Karnataka High Court seeks State reply in PIL against Wakf boards power to issue marriage certificates

The Karnataka High Court has sought the state’s response to a PIL challenging the Wakf Board’s authority to issue marriage certificates. The petitioner argued that the Wakf Board lacks the legal mandate to certify marriages, which should be the purview of civil authorities. The court’s decision on this matter will clarify the legal boundaries of the Wakf Board’s powers and its role in personal law matters. This case highlights the ongoing debates over the jurisdiction and authority of religious bodies in civil matters and the need for clear legal frameworks to address such issues.