The Short Form NDA serves as a practical legal instrument for businesses and individuals operating under Indian jurisdiction who need to protect confidential information during preliminary discussions or simple business arrangements. This streamlined version of a non-disclosure agreement is particularly useful when parties want to quickly establish confidentiality obligations without the complexity of a full-length NDA. The document typically covers definition of confidential information, usage restrictions, term of confidentiality, and basic remedies for breach, all while ensuring compliance with Indian contract law principles. It's commonly used in initial business discussions, vendor evaluations, potential partnerships, or simple consulting arrangements where protection of sensitive information is required but the relationship doesn't warrant an extensive agreement.

1. Parties: Identification of the disclosing and receiving parties, including registered addresses and company details

2. Background: Brief context of why the NDA is being entered into and the relationship between the parties

3. Definitions: Essential definitions including 'Confidential Information', 'Purpose', and 'Representatives'

4. Confidentiality Obligations: Core obligations regarding use, disclosure, and protection of confidential information

5. Permitted Disclosures: Circumstances under which confidential information may be disclosed, including to representatives and by legal requirement

6. Term and Survival: Duration of the agreement and which obligations survive termination

7. Return or Destruction: Requirements for handling confidential information upon termination or request

8. Remedies: Available remedies in case of breach, including injunctive relief

9. General Provisions: Standard boilerplate including governing law, jurisdiction, and entire agreement