Welcome to TAALIM SHIKSHA EDUCATION TRUST

1. PURPOSE OF FOUNDER MEMBERSHIP

1.1 Taalim Shiksha Education Trust seeks to build a committed group of Founder Members who can contribute to the Trust's long-term development, educational programmes, institutional growth and Pan-India expansion. 1.2 Founder Members are expected to contribute their time, knowledge, experience, skills, professional network and voluntary efforts, according to their capacity and availability. 1.3 Founder Members shall form the Trust's long-term pool from which eligible persons may subsequently be considered for various leadership and management responsibilities of the Trust.

2. TENURE OF FOUNDER MEMBERSHIP

2.1 Founder Membership is intended to be lifetime membership, subject to the Registered Trust Deed, this Agreement and applicable law. 2.2 Founder Membership shall continue during the lifetime of the Founder Member unless the Founder Member: • voluntarily resigns; • becomes disqualified under applicable law; • is removed or terminated in accordance with the Registered Trust Deed and this Agreement; or • otherwise ceases to be a Founder Member in accordance with the governing documents of the Trust. 2.3 Founder Membership is voluntary in nature and does not constitute employment, partnership, agency, ownership, shareholding or any beneficial interest in the Trust.

3. ROLE OF FOUNDER MEMBERS

Founder Members may support the Trust in areas including: a. educational programmes and student support; b. identification and verification of deserving beneficiaries; c. Connect with school for partnership with trust, so that trust can support school students. d. volunteer development; e. donor and institutional engagement; f. CSR and institutional partnerships; g. fundraising support, subject to Trust policies; h. community outreach; i. development of State and District networks; j. Pan-India expansion; k. professional and technical support; l. programme development and implementation; and m. any other lawful activity supporting the charitable objectives of the Trust. Founder Members may also provide suggestions and recommendations concerning the development and expansion of the Trust.

4. FOUNDER MEMBERS AS THE FUTURE LEADERSHIP POOL

4.1 Founder Members shall constitute a long-term pool of individuals who may be considered for future leadership responsibilities within the Trust. 4.2 From among eligible Founder Members, the Trust may, from time to time, appoint persons to various committees, leadership positions or functional responsibilities. 4.3 Selection shall be based on the requirements of the Trust and may take into consideration: • commitment to the Trust's objectives; • active participation; • integrity and conduct; • experience and professional expertise; • leadership capability; • availability; • geographical requirements; • contribution to Trust activities; and • ability to support the Trust's long-term objectives. 4.4 Founder Membership does not automatically guarantee any committee position, office, trusteeship or leadership responsibility.

5. PAN-INDIA MANAGING COMMITTEE

5.1 The Trust may constitute a Pan-India Managing Committee comprising up to 11 members, subject to the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law. 5.2 Eligible Founder Members may be considered for appointment to the Pan-India Managing Committee. 5.3 Appointment to the Pan-India Managing Committee shall be made through a separate formal appointment/resolution of the competent authority of the Trust. 5.4 Founder Membership itself shall not constitute appointment to the Pan-India Managing Committee. 5.5 Membership of the Pan-India Managing Committee may carry a defined tenure, responsibilities and reporting requirements as determined by the Trust. 5.6 Completion, expiry or removal from a Managing Committee position shall not automatically terminate Founder Membership.

6. STATE AND DISTRICT COMMITTEES

6.1 The Trust may establish State, District, City, Block or other geographical committees or coordination structures as required for its Pan-India operations. 6.2 Eligible Founder Members may be considered for appointment to such committees. 6.3 Appointment to a State, District or other committee shall be made separately in accordance with the governance process of the Trust. 6.4 Such positions may have a defined tenure and responsibilities. 6.5 Appointment to a State or District Committee shall not automatically make the individual a Trustee or Managing Committee member unless separately appointed in accordance with the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law.

