Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: November 26, 2024
Welcome to The Constitution Times (“Website”), operated independently by The Constitution Times team under the administration of the Foundation for Legal Reforms (“Foundation,” “we,” “our,” or “us”). These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the Website and its content. By accessing or using this Website, you agree to comply with and be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree with these Terms, please refrain from using the Website.
1. Acceptance of Terms
By accessing or using the Website, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to these Terms. We reserve the right to modify or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically. Continued use of the Website following any changes constitutes your acceptance of the updated Terms.
2. Use of Website
The Constitution Times provides news, reports, articles, and educational content related to legal developments worldwide. The Website is intended for personal, informational, and non-commercial use only, subject to the following restrictions:
- You agree to access the Website with respect for its purpose and content, refraining from activities that might compromise its integrity or lawful operation.
- You agree to use the Website solely for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms.
- Unauthorized use of the Website, including scraping, data mining, or other automated systems, is strictly prohibited.
3. Intellectual Property Rights
a. Ownership of Content
All content on this Website, including but not limited to articles, news, reports, theses, images, videos, logos, and trademarks (“Content”), is the intellectual property of The Constitution Times or its respective contributors. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, modification, or public display of the Content is strictly prohibited unless expressly permitted by us.
b. Limited License
We grant you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use the Website’s Content for personal, non-commercial purposes. This license does not grant you ownership of the Content.
4. User Conduct
When using the Website, you agree not to:
- Engage in any activity that could damage, disable, or impair the functionality of the Website.
- Post, upload, or transmit content that is unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or violates third-party rights.
- Use the Website to harass, stalk, or harm any individual or organization.
- Misrepresent your identity or affiliation with any person or entity.
- Interfere with the Website’s security or attempt to access restricted areas without authorization.
5. User-Generated Content
a. Submission of Content
The Website may allow users to submit articles, comments, or other forms of content (“User Content”). By submitting User Content, you grant The Constitution Times a perpetual, irrevocable, royalty-free, non-exclusive, worldwide license to use, reproduce, publish, distribute, and display the content in any media.
b. Responsibility for User Content
You represent and warrant that:
- You own or have the necessary rights to submit the User Content.
- The User Content does not infringe on any third-party intellectual property or violate any applicable laws.
The Constitution Times reserves the right to review, edit, or remove User Content at its sole discretion.
6. Disclaimers
a. No Guarantees
The Website and its Content are provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, either express or implied. While we strive to provide accurate and up-to-date information, we do not guarantee the completeness, reliability, or accuracy of the Content.
b. Third-Party Links
The Website may contain links to external websites for informational purposes. We are not responsible for the content, practices, or policies of third-party websites and recommend reviewing their terms and privacy policies.
7. Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, The Constitution Times, the Foundation for Legal Reforms, and their affiliates, directors, employees, or contributors shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from:
- Unauthorized access to or alteration of your data.
- Your use of or inability to use the Website.
- Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in the Content.
8. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify and hold harmless The Constitution Times, the Foundation for Legal Reforms, and their affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising out of your use of the Website, violation of these Terms, or infringement of any third-party rights.
9. Privacy Policy
Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which outlines how we collect, use, and protect your information. By using the Website, you consent to the practices described in the Privacy Policy.
10. Termination
We reserve the right to terminate or suspend your access to the Website at any time, with or without cause or prior notice, for any violation of these Terms or other reasons deemed necessary.
11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
These Terms are governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of India. Any disputes arising out of or related to these Terms shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in Dharamshala, Himachal Pradesh, India.
12. Contact Us
For any questions or concerns regarding these Terms, please contact us:
Foundation for Legal Reforms
Email: contact@theconstitutiontimes.com
Phone: +91 7876403993
By using The Constitution Times, you acknowledge and agree to these Terms and Conditions. Thank you for visiting and supporting our mission to deliver transparent and insightful legal news and content.