Sections 65A and 65B of the Copyright Act, 1957 introduce technological protection measures and rights management safeguards in Indian law. These provisions aim to combat digital copyright infringement and strengthen the rights of copyright owners in the digital era.
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Indian Copyright Law and Fair dealing
This article analyses the concept of fair dealing under Indian copyright law, as set out in Section 52 of the Copyright Act, 1957. It examines the differences between Indian fair dealing and US fair use, with reference to recent legislative amendments.
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This case discusses whether the assignment of negative rights to a film includes future modes such as digital cinematography under Indian copyright law. The Court held that the comprehensive assignment of negatives covered all forms of exploitation, including digital formats, upholding Raj Television Network’s rights.
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