The Madras High Court ruled that the business of issuing copyright licenses in India can be carried out only by copyright societies, as per Section 33 of the Copyright Act. Individual owners may issue licenses in their personal capacity, but not as a commercial business.
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Copyright Assignment & Licenses – Part II
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.
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This post explains the legal concept of copyright assignment in India, focusing on the mechanisms and statutory provisions governing the transfer of rights under the Copyright Act, 1957. It also discusses practical considerations for drafting effective assignment agreements.
Read more about Conceptualizing Copyright Assignments & Licenses Part – IWould Licensing a Sound Recording Call For Separate License From the Lyricist and Composer?
The Delhi High Court ruled that broadcasting a sound recording in India does not require separate licences from lyricists or composers, only from the producer. This decision has substantial implications for music creators’ rights and royalty entitlements under Indian copyright law.
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