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…
Dr. Kalyan Kankanala
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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.
Proprietary 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,…
Ilayaraja 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…
Film 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Is it really time to break Patents in India?
This post analyses recent calls to dismantle the patent system in India, offering a structured critique of such arguments. It emphasises the importance of a balanced approach that…