Terms and Conditions of Use

The Smithsonian image and text files on this Web Site depict many architectural, archaeological, and garden sites in Pakistan and other parts of the Indian Subcontinent. They are designed to illustrate the written and audio materials included on the Web Site Gardens of the Mughal Empire: www.mughalgardens.org. Captions are included with each image. Please enjoy these images subject to the terms and conditions set forth below.

Use of Content from this Web Site

Access to and use of text, artwork, photographs, and other files on this Web Site are subject to the following terms and conditions:

All Content Is Protected by Copyright Laws:
Software, documentation, electronic text and image files, audio and video clips, and other materials are protected by copyright laws and may be covered by other restrictions as well. The Smithsonian Institution retains all rights, including copyright, in data, image, text, and any other information contained in these files. Copyrights and other proprietary rights in the material on this Web Site may also be owned by individuals and entities other than, and in addition to, the Smithsonian Institution. Smithsonian expressly prohibits the copying of any protected materials on this Web Site, except for the purposes of fair use as defined in the copyright laws and as described below.

Fair Use Is Permitted:
Fair use of copyrighted material includes the use of protected materials for non-commercial educational purposes, such as teaching, scholarship, research, criticism, commentary, and news reporting. Unless otherwise noted, users who wish to download or print text and image files from this Web Site for such uses may do so without Smithsonian's express permission, provided that they comply with any additional terms or restrictions which may be applicable to the individual file, image, or program. Users must cite the author and source of this material as they would material from any printed work; the citation should include the URL www.mughalgardens.org. By downloading, printing, or otherwise using text and image files from this Web Site, users agree that they will limit their use of such files to fair use and will not violate Smithsonian's or any other party's proprietary rights. The Smithsonian does not warrant that use of the Materials displayed on the Web Site will not infringe the rights of third parties not owned by or affiliated with the Smithsonian.

Commercial Use Is Restricted:
Unauthorized commercial publication or exploitation of Smithsonian's files is specifically prohibited. Anyone wishing to use any of these files or images for commercial use, publication, or any purpose other than fair use as defined by law, must request and receive prior written permission from Smithsonian Productions by sending an e-mail request to: lschneider@spro.si.edu. Permission for such use is granted on a case-by-case basis at the sole discretion of Smithsonian. A usage fee may be involved depending on the type and nature of the proposed use.

Trademarks:
Many of the trademarks, service marks, and logos (collectively, the "Trademarks") displayed on the Web Site, including "Smithsonian Institution" and the sunburst logo, are registered and/or unregistered trademarks of the Smithsonian Institution. The trademarks of third parties may also be displayed on this Web Site. Nothing contained in this Web Site should be construed as granting, by implication or otherwise, any license or right to use any Trademarks displayed on the Site without the express written permission of the Smithsonian or any third party that may own the Trademarks displayed on the Site. Any unauthorized use of the Trademarks or any other Materials, except as authorized in these Terms and Conditions, is strictly prohibited.

Disclaimer:
The Materials on the Site are provided "AS IS" WITHOUT A WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, AND/OR NON-INFRINGEMENT. The Smithsonian assumes no responsibility, and shall not be liable, for any damage to or viruses that may infect your computer equipment or other property on account of your use of the Site or your downloading of any Materials from the Site. Any links to other Web sites have been included for the convenience of the viewer; Smithsonian assumes no responsibility for the content of the material contained on those Web sites, and the viewer should consult the terms and conditions of those sites before using any of their materials.

Frequently Asked Questions and Answers

May I put unaltered images or text from this Web Site on a file server at my school or museum?

Yes, if there is no charge for the user and if electronic distribution is of
limited term and to your school or museum only. The images must remain
unaltered. All of the accompanying caption information must be included
without alteration, and the citation should include the URL specified above.

May I put unaltered images or text from this Web Site on my personal Web site?

Yes, so long as the site takes in no advertisements and no sponsors,
does not charge a fee for services, and does not offer any product or
service for sale. The images must remain unaltered, and all of the
accompanying caption information must be included without alteration.

May I put images or text from this Web Site on a CD-ROM?

No, unless permission has been obtained in advance.

May I print selected images or text excerpts from this Web Site for a school report?

Yes, if it is a personal or academic work, and not for publication in any
medium. The images must remain unaltered, and all of the accompanying caption information must be included without alteration. This type of use is encouraged; all other forms of publication are expressly prohibited.

How do I obtain permission for other forms of publication?

Anyone wishing to use the Materials from this Web Site for purposes other than as authorized herein must obtain prior written approval. Permission for such use is granted on a case-by-case basis at the sole discretion of the Smithsonian. A usage fee may be charged depending on the nature of the proposed use.For images or text reproduced on this Site, in their entirety or as details, contact: Laura T. Schneider, Smithsonian Productions, MAH BB40, Smithsonian Institution, 12th & Constitution, N.W., Washington, D.C. 20560-0645; or e-mail: lschneider@spro.si.edu.