The presentation content includes the following: 1. What is IPR? 2. Need for IPR 3. Types of IPR 4. Case examples

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Prepared by:
Mr.R.Arun Kumar & Mr.M.Santhana Maruthu Pandian
Assistant Professors / Department of Mechanical Engineering
Ramco Institute of Technology, Rajapalayam, Tamil Nadu
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS AND ITS TYPES : IN INDIAN
CONTEXT
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3. AGENDA FOR THE WEBINAR:
Day 1:
 What is Intellectual Property?
 Need of Intellectual Property?
 Types of Intellectual Property?
 Patents & its criteria
 Other forms of IP Rights
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Source:
https://www.nature.com/articles/d41586-018-06619-3

4. INTRODUCTION TO IPR:
 The word Property is always closely associated with society.
 Properties always gives an unique identity to an individual as
well as organization.
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Taj_Mahal
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5. INTRODUCTION TO IPR:
 Economic theory says that the value of a property depends on the
gap between demand and supply.
 This is also applicable to intangible properties as well.
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6. WHAT IS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY?
 A property which is ideated and developed from human intellect
is called ‘Intellectual Property’
 These properties can be in various forms which includes books,
artistic works, inventions.
Source: https://tenor.com/search/i-have-an-idea-gifs
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7. WHAT IS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS?
 Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) helps an individual or an
organization to protect applications of ideas and
information that are of commercial value.
Source: http://www.orblock.com/
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8. WHAT IS INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS?
 IPR in legal sense facilitates the inventor to own, sell, lease
or license a property which is generated from one’s intellect.
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9. NEED FOR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS:
 Prevents infringement by competitors
 Gives complete rights to the inventor legally
 Minimizes needless investment in R&D
 Improves the Innovation index of a country
 Helps the inventor to provide licensing agreement to others
 Gives monetary benefits to the inventor
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10. NEED FOR INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS:
Global Innovation Index, 2020
Source: World Intellectual Property Organization
Country
Score
(out of 100)
Global Rank
Switzerland 66.08 1
Singapore 56.61 8
Republic of Korea 56.11 10
Hong Kong 54.24 11
China 53.28 14
Japan 52.70 16
Malaysia 42.42 33
UAE 41.79 34
Vietnam 37.12 42
Thailand 36.68 44
India 35.59 48
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11. TYPES OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS:
Patents
Trade Marks
Copyrights
Industrial Designs
Geographical Indications
Trade Secrets
Integrated Circuits 11
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12. PATENTS:
 Patent is a type of IPR in a documentary form that gives the
Patentee, sole right to make, use or sell an invention and
preventing others from infringement.
 Patents are granted to inventions which is either product or
process. Or a patent is a right granted for any product or
process which is new, inventive, useful and applicable.
Source:
US Patent No.: 7,631,443 – Wheeled
Shovel with Hinge Apparatus
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13. PATENTS:
Source: https://gfycat.com/hardleanbronco-cricket
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https://giphy.com/gifs/field-cricket-swagger-
zrS3WH7CMqtAA
Non
Tangible
Patent
Tangible
Patent
Paul Hawkins and David Sherry,
Roke Manor Research Ltd, England
Pak vs Eng, April 2001.
Bronte Eckermann,
Zing International Pvt. Ltd., Australia
ICC T20 World Cup, 2014 13
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14. PATENTS:
First Patent in World:
 The first recorded patent for an industrial invention was
granted in 1421 in Florence, Italy to the architect and
engineer Filippo Brunelleschi as a 3 year monopoly. ‘Barge with
hoisting gear used to transport marble’.
Source: https://www.britannica.com/topic/patent
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15. PATENTS:
First Patent in India:
 On March 3, 1856, George Alfred DePenning, a civil engineer,
of Calcutta petitioned for grant of exclusive privileges for his
invention – ‘An Efficient Punkah Pulling Machine’.
Source:
https://aadityapatil.wordpress.com/2015/06/23/the-first-
indian-patent-an-efficient-punkah-pulling-machine/
Source:
https://www.wikiwand.com/en/Punkah
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16. PATENTS:
First Patent in India:
Source:
https://aadityapatil.wordpress.com/2015/06/23/the-first-indian-patent-an-efficient-punkah-pulling-machine/
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17. PATENTS:
Inventor or
Assignee
Source:
https://giphy.com/stickers/montblancworld-montblanc-meisterstuck-meisterstck-3s8YxDF2gfwrLnKP4j
https://ulleseit.com/2018/03/21/novel-madness-2018-semifinal-round/
https://www.matsuk12.us/Page/22445
Techno Legal
Document
Government
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18. PATENTS:
Criteria for Patent Grant:
 For an invention to be patented, it has to satisfy three
conditions:
Novel
Inventive
Step
Industrial
Applicability
Source:
https://industryleaders.com.au/functions-events-photo-
gallery/ilfsn-cocktail-function-4-february-2019/
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19. PATENTS:
Criteria for Patent Grant:
1. Novelty:
 The invention must not exist or it must be new and unknown
to the public
 Modified uses of existing processes, machines and composition
of matters or materials are also patentable.
Gem Clip Binder Clip
Source:
https://www.ontimesupplies.com/nsn285
5995-nsn2855995-binder-clip-large-
black-silver-dozen.html
Source:
https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/
File:Clip.jpg
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20. PATENTS:
Criteria for Patent Grant:
2. Inventive Step:
 Non – obvious / inventive step means there should not be a
mere improvement from prior state of art.
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Source:
https://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Clip#/media/
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21. PATENTS:
Criteria for Patent Grant:
3. Industrial Applicability:
 Ability to manufacture.
Source: https://time.com/4572079/best-inventions-2016/
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22. PATENTS:
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Source
https://www.desertcart.in/products/57384186-jjtgs-sun-shelters-beach-clamp-chair-umbrella-
baby-carriage-umbrella-and-all-position-umbrella-with-universal-clamp-chairbrella-umbrella-
shade-for-folding-chairs-blue

