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WeSantal & Affiliated Councils (BSEC, SCRC, SRHB, MPC)

Effective Date: 25/12/2025

These Terms & Conditions define the standards, scope, and limitations governing the use of WeSantal platforms, certifications, educational frameworks, cultural references, and related services.

Use of this website or participation in any program implies acknowledgment of these terms.

1. Purpose of These Terms

These Terms & Conditions define the standards, scope, and limitations governing the use of WeSantal platforms, certifications, educational frameworks, cultural references, and related services.

Use of this website or participation in any program implies acknowledgment of these terms.

2. Nature of WeSantal & Its Councils

WeSantal and its affiliated councils function as community-based, non-governmental institutions providing:

  • Cultural verification and reference
  • Educational frameworks and standardization
  • Research and documentation
  • Advisory and coordination support

These bodies do not exercise statutory or governmental authority.

3. Verification, Recognition & Standards

3.1 Verified Status

Only institutions, programs, publications, or individuals that have successfully completed verification under WeSantal frameworks (BSEC / SCRC / SRHB) may be described as:

  • "Verified"
  • "Recognized"
  • "Referenced"
  • "Certified under WeSantal"

3.2 Unverified Status

Institutions or individuals who have not completed verification or do not follow published standards are considered Unverified under WeSantal frameworks.

Unverified status does not prohibit independent operation, but no recognition or endorsement is implied.

4. Education, Training & Certification Disclaimer

4.1 Ol Chiki & Santali Education

Effective Santali and Ol Chiki education requires functional literacy, standardized training, and transparent assessment.

Certificates issued by:

  • Unverified institutions
  • Local academies without standardized external examination
  • Programs not aligned with BSEC frameworks

are not considered equivalent to BSEC–WeSantal certifications and are not recommended for professional, institutional, or reference use.

4.2 Examination & Training Standards

WeSantal–BSEC certifications are issued only after:

  • Defined syllabus coverage
  • Standardized assessment
  • Transparent evaluation processes

Certificates obtained outside this framework may not align with recognized education standards.

5. Institutional Misrepresentation

No institution, academy, or individual may:

  • Claim WeSantal / BSEC / SCRC / SRHB affiliation without authorization
  • Use WeSantal logos, names, or references without written consent
  • Present unverified certificates as 'standardized' or 'recognized'

Such representation may result in public clarification of non-association.

6. Future Alignment & Collaboration Readiness

WeSantal works toward quality alignment with academic bodies, skill frameworks, and relevant government initiatives.

Participation in future coordinated programs typically requires:

  • Verified standards
  • Documented assessment
  • Transparent certification

Unverified certificates or institutions may face limitations in integration, equivalence, or participation.

7. Cultural & Language Integrity

Misrepresentation of:

  • Ol Chiki script
  • Santali language pedagogy
  • Cultural or historical claims

without verification may be identified as non-authentic reference material under WeSantal documentation frameworks.

8. No Enforcement or Punitive Authority

WeSantal and its councils:

  • Do not impose penalties or sanctions
  • Do not interfere with employment or government appointments
  • Do not invalidate statutory certificates

All references are advisory, standard-based, and community-oriented.

9. Limitation of Liability

WeSantal shall not be held liable for:

  • Decisions taken by third-party institutions
  • Employment outcomes
  • Government recognition decisions

Users are advised to verify standards alignment before enrollment, certification, or publication.

10. Acceptance of Terms

Use of WeSantal websites, certifications, frameworks, or references constitutes acceptance of these Terms & Conditions.

Media, Film & Cultural Representation Clause

Terms & Conditions – Cultural Integrity

1. Cultural Representation Responsibility

Santali culture, language, customs, festivals, attire, rituals, and community life are part of a living indigenous heritage. Any representation of Santali identity in films, videos, digital media, web series, advertisements, social media, or other visual content carries a responsibility of accuracy, dignity, and respect.

2. Common Issues of Misrepresentation

The Santali community has observed recurring issues in film and media, including but not limited to:

  • Incorrect or distorted portrayal of Santali culture
  • Use of non-Santali practices presented as Santali traditions
  • Inaccurate depiction of Sarna Dharam, rituals, or festivals
  • Use of Ol Chiki symbols or language without proper understanding
  • Stereotyping, exaggeration, or derogatory representation
  • Mixing of unrelated tribal or non-tribal cultural elements

Such representations cause cultural confusion, loss of authenticity, and long-term harm, especially among younger generations.

3. Cultural Verification & Advisory Guidance

Creators, producers, directors, and media platforms are strongly advised to seek cultural review and guidance before releasing content that claims to represent Santali culture or identity.

  • Cultural review is voluntary and advisory
  • It is intended to support authenticity, not restrict creativity
  • Review helps avoid unintended misrepresentation or offense

4. Verified vs Unverified Media Content

  • Media content that has undergone cultural review may be described as 'Culturally Reviewed / Verified' under community frameworks.
  • Media content that has not undergone review should not be presented as authoritative or authentic representation of Santali culture.

Unverified content may be created independently, but no cultural endorsement or recognition is implied.

5. Use of Names, Symbols & Identity

No film, media content, or production may:

  • Claim association with WeSantal or its councils without authorization
  • Use Santali cultural identity, Ol Chiki script, or Sarna Dharam references in a misleading or disrespectful manner
  • Present fictional or altered elements as authentic Santali traditions

Misuse may result in public clarification of non-association.

6. Public Awareness & Cultural Reference

Institutions, educators, researchers, and media audiences are encouraged to exercise discretion when interpreting Santali representation in films and media that are not culturally reviewed.

Cultural accuracy is essential for:

  • Education
  • Research
  • Public understanding
  • Inter-community respect

7. Future Cultural Standards & Collaboration

As cultural documentation and standardization efforts progress, accurate and verified representation will become increasingly important for:

  • Educational use
  • Cultural archives
  • Institutional reference
  • Academic and government-aligned initiatives

Media content that does not follow basic cultural accuracy may face limitations in such contexts.

8. No Censorship or Legal Enforcement

WeSantal and its affiliated cultural bodies:

  • Do not censor films or media
  • Do not ban creative works
  • Do not exercise legal enforcement authority

All guidance provided is cultural, advisory, and reference-based.

Official Cultural Note

"Cultural freedom and creative expression are respected. At the same time, indigenous cultures deserve accurate and dignified representation. Cultural review exists to support understanding, not to control expression."

Official Note

"WeSantal establishes reference standards for culture and education. Recognition under these frameworks reflects alignment with community-verified standards, not statutory authority."