There’s not a great deal of information in the national and state laws, or even the 2000 national Information Technology Act, which means that playing at India online casinos based overseas is acceptable. That said, if a casino operator is based outside of the country, it’s legal for you to play on the site. So, it’s a good idea to check the local laws before you decide to gamble online. While it’s not yet proved to be too successful, it’s still okay to visit overseas sites.
Some Indian states have sought to liberalise online gambling, offering a legal online lottery and licences. Then there’s the Goa Act, possibly the only clear law in the country around online gambling, that applies to Goa, Diu and Daman and provides a framework for games of luck like slots. Interestingly, some states, such as the State of Sikkim allow online casino gambling, whereas Nagaland allows you to play some games of skill. For instance, break the law in states like Telangana or Andhra Pradesh, and you will be dealt a fine and, possibly, time in jail.
There are a number of Indian states that outright outlaw gambling, and if you’re caught breaking the law, you may just face severe punishment.
