The Universal Copyright Convention (UCC) is an international agreement created to protect the rights of authors and creators across countries. It was adopted in 1952 […]
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13. Piracy of Designs.
Piracy of designs refers to the unauthorized copying, imitation, or reproduction of a registered design without the creator’s consent. This violation of design rights affects […]
11. Evergreening of Patents
Evergreening of patents refers to the practice where patent holders, especially pharmaceutical companies, try to extend the life of their patents beyond the standard 20 […]
10.Neighbouring Rights
Neighbouring Rights, also known as related rights, are a category of intellectual property rights granted to individuals and entities that contribute to the creation, performance, […]
9. Patent Co-operation Treaty
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) is an international treaty that simplifies the process of applying for patent protection in multiple countries. It was established in […]
8.Compulsory Licence
A compulsory licence is a legal permission given by a government to use a patented product or process without the consent of the patent holder. […]
5. Copyright Board
The Government of India established the Copyright Board as a quasi-judicial body under the Copyright Act, 1957. Its primary role is to resolve copyright-related disputes […]
4. Broadcast Reproduction
Broadcast reproduction refers to the copying, recording, or rebroadcasting of content that has been transmitted to the public by radio, television, or online streaming platforms. […]
2.Geographical Indication of Goods.
A Geographical Indication (GI) is a type of intellectual property right given to products that originate from a specific place and possess qualities, reputation, or […]
1. New Plant Variety
New Plant Variety – Definition and Importance A New Plant Variety refers to a plant species that is distinct, uniform, and stable, and that no […]