Taxmann's Designs Act 2000 with Rules – Bare Act with Section Notes

Designs Act 2000 with Rules [Bare Act with Section Notes] by Taxmann is a comprehensive legislation in India that governs the protection of industrial designs. This Act repealed the earlier Designs Act 1911 and introduced modern standards for design registration, infringement, cancellation, and other related procedures. With a focus on safeguarding aesthetic and ornamental aspects of products, the Act ensures that the rights of creators and proprietors of unique designs are duly recognised and protected. The Designs Rules 2001 supplement the Act by outlining procedural requirements for filing, examination, publication, opposition, cancellation, and other statutory formalities. Together, they form India's primary legal framework for industrial design protection.

This book is intended for the following audience:

• Designers, Innovators & Creators – Professionals and individuals engaged in creating unique patterns, shapes, configurations, or compositions for articles
• Manufacturers & Businesses – Entities involved in manufacturing or producing articles who wish to protect the distinctive visual appearance of their products
• Legal Practitioners & IP Consultants – Advocates, agents, and consultants specialising in Intellectual Property (IP) who handle design-related filings, disputes, cancellations, or infringement actions
• Startups & Small Entities – Growing businesses that value design innovation and need a clear guide to protect their product designs in a cost-effective manner
• Students & Academics – Law students, researchers, and academics wanting an authoritative text on Indian design law for reference and study

The Present Publication is the 2025 Edition, covering the amended and updated text of the Designs Act [Act No. 16 of 2000] and Rules, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Authoritative Text] Presents the Designs Act, 2000 and the Designs Rules, 2001 in a precise, unaltered 'Bare Act' format, ensuring compliance with official legislative content
• [Updated Coverage] Incorporates the latest amendments, including changes to the Designs Rules with updated fee structures, references to the Locarno Classification, and digital filing provisions
• [Pre-amendment Provisions] Incorporates the text of provisions as they existed prior to the amendment in the respective amendment footnotes, enabling the reader to understand the legal position before the amendment and its applicability during the pre-amendment period
• [Section Notes & Guidance] Highlights essential definitions and principles, providing concise insights for quick reference and practical understanding
• [Procedural Clarity] Contains all key rules, forms, fees, and schedules for filing and maintaining design rights, making it indispensable for both practitioners and registrants
• [User-friendly Layout] Well-structured tabular forms, a detailed subject index, and cross-references for effortless navigation.

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Bare Text of the Act – Each chapter is systematically arranged with easy-to-read typography
• Section-wise Notes – Succinct commentary follows select sections, offering clarity on vital clauses, definitions, and obligations under the law
• Text of Rules – The Designs Rules, 2001 is reproduced in full, covering all operational aspects of design registration
• Schedules & Forms – The final sections and appendices provide the updated fee schedule, classification details (Locarno), sample application forms, and guidelines for their use
• Subject Index & Cross-References – A helpful subject index ensures that references to relevant sections are easy to locate and review