Question : EFFECT OF FREE E-MAIL



(a) whether Government are aware of the adverse effect of free e-mail on paid e-mail;

(b) whether the free e-mail are choking the paid e-mail; and

(c) if so, the steps taken by the Government to restrict free e- mail?

Answer given by the minister

MINISTER OF PARLIAMENTARY AFFAIRS AND COMMUNICATIONS & INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY(SHRI PRAMOD MAHAJAN)

(a) and (b): There are two common modes of providing e-mail service on commercial basis; namely
(i) Free e-mail to subscribers supported by the revenue generated through advertisements, etc; and
(ii) Paid e-mail with no or minimal advertisement. The choice amongst the above is purely on commercial strategy and considerations.

(c): In light of the above, there is no need for Government to intervene or restrict free e-mails.