Code of Conduct

This policy shall be applicable on all spaces related to HackwithIndia, including the following, as well as their online counterparts (if any):

• Hackathons
• Talks, presentations, or demos
• Workshops
• Parties and social events
• Social media channels, etc.

This Code of Conduct also applies equally to all Sponsors & Partners of hackathons, and to all projects that are made at the hackathon.

No Plagiarism or Re-using of Past Work

We encourage you to submit projects only prepared during the duration of the hackathon

• If you decide to submit projects consisting of Re-Used Code or re-submit a project that has already been submitted to any other hackathon, You Must Disclose such previous use and its extent with the submission.
• If upon inspection it is found that the project contains Re-Used Code that was not disclosed, the organizer may:
• Ask the participant to point out similarities and differences between the old and new work, and/or
• Disqualify the submission from winning awards automatically.

No Discrimination

Hackathons hosted on HackwithIndia are dedicated to providing a Safe & Comfortable Environment and a Harassment-free Experience for everyone. Discrimination based on the following will Not be tolerated:

• Gender
• Gender identity and expression
• Age
• Sexual orientation
• Disability
• Physical appearance
• Body size
• Race
• Ethnicity
• Nationality
• Religion
• Political views
• Previous hackathon attendance or lack of
• Computing experience or lack of
• Chosen programming language or tech stack

No Harassment

We do not tolerate Harassment of hackathon participants in any form, including:

• Offensive discriminatory verbal comments
• Public display of sexual material in public spaces
• Deliberate intimidation
• Stalking
• Wilful disruption
• Inappropriate physical contact
• Unwelcome sexual advances
• Taking photographs or audio/video recordings without the subject's consent

No Recording Without Consent

Photography and videography are encouraged, but:

• Participants must be given a Reasonable Chance to opt out from being photographed.
• If a participant objects to being photographed, comply with their request.
• If they express disapproval after a photo or video has been captured:
• Delete it from your records.
• If shared online, take reasonable steps to Retract It From Social Media
• It is inappropriate to take photographs in contexts where people have a Reasonable Expectation Of Privacy (e.g., bathrooms or sleeping areas).

Creation of a Safe Space

• No sponsors, partners, or participants shall use Sexualised Images, Activities & Materials for any non-permitted purpose.
• The use of sexualised clothing/uniforms/costumes or anything that creates a Sexualised Environment is prohibited.

Intellectual Property

• You will Own Any Developments Made By You including all rights, titles, and interests in those developments.
• By posting your submission on HackwithIndia, you grant HackwithIndia a Non-Exclusive, Worldwide, Royalty-Free License too.

Always Report

If you notice any Violation of this Code of Conduct, find suspicious behavior, or have concerns:

• No sponsors, partners, or participants shall use Sexualised Images, Activities & Materials for any non-permitted purpose.
• The use of sexualised clothing/uniforms/costumes or anything that creates a Sexualised Environment is prohibited.

Consequences of Violations

If any participant violates this Code of Conduct, the organizer may, at their own discretion:

• Expel the participant from the hackathon with No Refund (if applicable).
• Block their access to HackwithIndia Resources, including the website.
• Report their behavior to Local Law Enforcement.