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Consider the following statements regarding the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA):1.FCRA registration is mandatory for any NGO intending to receive foreign funds.2.FCRA registration and approvals are granted by the Ministry of Finance.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 only
B 2 only
C Both 1 and 2
D Neither 1 nor 2

Correct answer: (a) 1 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct as FCRA registration is mandatory for NGOs receiving foreign funds. Statement 2 is incorrect because FCRA registration is granted by the Ministry of Home Affairs (MHA), not the Ministry of Finance.

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