TRUSTEESHIP

7.1 Founder Membership and Trusteeship are separate statuses. 7.2 Becoming a Founder Member does not automatically make an individual a Trustee of the Trust. 7.3 An eligible Founder Member may be considered for appointment as a Trustee where such appointment is permitted by the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law. 7.4 Any appointment as Trustee shall be made through a separate formal appointment process and/or resolution. 7.5 No Founder Member shall represent himself/herself as a Trustee merely by virtue of being a Founder Member

8. RIGHTS OF A FOUNDER MEMBER

Subject to the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law, a Founder Member may: a. participate voluntarily in Trust activities; b. provide suggestions and recommendations; c. participate in programmes and initiatives; d. support the Trust's Pan-India expansion; e. contribute professional knowledge and experience; f. support school, donor, volunteer and institutional engagement; g. be considered for future leadership responsibilities; and h. participate in Founder Member meetings or consultations when invited by the Trust.

9. LIMITATION OF FOUNDER MEMBER RIGHTS

Founder Membership does not by itself confer: • ownership of Trust assets; • shareholding; • profit-sharing rights; • beneficial interest in Trust property; • automatic trusteeship; • automatic membership of the Managing Committee; • automatic membership of any State or District Committee; • authority to operate Trust bank accounts; • authority to issue receipts on behalf of the Trust; • authority to collect donations without written authorisation; • authority to enter into contracts on behalf of the Trust; • authority to borrow or lend money on behalf of the Trust; • authority to appoint employees or vendors on behalf of the Trust; or • authority to create any financial, contractual or legal liability for the Trust.

10. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE FOUNDER MEMBER

The Founder Member shall endeavour to: a. uphold the vision, mission, objectives and values of the Trust; b. act with honesty, integrity and dignity; c. actively participate in Trust activities according to his/her capacity; d. protect the reputation and legitimate interests of the Trust; e. maintain confidentiality; f. disclose any actual or potential conflict of interest; g. comply with the Registered Trust Deed and applicable laws; h. comply with lawful decisions and policies of the Trust; i. avoid unauthorised commitments on behalf of the Trust; j. use the Trust's name and resources responsibly; and k. cooperate with the Trust in its charitable and educational activities.

11. ACTIVE PARTICIPATION AND INACTIVITY

11.1 Founder Membership is intended for individuals who remain meaningfully associated with and contribute to the activities and objectives of the Trust. 11.2 If a Founder Member does not participate actively in the activities or initiatives of the Trust for a continuous period, the Trust may issue up to three information/reminder communications requesting the Founder Member to resume active participation. 11.3 Such communications may be sent through the Founder Member's registered email address and/or registered mobile/phone number available in the Trust's records. 11.4 If the Founder Member remains inactive despite three such communications, the Trust may terminate the Founder Membership in accordance with the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law. 11.5 The Trust shall maintain appropriate records of such communications and the decision taken regarding the membership. 11.6 Where appropriate, the Founder Member may be provided an opportunity to explain the circumstances of inactivity before a final decision is taken. ________________________________________

12. FOUNDER MEMBERSHIP CONTRIBUTION

12.1 The Founder Member shall pay a one-time Founder Membership Contribution of ₹11,000/- (Rupees Eleven Thousand only). 12.2 The contribution shall be paid through the payment mechanism authorised by the Trust. 12.3 The Founder Membership Contribution is non-refundable and shall not carry any interest or return, including in the event of resignation or termination of Founder Membership. 12.4 The Founder Membership Contribution does not represent: • purchase of ownership; • investment; • shareholding; • profit participation; • consideration for employment; • consideration for trusteeship; • consideration for appointment to any committee; or • any claim over Trust assets. 12.5 The Trust shall account for the Founder Membership Contribution in accordance with its applicable accounting and tax procedures. 12.6 Any receipt or tax document relating to the contribution shall be issued only in accordance with applicable law and the Trust's compliance procedures.

13. NO PERSONAL FINANCIAL BENEFIT

13.1 Founder Membership shall not create any personal financial benefit or ownership interest in favour of the Founder Member. 13.2 A Founder Member shall not have any personal claim over the income, funds, property or assets of the Trust merely by virtue of Founder Membership. 13.3 On resignation or termination, the Founder Member shall have no claim over the Trust's assets or funds. 14. AUTHORITY TO REPRESENT THE TRUST 14.1 A Founder Member shall not represent himself/herself as an authorised signatory, Trustee, office bearer or authorised representative of the Trust unless such authority has been separately granted in writing. 14.2 Without written authority, a Founder Member shall not: • sign agreements on behalf of the Trust; • collect donations; • issue receipts; • operate Trust bank accounts; • borrow or lend money; • incur financial liabilities; • appoint employees or vendors; • make commitments to donors, schools, beneficiaries or institutions; or • otherwise bind the Trust legally or financially. 14.3 Any Founder Member who acts without authority shall be responsible, to the extent permitted by applicable law, for consequences arising from such unauthorised action.

