India, Nov. 24 -- The Waqf (Amendment) Bill, 2024, aimed at amending the Wakf Act, 1995 - a law governing Waqf boards to ensure more accountability and transparency in their functioning and mandatory inclusion of women in these bodies, has drawn the ire of the Muslim community.

Under attack by the opposition parties, it has been referred to a joint parliamentary committee (JPC) for scrutiny after the government got the support of 'secular' constituents of NDA - the TDP and JD(U) - in the Lok Sabha.

HT examines the Waqf Amendment Bill, how much property do the Waqf boards own, the litigation and controversy surrounding the boards' land and properties and their role in the development of India's Muslim community.ALSO READ: Panel's head sa...