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Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act

Another name for FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act).

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What does Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act mean?

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act is another name for FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act). India's law regulating the acceptance and utilization of foreign contributions by NGOs, associations, and individuals.

The two names mean the same thing. You will see "Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act" in some ledgers, reports and contracts and "Foreign Contribution Regulation Act" in others. The full entry covers how it works, with examples.

Read the full definition of FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act)

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Trade and foreign exchange

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Related terms.

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