TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Welcome to the official website of Save Our Cultural Heritage Foundation (“SOCH^TM,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), a registered Section 8 company in India. SOCH^TM operates to promote and safeguard cultural heritage, and this website serves as an informational and engagement platform. By accessing and using our website, you (“User” or “You”) agree to be bound by these comprehensive Terms and Conditions. These Terms constitute a legally binding agreement governing your use of the site and our services. Please read these Terms carefully; continued use of the website signifies your full acceptance of and compliance with these Terms.

Definitions and Interpretation

Definitions

For the purposes of these Terms, the following definitions apply:

• “Content”: Refers to any text, graphics, images, audio, video, software, or other materials available on the Site.
• “Services”: Includes all functionalities, features, information, and offerings provided through or in connection with the Site.
• “User” or “You”: Refers to any individual who accesses or uses the Site.
• “Intellectual Property Rights”: Includes copyrights, trademarks, patents, trade secrets, and any other proprietary rights.

Interpretation

Headings are included for convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation of these Terms. Words in the singular shall include the plural and vice versa, and any use of the term “including” shall mean “including without limitation.”

License and Site Access

Grant of License

SOCH^TM grants you a limited, revocable, non-exclusive, non-transferable license to access and make personal use of the Site and the Content therein. This license does not include any resale or commercial use of the Site or its Content, any collection or use of product listings, descriptions, or prices, or any derivative use of the Site or its Content.

Restrictions on Use

You agree not to:

• Reproduce, duplicate, copy, sell, resell, or otherwise exploit the Site or any portion of it for commercial purposes without express written consent from SOCH^TM.
• Modify, adapt, translate, reverse engineer, decompile, or disassemble any portion of the Site.
• Use the Site in any way that could damage, disable, overburden, or impair the Site or interfere with any other party’s use of the Site.
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any portion of the Site, other accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the Site.
• Use automated means, such as bots, spiders, or scrapers, to collect data from the Site without SOCH^TM’s explicit permission.

Proprietary Notices

All copyright and other proprietary notices on downloaded content must be retained and reproduced. Any unauthorized use of the Site or its Content terminates the permission or license granted by SOCH^TM.

Intellectual Property Rights

Ownership of Content

All Content on the Site, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, and software, is the exclusive property of SOCH^TM or its content suppliers and is protected by Indian and international copyright, trademark, and other proprietary laws. The compilation of all Content on this Site is the exclusive property of SOCH^TM and is protected by applicable laws.

Trademarks and Service Marks

The trademarks, service marks, and logos (“Marks”) displayed on the Site are the property of SOCH^TM or third parties. You are not permitted to use these Marks without the prior written consent of SOCH^TM or the respective third-party owners.

User-Generated Content

By submitting, posting, or displaying any content on the Site, you grant SOCH^TM a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, and irrevocable license to use, reproduce, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content in any media. You represent and warrant that you have the right to grant this license and that the content does not infringe any third-party rights.

Donations and Financial Contributions

Nature of Donations

Donations made through the Site are voluntary contributions to support SOCH^TM’s mission and initiatives in preserving cultural heritage. By making a donation, you agree to use SOCH^TM’s authorized payment methods. All donations are final and non-refundable unless otherwise required by law.

Use of Donations

SOCH^TM commits to using donated funds in a manner consistent with its mission and stated objectives. We reserve the right to allocate donations to areas of greatest need if specific projects become fully funded or otherwise impracticable. SOCH^TM makes every effort to ensure that donations are used efficiently and transparently.

Tax Deductions

SOCH^TM is a registered Section 8 company under Indian law, and contributions may be tax-deductible. However, it is the donor’s responsibility to consult a tax advisor to determine eligibility for tax deductions based on the current regulations.

Refund Policy

Refunds for donations will only be processed under exceptional circumstances, subject to applicable laws and SOCH^TM’s internal policies. Requests for refunds must be submitted in writing to saveourculturalheritage@gmail.com.

Privacy and Security

Data Collection and Use

Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which describes how we collect, use, and protect your personal information. By using the Site, you consent to the collection and use of your information as outlined in our Privacy Policy.

Security Measures

SOCH^TM employs reasonable security measures to protect your information. However, we do not guarantee that the Site will be free from security breaches. You acknowledge that you are responsible for securing your devices and implementing measures to protect against data breaches or viruses.

Virus Disclaimer

Although SOCH^TM takes precautions to ensure the Site is free from viruses, we cannot guarantee that it will be completely free from harmful components. Users are responsible for implementing adequate safeguards, and SOCH^TM disclaims liability for any damage caused by viruses or other harmful elements obtained through the Site.

Links to Third-Party Sites

External Links

The Site may contain links to third-party websites for your convenience and reference. SOCH^TM does not endorse or assume responsibility for the content, accuracy, or privacy practices of these external websites. Access to such linked sites is at your own risk.

Prohibitions on Framing and Linking

You may not frame this Site or use in-line linking to display content from this Site on another website without prior written consent from SOCH^TM. Any unauthorized linking to or framing of this Site will be prosecuted to the fullest extent permitted by law.

Disclaimer of Warranties and Limitation of Liability

No Warranty

The Site and all content provided therein are provided on an “as is” and “as available” basis, without any representations or warranties of any kind, either express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement. SOCH^TM makes no warranties regarding the accuracy, reliability, or availability of the Site.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, SOCH^TM, its officers, directors, employees, or agents shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising out of or related to your use of the Site or any content therein, even if advised of the possibility of such damages. This limitation applies to damages for loss of profits, data, business interruption, or damage to your devices.

User Obligations and Indemnification

Compliance with Laws

You agree to comply with all applicable laws and regulations in connection with your use of the Site. You shall not use the Site for any illegal purpose or in violation of any applicable law.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless SOCH^TM, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including reasonable legal fees) arising from your use of the Site, violation of these Terms, or any User-Generated Content you provide.

Termination and Suspension

Right to Terminate

SOCH^TM reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to suspend or terminate your access to the Site, in whole or in part, at any time without notice for any reason, including but not limited to a breach of these Terms. Upon termination, your right to use the Site will immediately cease, and you must destroy all materials obtained from the Site.

Effect of Termination

Termination of your access to the Site does not relieve you of any obligations arising or accruing prior to such termination, including any indemnification or liability provisions stated in these Terms.

Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising from or related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts located in Delhi, India. You agree to waive any objection to the venue of these courts and submit to their jurisdiction.

Amendments and Updates

SOCH^TM reserves the right to update or modify these Terms at any time. We will post any changes on this page, and it is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. Continued use of the Site following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.

General Provisions

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable or invalid, such provision shall be modified to the extent necessary to make it enforceable, or eliminated if necessary, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.

Entire Agreement

These Terms, along with our Privacy Policy, constitute the entire agreement between you and SOCHTM regarding the use of the Site and supersede any prior agreements, communications, or understandings.

Waiver

Any failure by SOCH^TM to enforce any right or provision of these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

Contact Information

For any questions or concerns about these Terms or to report any violations, please contact us at:
Email: saveourculturalheritage@gmail.com

By accessing and using the Site, you agree to abide by these comprehensive Terms and Conditions. SOCH^TM is committed to ensuring a safe and responsible user experience while pursuing our mission to preserve and promote cultural heritage. Thank you for visiting our Site and supporting our initiatives.