Legality

Legality and Skill-Based Game Classification

At app4sportfantasy.com, we classify our games as "Games of Skill." This means that a player's knowledge, strategy, and decision-making are key factors in determining the outcomes, rather than relying on chance. Our online fantasy sports competitions are designed for participants who use their expertise to select teams and accumulate points based on the real-world performance of athletes. Success is based on skill and knowledge, not luck.

Globally, fantasy sports are recognized as a legal form of entertainment in many countries, although some regions may have exceptions. These games, where users create teams and score points according to the actual achievements of their chosen players, are considered skill-based. app4sportfantasy.com offers fantasy games across a variety of sports, including cricket, football, kabaddi, volleyball, basketball, and hockey. Players build their teams before matches start and earn points based on the performance of their selected athletes. The highest-scoring team wins, with victory determined by the player's knowledge and strategic choices, cementing our platform as a legitimate provider of skill-based games.

Compliance with Indian Laws

In India, skill-based games such as fantasy sports are generally legal, but there are exceptions in certain states. The Public Gambling Act of 1867 ("PGA 1867") is the main law that regulates gambling activities, prohibiting public wagering and the operation of gaming houses. However, fantasy sports are exempt from these regulations due to the reliance on skill and knowledge rather than pure chance.

State-Specific Regulations

Some states in India have unclear laws regarding skill-based gaming, especially with respect to pay-to-play contests. These states include Sikkim, Assam, Odisha, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, and Nagaland. To ensure compliance with regional laws, app4sportfantasy.com restricts users from these areas from participating in paid contests. This helps us maintain a legal and safe gaming environment for all users while adhering to local regulations.