CODE OF ETHICS FOR BLOGGERS (Proposed on May 27, 2011)
Friends, here is the code of ethics proposed by Ujjwal Acharya( The Radiant Star ). You are free to give suggestions DOs: A blogger should honestly: Be honest and fair on what you write in your blog Write things that you believe to be truth Specify your source of information – credit to offline sources and link to online sources Specify clearly the use of any unconfirmed fact or information Avoid conflict of interest – clearly disclose your position including job, financial interest, affiliation and relationship if they related to the post OR maintain an detailed About Me page Clearly differentiate between advertisements and blog content Disclose clearly if an entry is posted sponsored or as advertisement or after accepting a payment or goods to write it Admit and correct mistakes as soon as possible but only with strikethrough or editorial note Allow comments to engage audience, allow different opinions and clearly state your moderation policy if any Show compassion for human being –...