Agriculture has been the backbone of the country- for staples, economy and resources. The field requires liberty, innovation and productivity. We make this possible through a push towards support for Plant Varieties and Farmers’ Rights.
Agriculture has been the backbone of the country- for staples, economy and resources. The field requires liberty, innovation and productivity. We make this possible through a push towards support for Plant Varieties & Farmers’ Rights.
Agriculture is the largest employer and the most important contributor to a nations internal security. Consequently, innovations in the field are of utmost importance, but it is also important that these advancements are available to everybody for the greater good. Escalade
Legal Services has professionals to assist our clients in filing and protecting their new or extant plant varieties within the guidelines of the Plant Variety Authority of India.
Plant Variety protection is a sui generis system with each state having its own unique way and rational to protect the interests of its ecology and farming community. Consequently, farmers rights are closely intertwined with the applicable plant variety protections enforceable locally.The aim of the legislation is not only to encourage innovation and advancements in the field, but also to protect community rights and establish equity amongst all the parties involved when plants and natural resources are being used for the betterment of mankind.
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FAQ
What are the kinds of plants that can be protected?
Plants that are classifies as new variety, extant variety and farmer variety and
conforms to the criteria of novelty, distinctiveness, uniformity, and stability can be
protected.
What is the duration of protection for plants under the act?
The duration of protection depends on the type of plant. Trees and vines get 18 years,
while for other it is 15 years.
Is there a uniform law across the country for plant variety protection?
No. while there is a act by the union government, it is more like a guideline and states
are free to make laws suited for their own local conditions and considerations.
Can anyone register plant variety in India?
No, only an Indian citizen can register plant variety in India.
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General Corporate Advisory
Every business needs to be compliant with the laws of the land to achieve success and to conduct business in a hassle-free manner.
Plant Variety protection is a sui generis system with each state having its own unique way and rational to protect the interests of its ecology and farming community.
Semi-conductor chips and the
electronic circuits that are designed around them are the backbone and the driving
force of the fourth industrial revolution.
Trademarks exist to help differentiate your brands from your competitors and probable imposters who might seek to pass off your hard-earned recognition and goodwill.
The design protection is granted to protect new, original, non-obvious designs on/of manufactured articles, where the said design has no functional or structural impact on the product in question.
Escalade Legal Services takes a multidisciplinary approach towards real-time legal assistance and acts as a one-stop shop for all your legal needs. We specialize to providing IP and Technology support for your Company.
