B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 10 Intellectual Property Rights II 2013 Dec Question Paper - KSLU

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UNIT - I

1. Q1 (a) How to determine the infringement of copyright in literary, dramatic, sound recording and broadcasting reproduction right ? State the limitations of exclusive right.
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2. Q1 OR Describe the various modes of transfer of copyright. When compulsory licence can be granted ?
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3. Q1 (b) A drama was playing in an auditorium. Some of the selected audience were invited by open tickets. It includes directors and producers who came there to watch the play as the final product of their efforts. Such a stage play amount to publication. Is copyright subsists in drama ?
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4. Q1 OR Akash an artist, created the statue of Nataraj in red colour with white lines. Mohan another artist who painted the same statue in particular shape and different in colour. Akash came to the conclusion that the statue was a clear imitation of him. He want to claim remedy. Will he succeed in claiming damage ?
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UNIT - II

1. Q2 (a) Define Bio-diversity. State the importance in protection of biological resources.
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2. Q2 OR Critically examine the functions of bio-diversity management committee with reference to knowledge based approach.
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3. Q2 (b) Write a note on : Powers and functions of Central and State Govt.
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4. Q2 OR Write a note on : Protection of traditional knowledge.
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UNIT - III

1. Q3 (a) Explain the conditions required for registration of new plant varieties. When registration can be prohibited ?
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2. Q3 OR Discuss plant breeder's, researcher's and community rights. State the exceptions.
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3. Q3 (b) Write a note on : Upov Convention.
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4. Q3 OR Write a note on : Sui generis system.
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UNIT - IV

1. Q4 (a) Define design. State the requirements of registration of design.
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2. Q4 OR Explain the powers and functions of the controller in registration of designs.
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3. Q4 (b) A textile manufacturer created a certain designs and he displayed them in the showroom. Can it be registerable ?
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4. Q4 OR Write a note on controller.
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UNIT - V

1. Q5 (a) Explain the principal features of Paris Convention and its advantages.
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2. Q5 OR Discuss the rights and duties of contracting parties in making use of genetic resources under the convention on bio-diversity.
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3. Q5 (b) Write a note on : Objectives of TRIP's agreement.
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4. Q5 OR Write a note on : Appellate review.
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