In fact its constitution provides certain protection to the minorities so that their way of life is not engulfed by the mainstream. Before Bangladesh secured its independence from Pakistan there was a large influx of refugees from that region, which did affect the economy of India perceptibly. A large number of the refugees have since settled down in India. B. India is a net receiver of economic assistance. Most of the aid comes through international financial institutions such as the World Bank.
Some aid is received directly from other nations.
Japan and Germany are predominant among these. India gives economic assistance to several countries such as Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal and Vietnam. C. Several transnational companies operate in India. In the 1960s the refineries were nationalised keeping the then interests of the country in mind. However in the present globalised economic system, India is actively encouraging direct investment from transnational companies.