(a) whether it is fact that several NGOs have been pleading for abolition/revamping of FCRA;
(b) if so, the reasons therefor; and
(c) the reaction of the Government thereto?
(a) whether it is fact that several NGOs have been pleading for abolition/revamping of FCRA;
(b) if so, the reasons therefor; and
(c) the reaction of the Government thereto?
THE MINISTER OF STATE IN THE MINISTRY OF HOME AFFAIRS (CH. VIDYASAGAR RAO)
(a) & (b): A number of similarly worded letters have been received from different organiasations seeking a repeal of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act. 1976 on the ground that it has lost its relevance.
(c): The Government continues to hold the view that it is necessary to have a law to manage the receipt and utilisation of foreign contribution amongst others, by voluntary organisations in the country.