IMP: Revised Rules

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Hina

@hinz

Moderator

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Posted: 11 years ago

Hi All

The negativity on the forum is evident and for a new member to join the forum has become extremely difficult. We wonder why the forum rank has been decreasing when all we see these days is a tit for tat kind of game between the two fangroups... Veera, Ranvi, Gunjan and Baldev are all equally important to the show along with the supporting characters and so are their fans...As a genuine follower of the show, if I was to join the forum discussions today I'd be confused and put off with the ongoing issues and would first have to pick a side and make sure I stay loyal to it as well?

We totally understand that certain tracks may be frustrating and we encourage topics with healthy and constructive criticism to get through them but taking to unnecessary bashing of characters and derogatory remarks will only make the situation ugly. We appreciate a sense of humor. Sarcasm and play on words are common and fine as long as it does not cross the line over to rudeness/insult.

Dislike and criticism is okay but insulting/mocking comments with clear intention to put down in a derogatory manner isnt. We seldom see topics that are neutral and contain healthy discussions without favouring any one character. Is it so hard to agree to disagree?

Honestly, its not pleasant to see the forum divided into two sensitive fandoms that can't bear even the slightest comments made against their favourites and is a major turn off for the ardent followers of the show who like to discuss it as a whole...There are members who've quit the forum due to the utter intolerance that has taken over the discussions.One can surely express one's view but that needs to be made in a civil and respectful manner.

Kindly co operate with us so we are not forced to close down your threads and help promote positive and healthy discussions that will help with the forum rank and let us enjoy the show and forum in harmony.

Regards

Hina & Resham

Veera Development Team

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Below are a set of revised rules that we'd like the members to follow at all times from now on.

1. AT violations reminder: We have observed irrelevant spamming , discussing other fan groups or members, even occasional bashing of other characters. Do not post emoticons or one picture per post several times in a row just to increase post count/bump the thread , with no discussion just to finish 150 pages and open a new AT. AT is to be utilized to only appreciate the respective actor to whom the AT is dedicated to. Criticizing other characters can be done in discussion topics in the main forum.

For clarification, chit chat about irrelevant stuff in an AT should not be more than 5-6 pages in a thread. You have a Chat thread/forum to spam non AT stuff.AT admins are expected to report and keep chk on AT members violations, so the other genuine members are not penalized if we are forced to lock down in spite of warnings(PM/DT Note).

Hence forth, if we come across such reports , we will issue a 48 hour shut down . This warning applies to all the ATs in the forum.

We have also noticed a lot of individual topics appreciating actors...While we allow appreciation posts on special occasions, general appreciation can go in the respective ATs rather than separate topics.

2. Issues with Moderation : If the DT has posted a note in any thread, members are not to question the DT decision or assume they are biased or make rude comments that a particular DT is agent of other fan group in the forum.DT values a members freedom of speech. We DO NOT like posting warnings or locking topics unless there has been rules violation. It is nothing personal towards any member or fan group. All fan groups are equal to us. None is superior to the rest. If you have an issue with a decision, members are requested to PM and sort out the issue. If still unsatisfied with the answer then approach higher DT( CM/GM) to seek counsel.

3. Personal Attacks/Name calling/Bashing/Sarcasm : Of late there have been many issues with regards to character bashing.To defend one's favorite does not mean to put the other down. If you do it, there is no point expecting the other fan group to be courteous to your favorite. This also extends to calling other members / fan groups: bashers, haters , fanbots etc. All such name calling, targeting any specific fandom will result in WL raise with NO notice.

Excerpt from previous rules as a reminder:

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.

(Credit: MP_Radha & JA DT)

4. Comparison Posts : There has always been a law in India-forums TV shows sections. No comparisons between actors/TV shows/Characters BECAUSE they lead to silly fan-fights. In Veera forum there has been rampant Vishal is better Vs Shivin is superior OR Veera vs Gunjan comparisons. Enough!!! The show does not run due to one actor. Its a team work. Fighting among fan-groups , proving which actor is supreme is all moot. It is our show , our forum , our members. Be tolerant of fellow members views . Co exist peacefully with your likes & dislikes.

5. Stickies: The following sticky threads are there for a reason and we'd like you to make use of them, any topics more suited for the following threads will be merged without notice.

Frustration Thread- Discuss Here

ALL Spoilers- Discussions and Predictions # 2

Live Updates/ Episode Discussion Thread#1

6. 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.

7. VM and FF index: Members are advised to maintain an index for all their VMs and FFs. VMs are to be posted in one single thread instad of a new one each time. The title can be edited everytime to announce a new VM added to the collection.

We hope the above rules are followed from here onwards and if you have any queries or doubts regarding the above rules feel free to contact the Veera Dev Team via PM.

India-Forums.com- Participation Guidelines & Rules

Edited by hinz - 11 years ago