Ethics Policy WhatIfScience.in Our Commitment At WhatIfScience.in, we are committed to responsible, transparent, and ethical journalism. Our platform explores science, space, unexplained phenomena, future possibilities, and speculative ideas — but always with integrity, clarity, and respect for facts, readers, and scientific inquiry. This Ethics Policy outlines the principles that guide our editorial decisions, content creation, and publishing practices. 1. Accuracy and Responsibility We strive to ensure that all information published on WhatIfScience.in is accurate, well-researched, and responsibly presented. When covering speculative or hypothetical topics, we clearly distinguish between established facts, scientific theories, and speculation. Historical events, scientific discoveries, and research findings are referenced using credible sources wherever possible. Errors, if identified, are corrected promptly and transparently. 2. Speculative and “What If” Content WhatIfScience.in is built around curiosity-driven exploration. As such: Speculative articles are clearly framed as thought experiments or theoretical discussions, not confirmed truths. Headlines may be intriguing, but the body content provides context, limitations, and scientific grounding. We avoid presenting fictional or unverified claims as proven scientific facts. 3. Editorial Independence Our editorial decisions are independent and free from external influence, including advertisers, sponsors, or political entities. Sponsored content, if ever published, will be clearly labeled to maintain transparency. No advertiser or third party influences our scientific conclusions or editorial tone. 4. Source Transparency We prioritize open-source scientific data, peer-reviewed studies, official reports, and expert commentary. When discussing controversial or debated topics, we present multiple perspectives where relevant. References and sources are provided at the end of articles when appropriate for reader verification. 5. AI-Assisted Content Ethics AI tools may be used to assist with research, structuring, or drafting content. Every article is reviewed, edited, and refined by a human editor to ensure originality, clarity, and ethical compliance. We do not publish fully automated, unreviewed, or misleading AI-generated content. 6. No Misinformation or Harmful Content WhatIfScience.in does not support or promote: Pseudoscience presented as fact Health or medical advice without scientific consensus Fear-mongering or sensationalism designed to mislead Conspiracy theories lacking credible evidence All content is created with the goal of informing, not alarming. 7. Respect for Readers We respect our audience’s intelligence and curiosity. Content is written in clear, accessible language, avoiding unnecessary jargon. We do not manipulate emotions through deceptive headlines or misleading imagery. 8. Ethical Use of Images and Media Images are used to enhance understanding or visual appeal, not to misrepresent facts. Illustrative or conceptual images are used responsibly, especially for speculative topics. We respect copyright laws and use properly licensed or generated visuals. 9. Plagiarism and Originality All content published on WhatIfScience.in is original. Plagiarism, content scraping, or unauthorized reproduction of others’ work is strictly prohibited. Proper credit is given when referencing ideas, research, or publicly available information. 10. Corrections and Accountability If factual errors are discovered, corrections are made as quickly as possible. Readers may report errors or concerns via our contact page. We value feedback and view accountability as essential to trust. 11. Evolving Standards Science evolves — and so do ethical standards. This Ethics Policy is reviewed and updated periodically to reflect best practices in digital publishing and science communication. Continued compliance with Google News and Google Discover content policies is a priority. Contact For ethical concerns, corrections, or editorial questions, please contact us through the official contact page of WhatIfScience.in. WhatIfScience.in Exploring curiosity responsibly. Questioning the universe with integrity.