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Karnataka High Court to examine whether 'Andar Bahar' is a game of chance or skill
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Karnataka High Court to examine whether 'Andar Bahar' is a game of chance or skill
The Karnataka High Court will examine whether the card game 'Andar Bahar' is a game of skill or chance, a distinction central to how gambling law applies to it.
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The Karnataka High Court will re-examine whether the card game 'Andar Bahar' qualifies as a game of skill or a game of chance, a distinction that determines whether it falls under the prohibitions of gambling law.
Under the Public Gambling Act, 1867 and analogous State laws, games of mere chance are prohibited as gambling, while games substantially involving skill are generally exempted.
Karnataka's own gaming law was amended in recent years to address online and card-based gaming, making the court's determination significant for enforcement.
Sources: Topper IAS editorial (PIB / The Hindu / Indian Express)
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- Andar Bahar
- Public Gambling Act
- game of skill
- Karnataka High Court
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- Andar Bahar, Public Gambling Act, game of skill, Karnataka High Court
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Karnataka's plan to roll out mini AC buses at all Namma Metro stations is primarily aimed at improving which aspect of urban transport?
- Long-distance intercity travel
- Freight movement
- Last-mile connectivity
- Airport connectivity alone
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Answer: C — The mini AC buses at all Namma Metro stations, along with BMTC sharing its live-tracking app with cab aggregators, are aimed at improving last-mile connectivity between metro stations and commuters' final destinations.
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