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Curbs on foreign funding not uniquely Indian, says govt ahead of bill to tweak FCRA

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The government staunchly supported the amendments to the Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA), arguing that unregulated foreign money poses a threat to democratic integrity. They clarified that the act does not prohibit NGOs from accessing foreign funds, particularly for faith-based initiatives. The restrictions on foreign nationals in crucial positions ensure that all contributions align with verified Indian governance.

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