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18 July 2026

Waqf Board row in Kerala

The Waqf (Amendment) Act is a significant piece of central legislation that raises core constitutional questions regarding federalism, the autonomy of religious institutions, and the scope of statutory bodies.

1 min read Day 2 of 7 2 questions 1 prelims

Notes

  • The Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, mandates the inclusion of two non-Muslim members in the 11-member Waqf Board.
  • The composition of the Waqf Board is currently subject to legal challenges pending before the Supreme Court of India.
  • Disputes exist regarding the administrative autonomy of religious institutions and the implementation of central legislative amendments at the state level.
  • The previous state administration had maintained a stance of keeping two board positions vacant in opposition to the amended Act's requirements.

Part of a longer story

This is day 2 of 7 in Kerala Waqf Board administrative and legal disputes, which has been running since 16 July 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

  1. Discuss the constitutional implications of state-level implementation of central legislative amendments concerning the management of religious endowments, particularly when such laws face judicial scrutiny. 150 words
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  2. Examine the balance between legislative authority and the autonomy of religious institutions in India. How does the inclusion of non-members in the management of religious bodies impact the secular framework of the Indian Constitution? 250 words
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Prelims

  1. According to the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, how many non-Muslim members are mandated to be included in the 11-member Waqf Board?

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