Question

The registration of a trade mark, after the commencement of the Trade Marks Act, shall be for a period of how many years?

• A. 3 years
• B. 5 years
• C. 10 years
• D. 20 years

Hint:

Trade mark registration is valid for 10 years and can be renewed from time to time.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Concept: Registration of a trade mark gives statutory protection to the proprietor of the mark. However, such registration is valid only for a fixed period and must be renewed.

Step 1: Understand trade mark registration.
A trade mark identifies goods or services and distinguishes them from those of others. \[ \text{Trade Mark} \Rightarrow \text{Identity of goods or services} \]

Step 2: Recall the period of registration.
Under the Trade Marks Act, registration of a trade mark is valid for ten years. \[ \text{Validity of registration} = 10 \text{ years} \]

Step 3: Understand renewal.
After expiry of the ten-year period, the registration may be renewed according to the provisions of the Act. Therefore, the correct answer is 10 years.