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Grounds for Refusal of Trademark Registration – Part 1

Author: Intellepedia
July 22, 2019
Intellectual Property, Trademarks

This post explores the absolute grounds for refusal of trademark registration in India, focusing on Section 9 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999. It discusses distinctiveness requirements and the circumstances under which descriptive or customary marks may be registered.

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Grounds for Refusal of Trademark Registration – Part II

Author: Intellepedia
July 4, 2014
Intellectual Property, Trademarks

This post discusses Section 9(2) of the Trade Marks Act, 1999, examining key grounds for refusing trademark registration in India. It covers deception, religious susceptibilities, obscenity, and legal prohibitions in trademark law.

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