The challenge to waqf reform is how to build consensus on State oversight of waqf properties without violating minority rights
About The Author
Tanvir Aeijaz teaches public policy and politics at Ramjas College and serves as the Honorary Vice-Chairman of the Centre for Multilevel Federalism in New Delhi.
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The UCC is not a bad idea as such. But in a pluri-national and multi-religious nation like India, it may not be the best option
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