The Designs Act, 2000 with Rules, 2001

This edition of The Designs Act, 2000 (Act 16 of 2000), along with The Designs Rules, 2001, incorporates all amendments notified up to date, including changes introduced vide GSR 45(E) dated 25-1-2021 with effect from 25-1-2021. It serves as an authoritative and up-to-date legal reference for students, practitioners, and professionals dealing with intellectual property law, particularly industrial designs.

The book primarily presents the bare text of the law as enacted, supplemented with short comments to aid clarity and practical understanding, while retaining the statutory precision required for examinations and legal practice. It provides a clear and structured presentation of the complete legislative framework governing the registration, protection, and enforcement of industrial designs in India.

The contents comprehensively cover:
• Preliminary provisions and key definitions under the Designs Act, 2000
• Registrability of designs and conditions for protection
• Procedure for application, registration, and examination of designs
• Rights conferred by registration and duration of copyright in designs
• Cancellation of registration and grounds thereof
• Legal remedies, piracy of registered designs, and penalties
• Powers and functions of the Controller of Designs
• Detailed procedural rules under the Designs Rules, 2001
• Forms, fees, timelines, and compliance requirements under the Rules

This edition is particularly suitable for:
• Intellectual property practitioners and advocates handling design registration and disputes
• Corporate legal and compliance professionals dealing with design protection
• Academicians and researchers referencing current statutory provisions

Whether used for academic preparation, professional practice, or statutory reference, this 2026 edition delivers a reliable and updated text of The Designs Act, 2000 along with the applicable Rules, reflecting the law as it stands today.