Toronto, Jan. 29 -- An inquiry into Canada's recent elections has alleged that India was the "second most active country engaging in electoral foreign interference", with only China having a greater impact on the country's democratic processes.

The report of the public inquiry into federal electoral processes and democratic institutions, headed by justice Marie-Josee Hogue, was released on Tuesday.

"India is the second most active country engaging in electoral foreign interference in Canada. Like the PRC (People's Republic of China), India is a critical actor on the world stage," the report said, further accusing Russia, Pakistan and Iran of interference.

The report further said that Canada and India have worked together for decades, b...