At Dipika, our mission is to provide accurate, balanced and trustworthy educational information about Sanatan Dharma (Hinduism).
We recognise that no knowledge resource is perfect. New research emerges, translations improve, historical understanding develops, and mistakes can occasionally occur.
We therefore welcome corrections, updates and constructive feedback from our readers.
1. Our Commitment to Accuracy
We strive to ensure that every article published on Dipika is:
- Accurate
- Well researched
- Properly sourced
- Clearly written
- Fair and balanced
- Regularly reviewed
Despite these efforts, errors may occasionally occur.
When they do, we are committed to correcting them promptly.
2. What Can Be Reported?
We encourage readers to notify us if they identify:
- Factual errors
- Historical inaccuracies
- Incorrect scriptural references
- Translation mistakes
- Broken links
- Outdated information
- Typographical or grammatical errors
- Incorrect image captions
- Missing citations
- Accessibility issues
- Technical problems
- Copyright concerns
Constructive feedback helps improve Dipika for everyone.
3. How to Report an Issue
Please include as much information as possible, including:
- The URL of the page
- The section containing the issue
- A description of the problem
- Suggested correction (if available)
- Supporting references or sources (where applicable)
Reports may be submitted by email to:
4. Review Process
When a correction request is received, we will:
- Acknowledge receipt where appropriate.
- Review the reported issue.
- Verify the information using reliable sources.
- Consult additional references where necessary.
- Update the content if a correction is warranted.
Some matters may require additional editorial review before changes are made.
5. Types of Corrections
Minor Corrections
These include:
- Spelling
- Grammar
- Formatting
- Broken links
- Minor typographical errors
These may be corrected without formal editorial notes.
Substantive Corrections
These include:
- Incorrect facts
- Scriptural references
- Dates
- Historical information
- Religious terminology
- Incorrect translations
- Significant omissions
Where appropriate, articles may include a note indicating that a substantive correction has been made.
Major Revisions
Occasionally an article may undergo significant revision due to:
- New scholarship
- Improved translations
- Additional research
- Expanded content
- Editorial restructuring
In such cases, the Last Updated or Last Reviewed date will be revised.
6. Multiple Viewpoints
Sanatan Dharma encompasses many philosophical schools and traditions.
Sometimes a reported “error” may reflect a genuine difference of interpretation rather than an objective factual mistake.
Where multiple accepted viewpoints exist, Dipika may:
- clarify the differing interpretations;
- identify the relevant tradition or source; and
- present more than one accepted position.
Our goal is to educate rather than promote a single interpretation.
7. Sources Used for Verification
Corrections may be verified using:
- Primary scriptures
- Traditional commentaries
- Recognised academic publications
- Historical sources
- Peer-reviewed research
- Reputable educational institutions
- Subject-matter experts
Editorial judgement will always be exercised when evaluating conflicting sources.
8. AI-Assisted Content
Some articles may have been prepared with the assistance of Artificial Intelligence.
Regardless of how content was initially created, all reported errors are reviewed by human editors.
AI-generated content is not exempt from correction.
9. Reader Contributions
We appreciate readers who take the time to identify errors or suggest improvements.
Submission of a correction does not guarantee that changes will be made.
Each suggestion is evaluated on its merits and against available evidence.
10. Transparency
Where practical, Dipika aims to be transparent about significant editorial changes.
For substantial updates, an article may include a note such as:
Editorial Update: This article was revised on [Date] to improve accuracy, expand content or incorporate updated information.
11. Continuous Improvement
Dipika is intended to be a living knowledge platform.
Content is continually reviewed and improved to:
- maintain accuracy;
- improve clarity;
- reflect new research;
- improve readability;
- enhance educational value; and
- strengthen the overall quality of the Website.
12. Response Times
While we endeavour to review correction requests promptly, response times may vary depending on:
- the complexity of the issue;
- the availability of supporting evidence; and
- editorial workload.
We appreciate your patience during the review process.
13. Respectful Feedback
We welcome constructive feedback provided respectfully.
Abusive, threatening or defamatory communications may not receive a response.
14. Our Promise
Dipika is committed to intellectual honesty.
Where we make mistakes, we will correct them.
Where new evidence emerges, we will update our content.
Where multiple accepted viewpoints exist, we will endeavour to represent them fairly and respectfully.
Continuous improvement is a fundamental part of our editorial philosophy.
Contact
To report an error, request a correction or suggest an update, please contact us:
Website: https://dipika.co.za
Email: info@dipika.co.za