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Is intellectual
property a moral right of the creator?
Noel Brian Ranasinghe of Kotte writes....
Can we have a hundred and one, claiming ownership to one's creative
inventions? Can such intellectual property rights be bought over
the counter ? Sold to others? If so, then what is the true value
of one's own creation if it is to be subjected to such procedures?
Isn't intellectual property, a work of the mind, which is a moral
right? Isn't a moral right inalienable? Can it be owned by others?
The main copyright treaty was very specially constituted for the
protection of the 'works' of all composers without any formality,
or, conditional procedures regarding their 'rights', the treaty
was ratified and accepted by all 'states' numbering about 150, pledging
projection to such rights which all states owe them a special duty
of care.
W.I.P.O. was established to administer the 'rights' of all creators
protected under the various treaties, which was also part of the
Affiliated Branches of the main body, and not to dictate to the
intellectuals how to run their lives. Creators whose ''works'' are
used and subjected to derogatory treatment are ordered to go it
alone to defend their 'rights' in a Court of Law - they are refused
any sort of help, or protection from those who pose off as their
guardians. If this is the policy of such organisations, then we
need not have a W.I.P.O., or any of its supporters dictating to
us composers.
Such step-motherly treatment is uncalled for, this is sheer deceit,
and double standards as far as the treaty is all about. Will W.I.P.O,
or our very own N.I.P.O show will in what part of the main treaty
that composers whose 'works' are pirated or subjected to any sort
of derogatory treatment, must go it alone, to protect and defend
such 'works' in a Court of Law? Come on, show it to me? This is
how composers like me are treated, and the authorities do nothing
at all to help the poor, weak, defenseless, like us, why must the
creators (intellectuals) be dictated by others who make the rules
to serve their own purpose?
The 'works' of a composer is subjected to rules, i.e., terms and
conditions fixed by many forcing them to share equally with the
lyric writers, sub lyric writers, arrangers, publishers and others,
they are duped in many ways. Is this the main treaty is all about,
or is it the rulings of the organisations??? What price justice?
All "states" who have ratified and accepted the main copyright
treaty, are in breach of their treaty obligations, and it is we,
the creators, who suffer. Music begins with the composer, but, it
is the rest, who benefit from their creations. When will the composers
ever wake up? When will the state ever help us?
Why not Odysey
Viewers From Matara Writes...
The adventurous tales like 'Hercules' and 'Xena' now telecast on
Sirasa T.V. and on Swaranawahini. Through these tales we learnt
much about anicent Greece and its cluture, which were quite interesting.
We are also interested in adventurous tales like "Odyssey".
So we would be grateful if you could telecastmovies on 'Odyssey'
Well
done MTV News & Live@ 8
Dr.Ranjith Hettiarachchi of Colombo-5 writes…
This is in response to a comment made a couple of weeks ago about
the MTV News bulletine. Yes, I fully agree with the writer. Young
Chevan Daniel has made a name for himself by keeping things simple,
but totally professional. He has maintained his composure over a
period of time which is, imaginably, hard to do. He has single handedly
given the MTV News a fresh dimension, on par with any international
news program.
Being an avid viewer of all the news broadcasts available to us,
I rate the MTV News and Swarnavahini's Live @ 8 ahead of the others.
Live@8 of course has a unique presentation style, which many appreciate.
All in all, it's heartening to note that our channels are coming
up with new and innovative methods of delivering news.
'Swarnabhimanaya
2002': The best commemorative ever on TV
Palitha Herath of Polgolla writes.....
A magnificent programme to commemorate the 6th Annivesary of Swarnavahini
was aired on Saturday, March 16 ,2002. It was an utmost delight
and I do not think anyone will disagree with me if I say that in
the history of television in Sri Lanka, no programme what so ever
could match the magnitude of Swarnabhimanaya 2002.
The magnanimous gesture of Nanda Malini and Amaradeva of appearing
togethr on stage, I understand, is the first time that the duo has
performed jointly for a live television audience. They too will
be proud to know that the masses appreciate their commitment specially
for a programme comparable to top class at international standards.
The entire programme was aired live within the cultural tringle
at Anuradhapura. I appeal to the Cultual Ministry to have in their
Archieves this programme which they could sell to foreigners as
well as locals of archeological and cultural interests.
All songs aired on this day paid tribute to our eventful cultural
heritage sung by famed artistes with discerning repute who would
be treated as national treasures by the generations to come. All
this was possible due to the unstinted efforts of the TV station
Swarnavahini. We need to give its due place as the national TV of
Sri Lanka for making Sri Lanks poud.
The people can jude for themselves as to why Swarnavahini deserves
the national status. Look back, what they have given out in the
recent past to gain knowledge by people of all ages with their special
prgrammes on history, culture and relgion, bringing back the eventful
heritage of our Nation apart form entertainment and Live @8 which
they also excel from all other TV channels. You name any special
day, Swarnavahini has something novel.
The credit should go to all at Swarnavahini including Nalin and
Jackson, the great double capable of presenting any type of programme
with complete and professional finesse.
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Spectacular
show
Sarala Kodagoda of Colombo writes....
The 'Swarnabhimanaya' show by Swarnavahini for their 6th anniversary
was spectacular. The sets, the artistes, the choice of songs, the
presenters and dance troupes were all splendid. We Sri Lankans are
truly lucky to have enjoyed such an audio visual treat. Congratulations!!!
Swarnavahini on such a superb show. The show was repeated on Sunday
(17th) too but how about another telecast? I am sure the audience
will enjoy it. Please consider it. Also I wish to congratulate Swarnavahini
on their 6th anniversary and wish them all the luck for the future.
You are the channel with a difference.
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