Compliance & Legal Policies - Paal Fantasy Cricket

1. Legal Recognition of Fantasy Sports in India

Fantasy sports are legally classified as games of skill in India, making them exempt from gambling laws. Multiple Supreme Court and High Court rulings confirm this distinction.

Key Legal Cases Supporting Fantasy Sports:

• Dr. K.R. Lakshmanan vs. State of Tamil Nadu (1996) – Established that games of skill are distinct from gambling.
• Varun Gumber vs. Union Territory of Chandigarh (2017) – The Punjab & Haryana High Court ruled that fantasy sports are legal skill-based games.
• Dream11 Judgment (2021) – The Supreme Court upheld that fantasy sports are skill-based, not gambling.

2. State-Wise Fantasy Sports Restrictions

While fantasy sports are legal in most of India, some states prohibit such platforms.

Paal Fantasy Cricket is NOT available in:

• Andhra Pradesh
• Telangana
• Odisha
• Assam
• Nagaland
• Sikkim

If you reside in these states, you will not be able to access or participate in Paal Fantasy Cricket.

3. Compliance with Government Regulations

Paal Fantasy Cricket ensures full legal compliance by following:

• The Public Gambling Act, 1867 – Fantasy cricket is exempt as it is a game of skill.
• Information Technology Act, 2000 – Ensures user data protection and IT security.
• State-Specific Laws – We operate only in states where fantasy sports are legally permitted.
• Responsible Gaming Guidelines – Users must be 18+ and engage in responsible play.

4. User Safety & Fair Play Measures

To provide a safe and secure gaming experience, Paal Fantasy Cricket implements:

• Age Verification – Only users 18+ can participate.
• One Account per User – Prevents fraud and ensures fair play.
• No Real Money Transactions – Paal Fantasy Cricket is completely free-to-play.

5. Fantasy Cricket & Google Ads Compliance

Paal Fantasy Cricket follows Google Ads policies for responsible promotions:

• No Misleading Claims – We clearly state that Paal Fantasy Cricket is 100% free-to-play.
• No Real-Money Transactions – We do not promote gambling or paid fantasy leagues.
• Responsible Gaming Disclaimers – Every advertisement carries an 18+ disclaimer.

Example of a Compliant Disclaimer:

"Fantasy sports are legal games of skill. No real-money transactions. 18+ only. Play responsibly. Not available in restricted states."

6. Data Protection & User Privacy Compliance

How We Protect Your Data:

• End-to-End Encryption – Protects user information.
• No Sharing of User Data – We do not sell or misuse personal details.
• Compliance with Indian IT Laws – Adherence to the Personal Data Protection Bill, 2019.

7. Responsible Gaming Compliance

Paal Fantasy Cricket promotes responsible gaming to prevent over-engagement and unhealthy gaming habits:

• Strictly for 18+ Users
• Self-Exclusion & Gaming Time Limits
• No Bots, No Fake Contests – 100% Fair Play

8. Reporting Violations & Support

If you believe any user is violating our fair play or compliance policies, please report it immediately.

Report Violations or Get Legal Assistance:
Email: support@paalfantasycricket.shop

Company Address:
943, 2nd Main Rd, Govindaraja Nagar Ward, MC Layout, Vijayanagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka 560040, India

9. Play Legally & Responsibly on Paal Fantasy Cricket

• Paal Fantasy Cricket is a skill-based, 100% legal fantasy sports platform.
• No real money involved.
• No gambling or betting.
• Fully compliant with Indian laws.

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