Website Policy
1. Copyright Policy
Material displayed on the Department of Official Language website may be reproduced free of charge after obtaining due permission via email. However, the material must be reproduced accurately and not used in a derogatory or misleading context. The source must be acknowledged whenever the material is published or disseminated to others. This permission to reproduce material does not extend to content subject to third-party copyright; authorization for reproducing such material must be obtained from the respective departments or copyright holders.
2. Privacy Policy
We do not collect personal information for any purpose other than to respond to users (for example, to answer your questions). If users choose to provide personal information by filling out a feedback form—including an email address or postal address—and sending it to us via the website, we use that information to respond to their messages and assist them by providing the information they have requested.
3. Hyperlinking Policy
Links to External Websites/Portals You will find links to other websites/portals at various places on this website. These links are provided for your convenience. The Department is not responsible for the contents or reliability of the linked websites and does not necessarily endorse the views expressed within them. The mere presence of a link or its listing on this website should not be construed as an endorsement of any kind. We cannot guarantee that these links will always function, and we have no control over the availability of the linked pages. Links to the Department's Website from Other Websites/Portals Prior permission is required to create a hyperlink to this site from any other website or portal. Permission must be obtained by submitting a request to the Department, specifying the nature of the content on the pages where the link is to be placed and the exact wording of the hyperlink.
4. Terms and Conditions
The Department of Official Language website is designed, developed, and hosted by the National Informatics Centre (NIC), Government of India. While every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy and currency of the content on this website, it should not be construed as a legal statement or used for any legal purpose. NIC accepts no responsibility regarding the accuracy, completeness, or usefulness of the content. Users are advised to verify any information with the concerned government department(s) and/or other sources, and to seek appropriate professional advice before acting upon the information provided on this website. In no event will the Government or NIC be liable for any expense, loss, or damage—including, without limitation, indirect or consequential loss or damage, or any expense, loss, or damage whatsoever arising from use—resulting from the use of this website. Links to other websites included in this portal are provided solely for the convenience of the public. NIC is not responsible for the contents or reliability of the linked websites and does not necessarily endorse the views expressed within them. We cannot guarantee the availability of such linked pages at all times. These terms and conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with Indian laws. Any dispute arising under these terms and conditions shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts in India.