Current Affairs - Bills and Acts - Discussion

The concept of mandatory registration of Waqfs in India originates from the Mussalman Wakf Act of 1923. This legal requirement has been consistently upheld through subsequent legislation, including the Waqf Act of 1954 and the Waqf Act of 1995. Even the 2025 Amendment Act does not alter this obligation but rather emphasizes its continued relevance. The historical significance of the 1923 Act lies in its foundational role in regulating Islamic charitable endowments within the country's legal framework. Understanding this origin is crucial to evaluating the continuity and changes in waqf-related governance over the years.