International Cooperation — Legal Reforms

Entry	Year	Description	Impact
Prevention of Money Laundering (Amendment) Act	2012	Enhanced India's legal framework for combating terrorist financing by expanding the definition of money laundering, strengthening investigation powers, and improving international cooperation mechanisms. The amendment was partly driven by FATF recommendations and international pressure for compliance.	Significantly improved India's ability to cooperate with international partners in terrorist financing investigations and enhanced compliance with FATF standards, though implementation challenges remain.
Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Amendment Act	2019	Expanded the definition of terrorism to include individuals (not just organizations) and enhanced powers for investigation and prosecution of terrorist activities. The amendment also strengthened provisions for international cooperation in terrorism cases.	Enhanced India's domestic counter-terrorism capabilities and improved alignment with international legal standards, though it raised concerns about potential misuse and human rights implications.