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Thanks Priya Di for this post.

I agree, it is the responsiblity of the parents to see what their kids are doing? becoming a motw is not a crime,and their is no restriction on age as well, age has never been as issue on IF. If a kid spends time on net, with parent's approval, then we have no say in it. we can keep an eye on them, so they don't get into trouble coz of their age. In the New hi-tech world, the kids are getting more mature at an early stage of life. so, they come parallel to the ppl in their 20s.

as for flirting, if both parties are enjoying that flirting, and is not crossing the limits of IF CoC, then we can keep an on them, but can't tell them to stop it.

So, enjoy the forum, keep it clean, lets not bring age or other stuff here, as what the kids are doing on and offline, it is not the responsiblity of IF Development team, it is the responsiblity of their parents. If u see a young age member going wrong way, explain them ur point of view, but PLEASE don't force them to follow you. it is their life, and they have the right to live it according to their wishes. 😊

Sorry Priya as a parent myself I don't agree some points here... and I can see Those who agreed here are except Barnali Di are not parents themselve,so they don't understand what we were trying to say ystday...

Since they don't understand No point to explain our views...

Kavita, members do not come to IF as "children" or "adults" or "parents". They come here as "members" and between them there is no barrier or bias at all. If you, as a parent, chose to impose some restrictions on your children, that is entirely your prerogative as a parent, within your home.

But it is not necessary that your neighbour, who is also a parent, need to agree with your parenting skills or views. Does that mean you are right and your neighbour is wrong??

The issue here is not of a PARENT or CHILD. The issue here is members.

Thanks Priya for the post.

It was indeed required. We as members cannot decide who joins in at what age . I believe it is under the jurisdiction of the members & their family.As regards to giving advises, yes why not- advises can be given; but why in a open thread.Whosoever feel like giving advice can directly contact the member on PM and advice to hearts content. It is then on the member then to decide whether he or she need to be adviced or not.

From what I have seen in SRGMP forum, some of our younger members behave far more maturedly in their thinking and actions than do many older members.

MOTW thread to meant to know the member on the HOT SEAT better. So questions are asked based on members age and ability .

Flirting - well I personally feel the amount of flirting has drastically dropped from what it was....and I haven't yet seen any serious flirting issues here in the last one month. Saying things like Sameer fans are flirting too much I think is rather rude. Again that is my POV.

Thanks.

Originally posted by: s.priya

Kavita, members do not come to IF as "children" or "adults" or "parents". They come here as "members" and between them there is no barrier or bias at all. If you, as a parent, chose to impose some restrictions on your children, that is entirely your prerogative as a parent, within your home.

The issue here is not of a PARENT or CHILD. The issue here is members.

I am sorry priya.. you are a lawyer youself right.. the answer this

but the IF rules and the US law say something different and should not we try to enforce it once we know the kid is less than 13 yrs???

The Federal Trade Commission's Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA) requires that Web Sites are to obtain parental consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information from children under 13. If you are below 13 then you can NOT use this forum. Do NOT register if you are below the age of 13.

http://www.india-forums.com/registration_rules.asp?FID=98

http://www.india-forums.com/registration_rules.asp?FID=98

Kavita, everything is to be read in proper perspective.

Please read the next sentence

"By registering to use this forum you meet the above criteria and agree to abide by all of the above rules and policies."

There is a sufficient notice put up at the stage of registration. After this, by clicking on the Accept button the member has chosen to accept this condition and has then registered here.

Please also read the clause clearly -
obtain parental consent before collecting, using, or disclosing personal information from children under 13

IF is neither collecting, nor using, nor disclosing any personal information from children below the age of 13. Sitting on a MOTW does not mean India Forums is collecting PERSONAL INFORMATION from children.

I cant take any sides..... both are correct in their positions 😕

Originally posted by: s.priya

Self policing is the best policy.

Great point! 👏 Though I think if you are close to a younger member and concerned about something about their behavior, you can point it out to them and then let them be as everyone's responsible for their own actions.

Originally posted by: s.priya

IF is neither collecting, nor using, nor disclosing any personal information from children below the age of 13. Sitting on a MOTW does not mean India Forums is collecting PERSONAL INFORMATION from children.

Thanks for explantion Priya...

I was assured that snowflakes MOTW is well monitored and is under control...

and I read that one of the member asked her set of Questions and one question was - DO YOU HAVE A CRIMINAL RECORD?? do you think it is suitable question to ask a 12 year old kid?? I sent PM to Bhaskar, Barnali di about this.

Priya this is definition of personal information as defined by the Federal Trade Commission's Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA


8) PERSONAL INFORMATION.—The term "personal information" means individually identifiable information about an individual collected online, including—

(A) a first and last name;

(B) a home or other physical address including street name and name of a city or town;

(C) an e-mail address;

(D) a telephone number;

(E) a Social Security number;

(F) any other identifier that the Commission determines permits the physical or online contacting of a specific individual; or

(G) information concerning the child or the parents of that child that the website collects online from the child and combines with an identifier described in this paragraph.

link http://www.ftc.gov/ogc/coppa1.htm

and priya this is definition of personal info
so are you saying taht none of this info is collected

your rule says in bold
If you are below 13 then you can NOT use this forum. Do NOT register if you are below the age of 13.

i think that puts all ambiguity to rest, we have a plain and simple rule here

Originally posted by: uknaik99

Priya this is definition of personal information as defined by the Federal Trade Commission's Children's Online Privacy Protection Act of 1998 (COPPA


8) PERSONAL INFORMATION.—The term "personal information" means individually identifiable information about an individual collected online, including—

(A) a first and last name;

(B) a home or other physical address including street name and name of a city or town;

(C) an e-mail address;

(D) a telephone number;

(E) a Social Security number;

(F) any other identifier that the Commission determines permits the physical or online contacting of a specific individual; or

(G) information concerning the child or the parents of that child that the website collects online from the child and combines with an identifier described in this paragraph.

link http://www.ftc.gov/ogc/coppa1.htm

and priya this is definition of personal info
so are you saying taht none of this info is collected

In which part of India forums do we exchange such information?

I have not yet shared my phone number address,social security number with any member close or far. A forum that had atleast 150,000 regular members and 50,000 MIS probably, do u think they have time to go collecting all these information just for the heck of it?

..and the resposibility of every child is the prime concern of the child's parents.They should be aware what their children are up to. In the rules and regulations pages guidelines are stipulated,it is understood the members read it before registering.

How can a forum be held responsible if members register who are lying about their age? Now if the forum requests age proof, it is a violation of personal information .Then what is one to do or why? this is a clean site with healthy information and opinions. This is not a social service cell or a shady site.