Law of Copyright

This edition of Law of Copyright by D.P. Mittal provides a comprehensive and authoritative reference on the Indian copyright regime, integrating statutory provisions, judicial precedents, and international conventions. It is an indispensable guide for legal practitioners, content creators, academicians, and students involved in protecting and enforcing creative rights.

The book offers an in-depth analysis of the Copyright Act, 1957, along with all its amendments, covering both substantive and procedural aspects of copyright law. It explains the rights of authors, performers, producers, and broadcasters, as well as the limitations and exceptions under the law. Special attention is given to contemporary issues arising from the digital environment, including online infringement, licensing, and fair use in the context of technology.

The content includes:

• Nature, scope, and subject matter of copyright

• Registration of copyright and its legal significance

• Rights of authors, owners, and performers

• Infringement of copyright and available civil, criminal, and administrative remedies

• Limitations, exceptions, and doctrines like fair dealing and public domain

• Licensing, assignments, and compulsory licensing provisions

• Protection of performers’ rights and broadcasting reproduction rights

• Special provisions for computer programs, software, and digital works

• International copyright protection under Berne Convention, WIPO treaties, and TRIPS Agreement

• Emerging trends in digital copyright enforcement and challenges in the online space

This edition is particularly suitable for:

• Lawyers and IP consultants engaged in copyright enforcement and litigation

• Authors, publishers, filmmakers, musicians, and other creative professionals safeguarding their works

• Technology companies, app developers, and digital platforms ensuring copyright compliance

• Academicians and students of intellectual property law

• Policymakers and regulators framing copyright-related policies

With its blend of legal text, judicial interpretations, and practical guidance, this book serves as a complete and up-to-date resource on copyright law in India.