Artistic work such as musical work, film, poems are included under which category of intellectual property rights ?

The correct answer is - Copyright

Key Points

• Copyright
  • Protects original artistic works such as musical compositions, films, poems, and other forms of creative expression.
  • Grants the creator exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, perform, and display their work.
  • Ensures that the creator is recognized and compensated for their intellectual property.
  • Typically lasts for the creator's lifetime plus a specified number of years (e.g., 60 or 70 years after death, depending on jurisdiction).

Additional Information

• Other Types of Intellectual Property Rights
  • Patent
    • Protects inventions or processes that offer new and useful solutions.
    • Grants the inventor exclusive rights to use and commercialize the invention for a specific period (e.g., 20 years).
  • Trademark
    • Protects brand identifiers such as names, logos, slogans, and symbols.
    • Helps distinguish the goods or services of one entity from another in the marketplace.
  • Intangible Rights
    • A broader category encompassing various non-physical property rights, including goodwill, trade secrets, and other proprietary knowledge.
• Examples of Copyrighted Works
  • Novels, short stories, and essays.
  • Musical scores and recordings.
  • Films, documentaries, and animations.
  • Paintings, sculptures, and photographs.
• Importance of Copyright
  • Encourages innovation and creativity by providing incentives for creators.
  • Prevents unauthorized use or duplication of creative works.
  • Supports the economic rights of creators and the cultural development of society.