Congress leader Jairam Ramesh announced the party's intent to challenge the constitutionality of the Waqf (Amendment) Bill in the Supreme Court following its passage in both houses of Parliament. The bill faced opposition from several parties, while Prime Minister Modi lauded it as a move towards transparency and socio-economic justice, especially benefiting marginalized Muslim communities.
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