Which of the following statements regarding a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is correct?

A JPC is constituted by a motion in one House and concurred by the other to examine specific bills or issues.

A JPC has the power to override the decisions of the Supreme Court of India.

The members of a JPC are appointed exclusively by the Prime Minister.

A JPC is a permanent committee constituted only for financial matters.

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12 September 2026

Joint Parliamentary Committee on FCRA Bill

The formation of a Joint Parliamentary Committee to examine the FCRA Amendment Bill is a significant legislative process involving parliamentary scrutiny of laws affecting the NGO sector, which is a recurring theme in GS2.

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A 31-member Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) has been constituted to examine the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill, 2026.
The committee is chaired by a Member of Parliament from the Lok Sabha.
The JPC was established following a motion moved in Parliament during the Monsoon Session.
The committee's mandate involves a detailed examination of the proposed amendments to the FCRA framework.
The initial phase of the committee's work includes briefings from the Ministry of Home Affairs regarding the Bill's provisions.
The committee process serves as a legislative mechanism for scrutiny of proposed amendments before they are considered for passage.

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This is day 19 of 19 in FCRA Amendment Rules 2026, which has been running since 24 June 2026. Reading it whole is usually worth more than reading today alone — the exam asks how something developed.

Questions

Discuss the role of Joint Parliamentary Committees (JPCs) in the legislative process of India. How does the committee system enhance the scrutiny of complex regulatory legislation like the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act? 150 words

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The regulation of foreign contributions is essential for maintaining national security and sovereignty. Critically analyze the evolution of the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act and the challenges in balancing administrative oversight with the operational autonomy of non-governmental organizations. 250 words

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Prelims

Which of the following statements regarding a Joint Parliamentary Committee (JPC) is correct?

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House Panel on FCRA Bill to meet on September 18

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