G eographical Indications (G.I.)
Geographical Indications are signs used on products with specific geographical origins and qualities or reputations due to that origin.
Geographical Indications protect the unique qualities and reputation of products that originate from specific regions. Governed by the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, GIs help preserve cultural heritage and promote economic prosperity. Our team at KD Lex Chambers LLP assists with the registration and protection of GIs, ensuring that only products originating from the designated areas can use the geographical name. This protects the integrity and value of your products in the marketplace.
Geographical Indication Registration
We assist you in protecting your Geographical Indication of your companies or societies through registration as per law with the concerned authorities in a hassle-free manner, in the shortest possible time.
Geographical Indications (GI) Litigation:
GI infringement occurs when a product falsely claims to originate from a specific geographical area. Our firm handles GI litigation, through the following remedies:
- Infringement Actions: Seeking injunctions and damages for unauthorized use, through competent law enforcement authorities.
- Rectification Proceedings: Correcting the GI Register by pursuing removal of incorrect entries.
- Infringement of Geographical Indication: When a second party infringes upon your original geographical indication.
- Cancellation of Geographical Indication: The matters which require cancellation of another’s registered Geographical Indication.
The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999, regulates and provides an oversight with respect to the registration and protection of Geographical Indication signs in India.
Why G.I. Registration?
- This ensures that only products originating from the designated areas can use the geographical name. This protects the integrity and value of your products in the marketplace.
- GIs help preserve cultural heritage and promote regional economic prosperity.