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Module: GyanVapy Wiki™ (Community Knowledge Base)
Document Type: Policy
Trademark: GyanVapy Wiki™ is a trademark of MyMahotsav Futuretech Ltd (™ pending)
Effective Date: 24th February 2026
Version: 1.0
Part A: Plain English Summary #
Addressing Concerns About Content #
Despite our best efforts, sometimes content on GyanVapy Wiki™ may be inaccurate, inappropriate, or offensive. This policy explains how to request removal or correction of content and how disputes are resolved.
The Simple Truth #
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Try Discussion First: Most content concerns can be resolved by discussing with other editors on the article’s talk page.
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Report Serious Issues: For content that violates our policies (hate speech, defamation, privacy violations), use our reporting system.
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Legal Complaints: If content infringes your legal rights (copyright, defamation), we have procedures to address these promptly.
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We’re Neutral: Our role is to enforce policies, not to adjudicate religious or cultural disputes. We’ll focus on policy compliance rather than taking sides.
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Appeals Available: If you disagree with a moderation decision, you can appeal.
Part B: Dispute Resolution Process #
1. Collaborative Resolution (Preferred) #
1.1 Talk Page Discussion: Before escalating, discuss your concerns on the article’s talk page. Most disagreements can be resolved through respectful conversation.
1.2 Assume Good Faith: Assume other editors are trying to improve the wiki, even when you disagree with their edits.
1.3 Seek Consensus: Work toward a version that incorporates multiple perspectives fairly, rather than “winning” the argument.
2. Moderator Intervention #
2.1 When discussion fails to resolve a dispute, users may request moderator assistance through the designated channels.
2.2 Moderators will:
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Review the dispute impartially
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Consider relevant policies and guidelines
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Seek input from involved parties
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Make a reasoned decision
2.3 Moderator decisions may include:
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Maintaining the current version
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Reverting to a specific version
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Suggesting compromise language
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Temporary page protection
3. Content Reporting #
3.1 Users may report content that violates policies using the “Report” function.
3.2 Reports should include:
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Specific URL of the content
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Policy alleged to be violated
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Explanation of the violation
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Any supporting evidence
3.3 Reported content will be reviewed within:
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24 hours for urgent issues (hate speech, harassment)
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72 hours for standard policy violations
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5 business days for complex matters
4. Appeals #
4.1 Users dissatisfied with moderation decisions may appeal to platform administrators.
4.2 Appeals must be submitted within 14 days of the decision and include:
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The decision being appealed
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Reasons why the decision was incorrect
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Any new information not previously considered
4.3 Appeals will be reviewed by someone not involved in the original decision.
Part C: Legal Take-Down Requests #
5. Copyright Infringement (DMCA) #
5.1 To report copyright infringement, submit a notice including:
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Identification of copyrighted work
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Identification of infringing material (URL)
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Your contact information
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Statement of good faith belief
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Signature (physical or electronic)
5.2 Send copyright notices to: copyright@gyanvapy.com
5.3 We will respond to valid notices by removing infringing content and notifying the user who posted it.
5.4 Users may file counter-notices if they believe content was removed in error.
6. Defamation and Privacy Violations #
6.1 To report defamatory content or privacy violations:
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Identify the specific content
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Explain why it is defamatory or violates privacy
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Provide supporting evidence
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Identify yourself and your relationship to the content
6.2 We will review reports and may remove content that clearly violates applicable laws or policies.
6.3 For complex cases, we may seek legal advice before acting.
7. Religious Sensitivity Complaints #
7.1 Content that allegedly disrespects religious sentiments will be reviewed with particular care.
7.2 Factors considered:
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Whether the content is factual and well-sourced
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The tone and context of the presentation
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Whether it deliberately incites hatred
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Whether it serves an educational purpose
7.3 Removal decisions will be based on policy compliance rather than theological correctness.
Part D: Platform Authority and Limitations #
8. Final Authority #
8.1 MyMahotsav Futuretech Ltd retains final authority over content decisions on GyanVapy Wiki™.
8.2 We may remove any content that, in our sole discretion, violates these policies or applicable laws.
8.3 We are not obligated to remove content simply because someone disagrees with it, provided it complies with our policies.
9. No Liability #
9.1 As an intermediary platform, we disclaim liability for user-generated content as provided in our Terms of Use and applicable laws.
9.2 Our role in content moderation is to enforce policies, not to guarantee accuracy or religious orthodoxy.
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