The primary form of protection for the intellectual property created by artists is Copyright. Copyright protects the original expression of ideas in various forms, including music, literature, visual arts, and other creative works. It grants the creator exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and display their work, as well as to create derivative works.
While other options like Trademarks, Registered designs, Patents, and Geographical indications can provide protection for specific aspects of intellectual property, they are not typically used to protect the general artistic works created by artists. For instance:
- Trademarks protect symbols, names, and slogans used to identify goods or services.
- Registered designs protect the appearance or aesthetics of a product.
- Patents protect inventions or processes.
- Geographical indications protect names or signs used on products that correspond to a specific geographical location.
Thus, while all these types of protection are important in their own right, Copyright is the most relevant for protecting the works of artists.
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