Q. Consider the following statements
1. As per the Indian Constitution, gambling is classified under the State List of 7th Schedule.
2. Games of skill are legitimate business activities protected under Article 19(1)(g) of the Indian Constitution
Select the correct answer using the code given below
Answer: C
Notes:
Statement 1 is correct. In India gambling and betting is a subject matter of legislation under entry 34 and 62 of State List in the Seventh Schedule of the Constitution.
Statement 2 is correct. “games of skill” are legitimate business activities protected under Article 19(1)(g) of the Indian Constitution as per the rulings of the Supreme Court and several High Courts till date. These rulings have also emphasised a clear distinction between “games of skill” and “games of chance.”
