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Is There a Trademark in a Name?

Author: Intellepedia
June 11, 2015
Intellectual Property, Trademarks

This post explores whether a name can serve as a trademark in India, focusing on legal battles involving educational institutions. Analysing the VIT case, it discusses trademark infringement, passing off, and the significance of well known marks in Indian law.

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