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1. Patentability in India
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Patentability requirements
• Patentable subject matter
• Industrial Applicability
• Novelty
• Inventive Step
• Specification

3. Patentable Subject Matter
• Product or Process - Section 2(1)(j)
• Computer Program
• Genetically modified pig
• Business method
• Massage technique
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4. Exclusions
• Section 3(d)
• New form
• Efficacy
• New property or use
• Mere use of known process
• New product
• New reactant
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5. Exclusions
• Explanation: Salts, Esters, Ethers,
Polymorphs, Metabolites, Pure forms,
Particle size, Isomers, Mixture of isomers,
Complexes, Combinations and other
Derivatives of a known substance
considered same substance
• Efficacy
• Novartis case
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6. Exclusions
• Plants, Animals and Parts (Section 3(j))
• Computer Programs Per Se (Section 3(k)
• Medical Methods (Section 3(i))
• Traditional Knowledge (Section 3(p))
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7. Exclusions
Aamir identifies the gene responsible for
skin colour in sheep. He modifies the gene
sequence to produce luminisence when the
sheep is ready for slaughter. He inserts the
gene using standard techniques, and
produces sheep including the modified gene
sequence.
Patentable Subject Matter?
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8. Exclusions
Raghu develops a method of massaging by
integrating traditional thai sequences, yoga
practices, meditation methods, and tailor
made music to enhance rejuvenation and
relaxation.
Patentable Subject Matter?
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9. Exclusions
Deva makes a device for enhancing sexual
pleasure during intercourse. The device can
be used by all genders.
Patentable Subject Matter?
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10. Industrial Applicability
• Section 2(1)(ac) - Capable of Industrial
Application
• Make
• Use
• Repeat
• Industry
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11. Industrial Applicability
Neo invents a method of making a dog jump
on four legs.
Helen invents a method of eloping based on
adverse conditions.
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12. Novelty
• Section 2(1)(l) - New Invention
• Prior Publication
• Public Knowledge
• Public Use
• On Sale
• Public Display
• Public Working
• Single prior art reference
• Inherent anticipation
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13. Inventive Step
• Section 2(1)(ja)
• Technical Advance or Economic Significance and
• Not obvious to a person skilled in the Art.
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14. Secondary Indicia
• Commercial Success
• Copying
• Praise by expert
• Unexpected results
• Long felt need
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15. Example
• Invention
• Chair with Wheels
• Prior Art
• Chairs
• Tables with wheels
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16. Example
• Invention
• A composition for treating Rabies. The formulation includes jack fruit
extract, coconut oil and powdered banana leaf.
• Prior Art
• Banana Leaf is known to have anti-viral properties.
• Jack fruit is used to treat delirium and other mental conditions.
• Coconut oil is used to treat open wounds.
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17. Specification
• Section 10
• Written Description
• Enablement
• Best Mode
• Claims
• Object: Notice and Dissemination
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