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The Indian government recently passed the Waqf (Amendment) Act, 2025, a landmark legislation aimed at promoting gender equality among Muslim communities. The amendment ensures representation of women on Waqf boards and safeguards their inheritance rights, making governance structures more inclusive.
Under the new act, women are also given the opportunity to benefit from welfare programs, including scholarships for girls, vocational training initiatives, self-help groups, and legal aid services. These reforms are intended to empower women economically, socially, and legally, providing them with greater autonomy in matters traditionally dominated by male authorities.
Legal experts believe that this amendment is a step toward equitable governance of Waqf properties, ensuring transparency and accountability while empowering women to participate actively in community decisions. Advocacy groups have welcomed the act, noting its potential to address longstanding gender disparities within Waqf administration and enhance the role of women in religious and social leadership.
