CLP's Media and Entertainment Law

CLP’s Media and Entertainment Law – 1st Edition, 2025 is a pioneering legal textbook that comprehensively addresses the complex and evolving landscape of media, communication, and entertainment laws in India. Tailored for law students, media professionals, legal practitioners, and academicians, this book serves as an indispensable guide to understanding the intricate legal frameworks governing print, electronic, digital media, films, music, OTT platforms, and advertising.

Published by Central Law Publications (CLP), a trusted name in legal academia, this first edition provides updated coverage of legislations, constitutional perspectives, regulatory frameworks, judicial precedents, and international comparisons relevant to the Indian media and entertainment industry. It explores how technology, free speech, and digital content intersect with law, offering readers both theoretical foundations and practical insights.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Legal Coverage:
  Includes detailed discussion on key legislations such as the Cinematograph Act, Cable Television Networks (Regulation) Act, Copyright Act, Information Technology Act, Press and Registration of Books Act, and relevant provisions of the Indian Penal Code and Constitution of India.

• Freedom of Speech & Media Ethics:
  Examines Article 19(1)(a) in the context of media freedom, reasonable restrictions, and emerging concerns around fake news, censorship, and regulation of online content.

• Regulatory Framework Analysis:
  Discusses the role and powers of regulatory bodies such as the CBFC (Censor Board), Broadcasting Content Complaints Council (BCCC), Press Council of India, TRAI, and Digital Media Guidelines (IT Rules 2021).

• Intellectual Property Rights in Entertainment:
  Analyses copyright, trademark, and moral rights within the music, film, and broadcasting industries, including recent case law and developments in digital rights management.

• OTT Platforms & Social Media Regulation:
  Explores the legal challenges of regulating Netflix, Amazon Prime, YouTube, Instagram, and other digital content platforms, with attention to privacy, content takedown, and platform liability.

• Case Law & Practical Examples:
  Contains landmark Supreme Court and High Court judgments that shape media law in India, with commentaries, critical analysis, and practical examples relevant for exam preparation and legal practice.

• Comparative and International Perspectives:
  Brief insights into UK, US, and EU media laws to help readers understand global best practices and their applicability in the Indian legal context.

Why This Book is Essential:

• First-of-Its-Kind for Law Students:
  Specifically designed to meet the needs of law universities and institutions offering Media and Entertainment Law as part of their curriculum, including BALLB, LLB, and LLM programs.

• Updated and Relevant to 2025 Legal Scenario:
  Includes the latest judicial rulings, policy updates, and technological changes, making it ideal for those preparing for UGC-NET, judicial services, civil services, and media law specializations.

• Bridges Law and Media Practice:
  Helps media professionals understand legal risks, compliance issues, and rights in areas like journalism, filmmaking, advertising, and digital marketing.

• Useful for Legal Professionals and In-House Counsel:
  A ready reference for lawyers handling IPR, defamation, licensing, broadcasting, and contractual issues in media and entertainment sectors.

CLP’s Media and Entertainment Law – 1st Edition, 2025 is an essential resource that blends legal theory with media realities. Whether you're a law student aiming to specialize in media law, a professional navigating content regulations, or a scholar exploring legal policy, this book offers the knowledge and insight required in today’s media-driven legal environment.