Rejecting all the allegations, the Union government has said that the act is about property and its management, not religion. It also maintained that there are large-scale irregularities in the management of Waqf properties and their proceeds do not help impoverished Muslims or women and children. It has also said that the bill was drawn up after consulting a large section of people and it has the support of non-Muslim minorities. A Joint Parliamentary Committee approved the bill and many amendments suggested by the members have been included.Find your daily dose of All Latest News including Sports News, Entertainment News, Lifestyle News, explainers & more. Stay updated, Stay informed- Follow DNA on WhatsApp.
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