Understanding Copyright Laws: Infringement, Protection and Exceptions
Author(s) : Anjaneya Reddy N M & Lalitha Aswath
Abstract: Copyright is a branch of Intellectual Property Rights and an exclusive legal right given by the judiciary to the creator on his creation. As a creator (he/she/group) has rights to enjoy financial and other benefits associated as per the law over the creation. Violation of copyright law would lead to several judiciary consequences. On the other hand law permits libraries to use copyrighted material for research and academic purpose without any permission from the copyright holder. Further, any violation or an infringement of fair use of library resources is punishable under copyright act. Here an attempt has been made to understand copyright issues in relation to library resources, also highlight protection, infringement, fair dealings, and limitations under the Indian copyright act 1957. Besides, pointing out on the roles and responsibilities of librarians with regard to copyright laws.
Keywords: Copyright Law; Copyrightinfringement; Copyright exceptions; Copyright and Libraries
Cite This Article As: Anjaneya Reddy, N. M. & Aswath, L. (2016). Understanding Copyright Laws: Infringement, Protection and Exceptions. International Journal of Research in Library Science (IJRLS), 2(1), 48-53. www.ijrls.in
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Publication Date : 30 April 2016 Hits : 1777