Bring out the circumstances in 2005 which forced amendment to section 3(d) in the Indian Patent Law, 1970. Discuss how it has been utilized by the Supreme court in its judgment rejecting Novartis patent application for “Glivec “. Discuss briefly the pros and cons of the decision. (250 Words, 15 Marks)
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Bring out the circumstances in 2005 which forced amendment to section 3(d) in the Indian Patent Law, 1970. Discuss how it has been utilized by the Supreme court in its judgment rejecting Novartis patent application for “Glivec “. Discuss briefly the pros and cons of the decision. (250 Words, 15 Marks)

In 2005, significant circumstances prompted the amendment to Section 3(d) of the Indian Patent Law, 1970. This provision was introduced to address concerns regarding evergreening