May 25
Amazon Copyright Case: Karnataka High Court Stays Investigation Into Marketplace Liability
The Amazon copyright dispute in India has sparked debate over e-commerce liability and IP protection. The Karnataka High Court paused a police probe into alleged sales of pirated books on the platform, questioning whether online marketplaces are criminally liable for third-party sellers. The case highlights the role of Section 79 of the IT Act, intermediary protection, copyright infringement rules, and evolving standards for digital commerce and intellectual property enforcement in India.