This article is based on “The over-the-top debate ends here” which was published in Financial Express on 01/11/2022. It talks about the regulation of OTT platforms in India and related issues.
For Prelims: Over-The-Top (OTT) Services, Artificial intelligence, Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules 2021, Section 69A of the IT Act 2000.
For Mains: Factors Responsible for Growth of OTT in India, Issues Associated with OTT Platforms in India, Regulation of OTT.
Watching Movies and TV shows has always been in the form of theater and television. But now-a-days the improved technology has made movie watching more convenient through online streaming or Over-The-Top (OTT) services.
Over-the-top (OTT) video streaming accounted for 46% of the overall growth in Indian media and entertainment industry from 2017 to 2022.
However, there has been a raging debate between telcos and OTT providers. The telcos allege that OTTs are taking a ‘free ride’ on their infrastructure and should pay an access charge. Therefore, there is a need to take adequate steps in this direction for smooth functioning of the emerging media and entertainment industry.
Drishti Mains Question:
What are the issues related to OTT regulation in India and discuss salient features of Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.
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