A trademark is a unique symbol, word, phrase, design, or combination of these elements that identifies and distinguishes the goods or services of one business from those of others. It acts as a brand identifier, helping consumers recognize the source and quality of a product or service.
Trademark registration is the legal process of securing exclusive rights to use a trademark for specific goods or services. In India, trademarks are governed by the Trade Marks Act, 1999 and registered through the Office of the Controller General of Patents, Designs and Trade Marks.
Once registered, a trademark owner gains:
Exclusive rights to use the mark in connection with the goods or services specified.
Legal protection against unauthorized use or imitation.
The ability to license, assign, or sell the trademark.
A registered trademark in India is valid for 10 years from the date of application and can be renewed indefinitely for successive 10-year periods.
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