FAQ on Trademark

Frequently Asked Question of Trademark

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1. What is a trademark?

A trademark is a distinctive sign or indicator used by an individual or an organization and is applied to the articles of commerce so as to identify the products of one trader from those of another. 

Simply, a trademark is a warden of a trader.

2. What are the qualities of a good trademark?

A good trademark should possess the following qualities-

*.Easy to pronounce, spell, remember.
*Should be distinctive and should not have deceptive similarity.

*.Should not be descriptive.

*.Laudatory word/words such as best, perfect etcto be avoided.

3. Is the registration of trademark mandatory in India?

No, registration of a Trademark is not mandatory in India but it is advisable to do so.

4. What are the benefits of a registered trademark?

*.Identifies the origin of goods & services.

*.Advertises goods & services.

*.Guards the commercial goodwill of a trader.
*.Protects the innocent public from buying goods of second-rate quality.

5.How is a trademark designated in India? 

A trademark is designated by the following:*.™ (for an unregistered trademark, that is, a mark used to promote or brand goods);

*.® (for a registered trademark)