This article explores how Indian intellectual property laws address the interplay between creativity and illegality. It analyses the limitations set by patent and copyright law, emphasising the role of morality and legality in the protection of creative works.
Read more about Creativity, Illegality and Intellectual PropertyAuthor: Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala is a practicing intellectual property (IP) attorney and author. He is a senior partner at BananaIP Counsels, a well-known IP firm based in Bangalore, India. His writings cover a range of topics relating to IP law, business, and policy, and he has authored several books and articles in the field. He has been contributing to this blog since 2007.
The views expressed here are his own and do not represent those of BananaIP Counsels or its members.
Practical Pointers on Managing Patents
Effective patent management requires organized systems, cost analysis, and periodic auditing. Customising management strategies to suit organisational resources and jurisdictional requirements ensures robust protection and maintenance of patent portfolios.
Read more about Practical Pointers on Managing PatentsEmployment to Entrepreneurship: Arnab Goswami, Times Now, Republic TV and Intellectual Property
This article analyses the legal and intellectual property challenges faced by Arnab Goswami after leaving Times Now to establish Republic TV. It highlights key legal risks for employees turned entrepreneurs, focusing on trademarks, copyrights, and contractual obligations.
Read more about Employment to Entrepreneurship: Arnab Goswami, Times Now, Republic TV and Intellectual PropertyFearless Girl v. Charging Bull
This post explores moral rights under Indian copyright law using the Fearless Girl and Charging Bull dispute as a case study. It analyses legal provisions, relevant judgments, and the balance between public and individual interests.
Read more about Fearless Girl v. Charging BullCensoring The Intelligent Film Spectator
This post explores whether film censorship in India remains justified, given the evolution of the film spectator’s intelligence and access to information. It advocates for a shift in the Censor Board’s role, focusing on certification rather than pre-censorship.
Read more about Censoring The Intelligent Film SpectatorProprietary Data, Trade Secrets and Information Security in India – An Integrated Approach
This article explores the legal and practical challenges of protecting trade secrets and proprietary data in India. It emphasises the need for an integrated approach, combining legal instruments, security measures, and organisational culture to safeguard business-critical information.
Read more about Proprietary Data, Trade Secrets and Information Security in India – An Integrated ApproachIlayaraja v. S.P. Balasubramanyam
This post analyses the copyright licensing challenges faced by Indian singers, using the Ilayaraja v. S.P. Balasubramanyam dispute as a case study. It objectively examines the legal requirements and practical obstacles in securing performance rights for music in India.
Read more about Ilayaraja v. S.P. BalasubramanyamFilm Expression and Censorship in India: Intelligent, Informed Spectator standard (Part 5)
This article analyses film censorship in India using the intelligent, informed spectator standard and contemporary social norms. It highlights a structured legal process for assessment, emphasizing that free expression should be the rule and restraint an exception.
Read more about Film Expression and Censorship in India: Intelligent, Informed Spectator standard (Part 5)Review Committee Reports, Benegal Committee report, Mudgal Committee report, Censorship Model (Part 4)
The post critically examines the recommendations of the Benegal and Mudgal Committees on film certification in India. It highlights the need for reform in the Cinematograph Act, stressing the evolution of entertainment and diminishing impact of films on society.
Read more about Review Committee Reports, Benegal Committee report, Mudgal Committee report, Censorship Model (Part 4)Film Expression and Censorship in India: Udta Punjab and Lipstick under my Burkah (Part 3)
This post explores landmark cases of film censorship in India, such as Udta Punjab and Lipstick Under My Burkha, and reviews how the CBFC’s decisions were challenged in court. It objectively analyses the legal reasoning and broader implications for freedom of expression in Indian cinema.
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