Waqf Bill Now Law: President Murmu Gives Final Nod

Apr 06, 2025 Khushi Kumari

President Droupadi Murmu has approved the bill, making it official law after a heated debate in Parliament

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The Rajya Sabha passed the bill with 128 votes in favor and 95 against, showcasing a sharply divided opinion

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Multiple legal petitions have been filed in the Supreme Court, challenging the constitutional validity of the amendment

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AIMIM leader Asaduddin Owaisi claims the bill discriminates against Muslims compared to other religious communities

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AAP MLA Amanatullah Khan also petitions the Supreme Court, calling the law unconstitutional on multiple grounds

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Opposition parties label the bill as "anti-Muslim" and "unconstitutional", sparking widespread protests and public debates

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