This document defines intellectual property rights as the legal rights granted to individuals or entities for their creations or inventions that result from intellectual or creative efforts. It notes that IPR provides protection for intangible assets and allows creators and inventors to use, sell, and control the use of their intellectual creations. The purpose of IPR is to protect innovation and creativity for a limited period, allowing creators and inventors to financially benefit from their work. Key categories of IPR include copyright, patents, trademarks, trade secrets, and industrial designs.