Design Amendments
India’s Proposed Changes to Design Law: What You Should Know
India is considering major amendments to its design law under the Designs Act, 2000. These changes reflect India’s attempt to modernise its legal framework, address digital innovation, and align with international design systems. For applicants & IP lawyers, these reforms will directly impact…
Summary of the Indian Designs (Amendment) Rules, 2021
The Indian Government has recently notified an amendment to the Designs Rules, 2001. The Designs (Amendment) Rules, 2021 (“the Amendment Rules”), were notified in the Official Gazette on January 25, 2021, and are deemed to be in effect from that date. The Amendment Rules have sought to streamline…