Fields of work by foreign-funded NGOs outlined, proselytisation excluded
The Indian government has updated Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) rules, requiring NGOs to select from a specific list of 105 approved purposes for foreign funding. The new regulations explicitly exclude proselytisation from the 'religious' category and introduce a fee structure for expanding activities across different states or purposes.
Why it matters
This move tightens state oversight on foreign-funded non-profits, significantly impacting how religious and social organizations operate and receive international support in India.
Fields of work by foreign-funded NGOs outlined, proselytisation excluded | India News - The Times of India
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