SHORT ANSWER:
Indian NGOs must comply with the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 (FCRA) to receive foreign funds.
DETAILS:
- NGOs must register under FCRA to accept foreign contributions.
- They must maintain proper accounts and submit annual returns to the Ministry of Home Affairs.
- NGOs must ensure that the foreign contributions are used for the purposes specified in their registration.
PUNISHMENT / IMPLICATIONS (if applicable):
- Non-compliance can lead to cancellation of FCRA registration and penalties.
SOURCE:
- Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010 / Ministry of Home Affairs
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