This episode is also available as a blog post: http://sportslawandpolicyreviewreporter.com/2023/04/10/online-gaming-regulation-bill-2022-a-progressive-step-with-a-regressive-framework/

The lack of a uniform regulatory structure for online gaming business has led to criminal activity, financial loss, privacy infringement, and data theft. A rigorous regulatory structure for online games is needed, as affirmed by the Madras High Court and Gujarat High Court. The Lodha Committee also advocated regulating betting and gaming to reduce unethical betting.

The Online Gaming (Regulation) Bill, 2022 was introduced to regulate such business. The proposed Bill aims to develop an effective regulatory mechanism for the virtual gaming industry for reducing online fraud and misuse. Considering the Bill’s objective, it may be viewed as a step forward in regulating internet gaming. However, due to its regressive nature, the Bill’s effectiveness in achieving its goal is dubious. This article essentially discusses the problems associated with the Bill.