The document summarizes the 2G spectrum scam in India, where telecom licenses were illegally issued to companies at substantially lower prices than their market value, resulting in an estimated loss of $38 billion to the exchequer. Key people involved included former telecom minister A. Raja, who is accused of undercharging companies and ignoring regulatory advice. The scam benefited certain companies with political connections who obtained licenses without proper qualifications and later sold stakes at large profits. Several business and political figures were arrested or named in investigations into the corrupt practices. The government took steps to investigate and address the issue.