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Terms & Conditions

Please read these terms carefully before using our website, making donations, or participating in our programs.

Last Updated: 6 October 2026

Introduction

Welcome to Anuchanam, A Foundation of CSU. These Terms and Conditions govern your access to and use of our website, donation services, programs, and related offerings. By using any part of our services you accept these terms in full. If you do not agree, please do not use our website or services.

About Anuchanam

Anuchanam, A Foundation of CSU is a not-for-profit Section 8 company registered under the Companies Act, 2013. We are dedicated to promoting Sanskrit education, research, cultural preservation, digital archiving of manuscripts, educational technology incubation, and other charitable objectives — without distributing dividends to members.

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing our website, making donations, registering for programs, purchasing items, or otherwise engaging with the Foundation, you agree to be bound by these Terms & Conditions, our Privacy Policy, and Cancellation & Refund Policy.

Charitable Objects

Our core activities include promotion of Sanskrit learning and research, preservation of cultural heritage, digitization of ancient texts, support for ed-tech initiatives, and other charitable efforts benefiting society at large.

Donations and Contributions

All donations are voluntary and applied solely toward our charitable objectives.
Eligible donors receive 80G tax exemption certificates (subject to prevailing rules and Foundation compliance).
PAN details are required for donations of ₹2,000 or more as per Income Tax rules.
The Foundation reserves the right to accept or decline any contribution.
Donations designated for specific purposes will be used accordingly; if not possible, we will inform the donor.

Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law:

The Foundation shall not be liable for indirect, incidental, special, or consequential damages arising from use of the website or services.
All website content is provided “as is” without any warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or fitness for purpose.
We are not responsible for content or practices of any third-party websites linked from our site.
Participation in programs, donations, and purchases is at your own risk.
Our total liability (if any) shall not exceed the amount you have paid to us in the preceding 12 months.

Compliance with Laws

We operate in full compliance with the following key Indian laws and regulations:

Companies Act, 2013 (Section 8)

Income Tax Act, 1961 (12A & 80G)

Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, 2010

Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023

Prevention of Money Laundering Act, 2002

Consumer Protection Act, 2019

Dispute Resolution

We prefer amicable resolution of any concerns. Disputes that cannot be settled through good-faith discussion shall be referred to arbitration under the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996. Arbitration will be conducted in Delhi by a sole arbitrator mutually appointed, in English language.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed exclusively by the laws of India. Any legal proceedings shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of competent courts in Delhi, India.

Amendments

We may update these Terms at any time. Significant changes will be communicated via the website and/or email. Your continued use of our services after such changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, that provision shall be severed, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect.