Home minister Amit Shah has held meetings with representatives of church bodies to allay their concerns about the provisions of the bill NEW DELHI: Amid indications it may seek the passage of the Foreign Contributions Regulation (Amendment) Act, the government on Friday rejected criticism of the legislation by foreigners, including a US Congressman.MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said several countries, including the US, regulate foreign funds and foreign financing. “As far as legislative matters are concerned, and particularly matters relating to India’s own legislation, this is an internal matter for us, on which our Parliament takes the decision,” Jaiswal said.Government may push for FCRA Bill’s passage before FridayThe remarks came days after US Congressman Riley Moore criticised the move to tighten the FCRA law meant to regulate foreign contributions.According to reports, the Republican representative from West Virginia said the proposed amendments in the law would result in the takeover of churches and religious charities, and warned that the Bill’s passage would hurt the US’ ties with India. There are indications that the government may try to get the Bill passed next week despite the opposition’s decision to oppose it.Join conversationView All Comments →Share your thoughts in the commentsInsightfulAgreeDisagreeSkepticalConcerningPromisingWorth ReadingBig DevelopmentPost CommentBe respectful · TOI community guidelinesOver the past couple of days, home minister Amit Shah has held meetings with representatives of church bodies to allay their concerns about the provisions of the Bill.Mizoram chief minister Lalduhoma, who met Shah with representatives of church bodies, had said the Bill may be put up for consideration and passage in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.Although the government is tightlipped about its plans, sources say there was a strong possibility of it pushing the contentious legislation before Friday when the monsoon Session is scheduled to conclude.Congress is said to have told the allies that the BJP may try to surprise the opposition by bringing the FCRA Bill on Monday, which is to be piloted by Shah, and all the parties should ensure attendance of their MPs. The allies may also issue a whip for the last week of the monsoon session.Get the latest India News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.End of ArticleFollow Us On Social MediaVideosOMCs Say E20 Petrol Meets Quality Standards After Nationwide Testing, Reject Contamination ClaimsNeha Bora Inked During Jharkhand Student Protest: AISA Alleges Political Attack, Accused DetainedJharkhand JPSC Protest: Hunger Striker Hospitalised After Four Days As Students Continue AgitationTamil Nadu CM Vijay’s Wife Sangeetha Withdraws Divorce Petition, Family Court Allows Withdrawal’Proof Of Corruption?’ JPSC Aspirant Makes Explosive Claims As Student Protests Intensify In RanchiExplained: Why PM Modi Asked NDA MPs To Avoid The ‘Lutyens’ Web’ And Stay Focused On Public OutreachBeyond BrahMos: Why Drones And Smart Weapons Could Become India’s Next Defence Export Boom?Gen-Alpha Grabs Spotlight At Ranchi JPSC-JSSC Protest As 13-Year-Old Zaid’s Appeal Goes ViralCentre Opposes Creamy Layer For SC-ST Quota, Says Discrimination Goes Beyond Economic StatusIAF’s : Bhawana Kanth Earns ‘Top Gun’ Title, Shivani Sehrawat Becomes Army Chief’s ADC123PhotostoriesExclusive – Farrhana Bhatt on Khatron Ke Khiladi 15, Shagun Sharma’s bullying claims against Gaurav Khanna and his divorce from Akanksha Chamola9 traditional South Indian Chicken Curries perfect for weekend dinnerHow to Wear a Tulsi Mala: 7 Important Things to Remember10 unique baby girl names that sound modern yet timelessKriti Sanon owns the night in a midnight-blue Gaurav Gupta couture gown embellished with 5,500 striking crystalsWhy marinating meat is important and 6 mistakes to avoid5 budget-friendly celebrity beauty hacks that actually work7 traditional Goan breads you need to try at least onceTaarak Mehta Ka Ooltah Chashmah fame Shailesh Lodha’s luxurious home: A cozy lounge, a stunning balcony and moreNational Handloom Day: 5 Indian handlooms that carry the legacy of the cities they were born in123Hot PicksThailand School ShootingUPI TransactionsAsk Me AnythingJharkhand protestGurgaon rainNICL Assistant RecruitmentAnkur WarikooIndia Labour CodesGold rate todayTop TrendingJapanese Quote of the dayNagpur Rape CaseAbhijeet DipkeGujarat Mystery WellJPSC ProtestDelhi RainDelhi Wife MurderEknath ShindeTamil Nadu BudgetPraveen Nettaru Murder Case
NEW DELHI: Amid indications it may seek the passage of the Foreign Contributions Regulation (Amendment) Act, the government on Friday rejected criticism of the legislation by foreigners, including a US Congressman.MEA spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal said several countries, including the US, regulate foreign funds and foreign financing. “As far as legislative matters are concerned, and particularly matters relating to India’s own legislation, this is an internal matter for us, on which our Parliament takes the decision,” Jaiswal said.
Government may push for FCRA Bill ’s passage before Friday
The remarks came days after US Congressman Riley Moore criticised the move to tighten the FCRA law meant to regulate foreign contributions.According to reports, the Republican representative from West Virginia said the proposed amendments in the law would result in the takeover of churches and religious charities, and warned that the Bill’s passage would hurt the US’ ties with India. There are indications that the government may try to get the Bill passed next week despite the opposition’s decision to oppose it.
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Over the past couple of days, home minister Amit Shah has held meetings with representatives of church bodies to allay their concerns about the provisions of the Bill.Mizoram chief minister Lalduhoma, who met Shah with representatives of church bodies, had said the Bill may be put up for consideration and passage in the Lok Sabha on Wednesday.Although the government is tightlipped about its plans, sources say there was a strong possibility of it pushing the contentious legislation before Friday when the monsoon Session is scheduled to conclude.Congress is said to have told the allies that the BJP may try to surprise the opposition by bringing the FCRA Bill on Monday, which is to be piloted by Shah, and all the parties should ensure attendance of their MPs. The allies may also issue a whip for the last week of the monsoon session.
