3. Law Relating to Patents in India

Try these first

1. 1.

   What is a patent?

   Hint

   Think about the exclusivity of a right given for inventions.

2. 2.

   Name one requirement for an invention to be patentable.

   Hint

   What does 'new' mean in this context?

3. 3.

   What is NOT a patentable subject matter?

   • Computer Program
   • New Drug
   • Biotechnological Invention

   Hint

   Think about what is specifically excluded from patentability.

4. 4.

   True or False: A patentee must work their invention in India.

   • True
   • False

   Hint

   Consider what happens if a patentee does not fulfill this obligation.

5. 5.

   Analyze a scenario where a company patents a new plant hybrid. Discuss the implications of this patent under Indian law.

   Hint

   Think about the legal boundaries for biological patents.

6. 6.

   Propose a strategy for a startup to protect its software innovation under Indian patent law.

   Hint

   Consider ways to reframe the application to fit within allowable patent categories.