The restricted area is a semi-circular arc under the rim. Its primary purpose is to enhance player safety by limiting collisions between offensive and defensive players under the basket. Any secondary defenders who attempt to draw a charge in this area will automatically get called for a blocking foul.

The Restricted Area, also known as the “no-charge semi-circle” or “no-charge zone,” is a semi-circular section on the basketball court located beneath the basket. This area is marked by a painted arc, measuring 4 feet from the center of the basket in NCAA games and 1.25 meters (4 feet 1.18 inches) in FIBA and NBA games.

The area below the basket which defenders must stay away from is known as the restricted area. It is a semi-circle extending 4 feet away from the center of the basket and is marked with a half-circle. Any contact in this region can result in a blocking foul against a defender.

The restricted area in basketball court is the segment designated by an arc. This arc is in the painted area and has a position four feet away from the basket. This arc plays a vital role in basketball because, in this area charging foul cannot be forced by the defending player. The restricted area is labeled through a half-circle.