a) Commitment to Accuracy:
At SabkuchDekho.com, we are dedicated to providing accurate information across all our content. We take rigorous steps to ensure this accuracy by:
- Investigating claims with skepticism.
- Questioning assumptions.
- Challenging conventional wisdom.
b) Commitment to Due Accuracy:
We strive for due accuracy in all our outputs. The term ‘due’ means that the accuracy must be appropriate for the content, considering the subject and nature of the information. We explicitly mention any constraints that could impact the accuracy of our reporting.
c) Sources and Transparency:
All content, where applicable, must be well-sourced, based on available evidence, and corroborated. We aim to be honest and transparent about what we do not know, avoiding unfounded speculation.
d) No Plagiarism or Distortion:
- Our journalists never deliberately plagiarize or distort facts.
- This includes ensuring that visual content is not misleading or altered out of context.
e) Verification of Claims:
We actively seek independent verification from credible sources to confirm any claims, allegations, or information, particularly those made by public officials or individuals with an agenda beyond reporting the truth. Any claims that cannot be corroborated will be attributed and carefully qualified.
f) Commitment to Corrections:
We stand by the information we publish but, if proven incorrect, we will correct it as quickly as possible. We do not deliberately mislead our audiences or present fabricated material. Serious factual errors are corrected quickly, clearly, and with full transparency.
g) Reporting Inaccuracies:
We provide a fair opportunity for the public to report any inaccuracies via the ‘Suggest A Correction’ section at the end of every web story published.
h) Editorial Responsibility:
The primary responsibility of our journalists is to report, write, and fact-check stories. These stories undergo editorial review before publication. SabkuchDekho.com employs a multi-level fact-checking structure, especially for complex or sensitive stories. The seniority of editors reviewing a story is determined by factors like complexity, sensitivity, and time pressure.
Correction Policies at SabkuchDekho.com
While SabkuchDekho.com is committed to accuracy and excellence, we acknowledge that occasional errors may occur. When errors do happen, we take full responsibility and maintain transparency to ensure that incorrect information does not spread.
For Readers:
If a reader spots an error, they should contact the Editor-in-Chief directly via email or other means:
Email: sabkuchdekho@gmail.com
Subject: Correction Needed
- A correction is only considered official once the reader contacts the Editor-in-Chief directly. Corrections submitted to other staff members may not be addressed in a timely manner.
- For email or mail submissions, readers should include:
- The correction details.
- The date or issue number of the article.
- The location of the error (whether it was online, print, etc.).
- Their contact details (name, phone number, or email).
- The correct information with a reliable source (e.g., meeting minutes if a vote tally is wrong).
For SabkuchDekho.com:
Once the Editor-in-Chief is informed of an error, they will investigate using the information provided by the reader and any other available sources, including reporter’s recordings and meeting minutes.
If the error is confirmed:
- Print: Corrections will be published in the next issue on Page 2A, along with details of the article and the correction.
- Online: The article will be updated, with an editor’s note at the bottom to specify what was corrected and when.
- Social Media: If the article was shared on social media platforms (e.g., Facebook, Twitter), we will post a link to the corrected article and mention the correction.
After the correction is made, the Editor-in-Chief will contact the reader who submitted the correction, informing them of the steps taken to resolve the issue.
This Fact-Checking Policy ensures that SabkuchDekho.com maintains transparency, accuracy, and accountability, while providing readers a platform to contribute to content correction when necessary.