In general, though, classic casino games such as roulette or blackjack are illegal at state level because they are ‘games of chance’. Some card games are legal, for example rummy and in some states, poker. Like sports betting, the legality of casino games varies from state to state and even on a national level. In 2018, the Law Commission of India recommended the regulation of both gambling and sports betting in order to combat fraud and money laundering. Despite states like Sikkim being in a minority, many people believe legalising sports betting in India is just a matter of time. Some states, such as Sikkim, have fully licensed, regulated sports betting that includes cricket.
