Section 82 of GIG Act, 1999 : Section 82: Declaration As To Title Of Geographical Indication Not Registrable Under The Registration Act, 1908

GIG Act, 1999

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Explanation using Example

Imagine a local weaver community in India that produces a unique style of handwoven sarees characteristic of their region. They decide to name this unique style "Zariville Weave." The community wants to ensure that this name is associated only with sarees produced in their region, as it signifies a certain quality and reputation. They apply for and successfully register "Zariville Weave" as a geographical indication (GI) under The Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999.

A few years later, a trader from a different r...

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