Copyright Policy

Last Updated: June 2026

Welcome to Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform, owned and operated by DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED. This Copyright Policy explains the ownership, protection, and lawful use of intellectual property, digital resources, educational content, and associated materials made available through our website, applications, and services.

DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED respects intellectual property rights and expects users, visitors, students, educators, and third parties to do the same. This Copyright Policy should be read together with our Terms and Conditions, Privacy Policy, Disclaimer Policy, Refund and Cancellation Policy, and other applicable policies.

Copyright Ownership

Unless otherwise stated, all intellectual property rights, copyrights, and proprietary interests relating to Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform are owned by DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED or its licensors and content providers.

All rights not expressly granted under this policy remain reserved.

Copyright rights.
Database rights.
Software rights.
Design rights.
Trademark rights.
Brand identity rights.
Compilation rights.
Digital content rights.

Intellectual Property Rights

All educational resources, digital assets, and associated materials available through Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform are protected under applicable intellectual property laws and international principles relating to copyrights, trademarks, and proprietary rights.

Access to the platform does not transfer ownership or grant any rights beyond those specifically permitted under applicable policies.

Users acknowledge that intellectual property protection is essential for maintaining quality educational resources and encouraging innovation and content development.

Protected Materials

Without limitation, the following materials are protected under applicable copyright and intellectual property laws:

Website content and layouts.
Mobile applications and software systems.
Digital libraries and databases.
PDF books and educational resources.
Chapter-wise solutions and notes.
Question banks and practice materials.
MCQ modules and assessment resources.
Audio learning resources and audio books.
Video lectures and multimedia content.
Artificial Intelligence assisted educational resources.
Graphics, icons, illustrations, and designs.
Logos, brand elements, and trademarks.
Source code, algorithms, and software components.
Research materials and compilations.
User interface designs and layouts.
Text content and written materials.
Downloaded and offline educational resources.

Brand Identity Protection

The names DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED, Digital Education Board India, and Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform, including associated logos, symbols, designs, and visual identities, constitute valuable intellectual property and brand assets.

Unauthorized use, imitation, reproduction, modification, or representation that may create confusion regarding ownership or affiliation is strictly prohibited.

Brand names are protected.
Logos and visual identities are protected.
Design elements are protected.
Commercial misuse is prohibited.
Unauthorized representation is prohibited.

Educational Purpose and Fair Use Considerations

The educational resources made available through Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform are intended solely for lawful educational and personal learning purposes. Limited usage rights granted to users do not constitute transfer of ownership or unrestricted reproduction rights.

Any use beyond the scope expressly permitted by DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED may require prior written authorization.

Reservation of Rights

DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED expressly reserves all rights, remedies, and protections available under applicable copyright laws, trademark laws, intellectual property laws, and related legal provisions.

Nothing contained in this Copyright Policy shall be interpreted as granting ownership rights, licenses, or permissions except where specifically stated.

User License

Subject to compliance with applicable laws and platform policies, DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED grants users a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, and revocable license to access and use educational resources available through Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform.

This license is intended solely for personal, non-commercial, and lawful educational purposes. Users are not granted ownership rights over any content, software, or intellectual property available on the platform.

Limited access rights are granted.
Ownership rights remain with DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED or respective licensors.
Commercial exploitation is prohibited.
Access rights may be modified or revoked in accordance with applicable policies.

Permitted Uses

Users may utilize educational resources exclusively for lawful educational activities and self-learning purposes. The following activities are generally permitted within the scope of authorized usage:

Reading educational resources.
Studying digital content.
Accessing question banks and practice materials.
Using AI-assisted educational tools.
Listening to audio learning resources.
Downloading authorized offline content.
Bookmarking and revising educational materials.
Accessing premium content through valid subscriptions.

Permitted use does not include unrestricted copying, commercial utilization, or redistribution of content.

Prohibited Activities

Users agree not to engage in activities that violate copyright laws, intellectual property rights, or platform policies. Unauthorized activities may result in account suspension and legal action where appropriate.

Copying or reproducing content without authorization.
Redistributing educational materials.
Commercial resale of content.
Uploading copyrighted resources to third-party platforms.
Sharing premium subscriptions with unauthorized users.
Extracting databases or bulk downloading content.
Reverse engineering software systems.
Removing copyright notices or proprietary marks.
Using content for unlawful purposes.

Offline Content Protection

Certain educational resources may be made available for offline access to enhance convenience and accessibility. Offline availability does not imply transfer of ownership or unrestricted usage rights.

Downloaded educational resources remain protected by copyright and intellectual property laws.

Offline content remains protected.
Unauthorized sharing is prohibited.
Downloaded resources may remain subject to subscription limitations.
Offline access does not constitute ownership.

Educational Usage Limitations

Educational resources are intended to support learning and academic development. Users shall not interpret access rights as permission to reproduce, modify, publish, or commercially exploit content beyond the scope of personal educational use.

