Karnataka High Court Stays Till January 7 GO Authorizing State Waqf Board, Officers To Issue Marriage Certificates To Muslim Couples

The Karnataka High Court stayed a government order authorizing the State Waqf Board to issue marriage certificates to Muslim couples until January 7. The court found a strong prima facie case against the order, which was challenged for being inconsistent with the Waqf Act. The petitioner argued that the Waqf Board’s authority to issue marriage certificates was not supported by the Act and could lead to legal complications. The court’s interim order prevents the Waqf Board from issuing marriage certificates under the challenged order until the next hearing. This case highlights the importance of ensuring that government orders align with statutory provisions and do not overstep legal boundaries.