Fine Arts Gurukul (“We”, “Us”, or “Our”) is committed to maintaining honesty, integrity, and respect in all learning environments across:
-
Pencil & Chai
-
Junior Pencil & Chai
-
Sampratishta School of Fine Arts & Design
1. Our Approach
Art and design learning involves observation, inspiration, and exploration of existing ideas. We encourage:
-
Open exchange of ideas
-
Research and referencing
-
Collaborative learning
At the same time, all students must:
-
Acknowledge the work and ideas of others
-
Present their own original work honestly
2. Responsibility
Both faculty and students share responsibility for maintaining ethical standards.
-
Faculty are expected to guide and uphold best practices
-
Students are responsible for honesty in all submissions and creative work
3. Academic & Creative Integrity
All work submitted for:
-
Assessments
-
Portfolio development
-
Exhibitions or public sharing
must reflect the student’s own effort, skill, and understanding, unless explicitly stated otherwise.
4. What Constitutes Misconduct
a. Cheating
Includes:
-
Submitting work created by someone else
-
Copying during assessments
-
Using unauthorized materials
-
Reusing old work without permission
-
Misuse of devices during evaluations
b. Plagiarism
Includes:
-
Copying ideas, text, or visuals without credit
-
Using reference images or designs without acknowledgment
-
Presenting another’s work as your own
-
Improper or missing attribution
Plagiarism applies to all formats:
-
Drawings
-
Paintings
-
Digital work
-
Written submissions
c. Unauthorized Collaboration (Syndication)
-
Submitting group work as individual work
-
Not acknowledging contributions
-
Copying from peers
Collaboration is allowed only when clearly permitted and credited
5. Guidelines for Ethical Practice
Students are expected to:
-
Acknowledge all references and inspirations
-
Clearly state their role in collaborative work
-
Use proper attribution where applicable
-
Seek guidance when unsure
-
Maintain originality in all submissions
6. Consequences of Violation
Violation of this policy may result in:
-
Assignment rejection
-
Academic penalties
-
Failure in a module
-
Suspension or removal from the program
Fine Arts Gurukul reserves the right to take appropriate disciplinary action.
7. Clarifications
Students are encouraged to speak with:
-
Faculty
-
Course leaders
-
Academic support team
for any guidance related to ethical practices.