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Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026

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Summary

  • The Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026, has been introduced to amend the existing Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010.
  • The bill aims to regulate foreign contributions received by individuals, associations, and companies in India.
  • The amendments propose stricter norms for receiving and utilizing foreign funds, including increased scrutiny and penalties for non-compliance.

Key Facts

  • · Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010
  • · Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026
  • · Regulation of foreign contributions
  • · Stricter norms for foreign funds
  • · Increased scrutiny and penalties

Why it matters

The bill's provisions can impact the functioning of non-governmental organizations (NGOs) and other entities receiving foreign funds, which can have implications for various sectors, including social welfare and human rights.

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