14. 4 DONOR PAYMENTS AND CASH COLLECTION

As per the Registered Trust Deed and the financial procedures of the Trust, no Founder Member shall accept, collect or retain any cash donation or other cash payment from any donor on behalf of the Trust. All donations and payments shall be made directly through authorised online/digital payment modes into the official bank account of Taalim Shiksha Education Trust. Founder Members shall not use their personal bank accounts, wallets or other personal payment channels for receiving Trust donations.

15. CONFIDENTIALITY

15.1 The Founder Member shall maintain confidentiality of information received through association with the Trust. 15.2 Confidential information may include beneficiary information, student records, donor information, financial information, internal reports, investigation matters, internal communications, passwords, unpublished plans and other information identified as confidential. 15.3 Such information shall not be disclosed or misused without appropriate authorisation or where disclosure is required by law. 15.4 Confidentiality obligations shall continue after resignation or termination to the extent applicable under law.

16. CONFLICT OF INTEREST

16.1 The Founder Member shall disclose any actual, potential or perceived conflict of interest relating to Trust activities. 16.2 A Founder Member shall not use his/her position for personal financial gain or improper benefit to any person or organisation. 16.3 Where required, the Founder Member may be asked to abstain from participation in a relevant decision or activity.

17. USE OF TRUST NAME, LOGO AND INFORMATION

17.1 The name, logo, letterhead, registration details, PAN, NGO Darpan details, bank details, certificates and other official information of the Trust shall be used only for authorised Trust purposes. 17.2 No Founder Member shall use the Trust's identity for personal, commercial, political or unauthorised purposes. 17.3 Public statements on behalf of the Trust shall be made only by authorised persons.

18. VOLUNTARY NATURE AND EXPENSES

18.1 Founder Members shall ordinarily serve the Trust in a voluntary capacity. 18.2 Founder Membership does not create any entitlement to salary, commission, profit, honorarium or other personal financial benefit. 18.3 Expenses incurred on behalf of the Trust shall be reimbursed only where properly authorised and supported by appropriate records.

19. RESIGNATION

19.1 A Founder Member may resign by providing written communication to the Trust. 19.2 Resignation may be communicated through the registered email address or another officially recognised communication channel. 19.3 Upon resignation, the Founder Member shall cease representing himself/herself as a Founder Member and shall return Trust property or documents, where applicable. 19.4 The Founder Membership Contribution shall not be refundable upon resignation.

20. TERMINATION OF FOUNDER MEMBERSHIP

20.1 Founder Membership may be terminated in accordance with the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law, including in circumstances involving: a. continued inactivity after the process under Clause 11; b. fraud or dishonesty; c. misappropriation or misuse of Trust funds or property; d. unauthorised financial or legal commitments; e. misuse of the Trust's name or identity; f. serious breach of this Agreement; g. conduct materially prejudicial to the objectives or legitimate interests of the Trust; h. materially false information; i. concealment of a material conflict of interest; or j. unlawful acts connected with the Trust. 20.2 Except where immediate protective action is reasonably necessary or otherwise permitted by the Registered Trust Deed or applicable law, the Founder Member may be given an opportunity to respond before a final termination decision. 20.3 Where necessary to protect the Trust, its beneficiaries, funds, reputation or records, the Trust may temporarily suspend a Founder Member's access or authority pending review, subject to the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law.

21. COMMUNICATION

21.1 The Founder Member agrees that the Trust may communicate through the contact details provided during registration. 21.2 Official communications may be sent through: • registered email; • registered mobile/phone; • SMS or other electronic communication; • Trust website/portal; or • physical communication where considered necessary. 21.3 The Founder Member shall keep the registered contact details updated. 21.4 Communication sent to the latest registered email address or mobile/phone number available in the Trust's records may be treated as communication to the Founder Member, subject to applicable law.

