Protection of Geographical Indications: An Overview of Select Issues with Particular Reference to India

A comprehensive overview of a range of issues in the context of Geographical Indications (GI) protection, with a particular focus on India. The negotiating history of Trade-Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights (TRIPS) in search of the origin of GI-related provisions, and provides a cogent account of various contours of the World Trade Organisation (WTO) negotiations on GI to date. The Indian GI Act in light of the TRIPS provisions is analysed, portrays the current status of GI registration in India, and offers important policy suggestions for India. [CENTAD WP 8].