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What is the principal statutory role of a mutawalli?

Under the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995, a mutawalli is responsible for managing a waqf. Section 50 requires the mutawalli to…

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What is the principal statutory role of a mutawalli?

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Under the Unified Waqf Management, Empowerment, Efficiency and Development Act, 1995, a mutawalli is responsible for managing a waqf. Section 50 requires the mutawalli to carry out lawful directions of the Board, supply required information and perform the statutory duties of the office.

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Option A

Incorrect. The statutory office is defined by administration, not by conducting ceremonies.

Option B

Incorrect. Teaching doctrine is not the statutory management role.

Option C

Incorrect. General fundraising is not what defines the office.

Option D

Correct. A mutawalli is responsible for administering waqf property.

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