8. Keeping in mind the importance of NGOs in India's development process it is imperative that adequate legal and regulatory mechanisms should be in place. Discuss in the context of recent developments.

Approach:

♤ Introduce with the importance of NGOs and their work.

♤ Mention recent cases which highlighted the issue with regard to functioning of NGOs.

♤ Give arguments in favour and against regulation. Mention specific examples and recommendations or rulings where possible.