US Congressman Riley Moore calls India's FCRA amendments an attack on Christians

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What are the proposed amendments to India’s FCRA?

The proposed amendments to India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act would create a Designated Authority to manage foreign-funded assets if an organisation’s FCRA registration is cancelled, surrendered, or not renewed. Republican Congressman Riley Moore has criticised the changes, alleging they could allow government takeovers of churches and religious charities.

Why has Riley Moore criticised the FCRA amendments?

Republican Congressman Riley Moore has described the proposed amendments as a 'clear attack against Christians' and warned they could strain India-US relations. He alleged the bill would enable the Indian government to take over churches and religious charities, a claim reported by multiple outlets across the political spectrum.

What has the Indian government said about the FCRA amendments?

The Indian government has stated that the proposed amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act aim to increase transparency and accountability in foreign funding. This detail appeared in only one of the eleven digests reviewed, from an unrated outlet.