New Delhi, May 16 -- The Central Government has clarified that no licence is required for playing music during weddings and related social festivities.

The clarification comes amid confusion created by certain private agencies claiming that music licences were mandatory for such events.

Citing Section 52(1)(za) of the Copyright Act, the Government said the law clearly exempts playing of sound recordings or live performances during marriage and related social functions from copyright infringement provisions.

The exemption also covers marriage processions and other activities connected with weddings, treating them as part of religious ceremonies.

"There has been no change in law. Music played during marriage processions and related fest...