Different Types Trademarks in India
A trademark of goods or services distinguishes them from other articles of commerce that are similar in nature but originate from a different origin. A trademark is a visual or graphical representation that is unique to a company. The proprietor of a registered trademark reserves exclusive usage rights and can seek relief of infringement against other traders for unlawfully using the trademark as well as demand alimony for damages. This could be a word, signature, name, numerals, device, shapes, labels, colours or a combination of them. Once registered, a trademark should be used or proposed to be used only in relation to goods or services that indicate a connection between the goods or services and the person or entity who has been allowed rights to use the trademark. In India, trademark registrations are governed by Trade Marks Act, 1999 and can be divided into the below categories depending on the characteristics of the mark. Let’s have a look – Word mark A word mark includes lett