Do Dil Bandhe Ek Dori Se- Rules

Hello Do Dil Bandhe Ek Dori Se Forum Members,
Please go through the Code of Conduct  for IF and IF new Participation Guidelines  as well which is in effect at all times in addition to the following rules.

Introduce Yourself : As members join every day, rather than cluttering the forum with "Hi I'm New Here" threads, please introduce yourself in a single  intro thread  Members Introduction 

Help Desk :  Please post all questions/queries regarding the show, the forum, actors or characters etc. in the  Help Desk . Rather than posting new topics asking for something, all questions can be directed there and a fellow member will reply to your query.

Updates: Updaters are volunteers who take time out of their busy life to provide one. In case the written update is not posted on any particular day, please be patient for the back-up updater to fill in.Do not post topics demanding updates. Also, do appreciate the updater's efforts by 'liking' them and post a comment to encourage them if possible.

 If you want to do written update for the show any particular day then please PM the respective updater a day in advance & take their permission so that the updater's efforts don't go in vain. Anyone posting the updates without DT permission, post will be trashed.

Organizing Contest/Activities: If you want to organize any Contest/Activities in the section please consult with the Dev Team & take their permission. Don't post any contest or conduct any activities without taking DT's permission.

New Topics : Members are requested that before posting a new topic, please check at least 2-3 pages back to see if a similar topic has been posted. This reduces the number of repetitive posts. Repeated threads may be closed, and you will be directed to existing discussion thread. 

Chatting/Spamming/One Liners : Chatting , spamming and one liner topics are not allowed. Topics posted on the forum are for the purpose of discussing so stick to the topic at hand. Threads that no longer serve that purpose will be closed. Posting just to say "Thanks", "tfs" , "agree" , using emoticons only etc. is also a form of spamming and instead, use  the "like" button to express your gratitude if you have nothing to say .

 Advertising: Posting videos from other competing sites as well as anything that contains a logo/link are not allowed and will be trashed.

 Caps: Posting in CAPS is considered shouting and is therefore not allowed.

 No Comments: Threads that say "No Comments" on them such as the Article Archive/Picture Gallery/etc. mean only those items are allowed. Any comments found will be trashed.

 Quoting Posts: Don't quote long posts especially when it messes up the coding which makes it look bad. If you want to reply to someone use the @ format like @membername, @B: & so on.

Creations/Signatures : All creations (siggies/avis) are to be posted in  DDBEDS Creations Gallery  Signature size are to be 550x500 max. Members are allowed to use three  550x500 siggies as well as one small siggy. To know more in details you can read ATTN: Signature/Avatar Size - Guidelines of Avatar & Signature Section.

 Please don't carry any signatures which are provoking or instigating any fan group or indirectly making fun of any member , actor or character .If DT finds any member carrying such siggy ,then the profile of the member will be edited to remove the offensive siggy and the member will be sent an official warning PM for it . All hate speech signatures will receive immediate warning level raise.

 Multiple IDs : Members are permitted to have one ID only. Those found using another ID will have it banned immediately along with the raise in their warning level in their original id.

If members are found guilty of making MIDs to bash other members, creative, actors, characters or advertise other websites; be assured of facing severe DT action such as straight ban in worst cases.

 Articles: All articles should be posted here  DDBEDS Articles Archieves. Also, when posting articles, refrain from copy pasting the articles from rival sites. Additionally When posting articles from TellyBuzz, post the link only, rather than copying+pasting  the whole article.

Pictures: All pictures  of the cast must be posted in the DDBEDS Pictures Gallery . Unless they are caps related to the show (epi caps, SBS/SBB/interview caps) or from an event during the course of the show (i.e. they perform in an awards show etc), they are to be posted in the picture gallery only. What is NOT allowed to be posted in the forum is, pictures from the cast's previous shows or their personal pictures which would violate their privacy.

Appreciation Threads: ATs of the cast/characters are allowed, but keep in mind no bashing or discussion about other actors is allowed in them.  If any AT is seen to breach the rules, there will be consequences including permanent AT closure. Also take the DT permission before opening the ATs.

