OTT content, which includes content on streaming platforms like Netflix, Jio Hotstar, Amazon Prime Video, among others, will continue to remain outside the jurisdiction of the Central Board of Film Certification (CBFC). This announcement was made by Union Minister of State for Information and Broadcasting Dr L Murugan in response to a question raised in the Lok Sabha. On Wednesday, the minister clarified that OTT platforms do not fall under the jurisdiction of the CBFC and will instead be regulated separately under the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021. These rules mandate that OTT platforms follow a Code of Ethics. As per the guidelines, platforms must adhere to age-based content classification standards outlined in the Code of Ethics and refrain from publishing any content that is illegal. The minister also clarified that the CBFC is a statutory body, and its authority is limited strictly to the examination and certification of cinematographic films—namely theatrical releases—intended for public exhibition in cinemas. Dr Murugan further informed the House that complaints related to OTT …