What is the term of patent protection granted under the

Q: Answer-What is the term of patent protection granted under the Patents Act, 1970?

Under Section 531 of the Patents Act, 1970, the term of every patent granted shall be 20 years from the date of filing of the patent application, regardless of whether it is a provisional or complete specification. This is in line with TRIPS Agreement obligations. It applies to all types of patents filed after 2005, including pharmaceutical and product patents.

Patents Act, 1970?

A 10 years from the date of filing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

B 15 years from the date of grant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

C 20 years from the date of filing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

D 20 years from the date of grant Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

E 25 years from the date of filing Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

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Under Section 53(1) of the Patents Act, 1970, the term of every patent granted shall be 20 years from the date of filing of the patent application, regardless of whether it is a provisional or complete specification. This is in line with TRIPS Agreement obligations. It applies to all types of patents filed after 2005, including pharmaceutical and product patents.

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