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NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025 Shift-2 📅 06 Jun, 2025

Which among the following significant changes was introduced in the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025?

A
Mandating representation of at least two Muslim women on Waqf Boards
B
Privatisation of Waqf properties
C
Abolition of the Central Waqf Council
D
Exemption of Waqf properties from legal scrutiny
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NTPC Graduate Tier 1
2025 • 06 Jun, 2025 • Shift-2
Which among the following significant changes was introduced in the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025?
Correct Answer
Mandating representation of at least two Muslim women on Waqf Boards
Legislative Update: The Waqf (Amendment) Act of 2025 introduced major structural and administrative reforms engineered to ensure enhanced transparency, better g......
Ref/Book : NTPC Graduate Tier 1 2025
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💡 Analysis & Explanation
Legislative Update ▼
The Waqf (Amendment) Act of 2025 introduced major structural and administrative reforms engineered to ensure enhanced transparency, better governance, and broad inclusivity in religious property management.
Key Inclusive Reform ▼
Moving away from historically male-dominated structures, a landmark progressive provision was codified to mandate female presence in high-level administrative bodies.
Actionable Change ▼
The revised legislation explicitly and legally required that at least two Muslim women be appointed as active members to both the Central Waqf Council and state Waqf Boards.
Conclusion ▼
The act notably mandated the representation of at least two Muslim women on Waqf Boards.
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