Dipika is committed to publishing accurate, respectful, balanced and well-researched educational content relating to Sanatan Dharma (Hinduism).
This Editorial Policy explains how our content is created, reviewed, updated and maintained.
1. Our Mission
Dipika exists to:
- Preserve the knowledge of Sanatan Dharma.
- Make authentic information accessible to everyone.
- Present complex subjects in a clear and understandable manner.
- Encourage lifelong learning.
- Respect the diversity of Hindu traditions.
- Build one of the world’s most trusted online knowledge repositories on Sanatan Dharma.
Our objective is education—not religious authority.
2. Editorial Independence
Dipika is an independent educational platform.
Editorial decisions are made independently and are not influenced by:
- political organisations
- commercial sponsors
- advertisers
- religious institutions
- temples
- sectarian interests
Where sponsorship or partnerships exist, they will be clearly disclosed.
3. Editorial Principles
Every article published on Dipika should strive to be:
- Accurate
- Balanced
- Respectful
- Well researched
- Clearly written
- Accessible
- Educational
- Neutral in tone
- Properly sourced
- Regularly reviewed
4. Sources of Information
Content may be based on:
- Primary Hindu scriptures
- Traditional commentaries
- Recognised academic publications
- Historical records
- Peer-reviewed research
- Respected scholars
- Traditional authorities
- Government and cultural institutions (where applicable)
Where possible, sources will be cited to encourage further reading.
5. Multiple Viewpoints
Sanatan Dharma is diverse and includes numerous philosophical schools, sampradayas, regional traditions and cultural practices.
Where significant differences exist, Dipika will seek to:
- present multiple accepted viewpoints
- identify the tradition or source of each viewpoint
- avoid presenting one interpretation as universally accepted unless supported by broad consensus
Readers are encouraged to appreciate the richness and diversity of Hindu traditions.
6. Content Standards
Every article should aim to include:
- A clear title
- A concise summary
- Accurate terminology
- Relevant definitions
- Structured headings
- Internal links
- References where appropriate
- Related articles
- Metadata for discovery
- Appropriate images or illustrations where useful
7. Editorial Review
Before publication, content should be reviewed for:
- factual accuracy
- spelling and grammar
- readability
- consistency
- formatting
- broken links
- metadata completeness
- image quality
- appropriate citations
Important or sensitive articles may undergo additional editorial review.
8. Corrections
Despite our best efforts, errors may occasionally occur.
When credible errors are identified, Dipika will:
- investigate the issue
- verify the information
- correct confirmed errors promptly
- update the article where appropriate
Substantive corrections may be noted within the article.
9. Updates
Sanatan Dharma is a living tradition, and new scholarship, translations and historical research continue to emerge.
Articles may be updated to:
- improve accuracy
- add new information
- clarify existing content
- improve readability
- update references
- improve illustrations or media
Where appropriate, articles will display a Last Reviewed or Last Updated date.
10. Artificial Intelligence
Dipika may use artificial intelligence tools to assist with:
- drafting content
- summarising information
- proofreading
- improving readability
- suggesting metadata
- identifying related content
AI is used as an editorial aid—not as a replacement for human judgement.
Published content should be reviewed by a human editor before publication wherever reasonably practical.
11. Images and Illustrations
Images are selected to:
- support understanding
- improve visual engagement
- respect Hindu traditions
- maintain a consistent visual identity
Where AI-generated images are used, they should accurately represent the subject and should not intentionally mislead readers.
Image credits will be provided where required.
12. Language and Tone
Dipika aims to write in language that is:
- respectful
- inclusive
- welcoming
- educational
- free from unnecessary jargon
Where Sanskrit terms are used, explanations or translations should be provided whenever practical.
13. Respectful Discussion
Dipika encourages thoughtful discussion and respectful exchange of ideas.
We do not publish or promote content that:
- incites hatred or violence
- ridicules religious beliefs
- promotes discrimination
- deliberately spreads misinformation
- attacks individuals or communities
Moderation decisions are made to maintain a constructive learning environment.
14. Editorial Corrections Requested by Readers
Readers are encouraged to report:
- factual errors
- broken links
- outdated information
- typographical errors
- citation issues
Suggestions should be submitted via our Contact page or by emailing info@dipika.co.za.
Every genuine submission will be reviewed.
15. Advertising and Sponsored Content
If advertising or sponsored content is introduced in the future:
- it will be clearly identified
- it will not influence editorial decisions
- it will not compromise the educational mission of Dipika
Editorial independence will always take precedence.
16. Copyright and Attribution
Dipika respects intellectual property rights.
Where third-party material is used:
- permission will be obtained where required
- appropriate attribution will be provided
- copyright laws will be respected
Original Dipika content remains protected by copyright.
17. Editorial Responsibility
Editorial responsibility for published content rests with Dipika.
While contributors, volunteers and guest authors may assist in content creation, Dipika reserves the right to edit, revise or remove content to maintain editorial standards.
18. Our Commitment
Our goal is not merely to publish articles.
Our goal is to build one of the most trusted, comprehensive and accessible online knowledge repositories dedicated to Sanatan Dharma.
We are committed to continuous improvement and welcome constructive feedback from readers, scholars and the wider community.
Contact
For editorial enquiries, corrections or suggestions:
Website: https://dipika.co.za
Email: info@dipika.co.za