Intellectual Property Law
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Intellectual Property Law

5 units · 23 chapters. Case law integrated, exam ready.

Start with Meaning, Nature and Classification of IP →

  1. Unit 1: Introduction & Classification

    1. 01Meaning, Nature and Classification of IP
    2. 02Significance and Need of Protection of IP
    3. 03Main Forms of Intellectual Property
    4. 04New Forms of Intellectual Property

  2. Unit 2: International Framework

    1. 01Evolution of International Protection of IPRs
    2. 02Paris Convention 1883
    3. 03Berne Convention 1886 and WCT 1996
    4. 04PCT, Madrid System and WIPO Conventions
    5. 05TRIPS Agreement 1994 and Its Impact

  3. Unit 3: Copyright

    1. 01Copyright: Meaning, Nature, History and Significance
    2. 02Subject Matter of Copyright and Idea-Expression Dichotomy
    3. 03Ownership, Assignment and Licensing of Copyright
    4. 04Neighbouring Rights
    5. 05Infringement, Fair Dealing and Remedies

  4. Unit 4: Trademarks & Designs

    1. 01Trademarks: Definition, Kinds and Registration
    2. 02Trademarks: Infringement, Passing Off and Remedies
    3. 03Trademarks and Internet Domain Names
    4. 04Industrial Designs: The Designs Act 2000

  5. Unit 5: Patents

    1. 01Patents: Concept and Historical Overview
    2. 02Patentable Inventions and Exclusions
    3. 03Procedure for Obtaining a Patent
    4. 04Rights, Obligations and Limitations on Patent Rights
    5. 05Patent Infringement and Remedies