Authorship Quote by Kalyan C. Kankanala
““The right to be attributed as an author of a work is not merely a copyright, it is every author’s basic human right””
About This Quote
Source Speech: Human Rights Conference, 2020
Authorship is a fundamental human right, not just a legal protection.
In simple terms: Being an author is a basic human right.
Key Takeaway
Respect creators’ rights.
Themes
human rights
authorship
creativity
Mood
reflective
advocacy
Type
ethical
political
When to use this quote
- publishing contracts
- academic citation
- artistic credit
- media attribution
Key Concepts
moral philosophy
intellectual property
Questions to Reflect On
- How does society value authorial credit?
- What mechanisms ensure fair attribution?
A Different Perspective
Legal frameworks may not fully protect moral rights.
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