Question

Which of the following is the best description of derivative work based on the information that has been provided under copyright?

• A. Derivative works include only translations and adaptations of existing literary works, such as English to Hindi translations of Harry Potter Books.
• B. Derivative works encompass motion pictures, sound recordings, and cinematograph films, which are based on a pre-existing literary, dramatic, artistic, or musical work and maintain the same degree of copyright protection as original works.
• C. Derivative works consist solely of recording of songs, which combine original musical and literary works and are considered derivative works by the order of the court.
• D. Derivative work extends copyright protection to original literary, dramatic, artistic, or musical works but does not include motion pictures, sound recordings, or adaptations of existing works.

Hint:

Derivative works, like films and adaptations, are protected under copyright just like original works.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Derivative works refer to adaptations and transformations of existing works, like films or sound recordings, and they are entitled to copyright protection similar to the original works.