Question : On which date India and Denmark signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to increase cooperation in the area of intellectual property rights ?
(a)26th September 2020
(b)28th August 2020
(c)5th September 2020
(d)15th September 2020
Answer (a)
Related facts
- India and Denmark on Saturday inked a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to increase cooperation in the area of intellectual property rights (IPRs) by exchanging best practices and collaborating in training programmes.
- The two sides will draw up a biennial work plan to implement the MoU which will include detailed planning for carrying out cooperation activities, including scope of action, the Commerce and Industry Ministry said in a statement.
- The MoU aims to increase IP cooperation between the two countries by way of exchange of best practices, experiences and knowledge on IP awareness among authorities, businesses and research and educational institutions, and collaboration in training programmes, exchange of experts, technical exchanges and outreach activities.
- Both the sides would also exchange information and best practices on processes for disposal of applications for patents, trademarks, industrial designs and Geographical Indications, as also for protection, enforcement and use of IP rights.
Parties to the agreement
The MoU was signed between DPIIT(Department for Promotion of Industry and Internal Trade) and Danish Patent and Trademark Office, Ministry of Industry, Business and Financial Affairs, Kingdom of Denmark.
By — Pankaj Pandey.