Kerala HC directs the government to decide the future of online gambling apps in the state
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Kerala High Court has asked the state government to decide the future of online gambling apps in the Kerala. The Kerala Gaming Act prohibits gambling and betting in Kerala, but it does not apply to online gaming apps. Other Indian states have considered legalizing and regulating the sector. In the many countries where online betting is legalized, the situation is quite different from that of India.
Maharashtva government is trying to legalize online gambling. The state estimates that it could generate around 2500 crores for the state government annually. Online gambling platforms argue that the regulation of the industry will help protect users from fraudulent gambling apps and websites. UK has a well-regulated online gaming industry. Since gambling is a widespread hobby, there are more support organizations that help players gamble responsibly and safely. In India, the social impact of gambling outweighs the revenue benefits. According to the platforms, gambling in the UK is less harmful than in India.
