This book gives an in-depth analysis of the various facets of international trade, and its regulations by the World Trade Organisation. In addition, it discusses the Multilateral Trade Agreements under the Uruguay Round of multilateral trade negotiations. This edition discusses the development and issues relating to globalization of the economy, trade and the expanding role of WTO.
This masterful analysis of patent law in India, by two of India’s most distinguished jurists, investigates thoroughly the scope of the possible answers to these crucial questions. Recognizing the character of the revolution taking place in patent law globally under the regime of multinational corporations - and India’s central role in its development - Dr. Rao and Dr. Manjula Guru’s analysis focuses on the patenting of substances arising out of advances in biotechnology, genetically engineered products, and computer-related devices. But they do not neglect the practical details of application, registration, and proceedings as constituted under the amended law; in fact, this book is the most detailed and insightful procedural and practice guide to the subject we have. Topics and areas of practice covered include the following: • patent for new use of a known product; • prescribed form of application; • entry in the Register; • powers of the Controller of Patents; • opposition and revocation proceedings; • addition and restoration of lapsed patents; • defences and reliefs in infringement proceedings; • compulsory licensing; • experimental use; • international arrangements for grants of patents simultaneously by several countries; • anti-competitive practices; and • exclusive marketing rights.
This masterful analysis of patent law in India, by two of India's most distinguished jurists, investigates thoroughly the scope of the possible answers to these crucial questions. Recognizing the character of the revolution taking place in patent law globally under the regime of multinational corporations - and India's central role in its development - Dr. Rao and Dr. Manjula Guru's analysis focuses on the patenting of substances arising out of advances in biotechnology, genetically engineered products, and computer-related devices. But they do not neglect the practical details of application, registration, and proceedings as constituted under the amended law; in fact, this book is the most detailed and insightful procedural and practice guide to the subject we have. Topics and areas of practice covered include the following: * patent for new use of a known product; * prescribed form of application; * entry in the Register; * powers of the Controller of Patents; * opposition and revocation proceedings; * addition and restoration of lapsed patents; * defences and reliefs in infringement proceedings; * compulsory licensing; * experimental use; * international arrangements for grants of patents simultaneously by several countries; * anti-competitive practices; and * exclusive marketing rights.
Biotechnology, IPRs and Biodiversity" discusses the background of the signing of the Convention on Biodiversity, examines the various articles of CBD, and provides a detailed analysis on the Cartagena Protocol on Biodiversity while also dealing with the various meetings, discussions and treaties on the subject. Leading to a better understanding on this complex and complicated issue, especially from a developing country's point of view, this volume will serve, equally, students and scholars of international business, law, strategic management as well as lawyers, policy analysts and NGOs.
This book has been divided into two sections for easy reading. While the first section gives the essence of WTO Agreements, the second section deals extensively with trade disputes between Member Countries including many involving India. Readers will find it easier to understand the objectives and functioning of WTO after going through the case studies, which also contain additional information on the organisation's core principles and agreements. Thus, the two sections, which can be read independent of each other, reinforce the understanding of the subject.Additional and latest information in the form of boxes, illustrations and tables has been given for a better understanding of the impact of WTO on the policies of Member Countries, and particularly that of India.A detailed glossary, 'snapshot' summaries of case studies, web-based exercises, informative annexures and an index of important words for easy reference besides a list of abbreviations have been given to enable the reader to get a comprehensive understanding of the 'complex' organisation that WTO is.This book is intended to be useful for all those who are interested in knowing more about current issues facing the World Trade Organisation, including those in academia, chambers of commerce, industry organisations and corporate houses.
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