Comprehensive Guide to Design Registration in India

Design registration in India is governed by the Designs Act, 2000, a crucial piece of legislation that provides legal protection for the aesthetic and ornamental aspects of products. The objective of this Act is to safeguard the visual design of articles, ensuring that creators have exclusive rights over their designs and preventing unauthorized copying. This guide aims to simplify the design registration process, covering the eligibility criteria, prohibited designs, and the role of the Patent Office in facilitating the protection of intellectual property (IP).