No violation of Constitution anywhere in Waqf ammendment act: Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal

ANI April 8, 2025 175 views

The Waqf Amendment Bill has sparked significant political debate after receiving presidential assent. Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal strongly defended the legislation, asserting no constitutional violations exist. Multiple opposition parties, including Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind and AIMIM, have challenged the bill's validity in the Supreme Court. The controversial amendment has created tensions across political landscapes, with diverse stakeholders expressing contrasting perspectives on its potential implications.

"Parliament has full authority to amend the bill" - Arjun Ram Meghwal, Union Minister
Bikaner, April 7: Union Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal on Sunday asserted that there is no violation of the Constitution anywhere in the Waqf ammendment act.

Key Points

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President Droupadi Murmu gives assent to controversial Waqf Amendment Bill

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Supreme Court faces multiple petitions challenging new law

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Rajya Sabha passes bill with 128 votes in favor

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Opposition parties raise constitutional concerns

Refferring to the pleas against the act in Supreme Court, he said that everyone has right to go to court, noting that that parliament has full authority to amend the bill.

"...They (the opposition) have every right to go to court. But I am fully confident that there is no violation of the Constitution anywhere in this. Parliament has full authority to amend the bill," Arjun Ram Meghwal told ANI.

On April 5, President Droupadi Murmu gave her assent to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2025, which Parliament passed during the Budget session.

The Law Ministry notifications, issued on Saturday, said that the President has given her assent to the two bills. The Rajya Sabha passed the Bill on Friday with 128 votes in favour and 95 against, while the Lok Sabha cleared the bill after a lengthy debate, with 288 members voting in favour and 232 opposing it.

Meanwhile, Jamiat Ulama-i-Hind, the largest body of Islamic scholars in India, has moved to the Supreme Court, challenging the "constitutional validity" of the new law.

AIMIM chief Asaduddin Owaisi, Aam Aadmi Party (AAP) MLA Amanatullah Khan and others also approached the Supreme Court.

Earlier today, the Jammu and Kashmir Assembly descended into chaos after members of NC and its allies protested against the enactment of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill. They also protested Speaker Abdul Rahim Rather's decision to reject their adjournment motion on the Act.

As the session began, Opposition MLAs rose to demand a discussion on the recent amendments made to the Waqf Act, voicing concerns over its implications. However, Speaker Rather maintained that the matter could not be taken up under an adjournment motion since it was currently sub judice.

Reader Comments

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Rahul K.
If the bill was passed with majority votes in both houses, then what's the issue? The democratic process was followed. Let's wait for SC's verdict now.
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Sunita P.
I appreciate the minister's confidence, but I wish there was more transparency about the specific changes made. The public deserves clear explanations about amendments that affect religious institutions. 🤔
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Amit S.
The protests in J&K Assembly show how sensitive this issue is. Maybe more dialogue was needed before rushing the bill? Just my thought.
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Fatima Z.
As someone who follows Waqf matters closely, I'm glad the Supreme Court will examine this. The system of checks and balances is working as it should. 🙏
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Vikram J.
The voting numbers show clear majority support. While opposition has every right to challenge, they should also respect parliamentary democracy.
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Priya M.
Interesting to see such diverse reactions! This shows how important it is to have proper debates in Parliament before passing bills. Hope SC clarifies things soon.

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