Intellectual Property Rights (IPR)

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Definition and Objectives of IPR

IPR protects human creations, including innovations, literary works, designs, and symbols.
It promotes innovation by granting creators exclusive rights.
It encourages fair competition while balancing public interest.
It protects traditional knowledge and cultural heritage.

Patents: Protection for inventions meeting novelty, non-obviousness, and industrial applicability.
Copyrights: Rights over artistic, literary, and creative works.
Trademarks: Distinctive signs or symbols identifying goods/services.
Industrial Designs: Aesthetic and functional designs of products.
Geographical Indications: Protection for products linked to specific regions.
Trade Secrets: Confidential business information protected against unauthorized use.

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The Paris Convention (1883) and the Berne Convention (1886) govern international copyright protection.
The Patent Cooperation Treaty (1970) simplifies global patent application processes.
The Budapest Treaty ensures recognition of microorganism deposits in patent procedures.
The Marrakesh Treaty facilitates access to published works for visually impaired persons.

India ranked 6th globally with 64,480 filings (+15.7% growth in 2023).
Trademark Filings ranked 4th globally with a 6.1% increase in 2023.
Industrial Designs: 36.4% growth in applications, emphasizing product innovation.

National IPR Policy, 2016: A comprehensive framework to streamline IPR laws and procedures.
KAPILA Program: Creates awareness among students and faculty about IP filing processes.
Startup India: Encourages startups to innovate by providing IP support.
ATAL Innovation Mission (AIM): Promotes problem-solving skills and entrepreneurship.
Digital Modernization: Enhances IP processes by digitizing filings.
SPRIHA Program: Strengthens academia’s role in IP awareness and research.