Course Introduction
Mugging up the relevant sections of the Copyright Act, 1957 and reproducing them in exams is one thing—but applying these provisions in real-world scenarios is another. The Copyright Mastery Course with Advocate Rahul Bajaj (Rhodes Scholar) bridges that critical gap. It is designed to equip learners with practical knowledge and legal insight required to advise clients and handle copyright issues across varied forums—courtrooms, negotiations, and beyond.
The curriculum emphasizes practical challenges, the enforcement journey of copyrights, and a nuanced understanding of exceptions and defenses. The course is taught by an instructor who combines deep academic knowledge with rich hands-on experience.
About the Instructor
Advocate Rahul Bajaj is a practicing lawyer with specialization in intellectual property law, constitutional law, and disability rights. A Rhodes Scholar, he holds two Masters in Law degrees from the University of Oxford, where he won the Faculty Prize in Intellectual Property Law. His MPhil thesis focused on the intersection of Indian patent law and the right to health.
Highlights of Advocate Rahul Bajaj's Experience
- Gold medallist in B.A.LL.B. from University of Nagpur
- Former Judicial Law Clerk to Chief Justice D.Y. Chandrachud
- Former associate at Ira Law, handling several copyright disputes and advisory matters
- Contributor and fellow at SpicyIP, India's leading IP law blog
- Visiting faculty at NLSIU Bengaluru, NALSAR Hyderabad, NLU Delhi, and BML Munjal University and others
- IP Expert enrolled with the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Course Objectives
- The course will be divided into 12 classes, with each class being of 2 hours duration.
- Two classes will be taught per week.
- Sometime will be kept aside in each class for clearing doubts.
- A WhatsApp group shall also be set up of all the participants, to facilitate exchange of ideas and clearance of doubts on an ongoing basis.
- On successful completion of the course, a certificate will be issued to the students.
- The two best performing students will be given an internship in Adv. Bajaj's office.
Who Can Register For The Course
Any law enthusiast which includes
- Lawyers
- Law Students
- Academicians
- Law Officers
- Judicial officers
- Government Employees
- Entertainment industry
- Anyone having an Interest in the Copyright Law
Dates: 19th July to 6th September 2025 (Tentative)
Time: Every Saturday and Sunday, 10AM to 12PM
(Tentative class Dates mentioned below)
Duration: The course is of 12 classes, totaling 24+ hours, approximately.
Platform: Online via Zoom
Fee: Rs. 3999 (all inclusive)
Link to register - https://www.livelawacademy.com/courses/Copyright-Law--From-Principles-to-Practice-683965b00e67b675c790f7d3
Course Module Details
INTRODUCTORY MODULE [Sections2(y), 13, 14, 16 of the Copyright Act of 1957]
- Concept of Copyright
- History, Evolution and Framework- International Instruments on Copyright and Related Rights-Role and influence of the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO); Berne Convention, as revised, (1886-1971); Universal Copyright Convention, as revised (1952-1971); the Rome Convention, 1961, TRIPS Agreement (Art. 9-14), WIPO Performances and Phonograms Treaty, 1996 ('WPPT'), WIPO Copyright Treaty, 1996 ('WCT'), Beijing Treaty on Audiovisual Performances, 2012 and Marrakesh Treaty to Facilitate Access to Published Works for Persons who are Blind, Visually Impaired or Otherwise Print Disabled, 2013
- Indian Copyright Law and Amendments pre and post-TRIPS Agreement
- What is a copyright? [Section 14]
- Idea-Expression Dichotomy
- Doctrine of Originality
- Doctrine of Labour, Skill and Effort
- Doctrine of Sweat of the Brow and Minimal Creativity
- Concept of Work [Section 2(y)]
- Definitions of various Works: Artistic work; Dramatic work; Literary work; Musical work; Computer Programmes; Cinematograph Films; Sound Recordings
- Works in which copyright subsists. [Sections 13 and 16]
RIGHTS ASSOCIATED WITH WORKS [Sections 2, 22 to 29, 57 of the Copyright Act of 1957]
- Term of Copyright [Section 22-29]
- Right of Reproduction
- Right to Issue of Copies
- Right to Perform and Communicate to the Public
- Right to make Cinematograph Film and Sound Recording
- Right to Translate
- Right to make Adaptation
- Rental and Commercial Rights
- Author's Special Rights [Section 57]
- Rights of the Broadcasting Organisation [Section 37]
- Meaning of Performer and Performance [Section 2 (qq) and Section 2 (q)]
- Performer's Rights [Section 38]
- Exclusive Rights of Performers [Section 38A]
- Moral Rights of Performers [Section 38B]
- Acts not Infringing Broadcast Reproduction Right or Performer's Right [Section 39]
OWNERSHIP OF COPYRIGHT[Sections 2(d), 2(ffd), 2(j), 2(uu), 17 to 21, 30 to 32B, 33to 36A of the Copyright Act of 1957]
- Definition of Author [Section 2(d)]
- First Owner of Copyright
- Joint Ownership
- Concept of Producer
- Assignment of Copyright and Mode of Assignment
- Licensing of Copyright
- Compulsory Licences
- Statutory Licences
- Bequeathing Copyright in Manuscript by Testamentary Disposition [Section 20]
- Right of the author to relinquish copyright [Section 21]
- Collective administration of Copyright – Role of Copyright Societies in the Administration of Copyright
COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT AND TESTS TO DETERMINE INFRINGEMENT [Sections 51 of the Copyright Act of 1957]
- When Copyright Is Infringed [Section 51]
- Substantial Similarity Test
- Ordinary Observer Test
EXCEPTIONS TO INFRINGEMENT [Sections 52 of the Copyright Act of 1957]
- Acts not constituting infringement of Copyright [Section 52]
- Fair use and Fair Dealing Doctrines in Copyright
REMEDIES FOR COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT [Sections 54, 55, 63 to 64 of the Copyright Act of 1957]
- Civil Remedies for Copyright Infringement
- Criminal Remedies Available for Copyright Infringement and whether copyright-related offences are cognizable.
- Administrative Remedies
COPYRIGHT AND ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE
- Can AI be the author of a copyrighted work? What is the scope of protection?
- Implications for Copyright Law
COPYRIGHT AND DIGITAL WORKS [Sections 65A, 65B of the Copyright Act of 1957]
- Technological Protection Measures [Section 65A]
- Circumvention of Technological Measures and Rights Management Information
Link to Register - https://www.livelawacademy.com/courses/Copyright-Law--From-Principles-to-Practice-683965b00e67b675c790f7d3
For more details
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FAQ
Will recordings be provided?
Yes, the recordings can be watched directly from the course portal during the course duration.
When can we register?
The registrations are open till July 18th 2025.
Will the students receive certificates?
Yes, the students will receive certificates of completion from LiveLaw Academy and the Instructor.
What is the medium of instruction?
The course will be conducted in English Language, the material shared will also be in English language.
Are there Scholarships ?
Scholarships will be awarded to meritorious students from marginalised communities. The applicants can send an Email with their Profile along with a Statement of Purpose to academy@livelaw-in.demo.remotlog.com.