Bharat Vision Foundation (hereinafter referred to as “the Foundation”) is established as a non-profit, non-political, voluntary, humanitarian organization dedicated to sustainable development, social justice, environmental protection, and human well-being. Guided by the slogan “Saving Our Common Future”, the Foundation aligns its philosophy, programs, and governance with the Constitution of India and internationally recognized frameworks.

The Foundation recognizes the interdependence of environment, economy, society, and governance, and commits to ethical action, transparency, accountability, inclusion, and scientific temper.

1.1 Name: The organization shall be known as Bharat Vision Foundation.

1.2 Legal Nature: Non-profit, non-political, voluntary organization.

1.3 Area of Operation: Across India and lawful international collaborations.

1.4 Legal Status: Societies Act, 1860 / Trusts Act, 1882 / Section 8, Companies Act, 2013.

1.5 Jurisdiction: India-wide with compliant international collaborations.

2.1 National Laws & Policies:

• Constitution of India
• Income Tax Act, 1961 (12A/12AB, 80G)
• FCRA, 2010
• Companies Act, 2013 (CSR Rules)
• Disaster Management Act, 2005
• Environment Protection Act, 1986
• NEP 2020, National Health Policy
• POSH Act, RTE Act, JJ Act, RPWD Act

2.2 International Frameworks:

• UN Charter, UDHR
• UN SDGs (1–17)
• Paris Climate Agreement
• Sendai Framework
• CRC, CEDAW
• WHO One Health, ILO Conventions
• Convention on Biological Diversity

3.1 Vision: Equitable, resilient, inclusive and sustainable society.

3.2 Mission: Integrated development protecting nature and human dignity.

3.3 Core Values:

• A. Sustainability & Intergenerational Equity
• B. Transparency & Accountability
• C. Social Justice & Inclusion
• D. Gender Equity
• E. Scientific & Evidence-Based Action
• F. Compassion & Humanitarian Ethics

Clause 4.1: Hydro-Governance & Climate Adaptation

• Water conservation and watershed management
• Climate-resilient livelihoods
• Community-based adaptation

Clause 4.2: Techno-Entrepreneurial & Livelihood Incubator

• Incubation hubs and MSMEs
• Green & social enterprises
• Skill certification and market linkages

Clause 4.3: Digital Pedagogy & Cognitive Equity

• Inclusive education & digital literacy
• Bridging digital divide

Clause 4.4: Affirmative Action & Social Inclusion

Clause 4.5: Gender-Responsive Socio-Economic Policy

Clause 4.6: Child Development & Sovereignty

Clause 4.7: Universal Health Coverage & Bio-Sanitation

Clause 4.8: Senior Citizen Welfare & Social Security

Clause 4.9: One Health, Animal Welfare & Bio-Safety

Clause 4.10: Disaster Risk Reduction & Rapid Relief

5.1 Governing Body: President, Vice-President, Independent Director, Secretary, Joint Secretary, Treasurer, Members.

5.2 Powers & Functions: G. Policy oversight, H. Project & budget approval, I. Legal & ethical compliance.

5.3 Committees: Finance & Audit, Ethics & POSH, Program Monitoring.

6.1 Membership: Voluntary and non-discriminatory.

6.2 Volunteers & Staff: Ethical standards mandatory.

6.3 Capacity Building: Continuous training ensured.

M. Lawful funds (donations, grants, CSR)

N. Double-entry accounting

O. Annual statutory audit

P. Public disclosure & transparency

8.1 Code of Ethics: Integrity and respect for human rights.

8.2 Conflict of Interest: Mandatory disclosure; zero tolerance.

8.3 Safeguarding: Zero tolerance to abuse or discrimination.

9.1 Monitoring: Outcome-based evaluation & social audits.

9.2 Reporting: Annual and donor reports; public disclosure.

Q. Outcome evaluation, R. Social audit, S. Stakeholder reporting

10.1 Amendments by two-thirds majority.

10.2 Dissolution as per law; assets to similar NGO.

11.1 Legal compliance mandatory.

11.2 Asset transfer on dissolution as per law.

11.3 Adoption & enforcement upon approval.

Declaration: Members adopt this Constitution.

Slogan: Saving Our Common Future