Hyperlinking Policy

1. Purpose

This Hyperlinking Policy of Goa Human Rights Commission governs the inclusion of hyperlinks on the website and the conditions under which external websites may link to this website. The policy ensures transparency, protects the organization’s identity, and safeguards the interests of users who access linked resources.

2. Links to External Websites from This Website

At several locations on this website, links to other websites are provided for the information and convenience of users. Goa Human Rights Commission is not responsible for the contents and reliability of the linked websites and does not necessarily endorse the views expressed in them.

The following principles apply to all external links on this website:

Links to external sites are offered as a courtesy and do not constitute an endorsement of the content, products, or services of those sites.
The mere presence of a link should not be construed as any form of association, partnership, or affiliation.
The organization cannot guarantee that such linked websites will be available at all times.
Users are advised to verify the authenticity and credibility of linked websites before relying on their contents.
Outbound links shall be indicated visually and/or open in a new browser window where appropriate.

3. Links to This Website from Other Websites

We do not object to you linking directly to the information that is hosted on our website and no prior permission is required for the same. However, we would like you to inform us about any links provided to our website so that you can be informed of any changes or updations therein. Also, we do not permit our pages to be loaded into frames on your site. The pages belonging to our website must load into a newly opened browser window of the user.

3.1 Conditions for Linking to This Website

External parties are welcome to link directly to pages hosted on this website.
No prior permission is required to place a link to this website.
However, organizations or individuals linking to this website are requested to inform us, so that they may be notified of any changes or updates.
Pages of this website must not be loaded into frames, iframes, or embedded containers on third-party sites. Links must open the content in a new browser window or navigate the user to our domain directly.
The organization’s logo, emblem, or name shall not be used in a manner that implies sponsorship, endorsement, or affiliation without explicit written permission.
Linking parties shall not misrepresent, alter, or distort the content of this website.

4. Deep Linking

Deep linking to individual pages of this website is permitted, subject to the conditions stated above. However, URLs may change without prior notice, and the organization is not responsible for broken links on external websites resulting from such changes.

5. Restricted Linking

Links to the following types of external websites or content are not permitted on this website:

Websites containing unlawful, defamatory, obscene, or discriminatory content.
Websites promoting hatred, violence, or illegal activities.
Commercial advertisement or promotional websites, unless specifically authorized.
Websites whose contents may compromise the integrity, security, or reputation of the organization.
Phishing, malware-hosting, or otherwise malicious websites.

6. Link Verification and Maintenance

All external links on this website shall be periodically verified for availability and relevance.
Broken or inactive links shall be identified through automated tools on a monthly basis.
Broken links shall be repaired, replaced, or removed within seven working days of detection.
Links to government and authoritative sources shall be prioritized over commercial or unverified sources.

7. Approval Workflow for External Links

Requests to add external links on this website must be submitted to the Web Information Manager with justification.
The Web Information Manager shall verify the credibility, relevance, and compliance of the proposed link.
Approved links shall be added by the Web Team and logged in the CMS audit trail.
Any link found to violate this policy shall be removed immediately.

8. Disclaimer on Linked Content

Every user who accesses an external website through a link on this website does so at their own risk. Goa Human Rights Commission:

Does not control, monitor, or guarantee the information contained in linked websites.
Disclaims any liability for damages or losses arising from the use of, or reliance on, linked content.
Does not endorse products, services, or opinions expressed on linked websites unless explicitly stated.

9. Copyright and Intellectual Property

Material featured on this website may be reproduced free of charge after taking due permission by mailing to us. However, the material has to be reproduced accurately and not to be used in a derogatory manner or in a misleading context. Wherever the material is being published or issued to others, the source must be prominently acknowledged. The permission to reproduce this material does not extend to any material which is identified as being the copyright of a third party. Authorization to reproduce such material must be obtained from the departments or copyright holders concerned.

10. Contact

For queries, permissions, or to report broken or inappropriate links, please contact:
Web Information Manager
Goa Human Rights Commission
Email: sect-ghrc.goa@nic.in
Phone: 0832-2424031/2424032