Controversial Waqf Amendment Bill Tabled in Rajya Sabha, Opposition Accuses BJP of Vote Bank Politics
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill has been tabled in the Rajya Sabha amid heated debates between the ruling BJP and the opposition. The bill, labeled as 'anti-Muslim' by the opposition, was passed after rejecting amendments by voice votes.
Introduction
The Waqf (Amendment) Bill has been a contentious issue in the Rajya Sabha, with both the ruling BJP and the opposition locked in a heated debate over its implications.
Debate and Voting
The bill was tabled after a 12-hour long intense debate, with the ruling NDA defending it as beneficial for minorities while the opposition criticized it as 'anti-Muslim'. The bill was eventually passed after rejecting all amendments proposed by opposition members.
In the voting process that lasted 1:49 hours, 288 members voted in favor of the bill while 232 voted against it. The Upper House is preparing for another lengthy debate today, with eight hours allocated for discussions.
Live Updates
Stay tuned for live updates on the ongoing discussions and debates surrounding the Waqf Amendment Bill in the Rajya Sabha.