Lok Sabha cleared, Waqf Bill now faces test in Rajya Sabha amid fiery debate

A day after the Waqf (Amendment) Bill, tabled by Minorities Affairs Minister Kiren Rijiju, was passed by the Lok Sabha, the legislation faced a stiff test in the upper house, the Rajya Sabha amid a fiery debate. While the Opposition mounted its attack on the Centre, calling the legislation an attempt to divide the nation on religious lines, the government defended it saying it will remove hurdles in the way of smooth functioning of the Waqf Board and ensure transparency. More on 5ive Live with Gaurav Sawant.