meaning introduction related to copyright unit 1

Meaning of Copyright, Copyright in
Literary, Dramatic, and Musical Works
Submitted by:-
Prachi kumari
2317341000023
LL.B 4th
semester

Meaning of
Copyright
 Copyright is a legal protection granted
to creators of original works, ensuring
exclusive rights to use, reproduce,
distribute, and adapt their work. It
applies to intellectual creations such as
literature, music, art, and software.

Definition of
Copyright
 Copyright is a legal right granted to the
creators of original works such as
literature, music, art, software, and other
intellectual outputs. It provides the
creator with the exclusive right to use,
reproduce, distribute, and adapt their
work for a specific period

Key Features of
Copyright
 Protects original expressions,
not ideas.
 Grants exclusive rights for
reproduction, adaptation, and
distribution.
 Duration: Creator's lifetime +
50-70 years (varies by
jurisdiction).
 Applies automatically;
registration is not mandatory
but recommended.

Copyright in
Literary Works
 According to sec 2(o) of copyright act 1957,
literary work includes computer programmes,
tables and compilations including
computer [databases]
 Literary works include books, articles, poems,
software code, and other written materials.
 Protection covers:
- Original content written in any form.
- Rights to reproduce, translate, adapt, or distribute.
 Exceptions:
- Fair use for educational, research, or critical
purposes.

meaning introduction related to copyright unit 1

Copyright in
Dramatic Works
 According to sec 2(h) of copyright act 1957,
dramatic work includes any piece for
recitation, choreographic work or
entertainment in dumb show, the scenic
arrangement or acting, form of which is fixed
in writing or otherwise but does not include a
cinematograph film;
 Dramatic works include plays, scripts,
choreography, and performances.
- The structure and arrangement of the work.
- Rights to perform, record, or adapt the work.
 Exceptions:
- Public domain works.
- Non-commercial performances.

Copyright in
Musical Works
 According to sec 2 (p) of copyright act 1957,
musical work means a work consisting of music
and includes any graphical notation of such work
but does not include any words or any action
intended to be sung, spoken or performed with the
music;
 Musical works include compositions, lyrics, and
arrangements.
I. Original melodies, lyrics, and arrangements.
II. Rights to perform, reproduce, or distributed
recordings.
 Exceptions:
- Limited use for educational or parody purposes.

Continued…..
What is Copyrightable in musical work?
- That music which can be noted graphically.
What is not copyrightable in musical work?
- The way it has been sung or performed or the
way being used for recording that song.
Different set of copyright arises form a song
- Words of song: Copyright in author
- Music of the song: Copyright in composer
- After amendment of 2012: Performers rights
have been added under sec 38 (A): Enables the
performer (Singer) to earn the royalty.

Conclusion
Copyright is a cornerstone of
Intellectual Property Rights,
ensuring creators can benefit
from their intellectual
contributions. Understanding
its application to literary,
dramatic, and musical works
is vital for respecting and
protecting creative efforts.

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