WAVES OTT Platform

About WAVES OTT Platform:

• Waves is a digital platform developed by Prasar Bharati.
• It aims to cater to India’s growing demand for streaming services.
• It offers a wide range of content, including live TV, video on demand, games, radio streaming, and e-commerce options via the ONDC network. Its offerings include:
  • On-demand content: Movies, shows, ebooks, and historical visuals
  • Live events: Religious programmes, cricket tournaments, and other big events
  • Games: Suitable for all age groups
  • Online Shopping options
• Currently, the app provides access to around 65 live channels, including private broadcasters.

What is an over-the-top (OTT) platform?

• It refers to any streaming service that delivers content through wireless internet. OTT bypasses traditional forms of media consumption, such as cable or set-top boxes.
• Key features of OTT platforms include on-demand access, flexible subscription models, cross-device availability, and personalized content recommendations.

Q1: What is Prasar Bharati?

It is the Public Service Broadcaster of the country. It is a statutory autonomous body established in 1997 under the Prasar Bharati Act. Its objective is to conduct public broadcasting services intended to inform and entertain the public.

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