Indian Trade Marks Act of 1958
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What is the main purpose of the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999 in India?

  • To facilitate the easy assignment and transfer of geographical indications.
  • To abolish the concept of geographical indications for goods.
  • To promote fair competition among producers of goods with specific geographical origins. (correct)
  • To encourage global trade of goods without restrictions.
  • Why can Geographical Indications (GI) not be assigned, transmitted, licensed, pledged, or mortgaged?

  • To simplify the registration process for producers.
  • Because they are public property belonging to the concerned goods' consumers.
  • To ensure that the qualities and reputation of the goods remain associated with their specific place of origin. (correct)
  • Because it is illegal to do so under the GI Act of 1999.
  • What does a geographical indication (GI) indicate about a product?

  • The product is produced within a specific country's borders.
  • The quality and reputation of the product are regulated by the government.
  • The product is free from unfair competition laws.
  • The product possesses characteristics essentially linked to its place of origin. (correct)
  • Which of the following is NOT an example of a product with a geographical indication discussed in the text?

    <p>Bangladesh textiles</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does the Geographical Indications Act aim to prevent?

    <p>Unauthorized use of geographical indications by others that could mislead consumers.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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