This post analyses the statutory licenses for broadcasting introduced by the 2012 Copyright Amendment, focusing on Section 31D of the Copyright Act. It addresses eligibility, royalty determination, and compliance obligations for radio and television broadcasters in India.
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Version Recordings & Cover Versions – Part IV: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012
This post examines the Copyright Amendment, 2012, particularly the statutory licensing regime for cover versions under Section 31C. It discusses the legal requirements for making version recordings and the implications for authors and producers.
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This article discusses critical legal requirements for copyright assignments and licenses in India under Section 19 of the Copyright Act, 1957. It also analyses the 2012 amendments and their impact on the rights of underlying authors in films and sound recordings.
Read more about Copyright Assignment & Licenses – Part IIWorks Made for Hire and Film Production – Part I: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012
This post provides a structured analysis of works made for hire under Indian copyright law, especially in film production. It examines Section 17, the 2012 amendment, and emerging questions on authors’ rights and producer ownership.
Read more about Works Made for Hire and Film Production – Part I: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012Indian 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.
Read more about Indian Copyright Law and Fair dealingReversion of Assignments & Licenses – Part III: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012
The Copyright Amendment 2012 revised the framework for assignment and reversion of rights in India, mandating clear terms and protecting authors’ royalty entitlements. Section 19 and related provisions now govern both assignments and licenses, ensuring statutory safeguards for authors and clarity for assignees.
Read more about Reversion of Assignments & Licenses – Part III: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012Assignment & Royalty – Part II: Notes on Copyright Amendment, 2012
This article discusses the Copyright Amendment 2012, focusing on new assignment and royalty provisions for authors under Indian copyright law. It analyses the legal uncertainties and practical implications of these changes for all parties involved.
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