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89. CABLE TV DIGITIZATION IN INDIA

(In News: The Centre is mulling to complete the third phase of digitization of cable television by 2015.)

Digitalization of Cable TV simply means that cable TV will bring digital signal to consumers doorstep.

Analog cable services have been existing in India for more than two decades in India. Digital services in India have been started less than a decade back and are gaining popularity and acceptance in India mainly because of their superior picture and sound quality.

 

Advantages:Mandatory dates of digitalization:Criticism/Challenges:Similar issues asked by UPSC:Additional Info:Set Top Box:Multi System Operator: