Originally posted by: LizzieBennet
There will be no allowances given for the use of nicknames, unless it is a nickname that is already being used in the show. Regardless of whether the term being used is as a form of entertainment or abuse, it will not be allowed. The use of nicknames/fun names is very much subjective and what one member considered a name to be fair use may not be taken in the same manner by others.
We are trying to uphold guidelines that are fair for all people and those that are inclusive, while promoting respectful language towards all fellow members. The language that you use on the forum plays a huge role in this.
Each of us is unique and what one of us may feel about a particular situation / character may not apply to everyone else. Which is why we have made a blanket rule to disallow any kind of labelling/nicknames towards characters (in addition to real people) in order to avoid bringing in negativity &/or being unknowingly triggering for someone in the forum/ discussions.
This applies to name-calling or labelling a character as well.
That is not to say you cannot bash/ criticize or call out a character's actions.
For eg. If I mess up somewhere and say "I am stupid" - that is labelling myself based on my one-time action of messing up. But if I say, "I did such a stupid thing," that is calling out my action and not labelling me as 'stupid' for eternity.
What I'm trying to say is - focus on the actions and not the character.
When you call Rajeev a bigamist or rapist, you are focusing on the person and not his action of bigamy or adultery.
Instead you can say something like:
Rajeev has committed bigamy/ adultery which is a punishable offense according to Indian Penal Code. He should be in jail.
Remember, shows are all about interpretation. What you may interpret something as may not necessarily be true for someone else. I'm not saying this applies for this particular example, but just pointing out there could be other ambiguous scenarios that could sway opinions one way or the other and polarize the verdict.
Additionally, labelling not just causes negativity against a character but also sets expectations on their future behaviour and that leads to stereotyping and imagined scenarios which can further sour the mood in the forum for people who are attached to the show &/or the character/s.
All we are doing is trying to be inclusive and to make this a safe space for everyone to express their opinions without feeling judged/ shamed or belittled.
That being said, calling out fan groups for supporting a character you hate is absolutely not okay.
I hope that makes things somewhat clear.
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