ACTBINDING STATUTE
Copyright Act, 1957
AI / PRIVACY / CYBER RELEVANCE
Relevant to AI training datasets, copying/reproduction, model outputs, adaptation and licensing.
AI: HighPrivacy: ContextualCybersecurity: Contextual
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- Section 14 - exclusive rights
- Section 51 - infringement
- Section 52 - statutory exceptions/fair dealing
PURVIEW
Creates India’s principal copyright regime governing literary, dramatic, musical and artistic works, cinematograph films, sound recordings, ownership and assignment, infringement, exceptions and enforcement. Sections dealing with exclusive rights, infringement and permitted acts are therefore central to analysing AI training and outputs. The Act also matters for data and AI governance because lawful access to training material, licensing, attribution and exceptions can materially affect how models are built and deployed.
Classification and legal status. Binding primary legislation.
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