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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.