Legal & Responsible Gaming

At rumgameindia.com, we adhere to all legal requirements and promote responsible gaming to ensure a safe, fair, and compliant experience for our players.

Indian Legal Framework

Gambling in India falls under state jurisdiction, with the Public Gambling Act, 1867 prohibiting betting and gambling in public spaces. However, games of skill—such as Rummy—are exempted by judicial interpretation.

Landmark Supreme Court Ruling

In State of Andhra Pradesh v. K. Satyanarayana & Ors (22 Nov 1967), the Supreme Court held Rummy to be “mainly and preponderantly a game of skill,” thereby exempting it from anti-gambling laws.

State-Specific Regulations

While Rummy is legal in most Indian states, several have enacted specific bans or restrictions on real-money online play:

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

Tamil Nadu regulates real-money online gaming under the Tamil Nadu Gaming and Police Laws (Amendment) Act, requiring strict age and identity verification. The Madras High Court recently upheld these provisions. :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}

Responsible Gaming

We promote a safe and responsible gaming environment through:

  • 18+ age requirement for real-money play :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
  • Configurable deposit limits and voluntary self-exclusion tools
  • Time and spending reminders
  • Access to support and counseling resources

Privacy & Security

We employ SSL encryption, ISO certification, and audited Random Number Generators to protect player data and guarantee fair play. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Tax Deduction at Source (TDS)

Winnings from online Rummy are subject to TDS under Indian tax law. A 30% deduction is applied on net winnings above statutory thresholds. :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Contact & Queries

For any legal or responsible gaming questions, please contact our support team at [email protected].