Q.1 Which law primarily governs intellectual property rights in media content?
Patent Law
Copyright Law
Trademark Law
Contract Law
Explanation - Copyright law protects original works of authorship, including films, music, and digital content, which are central to media and entertainment.
Correct answer is: Copyright Law
Q.2 What is the primary legal concern when using a celebrity's likeness in a commercial?
Defamation
Right of Publicity
Copyright Infringement
Contract Violation
Explanation - The right of publicity protects against unauthorized commercial use of an individual's name, image, or persona.
Correct answer is: Right of Publicity
Q.3 Which regulatory body in the US oversees broadcasting standards?
FCC
FTC
SEC
FDA
Explanation - The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulates interstate and international communications via radio, television, wire, satellite, and cable.
Correct answer is: FCC
Q.4 Plagiarism in journalism can primarily lead to violations of which law?
Contract Law
Copyright Law
Trademark Law
Defamation Law
Explanation - Copying another journalist's work without permission can infringe copyright protections on original content.
Correct answer is: Copyright Law
Q.5 Which of the following is considered fair use in media?
Full reproduction of a movie
Brief quoting for criticism
Commercial redistribution
Uploading copyrighted music
Explanation - Fair use allows limited use of copyrighted material for commentary, criticism, news reporting, teaching, and research.
Correct answer is: Brief quoting for criticism
Q.6 In media law, defamation refers to:
Protecting creative works
False statements harming reputation
Unauthorized commercial use
Violation of contracts
Explanation - Defamation involves making false statements that damage a person's reputation, either in written form (libel) or spoken (slander).
Correct answer is: False statements harming reputation
Q.7 Which of the following is essential to obtain when using music in a film legally?
Broadcast License
Performance Rights
Copyright License
Trademark Registration
Explanation - A copyright license grants legal permission to use copyrighted music in films, videos, or advertisements.
Correct answer is: Copyright License
Q.8 Which law applies when an influencer fails to disclose paid sponsorships?
FTC Guidelines
Copyright Law
Right of Publicity
Defamation Law
Explanation - The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) requires influencers to disclose sponsored content to ensure transparency and prevent deception.
Correct answer is: FTC Guidelines
Q.9 Trademark protection in media primarily applies to:
Film scripts
Brand logos and names
Music lyrics
Actor performances
Explanation - Trademarks protect distinctive symbols, logos, or names used to identify goods and services in the entertainment industry.
Correct answer is: Brand logos and names
Q.10 Which legal concept allows a parody of a copyrighted work without infringement?
Right of Publicity
Fair Use
Trademark
Defamation
Explanation - Parody is considered fair use if it provides commentary or criticism without harming the market value of the original work.
Correct answer is: Fair Use
Q.11 What type of contract is commonly signed between actors and film producers?
Employment Contract
License Agreement
Talent Agreement
Non-disclosure Agreement
Explanation - A talent agreement outlines terms of engagement, payment, and rights for actors, musicians, or other performers.
Correct answer is: Talent Agreement
Q.12 Censorship in media can be legally enforced through:
Defamation Law
Broadcasting Regulations
Copyright Law
Right of Publicity
Explanation - Regulatory authorities can restrict certain content on TV, radio, or digital platforms based on broadcasting standards.
Correct answer is: Broadcasting Regulations
Q.13 Which act protects performers’ rights in sound recordings in the US?
Digital Millennium Copyright Act
Performing Artists Rights Act
Music Modernization Act
Lanham Act
Explanation - The Music Modernization Act updates copyright rules to ensure performers and rights holders are compensated for digital uses of sound recordings.
Correct answer is: Music Modernization Act
Q.14 Libel refers to:
Spoken defamation
Written defamation
Unauthorized commercial use
Trademark infringement
Explanation - Libel is defamation in a fixed medium, such as print or online, whereas slander is spoken defamation.
Correct answer is: Written defamation
Q.15 Which international agreement protects copyright across multiple countries?
TRIPS Agreement
Berne Convention
WIPO Treaty
Paris Agreement
Explanation - The Berne Convention ensures that member countries recognize and protect the copyright of works created in other member nations.
Correct answer is: Berne Convention
Q.16 Which of the following is a common legal issue in video game development?
Trademark Infringement
Software Piracy
Music Licensing
All of the above
Explanation - Video game developers face multiple legal challenges, including copyright issues, trademarks, and licensing of music or assets.
Correct answer is: All of the above
Q.17 Which legal doctrine protects a media outlet from liability for publishing third-party content?
Safe Harbor
Fair Use
Right of Publicity
Libel Law
Explanation - The Safe Harbor provision shields online platforms from liability for content posted by users, provided they follow takedown procedures.
Correct answer is: Safe Harbor
Q.18 Which of the following is an emerging area in media law?
NFT Copyrights
Streaming Rights
Deepfake Regulations
All of the above
Explanation - Emerging media law increasingly addresses issues like digital assets (NFTs), streaming services, and synthetic media (deepfakes).
Correct answer is: All of the above
Q.19 What is the primary concern when distributing a documentary featuring real people?
Copyright Infringement
Privacy Rights
Trademark
Patent Law
Explanation - Documentaries must respect privacy rights and obtain consent when featuring identifiable individuals.
Correct answer is: Privacy Rights
Q.20 Which law affects content moderation on social media platforms?
Communications Decency Act Section 230
Copyright Law
Trademark Law
Defamation Law
Explanation - Section 230 protects platforms from liability for user-generated content while allowing them to moderate in good faith.
Correct answer is: Communications Decency Act Section 230
Q.21 In entertainment law, residual payments refer to:
Taxes on entertainment income
Ongoing royalties to performers
Penalties for copyright infringement
Costs for licensing music
Explanation - Residuals are payments made to actors, writers, or other creators when their work is reused or rebroadcast.
Correct answer is: Ongoing royalties to performers
Q.22 Which of the following is illegal without permission in media productions?
Using copyrighted footage
Filming in public spaces
Interviewing people
Using royalty-free music
Explanation - Using copyrighted material without permission or a license is illegal and constitutes copyright infringement.
Correct answer is: Using copyrighted footage
Q.23 Which of the following is regulated under the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA)?
Circumventing digital copyright protections
Trademark registration
Public domain works
Defamation online
Explanation - The DMCA criminalizes the circumvention of digital rights management (DRM) systems and establishes safe harbor for online platforms.
Correct answer is: Circumventing digital copyright protections
Q.24 A media company wants to license a book for adaptation into a film. What must they obtain?
Trademark License
Copyright License
Patent License
Right of Publicity
Explanation - They need permission from the copyright holder to legally adapt the book into a film.
Correct answer is: Copyright License
Q.25 Which legal risk is associated with using deepfake technology in films?
Right of Publicity Violation
Defamation
Privacy Violation
All of the above
Explanation - Deepfakes can lead to multiple legal issues including misuse of someone's likeness, false representation, and invasion of privacy.
Correct answer is: All of the above