Copyright Protection For Fictional Characters

Copyright law protects any unauthorized use of an original work which includes copying, duplicating, etc. At the outset, it is important to determine what would constitute as an original work which will, then be eligible for copyright protection. Any by-product that is made by the creator using his/her creativity and originality is protected by copyright law. When it comes to fictional characters, predominantly it is protected under copyrights. This article aims at exploring the intersection between fictional characters and copyright laws of India. Fictional characters mainly include a graphically represented character played by an actor, or it could also be in other forms like represented in a word format, where it is described in specific detailed manner. It is also clear from the lens of legal framework with respect to fictional characters that only those fictional characters are granted protection who have achieved public recognition independent of the works, they