5.1 Nature of Content
Astitva — The Art Quake is a multi-disciplinary public art festival that intentionally engages with difficult, uncomfortable, and socially complex themes. The festival’s art forms — including short films, stand-up comedy, poetry, arts exhibitions, seminars, and dance — address the following social themes:
- Child Protection
- Gender Equality
- Male Advocacy
- Sexuality
- Disability
- Mental Health
- Discrimination & Harassment, including Bullying & Bias and Gender Based Violence
Content on this website and at the event may include references to trauma, violence, abuse, discrimination, mental illness, suicide, sexual identity, and other sensitive subjects. This content is presented with artistic and educational intent.
5.2 Content Warnings
We are committed to providing content warnings before material that may be distressing. Specific programme items that contain graphic depictions or discussions of trauma will be flagged in advance. We encourage all attendees to exercise personal discretion.
If at any point during the event you feel distressed, please speak to a member of the Astitva team. We will have trained personnel available during the event.
5.3 Not Professional Advice
Nothing on this website or in any Astitva programme constitutes professional legal, medical, psychological, or therapeutic advice. Content addressing mental health, legal rights, disability, or other sensitive topics is presented for awareness and artistic reflection only.
If you are personally affected by any of the themes addressed at Astitva, we encourage you to seek support from a qualified professional.
5.4 Third-Party Views
Astitva may feature guest speakers, performers, comedians, poets, and artists whose views and creative expressions are their own. The inclusion of any individual or work in the festival does not constitute endorsement of their personal views by Samabhavana or the Astitva team.
5.5 Accuracy of Information
We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of statistics, citations, and factual claims published on astitvaartquake.in. However, we do not guarantee the completeness or current accuracy of all information. If you identify an error, please contact us at info@astitvaartquake.in
5.6 Age Advisory
Some programme elements at Astitva — The Art Quake are intended for adult audiences. We recommend that attendees below the age of 18 be accompanied by a parent or guardian. Specific programme items with adult content advisories will be clearly labelled in the event programme.