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Free Basics in India

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Background

  • Events leading up to the introduction of Free Basics
  • Criticism of Free Basics

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Evolution of Regulatory Approach

  • Regulator’s approach to OTT Services
  • Free Basics and Facebook

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Regulator’s approach to Differential Pricing

  • Argument: Need for pricing that is Transparent, Non-Discriminatory, Non-Predatory
  • Decision: Ban an All Content-Based Differential Pricing
  • Minimal Direct Reference to a Free and Open Internet

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Free Basics Specifics

  • Free Basics and Net Neutrality
  • Free Basics and paid prioritization
  • Free Basics and Connectivity
  • Free Basics and inclusion

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Remaining Questions

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  • Unhindered Access to the Full Internet
  • Affordability
  • Regulatory and other Challenges unique to developing countries
  • Challenges posed by Free Basics and Zero Rating