The term of Patent protection is
Question and options
The term of Patent protection is
- 7 years
- 14 years
- 20 years
- 50 years
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - 20 years
Under Section 53 of the Patents Act, 1970 (and TRIPS Article 33), a patent lasts 20 years from the filing date.
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