Does the Gokhale Method franchisee warrant that they will not engage in any terrorist activity?

According to the 2024 Gokhale Method Franchise Disclosure Document, franchisees acknowledge that Gokhale Method is prohibited under U.S. law, including Executive Order 13224, from engaging in any transaction with any person engaged in, or aiding any person engaged in, acts of terrorism, as defined in the Executive Order. This means that Gokhale Method franchisees must comply with all anti-terrorism laws and regulations.

This clause is included to ensure that Gokhale Method complies with U.S. law and does not conduct business with individuals or entities involved in terrorism. For a prospective franchisee, this means they must also ensure they are not violating any anti-terrorism laws in their business operations.

Furthermore, the franchise agreement includes a force majeure clause that excuses non-performance or delays caused by events beyond either party's control, including terrorist acts or government actions resulting from terrorist acts. This provision protects both Gokhale Method and the franchisee from liability for failures to perform their obligations due to terrorism-related events. This is a fairly standard clause in franchise agreements, designed to protect both parties from unforeseen circumstances.