WAQF IN INDIA by Divyanshu Krishna
Author: Divyanshu Krishna, Student of Law at Babu Banarasi Das University, Lucknow INTRODUCTION In Arabic the meaning of “Waqf” is “detention” or “to stop”. The concept of “Waqf” is rooted in Islamic laws. It refers to the permanent dedication (Donation) of property for religious or charitable purposes, such as building mosques, schools, hospitals, or other public institutions. The waqf property cannot be sold, gifted, inherited or encumbered. The waqf property…