patent laws and filing a patent in pakistan
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What is the purpose of the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT)?

  • To establish a single language for all international patent applications
  • To grant international patents to inventors
  • To provide a unified procedure for filing patent applications in multiple countries (correct)
  • To conduct preliminary examinations of patent applications

    • What is the role of the International Searching Authority (ISA) in the PCT process?

  • Administering matters related to the examination of applications
  • Performing preliminary examinations of patent applications
  • Issuing patents to inventors
  • Conducting searches and providing a written opinion on patentability (correct)

    • Why does a PCT application not result in the grant of a patent?

  • Because there is no such thing as an 'international patent' (correct)
  • Since the PCT application is filed in only one language
  • Because it does not establish a filing date in all contracting states
  • Due to the absence of an International Preliminary Examining Authority (IPEA)

    • What is the next step after filing a PCT application for inventors seeking patent protection?

    <p>Entering into national or regional phases to proceed towards the grant of one or more patents</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which authority administers matters related to the examination of PCT applications and issuance of patents?

    <p>National or regional authorities</p> Signup and view all the answers

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