In the short time that AI applications and technologies were fully functional, accessibility took a huge step forward by enabling persons with disabilities to create accessible format works. But this seems to be regressing, and unless appropriate steps are taken, the advantage of AI to persons with disabilities may once again be limited to a small percentage of the content being created… Even though the law permits conversion into accessible formats, the tools available to users may no longer support it. This can lead to a situation where a legal right cannot be fully exercised because the available technology, though capable, may no longer facilitate accessible content creation.
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Indian Copyright Amendments 2020/21- Proposals of the Working Group on IP and Public Interest
A group of respected IP teachers has proposed amendments to the Copyright Act, 1957 to address digital and access challenges. Their recommendations focus on updating exceptions for fair dealing, education, disability, and digital dissemination. The proposals aim to advance creativity and public interest in the Indian copyright regime.
Read more about Indian Copyright Amendments 2020/21- Proposals of the Working Group on IP and Public InterestBlindness and Accessible Books: From Marrakesh to Marella Gunta Palem
This post explores the progress and challenges of accessible books for blindness in India since the Marrakesh Treaty. Despite legal reforms and initiatives, significant barriers to information access persist for persons with disabilities.
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Canada’s accession brings the Marrakesh Treaty into effect, strengthening copyright exceptions for accessible books. The Treaty aims to enhance access to published works for print disabled persons while maintaining a balance with copyright law.
Read more about Canada’s accession brings Marrakesh Treaty into forceAccess to Copyrighted Works for Persons with Disability- Conference at NLSIU
The NLSIU conference examines the Marrakesh Treaty and Indian copyright law, focusing on improving access to works for persons with disabilities. Experts and stakeholders discuss legal provisions, implications, and the broader impact on accessibility.
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The Marrakesh Treaty introduces essential copyright exceptions to improve access to published works for the blind and visually impaired. While limited in scope, it represents a notable advancement for accessible literature and copyright law in India.
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