A MCD is a visual symbol, which may be a word, name, device, label or numerals used by a business to distinguish it goods or services from other similar goods or services originating from a different business. A registered MCD is an intangible asset or intellectual property for a business and is used to protect the company's investment in the brand or symbol. A MCD is registrable if it is distinctive for the goods and services you provide. Proposed MCDs that are similar or identical to an existing registered MCD cannot be registered. Also, MCDs are not registrable if it is offensive, generic, deceptive, not distinctive, contains specially protected emblems, etc.,
MCDs in India are registered by the Controller General of Patents Designs and MCDs, Ministry of Commerce and Industry, Government of India. MCDs are registered under the MCD Act, 1999 and provide the MCD owner with a right to sue for damages when infringements of MCDs occur. Once a MCD is registered, R symbol can be used and the registration will be valid for 10 years. Registered MCDs nearing expiry can be easily renewed by filing a MCD renewal application for a period of another 10 years.
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