Terms and Conditions

Foundation RAHI - platform Terms and Conditions

Welcome to the official website of Foundation RAHI, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the legacy of the late artist Mansoor Rahi, supporting emerging artists, and fostering art, design, culture, and innovation in Pakistan. By accessing and using this website, you agree to comply with and be bound by the following Terms and Conditions. Please read these terms carefully.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions, as well as our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated herein by reference. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use this website.

2. About Foundation RAHI

Foundation RAHI is a non-profit organization established in memory of the renowned abstract cubist artist and art teacher, Mansoor Rahi. Our mission includes:

• Promoting the artistic legacy of Mansoor Rahi worldwide through discussions, exhibitions, and other initiatives.

• Supporting art students and artists through scholarships, grants, and promotional opportunities.

• Advancing arts, design, culture, and innovation in Pakistan.

• Preserving the artistic heritage of Mansoor Rahi, including his museum and studio.

3. Website Content

All content on this website, including but not limited to text, images, videos, logos, and other materials, is owned by or licensed to Foundation RAHI and is protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. You may access and view the content for personal, non-commercial, and informational purposes only.

4. Restrictions on Use of Images and Content

You are strictly prohibited from using any images, photographs of artwork, or other content presented on this website for any commercial purpose whatsoever. This includes, but is not limited to, reproduction, distribution, modification, display, or sale of the images or content for financial gain.

Any use of the images, photographs of artwork, or other content from this website for purposes other than personal, non-commercial viewing requires the express written permission of Foundation RAHI. To seek permission for any such use, please contact us through the contact information provided on the website, clearly outlining the intended use. Foundation RAHI reserves the right to grant or deny permission at its sole discretion.

5. Certificate of Authentication Service

Foundation RAHI may offer a service for the issuance of Certificates of Authentication for original artworks by Mansoor Rahi. The following terms apply specifically to this service:

• Requests for Certificates of Authentication must be submitted through the designated process outlined on the website.

• Applicants are responsible for providing accurate and complete information and any required documentation or images of the artwork.

• Foundation RAHI reserves the right to refuse any request for a Certificate of Authentication at its sole discretion.

• The issuance of a Certificate of Authentication is based on the Foundation's expert assessment and available information. While we strive for accuracy, the Certificate represents an opinion held at the time of issuance and does not constitute an absolute guarantee of authenticity.

• Fees may apply for the Certificate of Authentication service, as outlined on the website. These fees are non-refundable.

• Foundation RAHI shall not be liable for any loss or damage arising from the use of or reliance on a Certificate of Authentication.

6. User Conduct

When using this website, you agree not to:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose.

• Transmit any viruses, malware, or other harmful code.

• Interfere with or disrupt the operation of the website or the servers and networks connected to it.

• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to any part of the website or any accounts, computer systems, or networks connected to the website.

• Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone's use or enjoyment of the website.

• Impersonate any person or entity or falsely state or otherwise misrepresent your affiliation with a person or entity.

• Collect or store personal data about other users without their express consent.

7. Links to Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to third-party websites that are not owned or controlled by Foundation RAHI. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites. By using this website, you expressly relieve Foundation RAHI from any and all liability arising from your use of any third-party website.

8. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and its content are provided on an "as is" and "as available" basis without any warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, or accuracy. Foundation RAHI does not warrant that the website will be uninterrupted or error-free, that defects will be corrected, or that the website or the servers that make it available are free of viruses or other harmful components.

9. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, Foundation RAHI shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages (including, without limitation, damages for loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses) arising out of or relating to your use of or inability to use this16 website or the Certificate of Authentication service, even if Foundation RAHI has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

10. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Foundation RAHI, its trustees, officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys fees) arising out of or relating to your breach of these Terms and Conditions or your use of this website.

11. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia, United States, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. You agree that any legal action or proceeding arising out of or relating to these Terms and Conditions or your use of this website shall be brought exclusively in the state or federal courts located in Virginia, and you hereby irrevocably consent to the personal jurisdiction of such courts.

12. Changes to These Terms and Conditions

Foundation RAHI reserves the right to modify or revise these Terms and Conditions at any time without prior notice. Your continued use of the website following the posting of any changes constitutes your acceptance of those changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms and Conditions periodically for updates.

13. Entire Agreement

These Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and Foundation RAHI regarding your use of this website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous communications and proposals, whether oral or written, between you and Foundation RAHI.

14. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns about these Terms and Conditions or the website, please contact us through the contact information provided on the website.

Thank you for visiting the Foundation RAHI website and supporting our mission.