India Rejects US Criticism on FCRA Bill, Calls it Internal Matter

India has rejected US criticism regarding proposed changes to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) Bill, stating it is an internal matter. The Ministry of External Affairs emphasized that India, like the US, regulates the flow of foreign funds.

7 Aug, 11:16 — 7 Aug, 21:51

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The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) in India governs foreign donations to organizations, and its amendments have drawn international scrutiny regarding their potential impact on civil society. India's firm dismissal of U.S. criticism underscores its sovereign right to legislate on internal matters, while also pointing to similar regulations in other countries.

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India's Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) dismissed U.S. criticism of its foreign funding law.
The MEA stated that legislative matters are internal decisions for India's Parliament.
The MEA pointed out that several countries, including the U.S., regulate the flow of foreign funds.

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The MEA dismissed U.S. lawmaker's criticism of the FCRA Bill.

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The MEA stated that legislative matters are internal decisions for Parliament.

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The MEA highlighted that several nations, including the US, regulate foreign funds.

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Times of IndiaMostly Factual3d ago

India rejects US criticism of FCRA Bill; MEA calls it 'internal matter'

The government is set to expedite the Foreign Contributions Regulation Act, which focuses on managing foreign funding for organizations. In contrast to criticism from a US Congressman regarding proposed changes, the administration remains resolute. Home Minister Amit Shah has met with church leaders to resolve their issues. The Bill's discussion and possible approval in Parliament are imminent.

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