Terms of Use

Austria Vienna Puja Non-Refund Policy & Legal Disclaimer

Section 1: Organizational Status
Austria Vienna Puja operates as a non-profit spiritual guidance service under Directive 2006/112/EC on the Common System of Value Added Tax. All contributions received through Brahmin Dakshina (ritual offerings) constitute voluntary support for spiritual activities rather than commercial transactions. This website provides free informational resources and cultural preservation services without generating profit.

Section 2: Brahmin Dakshina Nature
2.1 Ritual contributions maintain their sacred character as Vedic offerings rather than purchased services.
2.2 Per ancient Sanatana Dharma principles, Dakshina becomes irrevocable upon acceptance by ordained Brahmin practitioners.
2.3 No portion of contributions may be reclaimed through refunds, credits, or financial adjustments under any circumstances.

Section 3: Absolute Non-Refund Policy
3.1 Medical Emergencies: Contributions remain non-refundable during hospitalizations, health crises, or medical contraindications.
3.2 Force Majeure: Natural disasters, travel restrictions, or geopolitical events do not nullify Dakshina commitments.
3.3 Personal Circumstances: Life changes including relocation, financial hardship, or schedule conflicts cannot alter completed offerings.

Section 4: Tax Exempt Status
4.1 Per EU VAT Directive Article 132(1)(m), spiritual services qualify for full tax exemption.
4.2 Contributors receive no commercial invoices but may request ritual participation certificates.

Section 5: Health Disclaimer
5.1 Vedic rituals complement but never replace medical treatment.
5.2 Participants must maintain all prescribed healthcare regimens.
5.3 No therapeutic claims are made regarding physical/mental conditions.

Section 6: Technical Provisions
6.1 While employing 128-bit encryption and HTTPS protocols, we assume no liability for:

  • Connection failures

  • Data transmission errors

  • Third-party infrastructure issues

Section 7: Binding Agreement
By initiating any Dakshina transaction, you irrevocably:
7.1 Acknowledge the non-commercial ritual nature of contributions
7.2 Waive all refund rights under civil/commercial codes
7.3 Accept full personal responsibility for technical participation aspects

This policy last updated: 18 April 2025.

Legal Contact:

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Austria Vienna Puja Legal Framework & Ritual Protocol
Operative at: www[dot]austriaviennapuja[dot]com

Section 1: Legal Foundations
1.1 Austrian Constitutional Protections

  • Protected under 1867 Basic Law (Articles 14-15) for religious freedom

  • Compliant with 1998 Law on Religious Confessional Communities §11

  • Exempt from VAT per EU Directive 2006/112/EC Article 132(1)(m)

1.2 Tax Compliance

  • §34-35 Bundesabgabenordnung: Non-profit tax exemption

  • 2023 Non-Profit Reform Act §7(2): Ritual offerings excluded from commercial income

Section 2: Brahmin Dakshina Doctrine
2.1 Sacred Definition
Dakshina constitutes a Vedic ritual offering to sustain Dharma traditions – not a commercial payment.

2.2 Shastric References

  • Rig Veda X.117.6: “Flowing waters never return upstream”

  • Manusmriti VIII.209: “Retrieving offerings incurs ancestral karma”

  • Yajnavalkya Smriti II.74: “As fire cannot unburn, Dakshina cannot be reclaimed”

2.3 Binding Nature

  • All contributions become irrevocable upon transfer completion

  • No refunds permitted for any reason – medical, technical, or personal

Section 3: Service Limitations
3.1 Non-Medical Practice

  • Operators(Hindu Priests) are NOT licensed under Austrian Ärztegesetz 1998

  • Does NOT provide:

    • Medical diagnosis

    • Psychiatric treatment

    • Therapeutic interventions

3.2 Health Requirements

  • Participants must maintain all doctor-prescribed treatments

  • Immediate medical attention required for health emergencies

Section 5: Technical Disclaimers & Limitations
5.1 Website Functionality

  • Austria Vienna Puja provides this website on an “as is” and “as available” basis

  • No guarantees regarding website accessibility, continuity, or reliability

  • We reserve the right to suspend or discontinue any aspect of the website without notice

5.2 Digital Security

  • Despite implementing security measures, we accept no responsibility for:

    • Computer viruses or malware

    • Data breaches outside our direct control

    • Technical vulnerabilities affecting user devices

    • Digital transmission errors or corrupted data

5.3 Third-Party Content

  • We bear no liability for:

    • Content on externally linked websites

    • Third-party applications integrated with our services

    • User-generated content or communications

    • External payment processors or service providers

5.4 Limitation of Liability

  • Austria Vienna Puja and its operators expressly disclaim all liability for:

    • Direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages

    • Lost data, profits, or opportunity

    • Technical failures or service interruptions

    • Any harm arising from use of or inability to use this website

Section 6: Binding User Agreement
By participating, you irrevocably:

  1. Waive chargeback rights under Payment Services Act 2018 §45b

  2. Accept spiritual nature per EU Consumer Rights Directive 2011/83 Art.3(k)

  3. Release all commercial service expectations

  4. Assume all risks associated with digital interactions

 

Section 7: Legal Safeguards

7.1 Anti-Harassment and False Accusation Protections

7.1.1 Austria Vienna Puja operates as a tax-exempt non-profit spiritual service under applicable Austrian and EU regulations.

7.1.2 Our organization is protected under Austrian Penal Code §107c which criminalizes “Persistent harassment involving telecommunication or computer systems” with penalties of up to three years imprisonment in severe cases.

7.1.3 False accusations regarding tax compliance may constitute offenses under the Austrian Financial Penal Act (FinStrG), particularly §33 relating to tax fraud or §34 relating to negligent reduction of taxes.

7.1.4 Attempting to coerce refunds or payments by threatening false reports to tax or regulatory authorities constitutes a form of extortion potentially punishable under §144 of the Austrian Criminal Code.

7.2 Documentation and Reporting Procedures

7.2.1 All threatening communications, coercion attempts, or harassment instances are documented with digital timestamps and preserved in their original form as potential evidence.

7.2.2 All financial transactions, including Brahmin Dakshina contributions, are properly documented in accordance with Austrian non-profit accounting standards.

7.2.3 Serious cases involving cyber harassment, extortion attempts, or false accusations will be referred to appropriate Austrian authorities, including the Bundeskriminalamt’s cybercrime division when applicable.

7.2.4 Austria Vienna Puja reserves the right to pursue all available legal remedies against individuals who make false accusations or threats with intent to cause financial, operational, or reputational harm.

7.3 Financial Status Protection

7.3.1 As a non-profit spiritual service provider, our organization follows all applicable tax exemption requirements under Austrian tax law and EU regulations, including compliance with VAT Directive 2006/112/EC Article 132(1)(m).

7.3.2 All Brahmin Dakshina contributions are properly managed according to their spiritual nature and in compliance with applicable non-profit regulations.

7.3.3 Any individual who attempts to extract unwarranted refunds or payments through threats, false reporting, or harassment will be deemed in violation of these Terms of Use and subject to the legal protections outlined herein.

Last Updated: 18 April 2025
Legal Contact:

Hindu Priest in Austria