RECOGNITION OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS FOR UNAUTHORISED PERSON RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) have evolved as a crucial component of modern legal
systems, designed to protect the rights of creators and innovators while encouraging creativity,
innovation, and economic growth. Historically, the concept of intellectual property can be
traced back to early legal instruments such as the Statute of Anne (1710) in England, which
recognized authors’ rights over their literary works. Over time, international frameworks like
the Berne Convention and the TRIPS Agreement have strengthened global standards for
copyright, patents, trademarks, and related rights. Traditionally, intellectual property rights have been viewed as exclusive rights, granted to creators, inventors, or authorized licensees. These rights provide legal protection against unauthorized use, reproduction, or distribution of protected works. The justification for such exclusivity lies in the need to reward creativity and ensure that creators can benefit economically from their work.