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PRIVACY POLICY

This Privacy Policy applies to your or Users on behalf of Event Creators (“User” or “You” or “Your”) access and use of Vande Mataram 150 (“We” or “Our” or “Platform” or Website”) and the features provided therein detailed under the Terms and Conditions.

When You use the Platform, Personal Data is collected from and about You. We are committed to protecting the security of Your Personal Data and safeguarding Your privacy. This privacy policy sets out the details of the Personal Data collected, the method of collection of such Personal Data, the responsible parties for such data collection, and the intended use for which data is collected.

Please read this Policy along with the Terms and Conditions carefully prior to using the Platform. The Privacy Policy and Terms and Conditions shall be read together, and any terms not covered in the Privacy Policy shall be governed by the Terms and Conditions.

By choosing to upload Your Content on the Website, You are deemed to accept the terms of this Privacy Policy and to be legally bound by them.

1. DEFINITION

The definitions provided in this Privacy Policy are intended for clarification and understanding of the terms used in this policy. Unless otherwise defined herein, the terms used in this Privacy Policy shall have the same meanings ascribed to them in the Terms and Conditions. Additional definitions relevant to this Privacy Policy are provided below.

  • a. Data: any information, including but not limited to Personal Data, user-generated content, usage data, cookies, metadata, and any other information collected, processed, or stored by the Platform during the use of its services. This includes information provided by users during registration, interactions with the Platform's features, content creation, and any other activity performed on the Platform. Additionally, "Data" may also include data collected through automated means such as cookies, log files, and analytics tools to enhance the user experience and improve the performance and security of the Platform.
  • b. Data Fiduciary: shall mean Ministry of Culture (MoC) which dictates the purpose and means of processing Personal Data.
  • c. Data Processor: shall include any person or entity or third party partners as approved by the MoC who may process Your Personal Data on behalf of the Data Fiduciary.
  • d. Data Principal: the individual to whom the Personal Data relates, including the Users using the Platform.
  • e. Personal Data: Personal Data is any data about an individual who is identifiable by or in relation to such data.

2. DATA COLLECTED

  • a. When You use the Platform, the following Data is collected from You to enhance Your experience and Our features. This may include, but is not limited to:
    1. i. Event Creators:
      • a. Mandatory Data: Name, Description, State, District, Venue of the event, Image
      • b. Non-Mandatory Data: Video, YouTube link
    2. ii. Users:
      • a. Mandatory Data: Name, State, Mobile No., Email ID
      • b. Non-Mandatory Data: Video, YouTube link
  • b. The Platform will require certain access permission for Your device for seamless experience, which includes:
    1. i. File Manager Access: To allow You to upload or download documents, images, or files.
    2. ii. Camera Access: To enable You to capture and upload videos.
    3. iii. Microphone Access: To enable You to seamlessly capture audio.
    4. iv. IP Address/logs Access: To locate the IP Address of the Users.

3. HOW WE USE COLLECTED DATA:

We are committed to safeguarding Your Personal Data and using it responsibly. The Personal Data we collect serves several important functions:

  • a. Access to features: Your data enables us to provide the features in a streamlined and tailored manner.
  • b. User Support: Your data enables Us to provide responsive and effective User support, addressing any inquiries or issues You may have.
  • c. Legal Compliance: We may process Your data as necessary to comply with obligations under applicable law, resolve disputes, and enforce Our policies.
  • d. Certificates: The Personal Data collected will also be used to generate digital certificates for the participation of the User and for facilitating the downloading of the certificate.
  • e. Marketing and Advertising: With Your consent where required by applicable law, the Platform may use Your data for marketing and advertising purposes, including promotions.
  • f. Nation-Building Purpose: With Your Consent, wherever required by applicable law, the Platform may use Your data to support initiatives aimed at nation building and promoting good governance.
  • g. Other Purposes: The Platform may use Your Data for any other purposes as required, in addition to the purposes listed above, within the ambit of applicable law, with Your consent.
  • h. The Platform will not collect excessive or irrelevant Personal Data that does not serve a legitimate purpose. Any Personal Data collected will be limited to what is necessary in relation to the purposes for which it was collected. All Personal Data collected will be retained in the encrypted form on the Application Server.

4. DATA SHARING

  • a. We do not share Your Personal Data with companies, organizations, or individuals outside of the Platform except in the following cases:
    1. i. Legal Reasons: We may disclose Your Personal Data to investigate or prevent unlawful activities, comply with legal obligations, or address violations of Our Privacy Policy, Terms and Conditions, or rights of event creators or the general public. This may involve sharing data with law enforcement, government, or judicial authorities.
    2. ii. With Your consent: We will share Personal Data outside of the Platform when We have Your consent for using any of the Services provided by Us that may require sharing Your Data with a third-party. The Platform shall take all reasonable security safeguards to prevent the breach of any Personal Data. You are required to see the privacy policies of such other parties to understand how Your data is dealt with in the end.
  • b. As a Data Fiduciary, We take full responsibility for the collection, use, and disclosure of Personal Data handled by Our data processors. We ensure all data processing complies with applicable laws and implement strict contracts to protect Your data’s confidentiality, integrity, and security. We also hold Our data processors accountable for any breaches.

