Union Minority Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju tabled the Waqf Amendment Bill, 2024.

While rejecting a plea to quash criminal proceedings, the court held that a religious conversion must stem from sincere belief, not convenience or coercion, especially in cases involving serious offences and special statutes

Muslim leaders and organizations object to the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, asserting it threatens the autonomy of Waqf properties dedicated for religious and charitable purposes. They claim the Bill aims to seize such lands and hampers Muslim religious liberties, labeling it as deceptive and unconstitutional.