The fundamental difference between FERA and FEMA is the nature of offences; FERA violations were criminal, while FEMA violations are civil.
Which one of the following statements is correct with reference to FEMA in India?
Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2003 · Topic: The Parliamentary Act (Legislative Procedures (Ordinary, Money, Financial, Constitutional Amendment Bills))
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Answer: C. Under FEMA, violation of foreign exchange rules has ceased to be a criminal offence
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