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    During a bill seeking the promotion and regulation of online gaming, it was disclosed by the Government that people lose close to ₹ 20,000 crore every
    Question

    During a bill seeking the promotion and regulation of online gaming, it was disclosed by the Government that people lose close to ₹ 20,000 crore every year. When was the bill introduced in the Lok Sabha?

    A.

    August 30, 2025

    B.

    August 20, 2025

    C.

    July 17, 2025

    D.

    September 2, 2025

    Correct option is B

    The correct answer is (b) August 20, 2025
    Explanation:
    The Promotion and Regulation of Online Gaming Bill, 2025 was introduced in the Lower House (Lok Sabha) on 20 August 2025. The Bill aims to regulate the online gaming sector — banning real-money games, promoting e-sports and social games, and providing a legal framework for oversight.
    Additional Information:
    The Bill was passed by the Lok Sabha on the same day it was introduced: 20 August 2025.
    After passing Lok Sabha, the Bill was approved by the Rajya Sabha on 21 August 2025.
    Once enacted, the law broadly prohibits “online money games” — games involving payment of stakes with expectation of monetary return — including their advertisement and facilitation.

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