 Language: Please refrain from using swear words like 'W*F, WTH, What the Fish, BS, F words etc.  . IF is a public forum where we have members of all ages come to read and discuss their favorite shows .Please do maintain decorum of the forum. We want to invite members here not drive them away with usage of inappropriate language. 

 Comparison : Topics/Polls comparing two actors, shows, or anything that can lead to fights are not allowed. Any thread found doing so will be closed immediately and a PM warning will be sent.

 TRP threads: Members are allowed to discuss performance of TRPs released weekly in a dedicated thread.Comparisons of numbers between shows in the same time slot will be allowed provided its limited to this thread and there is no unnecessary bashing of other shows.

Bashing/Name Calling/Personal Attacks/Sarcasm

 Bashing or any types of name calling towards a member/actor/character are not allowed. It is offensive as well as disrespectful and can hurt the sentiments of the person/fan groups it is directed at. Anyone found doing so will receive a warning.

 Criticism towards a character and the plot are allowed and can be discussed .

 India-Forums allow freedom of expression and so everyone has the right to speak out and give their POV, but keep in mind, you do not cross lines and get personal in heat of argument. If you disagree with a Topic Maker's opinion , simply state your own POV saying "I disagree with you for so and so reason" instead of saying "Just stop your nonsense" , "change channels" etc which comes under personal attack. If you cannot be civil in a discussion, please ignore that thread, and find another thread to discuss your views.

 Making indirect attacks on a Member's family or upbringing or questioning their qualification in a particular field during a heated debate just because their views are different than yours will not be tolerated.

 Bashing vs. Constructive Criticism

Bashing: an act of verbal abuse or the use of foul language that can be provocative or offensive!

Constructive Criticism: any feedback that is purely intended to improve someone else's work in future endeavors! India-forums.com Code of Conduct strictly forbids members from bashing celebrities, the characters they portray on screen and fellow members! This includes the use of foul language, as well as any personal remarks, i.e. how the actor looks like, as they have no control over it! We welcome members to share their constructive criticism on the absurdity of the series' story line and character, as well as to discuss the actor's talents, however, please refrain from engaging in any kind of bashing, which may have severe consequences.

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No Moral Policing: Please refrain from engaging in any moral policing in the forum. India Forums platform allows everyone to express their opinions freely within the COC and respectable limitations. Members have the freedom to express their own perspective, which may contradict someone else's POV. 

 Privacy : Posting Email addresses or Private information about the cast of the show or members of this forum is not allowed.

 Actor's Private life: Any discussion about an actor's life, specifically their past or personal lives issues is strictly prohibited. Discussion of events/articles with valid source post the show launch will only be allowed. Remember we are here to discuss their show not engage in gossip about their private lives, which we have no right to interfere in. We will strive to keep reel and real separate.

 Fan Fictions/ OS : At all times the most recent rules of the Fan Fiction forum apply to your creative works. Please refer to the plagiarism, graphic mature content & blog rules  *Fan Fiction Forum Rules & Regulations* and get familiar before you start posting your creations.

Don't open multiple threads for writing your single FF or OS parts unless the thread completes 150 pages . When the forum traffic activity increases in near future, then Dev team will be shifting the FF/OS threads to the Fan Fiction section once it crosses 30 pages. Rest assured Writers will get advance notice, when we decide to start moving them.

 Issues on External Sites: Please keep away all issues on Twitter, Facebook or blogs away from India Forums. This means that ALL topics which involve members, personal lives of actors, anything that may lead to chaos, they WILL be closed.  

Please see the site admin's note on this concern: External Content from Social Networking Sites

 Last but not the least : If you find anyone violating any of the rules, please use the  button and refrain from replying back directly as it can add fuel to the fire. Keep in mind that DT cannot be here 24/7 as they too have their personal life. Please allow a reasonable time frame of at least 24 hours before escalating the issue and PMing a moderator. 

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