Legal Term

Copyright

प्रतिलिप्याधिकार (Pratilipyadhikar)
Plain English Definition

Automatic legal protection for original creative works — books, music, software, art, films. Under the Indian Copyright Act, 1957, copyright exists from the moment of creation without registration, though registration provides stronger legal evidence.

Real Indian Example

You write a blog post. The moment you write it, you own the copyright — no registration needed. If someone copies it without permission, you can send a takedown notice. Registration at copyright.gov.in strengthens your case in court.

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