Geographical Indications
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Protect your unique products with Geographical Indications, ensuring their authenticity and preserving their cultural heritage.
Benefits of Geographical Indications
• Gain the exclusive right to utilize and market products bearing Geographical Indications (GIs).
• Authorized users have the power to pursue legal action against infringements.
• Granting legal protection to Geographical Indications in India.
• Prevents unauthorized usage of Registered Geographical Indications by third parties.
• Boosts exports by safeguarding Indian Geographical Indications from unauthorized exploitation.
• Promotes economic growth for producers of goods originating in specific geographical regions.
Procedure
• Initiate the application filing process.
• Undergo preliminary scrutiny.
• Proceed with examination.
• Respond to show cause notices, if any.
• Publication in the Geographical Indications Journal.
• Address any opposition to Registration.
• Complete the Registration process.
• Ensure timely Renewal.
Documents Required
• Application Form (Available for download).
• Power of Authorization (Stamped on Rs. 100 paper, available for download).
• High-resolution JPG or PDF image of the Logo.
• Memorandum of Association (MOA) between the service provider and applicant.
• List of association members, producers, organizations, or authorities.
• Geographical area of production along with a map.
• Evidence of origin (Historical records).
• Details of the production method showcasing uniqueness.
• Information about the Inspection Body.
• Other relevant documents.
How Vakilify can Assist?
• We provide simplified solutions for Geographical Indication registration.
• While your product may hail from a specific region, our services cater to all geographical areas.
• With a nationwide presence and robust infrastructure, we ensure error-free and timely processing.
FAQs
What is a Geographical Indication (GI)?
A Geographical Indication (GI) is a sign used on products that have a specific geographical origin and possess qualities, reputation, or characteristics that are essentially attributable to that place of origin.
Why is Geographical Indication important?
Geographical Indications provide legal protection to products with unique qualities originating from specific geographical areas. This protection helps prevent unauthorized use of the indication, promotes economic prosperity for producers, and boosts exports.
What is the procedure for obtaining Geographical Indication registration?
The process typically involves filing an application, preliminary scrutiny, examination, responding to any show cause notices, publication in the Geographical Indications Journal, addressing opposition (if any), and completing the registration process.
What documents are required for Geographical Indication registration?
The required documents may include the application form, power of authorization, high-resolution image of the logo, memorandum of association, list of association members, geographical area details, evidence of origin, production method details, and other relevant documents.
How can Vakilify assist with Geographical Indication registration?
Vakilify offers expert legal assistance for Geographical Indication registration, ensuring a seamless process from application filing to registration completion. With our nationwide presence and robust infrastructure, we ensure error-free and timely processing of your registration.