Source: SCC Online

SCC Online explores the legal ambiguity surrounding AI-generated art in India, particularly when such works imitate the artistic styles of human creators. The article questions whether "style" is protectable under current copyright law, and if AI-generated content that mimics a known artist’s visual traits could amount to infringement.

Legal scholars cited argue that while copyright protects expression, not ideas or styles per se, the line becomes blurred when AI systems are trained extensively on a single artist’s portfolio. The lack of precedent and legislative clarity in India complicates enforcement, leaving both creators and platforms uncertain of their rights and liabilities.

The article calls for updated legislation or judicial interpretation to better address AI’s role in artistic production.