Trade mark

Trade mark

A trade mark (popularly known as brand name in layman’s language) is a visual symbol which may be a word to indicate the source of the goods, a signature, name, device, label, numerals, or combination of colours used, or services, or other articles of commerce to distinguish it from other similar goods or services originating from another.

It is a distinctive sign which identifies certain goods or services as those produced or provided by a specific person or enterprise.

A trade mark provides protection to the owner of the mark by ensuring the exclusive right to use it or to authorize another to use the same in return for payment.

The period of protection varies, but a trade mark can be renewed indefinitely beyond the time limit on payment of additional fees.