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    ‘19924, 1:05 PM Economic Analysis of Intellectual Property Rights - Aishwarya Sandeep- Parenting and Law Ahh sexe, a February, 2028 Economic Analysis of Intellectual Property Rights o vy gos 8 This article has been written by Ms. Madhavi Sanapala, a Sth year LLB Student from Dr. B. R. “Ambedkar College of Law, Andhra University. Introduetion Cobatization is @ significant concern atthe start of ths millennium, and intelectual property hos ‘grown to be @ crucial component of international society, especialy os the globe transitions to & knowledge economy. who wil use this new economy and how well i will function will depend on how knowledge generation, access, and management are governed and managed. it goes without saying that intelectual property rights are important for economic activity in @ society that values Innovation, but this importance varies from nation to nation and is dependent, according to Promo ‘Braga (1988), on the resources @ nation allocates forthe development of intellectual assets os well, 18 the amount of protected knowledge and information used in both production and consumption. Despite the fact that economic theories about economic growth and development have overlooked of regarded it as a minor problem, the protection of intellectual property is now seen oF ‘component of economic policy. Intellectual Property Rights Intellectual Property Rights ‘is critical to promoting innovation and creativity, t encourages Individuals ond businesses to invest their time, money, and resources in the creation of new products, services, and ideas. Intellectual Property rights are exclusive rights granted to individuals Cond companies to prevent others trom using or copying their works without permission. These rights provide the creators withthe ability to monetize thelr works thus allowing them to earn profits ‘tom thelr creative efforts, They also help to encourage creativity and innovation by providing & secure ond profitable environment for the creators to work in. Without IPR, there would be no Incontve for inventors and exeators o invest in new ideas and innovation. ‘The Importance of i Rights in the Economy ‘The impact of intellectual property rights on economic development is clearly demonstrated by ‘models and economic research. The efficiency of intellectual property rights in the development ‘ond progress of any country depends on its specific clcumstances, as Keith Moskus (2000) ‘emphasises. Stiong intellectual property protection laws have the potential to either promote oF Impede progress. Only when they are designed in a way that encourages competition do the consequences on economic growth and technical advancement become favourable, Joseph ‘stigltz (2008) Is one well-known economist who holds the view that knowledge and information gaps also contribute to the disparities between rich and poor counties. Thus, closing this gop will, 'be the key to economic development’s success. |ntps:/sishwaryasandeep inleconomic-analysis-Fintelectual-property-tighis! 45 ‘1324, 1-05 PM. Economic Analysis of Intellectual Property Rights - Aishwarya Sandeep- Parenting and Law IP rights play @ crucial role in promoting innovation and creativity in the economy. By providing ‘creators with the ability to protect and prof from their works, IP rights incentive them to engage in ‘creative and innovative activtos, which leads to the development of new products, services, and technologies. Ths in turn stimulates economic growth and creates jobs, Furthermore, IP rights ore crucial forthe development of the global economy as they encourage Intoxnational trode and investment. By providing protection for innovative products, services, and ‘technologies IP rights enable companies to expand their businesses global thus increasing their ‘competitiveness and boosting economic growth, Moreover It is crucial forthe development of the ‘technology and aigital economy. They provide the necessary legal framework forthe development ‘and protection of cigital technologies, such as sofware, databases, and e-commerce platforms. ‘This helps to ensure the growth and stabilty ofthe digital economy ond contributes to the overall ‘development of the global economy. Rights and the Global Economy Intellectual Property (P) rights are cftical to the globol economy os they incentivze creativity, innovation, and the development of new technologies, products, and services. The protection and ‘enforcement of IP rights are essential for creating a conducive environment for investments in research and development, which ultimately boosts economic growth and job creation. One of the primary benefits of IP rights is their contribution to Intemational trade. In recent years, the international trade of goods and services hes increased significantly, with a large proportion of ‘trace now consisting of P-intansive products, Strong IP laws and regulations enable businesses to protect ther products and services from unauthorized use and imitation, giving them a competitive ‘edge in the global marketplace. ‘The economic benefits of IP rights are aio evident in various sectore of the economy, including Pharmaceuticals, software, and entertainment. In the pharmaceutical industy, the patent protection of new drugs incentivizes investment in research and development, leading to the Creation of lfasaving and life-enhancing medicines. n the software industry, copyright protection incontivzes the development of new software, leading to the creation of innovative products and ‘services, n the entertainment industry, copyright protection enables creators to monetize their ‘wots, leading tothe development of new art forms end cultural expressions, Countries that effectively protect and enforce IP rights can attract more foreign direct investment, {5 business0s aro more likely to invest in counties with robust legal fromeworks that provide ‘adequate protection for their IP. This can lead to the development of a strong and innovative ‘domestic markot, further contributing to economic growth and job creation. Moreover, I rights help, {0 promote innovation and creativity by providing incentives for individuals and organizations to ‘engage in creative and innovative activities. This contributes to the development of new products, services, and technologies, which in tur stimulates economic growth and creates jobs. Intellectual Property (P) rights are critical to the global economy and have become @ significant factor in international trade and investment. Economic analysis of IP rights focuses on the incentives and disincentives created by these rights their impact on innovation and competition, ‘and the costs and benefits associated with their protection and enforcement. Economie Analysis ‘The economic analysis of P rights Is based on the recognition thet these rights create a temporary ‘monopoly forthe creators of naw ideas and technologies. Tis monopoly incentivizes investment in research and development, leading to the creation of new products and services, and ultimately, ‘economic growth. However, the monopoly created by IP rights can olso create inefficiencies and stortions in the market, imiting competition and consumer welfare, ‘The impact of IP rights on innovation and competition is @ crucial area of acanomie analysis. the ‘granting of patents, trademarks, and copyrights can create barriers to entry for competitors, hntps:faishwaryasandep.infeconomic-analysis-f-nteletual-property-rights! 215 ‘1324, 1-05 PM. Economic Analysis of Intellectual Property Rights - Aishwarya Sandeep- Parenting and Law leading to the creation of monopolies and oligopolies, These barriers can hinder the davelopment of alternative products and services, imiting consumer choice and potentially leading to higher prices. However, IP rights also provide the creators of new ideas and technologies with the financial incentives necessory to invest in research and development, leading to the creation of now products and services and ultimately benatiting consumers ‘The costs ond benefits associated with the protection and enforcoment of IF rights are clso an important aree of economic analysis. The costs of obtaining and maintaining IP rights can be prohibitively expensive, particularly for small and medium-sized enterprises. the enforcement of these tights can also create costs for the legal system and society a8 a whole. However, the bonefits associated with the protection and enforcement of rights, such as increased innovation ‘and economic growth, can far cutweigh these costs, Cconetusion Economie anaiysis of Intellectual Property Rights focuses on the Incentives and disincentives Created by these tights their impact on innovation and competition, and the costs and benefits ‘associated with their protection and enforcement. While IP rights can create inefficiencies and

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