Yono Games and Legal Compliance in India
Yono Games is a trusted platform dedicated to skill-based online gaming, where strategy, analysis, and decision-making define success. Globally, games like Rummy and Poker are recognized by experts, including statisticians, economists, and chess grandmasters, as games of skill rather than games of chance.
In India, this distinction between skill-based games and games of chance forms the foundation of the nation’s gaming regulations. Except for certain states, games of skill are legally permitted, allowing Indian players to enjoy Yono Games with full confidence in its compliance and fairness.
Legal Framework in India
Legal experts and court rulings agree that skill-based games, including Rummy and Poker, are fully lawful in India, provided that platforms adhere to applicable state-level regulations.
Supreme Court Rulings
- The Supreme Court of India (in 1967 and 1996) ruled that games requiring significant skill are classified as “games of mere skill.”
- The Court also identified horse-race betting as a skill-based, lawful activity, distinct from gambling.
Constitutional Protection
Multiple Supreme Court judgments affirm that participating in or offering skill-based games is protected under the Constitution of India. This means platforms like Yono Games operate legally, backed by constitutional safeguards against unjust restrictions.
High Court Decisions
The Karnataka High Court and Calcutta High Court have confirmed that law enforcement authorities cannot interfere with skill-based gaming activities, including Poker. These rulings strengthen the legal standing and recognition of skill-based online gaming across India.
Our Commitment to Compliance
At Yono Games, transparency and integrity are at the heart of everything we do. We operate under a strong legal compliance framework that ensures full alignment with Indian gaming laws. We strongly encourage users to check their local state regulations before playing, especially where online gaming restrictions may apply.
Our compliance measures include:
Cooperation with Authorities
We work closely with government agencies and legal bodies to maintain lawful operations.
Ongoing Monitoring
Our legal team constantly reviews new developments in India’s gaming regulations.
Strict Adherence
All games and services are conducted within legal and ethical boundaries.
Player Awareness
We actively educate our players on the laws governing online gaming in India for safe and informed participation.
Player Eligibility
Due to state-specific legal restrictions, players residing in the following states are not permitted to participate in real-money, skill-based games such as Rummy or Poker on Yono Games:
- Andhra Pradesh
- Assam
- Odisha
- Nagaland
- Tamil Nadu
- Arunachal Pradesh
- Sikkim
- Telangana
Important Notices
At Yono Games, we prioritize responsible and informed participation. Before playing, please take note of the following guidelines designed to promote a safe and enjoyable gaming environment.
- Participation is restricted to individuals 18 years or older.
- All games involve an element of financial risk, losses are possible.
- Play responsibly: Only spend what you can afford to lose.
Our goal is to ensure that every player understands the risks, responsibilities, and age requirements associated with online gaming.
Play Smart. Play Safe. Play Legally with Yono Games.
At Yono Games, we take pride in upholding the highest standards of legality, fairness, and player safety. Our mission is to provide a secure, compliant, and transparent gaming platform where skill truly determines success.