{"id":11303,"date":"2025-04-01T16:47:33","date_gmt":"2025-04-01T11:17:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bynewsindia.com\/?p=11303"},"modified":"2025-07-31T09:27:28","modified_gmt":"2025-07-31T09:27:28","slug":"waqf-bill-2024-government-vs-opposition-all-you-need-to-know","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/khabar18.jantabuletin.in\/?p=11303","title":{"rendered":"Waqf Bill Battle Heats Up! Government vs Opposition &#8211; The Political Tug of War; Who Will Win the Number Game?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Waqf Bill 2024: <\/strong>The Waqf Amendment Bill will be presented in the Lok Sabha on April 2 at 12 noon after the Question Hour. Speaker <a href=\"https:\/\/en.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Om_Birla\">Om Birla <\/a>has allocated 8 hours for discussion, after which the bill is expected to be passed. BJP has issued a whip to ensure the presence of all its MPs. The Business Advisory Committee (BAC) suggested this schedule, but the opposition demanded a 12-hour debate. Parliamentary Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju indicated flexibility, but opposition parties walked out, accusing the government of pushing its agenda. Congress MP Gaurav Gogoi criticized the lack of consultation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>SP chief Akhilesh Yadav vowed to oppose the bill, while UP CM Yogi Adityanath defended it, calling reforms in Waqf a necessity. Protests erupted in Lok Sabha post-Question Hour, leading the Speaker to adjourn proceedings until 2 pm.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><nav><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#the-number-game-lok-sabha-and-rajya-sabha-dynamics\">The Number Game: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Dynamics<\/a><ul><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#lok-sabha-lower-house\">Lok Sabha (Lower House)<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#rajya-sabha-upper-house\">Rajya Sabha (Upper House)<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#key-differences-between-old-and-new-waqf-law\">Waqf Bill 2024: Key Differences Between Old and New Waqf Law<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#why-is-the-modi-government-changing-the-waqf-board-law\">Waqf Bill 2024: Why is the Modi Government Changing the Waqf Board Law?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#political-reactions-who-stands-where\">Waqf Bill 2024: Political Reactions- Who Stands Where?<\/a><\/li><li class=\"\"><a href=\"#whats-next\">Waqf Bill 2024: What\u2019s Next?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>The Waqf Amendment Bill 2024 has triggered a fierce political showdown in both houses of Parliament. The government is pushing for reforms, while the opposition is up in arms. Here&#8217;s a complete breakdown of the numbers, the proposed changes, and why this bill is making headlines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-number-game-lok-sabha-and-rajya-sabha-dynamics\"><strong>The Number Game: Lok Sabha and Rajya Sabha Dynamics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>With BJP and its allies holding a majority, the bill is likely to pass, but not without stiff opposition. Let\u2019s take a look at the numbers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"lok-sabha-lower-house\"><strong>Lok Sabha (Lower House)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Total MPs<\/th><th>Support Needed<\/th><th>BJP+<\/th><th>Congress+<\/th><th>Others<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>543<\/td><td>272<\/td><td>294<\/td><td>234<\/td><td>14<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>The government enjoys a comfortable majority, but TDP and JDU\u2019s 28 MPs will be crucial.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"rajya-sabha-upper-house\"><strong>Rajya Sabha (Upper House)<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th>Total MPs<\/th><th>Support Needed<\/th><th>BJP+<\/th><th>Congress+<\/th><th>Others<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>236<\/td><td>119<\/td><td>121 (115+6 nominated)<\/td><td>85<\/td><td>30<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>With 6 nominated members on BJP\u2019s side, the numbers slightly favor the ruling alliance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"key-differences-between-old-and-new-waqf-law\">Waqf Bill 2024: <strong>Key Differences Between Old and New Waqf Law<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Waqf Board law has remained unchanged for decades. However, the Modi government proposes major reforms. Here\u2019s a comparison:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table class=\"has-fixed-layout\"><thead><tr><th><strong>Old Waqf Law<\/strong><\/th><th><strong>Proposed Waqf Amendment Bill<\/strong><\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td>Only Waqf Tribunal could hear land disputes.<\/td><td>Disputes can be appealed in civil courts and High Courts.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Tribunal&#8217;s decision was final.<\/td><td>Tribunal\u2019s decision can be challenged in High Court.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Mosque-designated land automatically became Waqf property.<\/td><td>No land will be Waqf unless registered before independence.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>No non-Muslim or women members in the Waqf Board.<\/td><td>2 women and 2 non-Muslims to be included in Waqf Board.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"why-is-the-modi-government-changing-the-waqf-board-law\">Waqf Bill 2024: <strong>Why is the Modi Government Changing the Waqf Board Law?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1. Non-Muslims Can Now Be Part of Waqf Board<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For the first time, non-Muslims will be allowed to participate in Waqf Board decisions. This move is aimed at ensuring transparency.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>2. Women and Other Muslim Communities to Get Representation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Two women members will be included in the Central Waqf Council. Bohra and Agakhani Muslims will have their own Waqf Boards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3. More Government Oversight on Waqf Properties<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The government wants to increase accountability by including non-Muslim experts and allowing CAG audits of Waqf properties.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>4. Land Registration with District Magistrate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The government plans to make Waqf land records digital, ensuring transparency in ownership and preventing illegal land grabs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>5. Legal Recourse for Justice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, if the Waqf Board claims land, the burden of proof lies on the other party. The new bill allows fair hearings in High Court.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/bynewsindia.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/image.png\" alt=\"Waqf Bill 2024: Government vs Opposition - All You Need to Know\" class=\"wp-image-11304\" style=\"width:675px;height:auto\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Protests are taking place in different parts of the country against the Waqf Amendment Bill. (Image: Social Media)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"political-reactions-who-stands-where\">Waqf Bill 2024: <strong>Political Reactions- Who Stands Where?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statements by Key Leaders<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Yogi Adityanath (UP CM)<\/strong> &#8211; \u201cWaqf Board has become a tool for land encroachments. Reforms are necessary.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Milind Deora (Shiv Sena MP)<\/strong> &#8211; \u201cMuslims need empowerment, not appeasement. The new bill will benefit them the most.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Asaduddin Owaisi (AIMIM Chief)<\/strong> &#8211; \u201cThis is an attack on Muslim identity and Waqf properties.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Akhilesh Yadav (SP Chief)<\/strong> &#8211; \u201cBJP is playing politics for votes. We oppose the bill.\u201d<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Omar Abdullah (J&amp;K CM)<\/strong> &#8211; \u201cTargeting Waqf is unfortunate. We will oppose this bill.\u201d<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"whats-next\">Waqf Bill 2024: <strong>What\u2019s Next?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The bill is scheduled for discussion on April 2. With 8 hours allotted for debate, the government is confident of passing it, but opposition parties are gearing up for protests.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The real question is \u2013 will these changes bring transparency, or are they aimed at weakening Waqf institutions? Stay tuned for updates!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Also read:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/bynewsindia.com\/india\/supreme-court-slams-bulldozer-action-calls-inhuman-orders-rs-10l-relief\/\"><strong>Supreme Court Slams Bulldozer Action in UP, Calls It Inhuman; Orders Rs 10 Lakh Compensation to Victims<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n<div class=\"gsp_post_data\" data-post_type=\"post\" data-cat=\"politics\" data-modified=\"120\" data-title=\"Waqf Bill Battle Heats Up! 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