New Delhi, Aug. 7 -- The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Friday dismissed criticism surrounding India's foreign funding regulations, asserting that legislative affairs remain an internal prerogative governed by Parliament.

Addressing a bi-weekly media briefing, MEA Spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal pointed out that various international jurisdictions, including the United States, enforce regulations on foreign monetary inflows.

"Regarding the issue you are referring to, we have seen it, and several comments have been made on it. As far as legislative matters are concerned, and particularly matters relating to India's own legislation, this is an internal matter for us, on which our Parliament takes the decision," Jaiswal said.

"I would...