Only Parliament Can Decide If Indian Succession Act 1925 Can Be Extended To Muslims Who Are Non-Believers: Union Tells Supreme Court

The Union Government informed the Supreme Court that only Parliament can decide if the Indian Succession Act, 1925, can be extended to Muslims who have renounced their faith. The case involved a petition by Safiya PM, seeking to be governed by the Indian Succession Act instead of Muslim personal law for inheritance matters. The government argued that Section 58 of the Act expressly excludes Muslims, and any change would require legislative action. The Supreme Court directed the Union to file a counter affidavit and noted that the matter involves significant constitutional questions. This case underscores the complexities of personal laws and the role of Parliament in legal reforms.