What is a Trade Secret?
Short answer
India does not have a standalone trade secret statute; protection relies on NDAs, employment agreements, and common law breach of confidence. Trade secrets complement patents when disclosure would destroy value.
Definition
A trade secret is confidential commercial information that derives value from not being generally known and is subject to reasonable steps to keep it secret.
How DuxLegis can help
This glossary entry is for general education under Indian IP law and is not legal advice. For advice on your specific matter, speak with a registered patent agent or IP attorney.