WorldAugust 17, 2026

mutawalli

MOO-tuh-wah-lee

Definition

A manager, custodian, or superintendent responsible for the administration and oversight of a waqf property.

Etymology

Derived from the Arabic word 'mutawalli', which refers to a person entrusted with the authority to manage affairs, particularly those related to religious or charitable trusts.

In the news

The article uses the term to describe the person authorized to manage a waqf property, clarifying that the Waqf Board cannot appoint them if the property is governed by specific deeds or court orders.

LiveLaw Madras High Court Weekly Roundup: August 10 to August 16, 2026

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