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Awqaf, Its History, Present Situation and the Proposed Waqf (Amendment) Bill

Dr. Mohammad Manzoor Alam

Awqaf have always remained an integral part of Islamic history, which aimed at improving economic and educational condition of the Muslims and provide them support in the welfare work and promotes prosperity. The waqf system is in operation since the time of the Holy Prophet SAW and it was through this medium that the welfare and development works were carried out. Awqaf constitute a collective asset of the Muslims, which have assisted different communities and societies in the promotion of their social and educational undertakings. The concept of Waqf is in vogue ever since the time of the Prophet SAW. The waqf introduced by Caliph Umar RA is a famous institution through which the land of Khyber was converted into a waqf property, so that the profit accruing from it could be used for the welfare works of the community. From the time of the Pious Caliphate up to the later Islamic periods, waqf properties were used for the   establishment of educational institutions, mosques, orphanages and hospitals.

UNITY IS REQUIRED MORE TODAY THAN EVER BEFORE

Dr. Mohammad Manzoor Alam
Islam is a comprehensive religion which comprehends every aspect of humanity. This not only guides an individual’s personal life, but also designs rules and regulations for the collective life and makes rules for the welfare and progress of humanity in all walks of life. Unity is an essential requirement to achieve progress, success and eminence. Unity and amity are enshrined in the basic teachings of Islam which constitute an important source to achieve success and get into eminence.

Recent Activities

IOS-Aliah University 5-day Summer School on Islamic Studies Inaugurated

Kolkata, April 21, 2025: Inaugural session of the 5-day Summer School on Islamic Studies jointly organised by the Institute of Objective Studies, Kolkata Chapter and Department of Islamic Theology, Aliah University, Kolkata concluded here today at The Park Circus campus of Aliah University Kolkata. The program witnessed a distinguished gathering of scholars, academicians, and policymakers from within India and abroad. The programme, conducted in both online and offline modes, aims to foster critical engagement with Islamic thought and contemporary scholarship among university students and young researchers.

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IOS and AIMC jointly organises Condolence Meet to mourn the death of Maulana Shah Qadri Syed Mustafa Rifai Jilani Nadwi

New Delhi: A condolence meeting to mourn the passing away of member, general assembly, Institute of Objective Studies (IOS) and one of the assistant general secretaries of the All India Milli Council (AIMC), Maulana Shah Qadri Syed Mustafa Rifai Jilani Nadwi, was jointly organised by the IOS and AIMC at the IOS auditorium on March 3, 2025.

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Mujaddid IOS Centre for Arts and Literature organises Discussion on “The Problems of Urdu Teaching in Schools”

New Delhi: A discussion on “The Problems of Urdu Teaching in Schools”, was organised by Mujaddid IOS Centre for Arts and Literature on February 22, 2025 at the auditorium of the Institute of Objective Studies, New Delhi.

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Fifth IOS Ibn Khaldun Lecture on “Sufis and Promotion of Female Education in Deccan (15th to 19th Century)”

New Delhi: The fifth IOS Ibn Khaldun lecture on “Sufis and the Promotion of Female Education in Deccan (15th to 19th Century)”, was organised by the IOS Centre for Historical and Civilisational Studies, Aligarh, at the IOS auditorium on February 8, 2025 in hybrid mode. The lecture was delivered by Prof. S.M. Azizuddin Husain, Honorary Professor, Centre for Urdu Culture Studies, Maulana Azad National Urdu University, Hyderabad. Previously, he was professor and head of the Department of History and Culture at Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.

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IOS Symposium on “Ceasefire and Exchange of Prisoners in Gaza: Implication for Peace in West Asia”

New Delhi: A symposium on “Ceasefire and Exchange of Prisoners in Gaza: Implication for Peace in West Asia” was organised by the Institute of Objective Studies (IOS) on January 28, 2025 in hybrid mode.

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Islamic Studies And The Future Of India

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