Section 95 of The Waqf Act, 1995
Where, under this Act any period has been specified for the filing of any appeal, the appellate authority may, if it is satisfied that the appellant was prevented by sufficient cause from preferring the appeal within the period so specified, entertain the appeal after the expiry of the said period.
Summary
- This section gives legal authorities the power to accept appeals even after the deadline has passed.
- For this to happen, the person appealing must show they had a sufficient cause, or a very good reason, for the delay.
- The authority must be personally satisfied that the reason given is valid.
- It prevents people from losing their right to be heard just because of an unavoidable delay.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What happens if I miss the deadline for an appeal under the Waqf Act, 1995?
Under Section 95 of the Waqf Act, 1995, the authority can still hear your appeal if you can prove you had a very good reason for being late.
2. What counts as a "sufficient cause" under Section 95 of the Waqf Act, 1995?
It is a reason that satisfies the judge or authority that you were truly prevented from filing on time, such as a health crisis or disaster.
3. Is there a specific section that allows for late appeals?
Yes, Section 95 of the Waqf Act, 1995 specifically deals with the power to entertain appeals after the specified period has expired.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 95 of the Waqf Act, 1995, what must a person show to have a late appeal accepted?
Q2.Who decides if a late appeal is accepted under Section 95 of the Waqf Act, 1995?
Q3.What does the term "appellate authority" mean in Section 95 of the Waqf Act, 1995?
Q4.Does Section 95 of the Waqf Act, 1995 apply if there was no "sufficient cause"?