Consider the following statements regarding “Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA)”: 1. It was brought immediately after Kargil war. 2. It regulates foreign donations and ensures that such contributions do not adversely affect internal security Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: B

Notes:

Explanation: The FCRA was enacted during the Emergency in 1976.

The FCRA regulates foreign donations and ensures that such contributions do not adversely affect internal security.
The FCRA is applicable to all associations, groups and NGOs which intend to receive foreign donations.
It is mandatory for all such NGOs to register themselves under the FCRA.

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