What is a Trademark?
Short answer
A trademark protects brand identifiers such as words, logos, slogans, shapes, or combinations used in commerce. Registration provides nationwide exclusive use rights and a basis to stop confusingly similar marks.
Definition
A trademark is a sign capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one enterprise from those of another. In India, registration is under the Trade Marks Act, 1999.
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