Introduction
Copyright is defined as the legal rights of the creators of an intellectual property. No other person can replicate the same without seeking permission from the owner.
Understanding Copyright
Copyright is a right given to creators and authorized individuals to reproduce and develop original works. Creators have exclusive rights over their works for a certain period, normally 20 years, after which the work falls into the public domain.
You cannot copyright every work. Copyright policies do not cover theories, discoveries, and concepts.
Copyright Regulations in India
Copyright laws in India are governed by the Copyright Act of 1957, which came into effect in January 1958. The act has been amended five times, with the most recent changes in 2012. The 2012 amendments addressed new challenges posed by the digital age, reflecting the growing need for copyright regulation in the online environment.
