State the functions of the Copyright Board as given under Copyright Act, 1957.
CS Executive · Economic and Commercial Laws · PYQS · June 2019
State the functions of the Copyright Board as given under Copyright Act, 1957.
Answer & Explanation:
The main functions of the Copyright Board/Appellate Board are as under: Settlement of disputes as to whether copies of any literary, dramatic or artistic work or records are issued to the public in sufficient numbers. Settlement of disputes as to whether the term of copyright for any work is shorter in any other country than that provided for that work under the Act. Settlement of disputes with respect to assignment of copyright. Granting of compulsory licences in respect of Indian works withheld from public. Granting of compulsory licence to publish unpublished Indian works. Granting of compulsory licence to produce and publish translation of literary and dramatic works. Granting of compulsory licence to reproduce and publish literary, scientific or artistic works for certain purposes. Determination of royalties payable to the owner of copyright. Determination of objection lodged by any person as to the fees charged by Performing Rights Societies. Rectification of Register on the application of the Registrar of Copyright or of any person aggrieved.
Topics: Copyright Act, 1957
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