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The Claimed Copyright Infringement Notice is a crucial legal instrument in India's intellectual property protection framework. It is typically used when a copyright owner discovers unauthorized use of their protected work and needs to take formal action. The document draws its authority from the Copyright Act, 1957, and subsequent amendments, particularly the 2012 amendment which expanded digital rights protection. This notice serves as the first formal step in addressing infringement, often preceding litigation, and can be used for various types of works including literary, musical, artistic, cinematographic works, and software. The document must include specific details about the copyrighted work, nature of infringement, legal basis for the claim, and demanded remedial actions. It's particularly relevant in today's digital age where content can be easily reproduced and distributed without authorization.

1. Date and Address Block: Formal letter heading including date, recipient's name and address, and sender's contact information

2. Subject Line: Clear identification that this is a Copyright Infringement Notice

3. Copyright Ownership Declaration: Statement of ownership or right to enforce the copyright, including registration details if applicable

4. Description of Protected Work: Detailed description of the original copyrighted work including creation date, publication details, and registration information

5. Identification of Infringing Material: Specific details of where and how the infringement has occurred, with exact locations/URLs if online

6. Legal Basis: Citation of relevant sections of the Copyright Act and other applicable laws

7. Demand for Action: Clear statement of required actions (cease and desist, removal of content, etc.) and timeline for compliance

8. Good Faith Statement: Declaration that the notice is made in good faith and the information provided is accurate

9. Signature Block: Formal closure with signature, name, and title of the sender