Legal Guidelines for Next Fantasy Cricket
Next Fantasy Cricket is committed to ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations related to fantasy sports. This page outlines the legal framework, responsibilities, and guidelines governing the use of our platform. By participating in contests, you confirm that you comply with all relevant laws and agree to abide by these terms.
1. Legal Status of Fantasy Sports in India
Fantasy sports in India are classified as a game of skill rather than a game of chance. Under the Public Gambling Act of 1867, games of skill are generally exempt from gambling laws, making fantasy sports legally permissible in most regions. However, certain states impose restrictions on participation.
2. Regional Restrictions
Restricted States: Due to specific state regulations, residents of Andhra Pradesh, Assam, Odisha, Telangana, Nagaland, and Sikkim are not permitted to take part in paid contests on Next Fantasy Cricket. However, they can still participate in free-to-play contests.
User Responsibility: It is your duty to verify and adhere to the laws of your region before participating in any contest. By using our platform, you confirm that you are not in a restricted area and that your participation is legally compliant.
3. Age Restrictions
Users must be at least 18 years old to participate in any contest on Next Fantasy Cricket. By registering, you affirm that you meet this requirement. If we determine that an underage individual has registered, we reserve the right to suspend or terminate the account.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on Next Fantasy Cricket, including but not limited to logos, images, software, and text, is the exclusive property of Next Fantasy Cricket or its licensors. Unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of any platform content without written permission is strictly prohibited.
5. Limitation of Liability
No Liability for Losses: Next Fantasy Cricket is not responsible for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages resulting from the use of our platform. This includes but is not limited to financial losses, data breaches, or technical failures.
Indemnification Clause: By using our services, you agree to indemnify and protect Next Fantasy Cricket, its affiliates, and employees from any legal claims, losses, or damages that arise from your use of the platform or violation of these terms.
6. Dispute Resolution
Applicable Laws: All legal matters related to the Next Fantasy Cricket platform are governed by the laws of India.
Jurisdiction: Any legal proceedings must be conducted within the courts of India. By using our platform, you agree to the jurisdiction of these courts.
Arbitration Process: If a dispute arises, both parties will attempt to resolve it through mutual negotiations. If no resolution is reached, the dispute will be settled through binding arbitration as per the Indian Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.
7. Compliance with International Laws
If you access Next Fantasy Cricket from outside India, it is your responsibility to ensure compliance with your local laws. We do not guarantee that our services are legally available in all jurisdictions.
8. Policy Updates
Next Fantasy Cricket reserves the right to amend these legal terms as required by evolving laws and business practices. Any updates will be posted on this page. Continued use of our platform after modifications constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.
9. Contact Information
If you have questions or require legal clarification regarding our services, please contact us at [email protected].