India
Overview
ICNL works closely with local partners to help build civil society partnerships and provide resources on the non-profit sector and philanthropy in India. These resources include papers on the civil society regulatory framework, a philanthropy law report, and the India Civic Freedom Monitor, which offers a snapshot of Indian laws and various developments relevant to civic space. ICNL also supports efforts to raise awareness around issues related to funding, digital rights, securitization, and other areas affecting civil society in India.
Civic Freedom Monitor: India
ICNL’s Civic Freedom Monitor provides up-to-date information on legal issues affecting civil society and civic freedoms, including the freedoms of association, expression, and peaceful assembly.
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Understanding India’s New FCRA Rules
India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Rules, 2026 came into force on June 22. This brief breaks down the key provisions and explores practical implications for civil society organizations and foundations.
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India’s FCRA Amendment Bill, 2026: What Civil Society and Donors Need to Know
India’s Parliament is considering amendments to the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) that could significantly expand government authority over foreign contributions and certain assets held by foreign-funded civil society organizations. This policy brief examines key concerns.
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India’s Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act – Resources Page
The FCRA creates registration requirements and spending restrictions on Indian nonprofit organizations receiving foreign donations. This page collects a range of resources about the law and its impact on civic freedoms.
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Financial Action Task Force Findings on India
The Financial Action Task Force released its latest Mutual Evaluation Report on India in 2024. Although India achieved a high level of technical compliance overall, FATF notes that it needs to better comply with Recommendation 8 on non-profit organizations.
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India Philanthropy Law Report
This report explores the current state of laws and regulations affecting philanthropy in India, unpacking the history and present-day legal environment.
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Global Grantmaking Country Notes: India
In partnership with the Council on Foundations, ICNL maintains reports on dozens of countries that help U.S grantmakers undertake equivalency determinations for foreign grantees. The reports in this series describe the legal frameworks for nonprofit organizations and provide translations of relevant legislative provisions.
Read Here (via COF)All India Resources & News
Understanding India’s New FCRA Rules
India
Development Impacts of Civic Space Restrictions
India Digital Legal Library Documents
Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) Rules
Governance of Non-profit Organisations in India
Digital Personal Data Protection Act
EIA Notification, 2006 with changes post 2012- 20 Mar 2023
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