Supreme Court of India · 2022-10-20
Maharashtra State Board Of Wakfs vs Shaikh Yusuf Bhai Chawla
- Court
- Supreme Court of India
- Petitioner
- Maharashtra State Board Of Wakfs
- Respondent
- Shaikh Yusuf Bhai Chawla
- Author
- K.M. Joseph
- Bench
- Hrishikesh Roy, K.M. Joseph
Judgment text excerpt
The Supreme Court addressed the issue of the Maharashtra State Board of Wakfs' authority in managing wakf properties. The court emphasized the need for adherence to the provisions of the Wakf Act and the importance of maintaining the integrity of wakf properties for the benefit of the community. The appeals were dismissed, affirming the lower court's decisions regarding the management of the wakf properties in question.