The February 2016 guidelines clarify that software patents in India are not granted unless connected with novel hardware, in line with section 3k of the Patents Act. These rules provide much-needed clarity for patent applicants and the software industry.
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Letter to the PM against Software patenting
A collective letter to the Prime Minister raises critical issues regarding the 2015 software patenting guidelines, citing potential harm to innovation and conflicts with Indian law. The post analyses stakeholder concerns and the legal implications for the Indian software industry.
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The Indian Patent Office has replaced earlier provisions with new Guidelines for Computer Related Inventions, clarifying patentability criteria under section 3k of the Patents Act. The Guidelines provide definitions and practical examples, offering more clarity and a nuanced approach to software-related patent applications.
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