In its submission, the VHP highlighted that various religious groups—including Hindus, Christians, Buddhists, Jains, and Sikhs—dedicate properties for maintaining places of worship and supporting charitable and religious activities, similar to the Waqf system in Islam. The organization contends that a unified legal framework would align with Article 44 of the Indian Constitution, which advocates for a Uniform Civil Code to ensure uniformity in the regulation of religious endowments across all communities. ([Times of India](https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/city/lucknow/enact-one-law-for-all-religious-endowments-vhp-to-jpc-on-waqf-bill/articleshow/117467642.cms?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
The VHP criticized the historical context of the Waqf Act, describing it as a colonial-era practice that privileges a specific community through exclusive legislation. The organization argued that the current amendments to the Act provide an opportunity to expand its scope to include the endowments and charities of all religious groups, thereby ensuring equitable treatment. ([Madhyamam News](https://madhyamamonline.com/india/vhp-calls-waqf-act-colonial-backs-amendment-for-uniform-religious-laws-1372690?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
While acknowledging that certain exceptions may be necessary to address the unique traditions and practices of different religions, the VHP maintains that a comprehensive law would promote fairness and inclusivity. The organization also referenced historical debates in Parliament, noting past calls for an overarching law that governs religious and charitable endowments universally, and urged the current committee to address this long-standing issue. ([Asianet Newsable](https://newsable.asianetnews.com/india/vhp-proposes-single-law-for-all-religious-endowments-calls-for-wakf-act-overhaul-ajr-sqh8ca?utm_source=chatgpt.com))