5. RETENTION OF DATA

  • a. We will retain Personal Data only for a period of one (1) year to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, including any legal, accounting, or reporting requirements. The specific retention period will be determined based on:
    1. i. The nature of the data
    2. ii. The purpose for which it was collected
    3. iii. Any applicable legal obligation
  • b. We may create aggregated, de-identified, or anonymized Data from Personal Data collected. Such Data will not be used in a manner that could identify individuals and may be retained indefinitely for business analysis and improvement of Our Platform.
  • c. We will comply with all applicable laws regarding data retention and deletion, including but not limited to Information Technology Act, 2000 and any/all relevant Rules notified thereunder.

6. MISCELLANEOUS

  • a. Publicly Shared Data
    1. i. Users understand and acknowledge that any Data they opt to share publicly on the Platform, may be viewed, collected, and utilized by others.
    2. ii. The Platform cannot guarantee the privacy or security of publicly shared Data and disclaims any responsibility for the privacy concerns arising from such sharing by Users.
    3. iii. Users are advised to exercise caution and discretion when publicly sharing Data on the Platform.
  • b. Video-Related Privacy Concerns
    1. i. The Platform respects the privacy and rights of individuals depicted in images or videos shared/uploaded on it.
    2. ii. Users acknowledge and agree that by uploading or posting videos on the Platform, they may be disclosing Personal Data about themselves or others. Users must ensure that they possess the necessary rights, permissions, and consents to utilize and share any videos containing identifiable individuals.
    3. iii. The Platform prohibits the uploading or sharing of videos that violate the privacy, rights, intellectual property rights, or dignity of individuals, including but not limited to videos that depict:
      1. a. Individuals without their consent, particularly in private or sensitive situations.
      2. b. Private or confidential information, such as addresses, phone numbers, or personal identification details.
      3. c. Videos obtained unlawfully or through unauthorized access.
    4. iv. Users are solely responsible for the videos they upload or share on the Platform and must adhere to applicable laws, regulations, and community guidelines. The Platform reserves the right to remove or take appropriate action regarding any videos that contravene these Terms.
  • c. We will comply with all applicable laws regarding data retention and deletion, including but not limited to Information Technology Act, 2000 and any/all relevant Rules notified thereunder.

7. THIRD PARTY API AND USER CONSENT

By using the Platform, You acknowledge and consent to the following:

  • a. Third-Party APIs:
    1. i. These APIs may access Data related to Your profile, preferences, interactions, and other relevant details.
    2. ii. We ensure that these APIs adhere to industry standards and security protocols.
  • b. User Consent:
    1. i. By accepting the Privacy Policy, You explicitly consent to the use of third-party APIs.
    2. ii. You understand that these APIs enhance Your experience.
    3. iii. It is Your responsibility to review and understand the Terms and Conditions of each third- party API.
    4. iv. The Platform is not liable for any actions, data breaches, or disputes arising from third- party API usage.

8. GRIEVANCE REDRESSAL

The Platform is committed to safeguarding the privacy and dignity of all Users and will undertake appropriate measures to address any privacy concerns in accordance with its privacy policy and applicable laws. If Users believe that their privacy rights have been infringed, they are encouraged to report Sri Pappunjay Kumar Under Secretary (C&M) AKAM Secretariat 3rd Floor, Samvet Auditorium Indira Gandhi Centre for Arts Hotel Janpath, Delhi-01for expeditious review and resolution.

9. UPDATE/MODIFICATIONS

Platform reserves the right to update or modify (without limitation) the Privacy Policy at any time. These updates may be necessary due to legal requirements, technological advancements, or changes in the Platform’s features. We are committed to keeping Users and Event Creators informed about any modifications.

If any material changes are made in the Privacy Policy, the Users and Event Creators will be notified by us, to provide an opportunity to review the changes before they become effective. User’s and Event Creator’s continued use of Our Platform after We publish or send a notice about Our changes to the Privacy Policy means that Users and Event Creators are consenting to the updated Privacy Policy as of their effective date.

10. INDEMNITY

Parties hereby agree to indemnify and to hold each other harmless from and against all liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses of any kind (including reasonable legal fees and costs) relating to, arising out of, or in any way in connection with access to or use of Our Platform, including data and content provided in connection therewith, breach of Our Privacy Policy, Terms and Conditions or applicable law; or any misrepresentation.

11. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

In the event of any dispute, controversy, or claim arising out of or relating to this Privacy Policy, including its formation, interpretation, performance, or breach, the dispute shall be referred to and finally resolved by arbitration.

The place and seat of arbitration shall be New Delhi and the language of the arbitration proceedings shall be English. The arbitration tribunal shall consist of a sole arbitrator appointed in accordance with the provisions of the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996.

This Privacy Policy is subject to and shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India, with the competent Courts in New Delhi having exclusive jurisdiction.