India, March 24 -- The Waqf Amendment Act is not an attack on religious institutions, but a necessary measure to uphold fairness and justice

The Waqf Amendment Act has sparked political controversy, with the Opposition launching a misleading campaign to mobilise fundamentalist forces. This is unfortunate and detrimental to India's social fabric. Reform and progress are essential for any community, and most Muslims in the country recognise this reality. However, a deliberate attempt is being made to provoke them along communal lines to protect vested interests.

I have engaged with many Muslim scholars and asked whether these reforms harm the Muslim community. No one has been able to provide a valid argument against them. The only ones re...