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Copyright is a legal right that protects the original creations of authors, artists, composers, and other creators. It gives the creator exclusive rights over the use and distribution of their work for a specific period.
Copyright refers to the legal protection given to original literary, artistic, musical, and dramatic works, as well as films, sound recordings, and software. It helps creators control how their work is used, copied, distributed, and displayed.
In India, Copyright is governed by the Copyright Act, 1957, which has been amended multiple times to cover new types of work, including digital content.
Literary Works: Books, articles, blogs, computer programs
Artistic Works: Paintings, drawings, photographs, architecture
Musical Works: Songs, lyrics, notations
Dramatic Works: Plays, scripts
Cinematograph Films: Movies, documentaries, web series
Sound Recordings: Audio recordings, podcasts
Software/Computer Programs
When you own the copyright to a work, you get the following exclusive rights:
Right to reproduce the work
Right to distribute copies
Right to perform the work publicly
Right to display the work publicly
Right to create derivative works (adaptations, translations, etc.)
Right to authorize others for the above uses
Lifetime of the author + 60 years after the author’s death.
60 years from the year of publication.
Legal Ownership: Proves who created the work.
Revenue Generation: Creators can license or sell their work.
Moral Rights: Protects the creator’s reputation and originality.
Prevents Unauthorized Use: Stops others from copying or distributing the work without permission.
Though copyright exists automatically upon creation, registration acts as legal proof in case of disputes.
Visit the Copyright Office India website.
Fill in the application form (Form XIV).
Pay the required government fee.
Submit copies of the work along with the application.
Wait for examination and any objections (if raised).
If all is clear, the Copyright Registration Certificate will be issued.
Duly filled application form
Copy of the original work
Author and applicant’s identity proof
NOC from the author (if the applicant is different)
Power of attorney (if applicable)
If someone uses a copyrighted work without permission, the owner can take legal action. Penalties for copyright infringement in India may include:
Legal recognition of ownership
Easier to take legal action against infringers
Eligibility for monetary compensation in case of damages
Builds trust and credibility for creators
Copyright plays a crucial role in protecting the creative works of individuals and businesses. Whether you're an author, artist, filmmaker, software developer, or musician, securing your intellectual property with copyright registration is essential for long-term protection and monetization.
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