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.
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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.
Censoring 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.
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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.
Read more about Film Expression and Censorship in India: Udta Punjab and Lipstick under my Burkah (Part 3)Film Expression and Censorship in India: Film Certification Principles, CBFC Guidelines and Principles (Part 2)
This post explores the film certification principles in India, focusing on CBFC guidelines and their impact on creative freedom and public interest. It provides a legal analysis of the framework and challenges surrounding film censorship in India.
Read more about Film Expression and Censorship in India: Film Certification Principles, CBFC Guidelines and Principles (Part 2)Film Expression and Censorship in India: An Introduction (Part 1)
This post examines the legal framework governing film censorship in India. It discusses the impact of films, the certification process by the CBFC, and the constitutional principles shaping restrictions on film expression.
Read more about Film Expression and Censorship in India: An Introduction (Part 1)First Amendment to WTO comes into force
The first amendment to the WTO TRIPS Agreement permits compulsory licensing for pharmaceutical exports to countries lacking manufacturing capacity. India implemented this provision through Section 92A of its Patents Act, reinforcing its commitment to global public health.
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