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Mechanical Licensing in India: Statutory Promise or Practical Illusion?
While Section 31C of the Copyright Act aims to democratize music through statutory licensing, it remains a "practical illusion." Complex procedural mandates, judicial inconsistencies, and fragmented rights management create significant barriers. Consequently, a framework intended to facilitate creative reuse often functions as a restrictive, theoretical regime rather than a functional reality.
Shrishail LakhepatilApril 28, 2026