Analysis of Copyright Act, 1957

The Copyright Act, 1957, which is the main piece of legislation governing copyright_x000D_ protection in India, is thoroughly and critically examined in this research article. The Act_x000D_ grants exclusive rights to original works of literature, drama, music, and art, as well as_x000D_ cinematograph films and sound recordings, protecting and encouraging creators. Its_x000D_ fundamental contents, judicial interpretations, modifications, historical development, and new_x000D_ issues in the digital age are all given careful consideration. In response to evolving_x000D_ technologies, global standards, and the intricacies of creative industries, the Copyright Act_x000D_ has undergone six major revisions since independence, the most notable of which was made_x000D_ in 2012._x000D_ The main case laws that interpret the parameters and content of copyright—such as the_x000D_ acceptance of moral rights, originality requirements, and the extent of infringement_x000D_ remedies—are examined in this essay. Current discussions on fair dealing, licensing,_x000D_ combating digital piracy, and adhering to international agreements like TRIPS and Berne are_x000D_ evaluated critically. Historic rulings shed light on the changing legal environment, illustrating_x000D_ the conflict between preserving individual innovation and advancing public access for_x000D_ research and teaching. To strengthen the copyright framework as a protection of the public_x000D_ interest and a driver of innovation in the twenty-first century, the study ends with_x000D_ recommendations for updating the legislative and enforcement machinery. "