Waqf Bill Passed by Both Houses of Parliament— Full Analysis (Video).....by KBS Sidhu
In this video, I offer a detailed breakdown of the Bill, its key provisions, the surrounding controversy, and what lies ahead. Is it truly anti-Muslim or anti-Minorities?
In a striking display of legislative urgency, the Waqf Amendment Bill has now been cleared by both Houses of Parliament, with the Rajya Sabha passing it overnight, just days after its contentious approval in the Lok Sabha. The manner and timing of the bill’s passage—amid walkouts, opposition protests, and minimal debate—have raised serious questions about parliamentary procedure and minority rights.
The government maintains that the amendments will bring transparency and efficiency to the management of Waqf properties, long plagued by allegations of mismanagement.
Critics, however, view the move as hasty, opaque, and politically motivated, with potential consequences for constitutional protections and community autonomy.
In this video, I offer a detailed breakdown of the Bill, its key provisions, the surrounding controversy, and what lies ahead.
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April 4, 2025
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KBS Sidhu, Former Special Chief Secretary, Punjab
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