23. PATENTS:
 Clears Industrial Applicability
 Clears Novelty
 Doesn’t clears Inventive Step
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Source
https://powersponsorship.com/five-reasons-
sponsors-should-consider-an-umbrella-portfolio/
Source
https://www.my-deco-
shop.com/en/armchairs/2074-armchair-about-
chair-ref-aac153-soft.html

24. PATENTS:
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Source
https://www.amazon.com/XXHDEE-Outdoor-
Leisure-Umbrella-Portable/dp/B07ZWDF9G9

25. PATENTS:
Types – Product patent and process patent
Examples of Patent:
Examples
Manufactured
article Machine
Source
https://blogs.solidworks.com/tech/2016/09/s
olidworks-part-reviewer-nail-clippers-
tutorial.html
Source
https://tenor.com/view/old-television-
1salve-tv-gif-12646887
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26. PATENTS:
Examples of Patent:
Examples
Composition
of matter
Process of
manufacturing
Source
http://dev.odelayfilms.com/work/nippon-paint/
Source
https://giphy.com/explore/oil-refinery
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27. NON PATENTABLE INVENTIONS:
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Source:
https://www.saddlespace.org/whittake
rm/science/cms_page/view/7795341
Source:
https://byjus.com/biology/biodiv
ersity-in-plants-and-animals/
Source:
https://medcureindia.com/
treatments
Source:
https://cnduk.org/resources/links-
nuclear-power-nuclear-weapons/
Source:
https://www.goldenrestaura
ntmarketing.com/excellent-
plan-for-restaurant/
Source:
https://www.canarie.ca/soft
ware/

28. PATENTS:
A Quick questionnaire – Eligible for patent?
A method for treatment of cancer?
No
Polyurethane foam coated with silver nano particles?
Yes
A micro-organism existing in nature?
No
Automated transmission system for an automobile?
Yes
Mobile Phone with a Stethoscope?
Yes
An improved cricket ball throwing machine?
Yes
Law of gravity
No
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29. PATENT IS NOT A BIG DEAL:
Note: 90% of the patents are for improvements to existing patented
inventions.
E.g.: Cricket helmet (Stem Guard by Masuri Group Ltd., England)
Source
https://imgur.com/gall
ery/7tBr4Mh
Source
https://www.express.co.uk/
sport/cricket/540629/Phil-
Hughes-death-cricket
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30. PATENT IS NOT A BIG DEAL:
Note: 90% of the patents are for improvements to existing patented
inventions.
E.g.: Cricket helmet (Stem Guard by Masuri Group Ltd., England)
Source
https://www.lawinsport.com/topics/item/protecting-a-new-protective-cricket-helmet-an-ip-case-study
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31. COPYRIGHTS:
 Copyright is a bundle of exclusive rights granted by law to the
creators to do or authorize the doing of certain acts with regard
to their creations.
 In simple words copyrights enables a creator to protect his/her
creative works of written word, art, music, TV/film, software code,
etc.
 Copyright is a kind of protection against unauthorized use of
one’s work.
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32. COPYRIGHTS:
Examples of copyrights:
Sound
recording
Dramatic
Work
Literary
Work
Artistic
Work
Musical
Work
Cinematog
raphy
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33. COPYRIGHTS:
Various forms of copyrights
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Source: http://www.disney.in/
Source:
https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/21146
5/the-jungle-book-by-rudyard-kipling-introduction-
by-neil-gaiman/

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35. TRADE SECRET:
Source
https://gifer.com/en/8Q4I
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Source
https://3dwarehouse.sketchup.com/model/43f588f24dd4f4862389a54fb53b0765/Logo-Cocacola

36. TRADE SECRET:
Source
http://edition.cnn.com/2014/02/18/business/coca-cola-secret-formula/index.html
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John S. Pemberton (1831–88)

