Banke Bihari Temple Receives FCRA License to Accept Foreign Donations
| Key Points | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News | Banke Bihari Temple in Vrindavan received MHA approval for an FCRA license to accept foreign donations. |
| Location | Vrindavan, Uttar Pradesh |
| State Details | Chief Minister: Yogi Adityanath; Capital: Lucknow |
| Court Involvement | A management committee was formed following court intervention to oversee temple operations. |
| FCRA License Details | Enables acceptance of foreign funds for religious and cultural activities. |
| Regulatory Act | Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA), 2010 governs the acceptance of foreign contributions in India. |
| Background | Historically managed by a family of priests, the temple transitioned to a court-appointed management committee. |