In today’s digital age, content is everything—blogs, reels, music, designs, or even a simple photo you clicked. But what happens when your hard work is copied, modified, or even destroyed without your permission? That’s where copyright law comes in.
📌 Real Case Study: Amar Nath Sehgal vs. Union of India (2005)
Amar Nath Sehgal was a world-renowned Indian sculptor. He created a stunning bronze mural for Vigyan Bhavan in New Delhi, commissioned by the Government of India. The mural was a symbol of India’s cultural pride.
Years later, without Sehgal’s permission, the government removed the mural and stored it in poor conditions. Parts of it were even damaged. For an artist, this wasn’t just property damage—it was the destruction of his creative soul.
💡 Sehgal took the matter to court.
The Delhi High Court ruled in his favor, stating:
An artist’s moral rights remain even after they sell or assign copyright.
These rights include the right to be credited and the right to prevent any distortion, mutilation, or destruction of their work.
The court ordered the mural to be returned and awarded damages to the artist.
👉 Impact of the Case:
This landmark judgment gave Indian creators confidence that their creations would be respected, not just as property, but as an extension of their identity. It strengthened the concept of moral rights under Indian Copyright Law.
✨ Why This Matters to You
Whether you’re a writer, designer, musician, or entrepreneur—your creations are your identity. Protect them. Learn from Sehgal’s fight:
Always secure your copyright formally.
Speak up if your work is misused.
Remember: your creative effort deserves both respect and recognition.
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