Effective Date 01st June, 2025

This document constitutes a legally binding agreement between the website visitor (“you”) and St+art India Foundation (“St+art”, “we”, “our”, “us”), a non-profit organisation committed to democratising public art and transforming public spaces through artistic interventions. By accessing and using our website, www.st-artindia.org, you agree to comply with the terms outlined herein. If you do not agree, please refrain from using our website and associated services.

1. Purpose and Overview

These Terms and Conditions define the framework for access and use of our website, including any content, programming, events, or services provided therein. It outlines the rights and responsibilities of all users to ensure respectful and lawful engagement with our digital platform and community initiatives.

2. Eligibility

You must be at least 18 years of age, or the age of majority in your jurisdiction, to access our website. If under the age of 18, you may use the website only with the supervision and consent of a parent or guardian. If accessing the website on behalf of a company, institution, or organisation, you represent and warrant that you are authorised to act on its behalf.

3. Usage Guidelines

By using the website, you agree not to:

• Post or transmit unlawful, harmful, defamatory, abusive, or discriminatory content.

• Attempt to unauthorised access to any portion or feature of the website.

• Interfere with or disrupt the website or its related services and networks.

• Violate intellectual property rights or the privacy rights of others.

We reserve the right to update these Terms periodically. Continued use of the website following such changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms.

4. Event Participation and Submissions

St+art India Foundation occasionally invites public participation in its art programs, open calls, and events. By submitting proposals, artworks, or any content, you affirm that:

• You own the intellectual property or have the right to share the content.

• You grant St+art India Foundation a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, publish, and share the content for educational, archival, or promotional purposes, with appropriate credit.

5. Copyright and Usage Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to images, videos, text, graphics, and logos, is owned by St+art India Foundation or its collaborators and is protected under applicable intellectual property laws.

• You may not reproduce, modify, distribute, or exploit any content without prior written permission.

• Use of our content for educational, non-commercial, or journalistic purposes is permitted with proper attribution, unless otherwise specified.

6.  Artist Warranties and Representation

Artists or collaborators submitting content to St+art confirm:

• They possess all necessary rights and permissions.

• The submitted content does not infringe on third-party rights or violate any laws.

St+art India Foundation is not responsible for verifying such rights and bears no liability for any claims arising from misuse or misrepresentation.

7. Community Conduct

Our website is a space for learning, expression, and community exchange. All users are expected to:

• Engage respectfully with others.

• Refrain from harassment or hate speech.

• Follow applicable laws when sharing content or participating in discussions.

We reserve the right to moderate or remove content and restrict access to users who violate these principles.

8.  Data Privacy and Protection

We collect personal data such as names, email addresses, and activity metrics solely to improve our services, manage communications, and fulfil programmatic objectives.

• Your data is never sold or shared with third parties without consent.

• You have the right to access, correct, or request deletion of your data at any time. Please refer to our Privacy Policy for more detailed information.

9. Accessibility Commitment

We strive to make our digital platform accessible to all users, including persons with disabilities. Please visit our Accessibility Information page for details or contact us with feedback.

10.  Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites for additional information or reference. We are not responsible for the content, terms, or practices of such external sites.

11.  Service Interruption

We reserve the right to temporarily or permanently suspend access to the website or any part of it without prior notice for maintenance, upgrades, or other operational reasons. We are not liable for any loss or inconvenience resulting from such interruptions.

12. Indemnity

By using the website, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless St+art India Foundation, its holding and subsidiary companies, its partners, employees, directors, and collaborators from any claims, liabilities, damages, or expenses arising out of your use of the website or violation of these Terms.

13. Dispute Resolution

Any dispute arising in connection with these Terms shall be resolved through arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996, with proceedings conducted in English in New Delhi, India.

14. Legal Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by the laws of India, and any disputes not resolved through arbitration shall fall under the jurisdiction of the courts in New Delhi.

15. Miscellaneous

• If any provision of these Terms is held to be unenforceable, the remaining provisions will remain in full effect.

• These Terms constitute the entire agreement between you and St+art India Foundation regarding the use of our website, superseding any prior agreements.