Question

Consider the following statements with respect to Geographical Indication protection
(i) The WTO TRIPs Agreement identifies Geographical Indications as Intellectual Property
(ii) Lucknow Chikankari and Bikaneri Bhujia are recognised Gs in India
(iii) The G registration can be obtained in respect of goods and services
(iv) The G registration is valid for a period of 15 years only and is non-renewableWhich of the statements given above is/are incorrect?

• A. (i) and (ii)
• B. (i), (ii) and (iii)
• C. (iii) and (iv)
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The correct analysis for the given statements is:
- Statement (i) is correct. The WTO TRIPs Agreement does identify Geographical Indications (GIs) as intellectual property.

- Statement (ii) is correct. Lucknow Chikankari and Bikaneri Bhujia are indeed recognized GIs in India.

- Statement (iii) is incorrect. GI protection is available only for goods and not for services. Therefore, registration cannot be obtained for services under the GI Act.

- Statement (iv) is incorrect. The GI registration is valid for an initial period of 10 years and can be renewed indefinitely, making the registration renewable and not limited to 15 years.

Thus, the correct answer is c) (iii) and (iv).