Institutional, commercial, or large-scale usage may require prior written authorization from DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED.

Download and Storage Restrictions

Users may only download or store content through authorized mechanisms provided by the platform. Unauthorized methods of extraction, duplication, or mass storage are prohibited.

Bulk downloading is prohibited.
Automated extraction tools are prohibited.
Unauthorized archival and storage are prohibited.
Bypassing platform restrictions is prohibited.

Screen Recording and Redistribution Restrictions

Users shall not record, capture, duplicate, distribute, transmit, broadcast, or publicly share educational resources made available through Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform without prior written permission.

The following activities are prohibited:

Screen recording premium content.
Recording audio learning materials.
Publishing content on social media platforms.
Uploading content to video-sharing websites.
Redistributing PDF books and question banks.
Commercial use of educational resources.
Sharing content through messaging applications or cloud storage services.

Subscription-Based Content Protection

Premium educational services and subscription-based resources are protected digital assets. Access is provided only to authorized users with valid subscriptions.

Unauthorized sharing of login credentials, subscription misuse, or attempts to circumvent access restrictions may lead to suspension, termination, and legal remedies under applicable laws.

Data Extraction and Automated Access Restrictions

Users shall not employ automated tools, bots, crawlers, scripts, scraping technologies, or artificial mechanisms to collect, extract, reproduce, or systematically access content available on the platform.

Unauthorized extraction of databases, metadata, question banks, or educational resources is strictly prohibited and may constitute infringement of intellectual property rights.

Copyright Infringement Reporting

DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects all users, educators, institutions, and third parties to do the same. If any person believes that copyrighted material has been copied, reproduced, distributed, or used in a manner that infringes intellectual property rights, such concerns may be reported to us through official communication channels.

We are committed to reviewing genuine complaints and taking appropriate actions wherever reasonably necessary and legally justified.

Unauthorized copying complaints.
Illegal redistribution complaints.
Trademark misuse complaints.
Unauthorized publication concerns.
Digital piracy reporting.
Copyright ownership disputes.

Notice and Takedown Procedures

Where appropriate, DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED may investigate reported copyright violations and take suitable measures in accordance with applicable laws and internal policies.

Depending upon the nature and seriousness of violations, the following actions may be undertaken:

Content review and verification.
Temporary content restriction.
Removal of infringing materials.
Account warnings.
Suspension of user access.
Permanent account termination.
Initiation of legal remedies where appropriate.

Third-Party Content

Certain educational resources, references, images, links, videos, or information available through Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform may originate from third-party sources. Ownership of such third-party materials remains with their respective owners and licensors.

DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED does not claim ownership over materials that belong to third parties unless expressly stated.

Users are expected to respect the intellectual property rights of all third-party owners and utilize such materials only in accordance with applicable laws and permissions.

User Generated Content

Where users are permitted to submit feedback, comments, suggestions, reviews, or other materials, users retain ownership of their original submissions. However, by voluntarily submitting such content, users grant DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED a non-exclusive, royalty-free, worldwide license to use, reproduce, display, modify, and publish such materials for operational, educational, and service improvement purposes.

Users represent and warrant that their submissions do not infringe upon the rights of any third party and comply with applicable laws.

Trademark Protection

The names, logos, symbols, visual identities, and distinctive brand elements associated with DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED, Digital Education Board India, and Shikshayam – Digital Learning Platform are valuable intellectual property assets and may be protected under applicable trademark laws.

Without prior written authorization, users and third parties shall not:

Use our trademarks for commercial purposes.
Imitate our logos or designs.
Create confusingly similar brands.
Misrepresent affiliations or partnerships.
Use brand identities in a misleading manner.

Enforcement and Legal Action

DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED reserves all rights and remedies available under applicable copyright laws, trademark laws, intellectual property laws, and other legal provisions.

In cases involving serious violations, piracy, commercial exploitation, unauthorized redistribution, or misuse of protected materials, we reserve the right to pursue appropriate legal remedies.

Available remedies may include:

Issuance of warnings and notices.
Restriction or suspension of accounts.
Permanent termination of access.
Removal of unauthorized content.
Claims for damages and compensation.
Injunctions and legal proceedings.
Cooperation with law enforcement authorities.

No Waiver of Rights

Failure to enforce any provision of this Copyright Policy on a particular occasion shall not constitute a waiver of any rights available to DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED under applicable laws.

All intellectual property rights and legal protections remain fully reserved and enforceable.

International Principles and Applicable Laws

This Copyright Policy is intended to operate consistently with applicable intellectual property principles and copyright laws. Users are expected to respect copyright protections regardless of geographical location and jurisdiction.

Nothing contained in this policy shall limit any rights available to DEBI EDUCATION (OPC) PRIVATE LIMITED under applicable laws, treaties, or legal doctrines relating to intellectual property protection.