Is it allowed to offer incentives for 5 star ratings on the Google Play app store?

Question

I started using an Android app that is offering in-app incentives (unlocks) in return for 5 star ratings on the Google Play app store. Is this against Google Play's terms of service?

— authentictech | Sources

Answer

It is a violation of Google Policy

Highlighting one part of policy violation, related to what you say

Here are some examples of common violations:

Asking users to rate your app while offering an incentive

Edit:

For other violations see Google Play Content Policies

For reporting use Report Inappropriate Apps

— beeshyams | Sources

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