Question
Legal Studies Question on Intellectual Property Law
Company N slightly altered an already existing medicine ‘M’ and wants to get it patented. Decide:
A
The patent cannot be granted as slight alteration would not amount to novelty.
B
The patent can be granted as it includes novelty because of slight alteration.
C
The patent cannot be granted as this will also amount to evergreening of patents.
D
Both a) and c).
Answer
Both a) and c).
Explanation
Solution
The correct answer is option (D):Both a) and c)..