Legal Disclaimer

Last Updated: December 16, 2025

Purpose of This Tool

The Dowry Calculator at DowryCalculator.films.name (the "Service" or "Website") is designed exclusively as an educational, awareness, and satirical tool to illustrate the harmful and dehumanizing nature of the dowry system. The primary purposes of this tool are to:

• Raise awareness about the illegality of dowry in India
• Educate users about the social, economic, and human costs of dowry practices
• Demonstrate the absurdity of assigning monetary value to human beings and relationships
• Encourage critical thinking and dialogue about marriage, gender equality, and social justice
• Promote compliance with Indian laws prohibiting dowry

This tool is NOT intended to:

• Provide actual dowry estimates or facilitate real dowry negotiations
• Encourage, promote, or normalize the practice of dowry
• Serve as financial, legal, or matrimonial advice
• Replace consultation with qualified professionals

No Legal or Financial Advice

The information provided on this Website is for general informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as, and should not be construed as, legal, financial, matrimonial, or professional advice of any kind.

• Not Legal Advice: While we reference the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961 and related laws, we are not a law firm, and this Website does not create an attorney-client relationship. For legal advice specific to your situation, consult a qualified attorney licensed to practice in your jurisdiction.
• Not Financial Advice: The amounts generated by the calculator are entirely fictional and should not be used for financial planning, budgeting, or any real-world monetary decisions.
• Not Matrimonial Services: We do not facilitate marriages, matchmaking, or any marriage-related transactions.

Any reliance you place on information from this Website is strictly at your own risk.

Accuracy and Completeness of Information

We strive to provide accurate, current, and helpful information on this Website. However:

• The content may contain errors, omissions, or outdated information
• Laws and regulations change over time, and we may not immediately reflect these changes
• The calculator uses a simplified algorithm and does not represent real-world dowry transactions (which are illegal in any case)
• Information is provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied

We make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy, completeness, reliability, suitability, or availability of the Website or the information contained herein.

Fictional Calculator Results

The amounts displayed by the dowry calculator are entirely fictional, algorithmic, and for illustrative purposes only. These figures:

• Are generated using arbitrary weight factors assigned by the Website creators
• Do not reflect real dowry transactions (which, again, are illegal)
• Should never be used as a basis for actual financial negotiations or expectations
• Are intentionally designed to be provocative and thought-provoking
• Include random variation to prevent formulaic predictability

Do not use the calculator results for any real-world purpose.

Opposition to Dowry

We want to be absolutely clear: DowryCalculator.films.name is fundamentally opposed to the practice of dowry in all its forms.

We created this tool to expose and critique the dowry system, not to support it. Any interpretation of this Website as promoting, endorsing, or facilitating dowry is contrary to our explicit mission and intent.

We strongly encourage all users to:

• Refuse to participate in dowry transactions, whether as givers or receivers
• Report dowry demands and harassment to appropriate authorities
• Support gender equality and women's rights
• Educate others about the illegality and harms of dowry

No Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, DowryCalculator.films.name, its creators, operators, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, consequential, special, or punitive damages arising out of or related to:

• Your use of or inability to use the Website
• Any decisions made based on information from the Website
• Any errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in the content
• Any unauthorized access to or alteration of your transmissions or data
• Any other matter relating to the Website or Service

This includes, but is not limited to, damages for loss of profits, data, use, goodwill, or other intangible losses, even if we have been advised of the possibility of such damages.

User Responsibility

By using this Website, you agree that:

• You will use the Service only for lawful, educational, and personal purposes
• You understand that dowry is illegal in India and many other jurisdictions
• You will not use the calculator to facilitate actual dowry transactions or negotiations
• You will not misrepresent the purpose or nature of this tool to others
• You accept full responsibility for your use of the information and tools provided
• You will comply with all applicable local, state, national, and international laws and regulations

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless DowryCalculator.films.name and its creators from any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or related to:

• Your use or misuse of the Website
• Your violation of these terms or any applicable laws
• Your violation of any rights of another person or entity

External Links

This Website may contain links to external websites or resources operated by third parties. These links are provided for convenience and informational purposes only. We do not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party sites or services.

Modification of Disclaimer

We reserve the right to modify or update this Disclaimer at any time without prior notice. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on the Website. Your continued use of the Service after any modifications constitutes your acceptance of the updated Disclaimer.

Severability

If any provision of this Disclaimer is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect to the maximum extent permitted by law.

Governing Law

This Disclaimer and your use of the Website are governed by the laws of India, without regard to its conflict of law provisions. Any disputes arising from or relating to this Disclaimer or the Website shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of India.

Acknowledgment

By using this Website, you acknowledge that:

• You have read and understood this Disclaimer
• You agree to be bound by its terms
• You understand that dowry is illegal and harmful
• You will use the Service responsibly and for educational purposes only

Contact

For questions or concerns about this Disclaimer, you may contact us through the information provided on this Website.

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