37. TRADE SECRET:
Source
http://edition.cnn.com/2014/02/18/business/coca-cola-secret-formula/index.html
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38. TRADE MARK:
 A trademark is a sign capable of distinguishing the goods or
services of one enterprise from those of other enterprises.
 Trademark is registered for 10 years and can be perpetually
renewed.
Source
https://www.googleimages.com
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39. TRADE MARK:
Difference between ™ & ®:
Example for ™
Source
https://www.medianews4u.com/delhi-offices-lowe-lintas-
linteractive-bag-new-biz-mandate-india-gate-basmati-rice/
Example for ®
Source
https://www.earnieland.com/en-BE/shop/nike

40. TRADE MARK:
Product name or brand name?
Source:
https://www.technobuffalo.com/best-baby-diapers
Source:
https://www.indiamart.com/proddetail/dalda-
vanaspati-20399164955.html
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Vanaspathi
Diaper

41. TRADE MARK:
Product name or brand name?
Source:
https://gfycat.com/conventionalw
astefulisabellinewheatear
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Backhoe loader

42. DESIGN REGISTRATION:
 A design patent covers the aesthetic look of a product i.e.:
ornamental shape or surface treatment of a product.
 The look need not to have functional application.
Source
http://gallery.wacom.com/gallery/54247849/FA
NTA-Something-twisted-is-coming
Source
https://tenor.com/view/pepsi-gif-8178426
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43. DESIGN REGISTRATION:
Coke Friendly Twist
Source: http://onapi.gob.do/index.php/invenciones/disenos
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44. DESIGN REGISTRATION:
Identify the brand name
Source: https://www.flipkart.com/indulekha-bringha-selfie-bottle-hair-oil/p/itmf3jyqkr3gxnrd
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45. DESIGN REGISTRATION:
Identify the brand name
Source: http://www.ayyanarenterprises.in/?product=natraj-pencil
Source: https://tradevistas.org/pencils-still-teaching-us-lessons-about-trade/
Source: https://www.snapdeal.com/product/reynolds-white-ball-pen/652388893938
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46. PLANT VARIETY PROTECTION:
 A new plant variety, irrespective of reproduction method can
also be filed under utility patent. IPR law in India paves a way
to protect plant varieties through manipulation of seeds only.
Source: https://giphy.com/gifs/pretty-flower-blossom-8EvcxIrfrz3TG
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47. PLANT VARIETY PROTECTION:
E.g.: BT Cotton by Monsanto Ltd. to resist plant from bollworms.
Source:
https://gfycat.com/conventionalappropriatedormo
use-caterpillar
Source
https://www.indiamart.com/proddetail/hybri
d-cotton-seeds-bollgard-ii-18679348291.html
Source: https://pnghunter.com/png/monsanto-logo/
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48. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS:
Source
https://vajiramias.com/current-affairs/gi-tag-not-extendable-to-unrelated-
business/5c5a9fde1d5def7a8626abd2/
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49. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS:
 A geographical indication (GI) is a tag used on commodities
which have a specific geographical origin and possess
unique qualities or a reputation corresponding to the place of
origin. Has indefinite validity with renewal for every 10 years.
Source
https://krishijagran.com/news/list-of-state-wise-gi-tagged-products-in-india/
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50. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS:
Who can register?
 Any association of persons or producers
 Any Organization/authority established under law which
represent the interests of the producers of the concerned goods.
Source: https://dotnetwebs.in/tamilnadu-handlooms-and-textiles-recruitment-2019/
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51. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS:
Types of GI:
Agricultural products
Manufactured commodities
Handicraft works
Natural and food stuffs
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52. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS:
First GI of India: 2004 – Agricultural
Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Darjeeling_tea#/media/
File:Darjeeling_tea_Logo.png
Source: http://ipindiaservices.gov.in
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53. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS:
First GI of Tamil Nadu: 2004 – Salem fabric – Handicraft
Source: http://ipindiaservices.gov.in
Source:
http://www.esuppliersindia.com/guru-ragavendra-
textiles/checks-woven-fabric-pr1056448-sFP-
swf.html
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54. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS:
Other remarkable GI’s of India: Madurai Malli
Source: http://ipindiaservices.gov.in
Source: https://alchetron.com/Madurai
Source:
http://ipindiaservices.gov.in/GirPublic/Application/Details/238
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55. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS:
Recent GI of India: Kovilpatti Kadalai Mittai
Source: http://ipindiaservices.gov.in
Source:
https://www.villagesnacks.com/product/kovilpatti-
kadalai-mittai-online/
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56. REFERENCES:
 V. Scople Vinod, Managing Intellectual Property, Prentice Hall of India Pvt. Ltd, 2012.
 S.V. Satarkar, Intellectual Property Rights and Copy Rights, Ess Ess Publications, New
Delhi, 2002.
 https://www.greyb.com/patent-databases-best-search-platforms/
 https://ocpatentlawyer.com/patents-make-money/
 http://www.ipindia.nic.in/manual-patents.htm
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