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The Photography License Agreement is essential for any transaction involving the licensed use of photographic works in India. This document is specifically designed to comply with Indian copyright law and related regulations, providing a comprehensive framework for licensing photographic works while protecting the rights of both photographers and licensees. It becomes necessary when businesses or individuals need to legally use photographs for commercial, editorial, or promotional purposes. The agreement covers crucial aspects such as usage rights, territorial scope, duration, attribution requirements, and payment terms. It's particularly important in the digital age where photograph usage spans multiple platforms and territories. The document should be used whenever a photographer or copyright owner wishes to grant specific usage rights to their work while retaining ownership and controlling how their photographs are used.
