Regulatory Framework for Online Gaming: IT Act, Gaming Rules and GST Implications

Online Gaming is no more a taboo rather it has started being a status symbol of the young
generations in India. Moreover, it has removed the question of technical knowhow,
knowledge content and social barriers away and has paved a platform for all, irrespective
of gender, financial barriers and skills. But it had adverse effect on the people by making
them addictive to video games leading to negatively impact the mental and physical
health of players; exposed the players to harassment, bullying and data breaches and
hacking. The researcher hereby focuses on the legislations and regulatory frameworks by
the government to curtain these offences and also to enable an eye opener to the players
to play safely.