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@article{172586,
        author = {Parvathy Menon and Dr. Valarmathi R},
        title = {THE GURU-SHISHYA INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY DISPUTE THROUGH THE LENS OF KUCHIPUDI},
        journal = {International Journal of Innovative Research in Technology},
        year = {2025},
        volume = {11},
        number = {9},
        pages = {255-260},
        issn = {2349-6002},
        url = {https://ijirt.org/article?manuscript=172586},
        abstract = {The Guru-Shishya tradition has been central to the transmission of India’s cultural and artistic heritage, particularly in classical dance forms such as Kuchipudi. This pedagogical model, deeply rooted in mutual respect and lineage-based learning, fosters an intimate relationship between the Guru and Shishya. However, the individual-centric nature of the existing copyright regime, which grants exclusive rights to authors, contradicts this communal tradition, raising concerns about ownership, transmission, and infringement when Shishyas perform or propagate their Guru’s choreographic works. This study critiques the limitations of applying Western copyright principles to pedagogical artforms, where creative works function as both personal expressions and shared cultural heritage. It highlights how existing legal frameworks fail to accommodate this unique dynamic, potentially hindering the continuity of traditional artforms. The paper then explores potential solutions, advocating for a more nuanced legal approach that recognizes lineage-based rights and allows for controlled transmission of artistic works within the Guru-Shishya framework. By addressing these challenges, the study aims to contribute to the broader discourse on intellectual property and traditional cultural expressions, emphasizing the need for legal frameworks that balance individual authorship with communal artistic inheritance. Ultimately, this paper underscores the necessity of re-evaluating intellectual property laws to support both the protection of artistic contributions and the sustainable transmission of India’s cultural heritage, calling for a more Ethnically Influenced Framework.},
        keywords = {},
        month = {January},
        }