Request for Inputs on Counterfeit Books for a Journalistic Article
Hi Ma'am
I hope this email finds you well. My name is Sakshi Srivastava, and I am a Delhi-based freelance journalist currently working on an article on counterfeit books in the market (Delhi), with a focus on their implications for authors, readers, and the publishing industry.
Given your expertise and experience as an advocate I would greatly appreciate your insights on this issue. Your perspective would add immense value to the piece, and I would be grateful if you could provide your inputs or a quote addressing the following questions:
1. What are the key provisions under Indian copyright law that make the production and sale of counterfeit novels illegal, and how do they protect the rights of authors and publishers?
2. What challenges do law enforcement and rights holders face in identifying and prosecuting counterfeit booksellers, particularly in a city like Delhi?
3. How effective are the current legal penalties in deterring counterfeit book sales, and what role can consumers play in addressing this issue legally?
4. What can be a possible solution that can help tackle the sale of counterfeit items, especially in the digital space? Measures like a digital signature or ISBN number how can they be put into good use.