US lawmaker calls India's FCRA amendment 'anti-Christian'

A proposed amendment to India's Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act has sparked controversy before reaching Parliament. US Republican Congressman Riley Moore called it 'anti-Christian', alleging it would let the government take over churches and charities. The amendment introduces a 'Designated Authority' to manage assets of organisations whose FCRA registrations are cancelled, and sets a renewal deadline. The government says the changes apply equally to all groups and preserve religious character.