5_Copyright

Which law governs copyright protection in Malaysia?

• Copyright Act 1978

• Copyright Act 1987

• Copyright Protection Act 1995

• Intellectual Property Act 2001

What is the duration of copyright protection for an author's work in Malaysia?

• 50 years from the date of creation

• Lifetime of the author plus 50 years after their death

• 70 years from the date of publication

• Lifetime of the author only

Which of the following works is NOT eligible for copyright protection under the Copyright Act 1987?

• Literary works

• Sound recordings

• Government regulations

• Films

What is the primary function of the Copyright Tribunal in Malaysia?

• To enforce copyright laws

• To grant licenses for translation and arbitrate copyright disputes

• To issue patents for copyrighted works

• To protect trademarks and branding

Under the Copyright (Amendment) Act 1997, which action is considered an infringement of copyright?

• Using copyrighted content for personal reference

• Removing electronic rights management information without authority

• Citing a copyrighted work in an academic paper

• Sharing a copyrighted book with a friend