Privacy Policy & Terms of Use – chhatri.org

Effective Date: 31.12.2025
Last Updated: 02.01.2026

chhatri.org is committed to protecting the privacy, dignity, and fundamental rights of its users. This Privacy Policy explains how personal information is collected, used, protected, and processed in accordance with the laws of Bangladesh, relevant constitutional protections, and applicable international legal standards.

By accessing or using this website, you agree to the terms of this Privacy Policy.

1. Legal Status and Constitutional Position of the Platform

chhatri.org is not a government, state, or official public authority website. It is an independent, people-driven, non-governmental civic platform operating under the broader civic framework of Jatiya.org.

The legitimacy of this platform does not arise from executive authority or state delegation, but from popular sovereignty, constitutional freedoms, and the lawful exercise of citizens’ rights.

1.1 Constitutional Foundation as a People’s Platform

Popular Sovereignty – Article 7(1)

Under Article 7(1) of the Constitution of the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, all power in the Republic belongs to the people. This provision affirms the right of citizens—particularly workers (chhatri)—to organise, associate, communicate, and collectively pursue lawful objectives in the public interest.

chhatri.org operates as an expression of this constitutional principle, enabling workers to unite, deliberate, and act within a lawful, peaceful, and rights-based framework.

1.2 Fundamental Rights as Legal Authority

The platform derives its authority from fundamental rights guaranteed by the Constitution, including: Article 31 – Equal protection of law. Article 32 – Right to life, dignity, and personal liberty. Article 39 – Freedom of thought, conscience, speech, and expression. Article 43 – Right to privacy of correspondence and communication. These rights empower citizens to create independent digital platforms without state sponsorship, provided they act lawfully and respect the rights of others.

1.3 Non-Governmental and Non-Official Nature

chhatri.org : Does not represent the Government of Bangladesh. Does not exercise executive, legislative, or judicial authority. Does not issue legally binding state decisions. Does not replace or interfere with public institutions. All activities are voluntary, civic, and participatory. Any opinions, initiatives, or organisational structures reflect the collective civic voice of workers—not official state policy.

1.4 Legal Compliance Without State Authority

Although non-governmental, chhatri.org fully complies with applicable national laws, including: Information and Communication Technology Act, Digital Security Act (as applicable to platform security), Contract Act and relevant civil law principles, Compliance ensures legality and accountability without conferring state power or official status.

1.5 Privacy and Data Protection in a Civic Context

As a people’s platform, chhatri.org treats privacy as a constitutional and human right, not an administrative formality. Personal data is handled: With informed consent, For lawful, transparent purposes. Without political surveillance or commercial exploitation

The platform does not collect data on behalf of the state and does not share data with authorities except where required by lawful court order and constitutional due process.

1.6 Democratic Participation Without State Control

Any internal leadership selection, consultations, digital voting, or policy discussions conducted on chhatri.org are: Organisational and non-binding. Based on voluntary participation. Protected by freedom of association and expression. These processes do not constitute public elections or state functions. chhatri.org exists to strengthen workers’ rights awareness, civic unity, and constitutional accountability—not to function as a government authority.

2. International Standards and Principles

Sramik.org aligns its data protection practices with internationally recognised standards, including:

2.1 Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)

Article 12 – Right to Privacy
Privacy is treated as an inherent human right, protected against arbitrary interference.

2.2 International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR)

Sramik.org aligns with Article 17, ensuring lawful, non-arbitrary data handling and due process.

2.3 GDPR Principles (Best Practice)

Adopted voluntarily where they enhance protection: Lawfulness, Fairness, Transparency, Purpose limitation, Data minimisation, Accuracy,Integrity and confidentiality.

2.4 Higher Standard Principle

Where international standards provide stronger protection, chhatri.org applies the higher standard, provided it does not conflict with mandatory Bangladesh law.

3. Information We Collect

Sramik.org adopts a restricted, necessity-based data collection model.

3.1 Personal Identification Information

Name, occupation, contact details (with consent only).

3.2 Membership and Registration Data

Used for internal participation and organisational integrity only.

3.3 Voluntary Communications

Messages or submissions are confidential and purpose-limited.

3.4 Technical Data

IP address, browser type, device data—used solely for security.

3.5 Sensitive Data

Not collected unless legally required, lawfully justified, and explicitly consented.

4. Purpose of Data Collection

Data is used strictly for: Member registration and verification. Organisational communication. Internal democratic processes. Platform security. Legal and constitutional compliance

Explicitly prohibited:
Political manipulation, surveillance, commercial monetisation, or profiling.

5. Data Protection and Security

Sramik.org applies: Secure servers and encryption. Role-based restricted access. Regular monitoring and risk assessments. All data handlers are bound by confidentiality and legal responsibility.

6. Data Sharing and Disclosure

Does not sell, trade, or rent data. Discloses data only when: Required by law or court order. Necessary for constitutional rights or public interest. Explicit user consent is given. All disclosures follow due process, necessity, and proportionality.

7. User Rights

Users have the right to: Access their data, Correct inaccuracies, Request deletion (subject to law), Withdraw consent, Lodge complaints. No retaliation or disadvantage applies for exercising these rights.

8. Data Retention

Data is retained only as long as necessary and securely deleted when no longer required.

9. Cross-Border Data Considerations

If data is processed outside Bangladesh, chhatri.org ensures: Adequate legal safeguards. Compliance with international norms. No violation of national sovereignty

10. Children and Vulnerable Persons

No data is knowingly collected from minors without lawful consent. Enhanced protections apply to vulnerable individuals. No surveillance, targeting, or retaliation is permitted

11. Policy Updates

This policy may be updated to reflect legal or operational changes. Updates are published with a revised effective date and applied prospectively.

12. Contact and Complaints

Platform: chhatri.org
Parent Civic Framework: Jatiya.org
Email: member@chhatri.org

All matters are handled in accordance with Bangladesh law, constitutional protections, and international human rights standards.

Our Commitment

Sramik.org affirms that privacy is a constitutional and human right, not a privilege.

Copyright Notice & Intellectual Property Protection

© 2025–2026 chhatri.org. All rights reserved.

All content, concepts, designs, civic models, documentation, and original materials are the intellectual property of chhatri.org, unless otherwise stated.

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Unauthorised use may result in civil and legal action under national and international law.