Polity & Governance·

Parliamentary Panel to Review FCRA Bill

Summary

  • A 31-member parliamentary panel has been formed to review the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment (FCRA) Bill.
  • The Lok Sabha passed a motion to refer the proposed legislation to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC).
  • The panel is required to submit its report by the first week of the Winter Session.

Key Facts

  • · 31-member parliamentary panel
  • · Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill
  • · Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC)
  • · Winter Session

Why it matters

The review of the FCRA Bill by a parliamentary panel is significant as it impacts the regulation of foreign contributions in India, which can have implications for various sectors including NGOs and political parties.

#FCRA Bill#Joint Parliamentary Committee#Lok Sabha#Parliamentary Panel