Website Usage Policy

Welcome to Vidhi Samvad (“the Platform”, “we”, “our”, “us”). By accessing, browsing, or contributing to our website, you (“User”, “you”, “your”) agree to comply with and be bound by this Website Usage Policy (“Policy”). Please read it carefully before using the Platform.

1. Purpose of the Platform

Vidhi Samvad is a digital initiative aimed at spreading legal awareness, encouraging public dialogue on law and governance, and providing an open platform for publication and discussion through blogs, articles, and vlogs. Our vision is to help individuals understand their legal rights, duties, and the justice system in an accessible and responsible manner.

2. Acceptance of Terms

By visiting or using the Platform, you agree that you have read, understood, and accepted this Policy and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree, please discontinue using the Platform.

3. Eligibility

Use of the Platform is restricted to persons:

  • Above 13 years of age, or using the site with parental/guardian consent
  • Competent to contract under the Indian Contract Act, 1872; and
  • Accessing the Platform for lawful and educational purposes consistent with its objectives.

If you are under 13 years of age, please use the Platform only under the supervision and guidance of a parent or legal guardian.

4. User Conduct

You agree not to use the Platform to:
1. Upload, post, or share any content that is defamatory, obscene, hateful, misleading, or violates any law;
2. Impersonate any person or entity;
3. Engage in spamming, commercial solicitation, or data scraping;
4. Infringe upon intellectual property rights; or
5. Disrupt or compromise the security or functionality of the Platform.

We reserve the right to remove or block access to any content or user that violates these terms, without prior notice.

5. Content Submission Policy

5.1 Original Work

Users may contribute blogs, articles, videos, graphics, or other materials (“User Content”) for publication. By submitting content, you affirm that it is your original work, does not infringe any copyright, trademark, or confidentiality obligations, and you grant Vidhi Samvad a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to publish, distribute, and promote it (with author attribution).

5.2 Editorial Rights

Our editorial team may edit submissions for clarity, accuracy, and compliance with content guidelines; accept or reject submissions at its sole discretion; and retain published content in its archives, except where deletion is legally required.

6. Intellectual Property Rights

All content on the Platform — including text, graphics, videos, logos, and layout — is the intellectual property of Vidhi Samvad or its respective contributors, protected under the Copyright Act, 1957 and Trade Marks Act, 1999.

Users may:

  • View, share, or download content for personal or educational use only.
  • Not copy, modify, or distribute materials for commercial purposes without written consent.

Attribution to the author and website is mandatory when republishing excerpts.

7. Disclaimer of Legal Advice

The Platform provides informational and educational content. It does not constitute legal advice or create a client–attorney relationship. For specific legal issues, users should consult a qualified advocate or legal professional. Vidhi Samvad, its editors, and contributors are not liable for any reliance placed on information provided herein.

8. Third-Party Links and Content

Our blogs and vlogs may contain links to external websites or third-party resources. These are provided for reference only. We do not endorse or take responsibility for their accuracy, reliability, or legality.

9. User Privacy

Personal information collected during article submissions or newsletter sign-ups will be handled as per our Privacy Policy, in compliance with the Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023.

10. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Vidhi Samvad and its team shall not be liable for:

  • Any direct or indirect losses from the use or inability to use the Platform;
  • Errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in published content; or
  • Unauthorized access, technical issues, or interruptions beyond our control.

11. Copyright Complaints and Takedown

If you believe your copyrighted material has been used without authorization, please email us at contact@vidhisamvad.com, providing evidence of ownership and the infringing link. We will take action in accordance with the Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines and Digital Media Ethics Code) Rules, 2021.

12. Termination or Suspension

We reserve the right to terminate access to users violating this Policy; remove or disable access to content infringing laws or rights; and temporarily suspend operations for maintenance or updates.

13. Amendments

We may update this Policy periodically to reflect legal, operational, or editorial changes. Updated versions will be posted on this page with a revised “Effective Date.” Continued use of the Platform constitutes acceptance of the updated Policy.

14. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

This Policy shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Courts at New Delhi shall have exclusive jurisdiction over disputes arising from this Policy.

15. Contact Us

For any questions or clarifications, please contact us at:
contact@vidhisamvad.com

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