22. FOUNDER MEMBER REGISTER – Online or Off line

22.1 The Trust shall maintain an appropriate Founder Member Register. 22.2 The register may contain: • Founder Member name; • Founder Member ID; • date of appointment; • contact details; • payment details; • membership status; • committee or leadership position, if separately appointed; and • other information required for administration and compliance. 22.3 The Trust may issue a Founder Member ID card/certificate or electronic certificate

3. ELECTRONIC ACCEPTANCE

23.1 The Trust may provide this Agreement through its official website or authorised electronic platform. 23.2 The Founder Member may accept this Agreement electronically by completing the prescribed registration process and selecting “I Agree & Accept.” 23.3 The electronic record may contain the Founder Member's name, email address, mobile number, date and time of acceptance, payment reference and other relevant system-generated information. 23.4 Such electronic acceptance may constitute evidence of the Founder Member's acceptance, subject to applicable law and evidentiary requirements. 23.5 Where any physical signature, electronic signature, digital signature, stamping, witnessing or other legal formality is required, the Trust may require the Founder Member to complete such formality.

24. GOVERNING DOCUMENT

24.1 This Agreement shall be read together with the Registered Trust Deed of Taalim Shiksha Education Trust. 24.2 In the event of any inconsistency between this Agreement and the Registered Trust Deed, the Registered Trust Deed shall prevail. 24.3 Nothing in this Agreement shall be interpreted as creating any power or authority that is not permitted under the Registered Trust Deed or applicable law.

25. AMENDMENT

25.1 The Trust may amend or update this Agreement where required for administrative, governance, operational, compliance or legal purposes. 25.2 Any amendment shall remain subject to the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law. 25.3 Amendments affecting the Founder Member shall be communicated through an appropriate official communication channel. 25 A. APPLICABILITY OF TRUST POLICIES AND AMENDMENTS The Founder Member shall be bound by and comply with all policies, rules, procedures, guidelines and decisions of the Trust applicable to Founder Members, as amended, modified or replaced by the competent authority of the Trust from time to time. Any such policy or amendment shall become applicable to the Founder Member from the date specified in the relevant policy, amendment or official communication, subject to the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law.

26. GOVERNING LAW

26.1 This Agreement shall be governed by the laws applicable in India. 26.2 Any dispute shall, as far as reasonably possible, first be addressed through the internal resolution mechanism of the Trust. 26.3 Subject to applicable law, matters requiring judicial determination shall be subject to the jurisdiction of the competent courts having jurisdiction over the registered office of the Trust.

27. FOUNDER MEMBER DECLARATION

I, ________________________________________, hereby declare that: 1. I have provided true and correct information to the Trust. 2. I have read and understood this Founder Member Appointment & Association Agreement. 3. I understand that Founder Membership is a long-term/lifetime association, subject to the Registered Trust Deed, this Agreement and applicable law. 4. I understand that Founder Membership does not automatically make me a Trustee or Managing Committee member. 5. I understand that future appointment to the Pan-India Managing Committee, State Committee, District Committee or trusteeship requires a separate appointment process wherever applicable. 6. I agree to support the charitable objectives of Taalim Shiksha Education Trust. 7. I agree to maintain confidentiality of information received through my association with the Trust. 8. I agree not to make any unauthorised commitment on behalf of the Trust. 9. I understand that the Founder Membership Contribution is ₹11,000 and is non-refundable and carries no interest or return. 10. I understand that continued inactivity, after three information/reminder communications, may result in termination of Founder Membership in accordance with the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law. 11. I agree that official communications may be sent to my registered email address and/or mobile/phone number. 12. I agree to keep my registered contact details updated. 13. I agree to abide by the Registered Trust Deed, this Agreement and applicable policies and lawful decisions of the Trust.

28. ACCEPTANCE OF APPOINTMENT

By signing this document physically or by selecting “I Agree & Accept” through the authorised website/portal of Taalim Shiksha Education Trust, the Founder Member confirms: “I have read, understood and voluntarily accept my appointment as a Founder Member of Taalim Shiksha Education Trust and agree to abide by this Founder Member Appointment & Association Agreement, the Registered Trust Deed and applicable law.”