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Abstract Copyright is a multifaceted legal concept that plays a fundamental role in safeguarding the rights of creators and balancing them with the public interest. This equilibrium is achieved by granting creators exclusive control over their intellectual and artistic works while allowing for specific exceptions and limitations, particularly in the context of educational and scientific endeavors. The time has come to reaffirm the integrity of copyright, which has faced divisive debates in recent years. It is essential to recognize that protecting both creators and consumers of creative works ultimately serves the public interest. This research paper gives an overview into the intricate relationship between creators' interests and the broader public interest, with a specific focus on exceptions to copyright infringement and fair use for educational purposes. It investigates the evolving landscape of copyright exceptions and assesses their current impact. The research problem revolves around the need to attain a balance between copyright protection and the principles of "access" in its various forms. The study examines the evolving nature of copyright exceptions, especially in the realm of educational use, and their implications. It seeks to unravel the complexities arising from the interaction between copyright and other fundamental rights such as privacy, free expression, cultural diversity, cultural development, the right to access information, the right to education, and the emerging right to development. These rights introduce additional layers of complexity and necessitate a delicate equilibrium within the realm of intellectual property protection. Further, this study emphasizes the need to reassess and gain a deeper comprehension of the intricate dimensions of copyright law and its relationship with the wider legal context. It urges for cooperative initiatives aimed at creating well-defined principles and guidelines that both safeguard creators and facilitate education, research, and knowledge accessibility. This collective effort ensures that copyright remains true to its essential purpose of nurturing creativity and the dissemination of knowledge.