Centre likely to move resolution in Lok Sabha on Wednesday to refer FCRA Amendment Bill 2024 to Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC)
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Amid backlash, Centre set to refer FCRA Bill to JPC
The Centre is set to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2024 to a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) amid widespread backlash. Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly passed a resolution urging the Centre to withdraw the Bill and hold stakeholder consultations. In Mizoram, Christian groups organized a massive rally opposing the legislation. The move comes after criticism from civil society, NGOs, and opposition parties over provisions perceived as restrictive on foreign funding for non-profits. The JPC referral indicates a strategic pause to address concerns before potential passage.
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Tamil Nadu Legislative Assembly passed resolution urging Centre to withdraw FCRA Bill and conduct stakeholder consultations
Mizoram witnessed mass rally by Christian organizations protesting against the proposed FCRA amendments
Bill faced backlash from NGOs, civil society, and opposition parties over restrictive provisions on foreign funding
JPC referral signals government's tactical retreat amid multi-state and cross-sectoral opposition to the legislation
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