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Betting and gambling are State subjects: Union Minister
Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw stated that betting and gambling are State subjects in response to a question in Lok Sabha.
March 27, 2025
Key Points
- 1Union Minister Ashwini Vaishnaw said betting and gambling are State subjects.
- 2This was in response to a question from MP Dayanidhi Maran in the Lok Sabha.
- 3Maran questioned the delay in banning online gaming sites.
- 4The Union Minister responded that the Constitution defines the federal structure.
- 51,410 sites had been blocked following various complaints.
Important Terms
Ashwini VaishnawBettingGamblingState subjectsDayanidhi Maran
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