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1. PROTECTION OF TRADITIONAL KNOWLEDGE
IN INDIA: BRIDGING THE GAP BETWEEN
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY LAW AND
INDIGENOUS COMMUNITIES
Explore the challenges and potential solutions in safeguarding
traditional knowledge of indigenous communities through the lens of
Indian IP laws. Analyze the need for a comprehensive legal
framework to protect traditional knowledge while respecting cultural
rights.

2. AI-GENERATED WORKS AND

COPYRIGHT: EVALUATING
AUTHORSHIP AND OWNERSHIP
Investigate the legal complexities surrounding AI-generated
content in India's copyright law. Discuss issues related to
authorship, ownership, and the scope of protection for
creative works generated by artificial intelligence.

3. BIOPIRACY AND BIOPROSPECTING:

ETHICAL AND LEGAL IMPLICATIONS
FOR BIODIVERSITY IN INDIA
Examine the ethical and legal dimensions of biopiracy and
bioprospecting, focusing on India's rich biodiversity. Assess
the effectiveness of existing laws in preventing exploitation
and promoting fair benefit-sharing with local communities.

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4. GEOGRAPHICAL INDICATIONS (GIS) AND
TRADITIONAL CRAFTS IN INDIA:
BALANCING COMMERCIALIZATION AND
CULTURAL PRESERVATION
Explore the role of geographical indications in protecting traditional
crafts and products in India. Analyze the challenges in maintaining a
balance between commercial exploitation and preserving the
cultural heritage associated with GIs.

5. OPEN SOURCE LICENSING AND ITS

IMPACT ON INNOVATION IN INDIA
Study the influence of open-source licensing models on
innovation in India. Evaluate the legal implications, benefits,
and challenges associated with open-source software and
its compatibility with Indian intellectual property laws.

6. PLANT VARIETY PROTECTION AND

FARMERS' RIGHTS IN INDIA:
EVALUATING THE IMPACT OF PLANT
BREEDERS' RIGHTS
Assess the implementation and effectiveness of plant variety
protection laws concerning farmers' rights in India. Analyze the
balance between protecting plant breeders' rights and ensuring
access to seeds and agricultural resources for farmers.
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7. DIGITAL RIGHTS MANAGEMENT (DRM) IN
INDIA: CHALLENGES AND FUTURE
PROSPECTS

Investigate the legal and technological aspects of digital rights

management in India. Analyze the effectiveness of DRM
systems in safeguarding intellectual property rights in the digital
landscape while considering issues of access and fair use.

8. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND PATENT

LAW: EMERGING TRENDS AND
CHALLENGES IN INDIA
Explore the intersection of AI technology and patent law in
India. Discuss the evolving landscape of patentability
criteria, disclosure requirements, and the impact of AI
innovation on the patent system.

9. FASHION DESIGNS AND INTELLECTUAL

PROPERTY PROTECTION IN INDIA:
ADDRESSING THE GAP
Examine the challenges faced by the fashion industry
concerning intellectual property protection in India. Analyze
potential strategies to bridge the gap between design
innovation and legal protection for fashion designs.

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10. CULTURAL APPROPRIATION AND
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS: CASE
STUDY OF INDIAN CULTURAL
EXPRESSIONS
Investigate instances of cultural appropriation of Indian
cultural elements and artifacts. Analyze the legal remedies
available under intellectual property laws and assess their
effectiveness in preserving cultural integrity.

11.
BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY AND
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY:
STRENGTHENING PROTECTION AND
ENFORCEMENT IN INDIA
Investigate the potential of blockchain technology in
enhancing the security and enforcement of intellectual
property rights in India. Explore its applications in copyright,
patents, and trademark registration and enforcement.

12.
SUI GENERIS PROTECTION FOR
TRADITIONAL CULTURAL
EXPRESSIONS: EXPLORING
ALTERNATIVES WITHIN INDIAN IP LAW
Analyze the need for a sui generis system to protect traditional
cultural expressions in India. Assess the feasibility and
challenges of implementing a specialized legal framework
distinct from conventional intellectual property laws.

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13. DATA PRIVACY, BIG DATA, AND
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS:
INTERPLAY AND REGULATORY
CHALLENGES IN INDIA
Examine the intersection of data privacy laws and intellectual
property rights in the context of big data in India. Evaluate the
legal implications, conflicts, and potential solutions for balancing
data protection with IP rights.

14. GREEN TECHNOLOGY AND PATENT

LAW: ENCOURAGING SUSTAINABLE
INNOVATION IN INDIA
Explore the role of patent laws in promoting green
technology innovation in India. Analyze challenges faced by
inventors in obtaining patents for eco-friendly inventions and
propose strategies to incentivize sustainable innovations.

15. THE ROLE OF COMPETITION LAW IN

BALANCING INNOVATION AND
MONOPOLY IN INTELLECTUAL
PROPERTY RIGHTS
Investigate the interplay between competition law and
intellectual property rights in India. Analyze cases where IP
rights may lead to monopolistic practices and assess the
role of competition law in fostering innovation.
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16. TRADE SECRETS PROTECTION IN INDIA:
STRENGTHENING LEGAL FRAMEWORK
AND ENFORCEMENT MECHANISMS
Evaluate the adequacy of trade secret protection laws in
India. Discuss challenges related to defining, safeguarding,
and enforcing trade secrets, and suggest improvements to
the existing legal framework.

17. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE AND

TRADEMARK LAW: CHALLENGES AND
OPPORTUNITIES IN BRAND
PROTECTION
Examine the impact of AI technologies on trademark law and
brand protection in India. Discuss issues of trademark
infringement, brand dilution, and the implications of AI-
generated content on brand identity.

18. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY ISSUES IN

ENTERTAINMENT STREAMING
SERVICES IN INDIA
Analyze the intellectual property challenges faced by
entertainment streaming platforms in India. Discuss
copyright licensing, content creation, and piracy issues in
the digital streaming industry.

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BIOTECHNOLOGY PATENTS AND
ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS IN INDIA:
NAVIGATING MORAL DILEMMAS
Investigate ethical considerations associated with
biotechnology patents in India. Assess the balance between
encouraging biotechnological innovation and addressing
ethical concerns related to human life, health, and
environment.

20. IPR ENFORCEMENT IN THE DIGITAL

ERA: COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF
INDIAN AND GLOBAL PERSPECTIVES
Conduct a comparative analysis of intellectual property
rights enforcement mechanisms in India and other
jurisdictions in the digital age. Evaluate the effectiveness of
enforcement strategies and propose best practices for
India.

21. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS IN

SPORTS: PROTECTING ATHLETES'
IMAGES AND PERFORMANCES
Investigate the scope of intellectual property rights for
athletes in India. Analyze the legal protection of athletes'
images, performances, and endorsements, considering
challenges and emerging trends.

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22.
IPR IMPLICATIONS OF 3D PRINTING
TECHNOLOGY IN INDIA: LEGAL
CHALLENGES AND POLICY
CONSIDERATIONS
Examine the intersection of 3D printing technology and
intellectual property laws in India. Discuss issues related to
copyright infringement, patent violations, and the impact on
traditional manufacturing.

23. NFTS (NON-FUNGIBLE TOKENS) AND

COPYRIGHT LAW IN INDIA:
CHALLENGES AND REGULATORY
FRAMEWORK
Explore the legal implications of NFTs in the context of
copyright law in India. Analyze ownership rights, licensing,
and challenges posed by the sale and distribution of digital
assets as NFTs.

24. IPR ASPECTS OF GENETIC EDITING

AND CRISPR TECHNOLOGY: LEGAL
AND ETHICAL CONCERNS IN INDIA
Investigate the intellectual property issues arising from
genetic editing technologies like CRISPR in India. Assess the
ethical considerations, patentability, and access to gene-
editing innovations.

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FASHION COUNTERFEITING IN INDIA:
COMBATING PIRACY AND PROTECTING
DESIGNERS' RIGHTS
Analyze the prevalence of counterfeit fashion products in
India and the legal strategies available to protect designers'
rights. Discuss the impact of piracy on the fashion industry
and potential enforcement mechanisms.

26. IPR CHALLENGES IN THE

PHARMACEUTICAL INDUSTRY: ACCESS
TO MEDICINES AND PATENT RIGHTS IN
INDIA
Examine the balance between pharmaceutical patents and
access to affordable medicines in India. Evaluate the impact
of patent laws on drug availability and healthcare
affordability.

27. IPR ISSUES IN E-SPORTS AND GAMING

INDUSTRY IN INDIA: COPYRIGHT,
TRADEMARK, AND LICENSING
Explore the intellectual property challenges specific to the
e-sports and gaming industry in India. Discuss issues related
to game copyright, licensing agreements, and brand
protection.

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TRADITIONAL CULTURAL HERITAGE
PRESERVATION IN THE DIGITAL AGE:
DIGITIZATION, COPYRIGHT, AND
CULTURAL PATRIMONY IN INDIA
Analyze the preservation of India's cultural heritage in the
digital realm. Discuss copyright issues, digital repatriation,
and the protection of cultural artifacts online.

29. AUGMENTED REALITY (AR) AND

INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: LEGAL
IMPLICATIONS AND FUTURE TRENDS IN
INDIA
Investigate the legal aspects of augmented reality
technology in relation to intellectual property rights in India.
Explore copyright, trademark, and patent issues arising from
AR applications.

30. IPR CHALLENGES IN SPACE LAW:

SATELLITE TECHNOLOGY AND
PROTECTION OF INTELLECTUAL
PROPERTY IN INDIA
Examine the intersection of space law and intellectual
property in India's space industry. Discuss issues of satellite
technology, innovation, and the legal protection of space-
related intellectual property.
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31.
IPR CHALLENGES IN THE DIGITAL
HEALTH SECTOR: DATA PRIVACY,
MEDICAL INNOVATIONS, AND
REGULATORY FRAMEWORKS IN INDIA

Explore the complex landscape of intellectual property

rights concerning digital health technologies in India.
Discuss data privacy concerns, patentability of medical
innovations, and regulatory challenges.

32. IPR AND TRADITIONAL MEDICINE:

PROTECTING INDIGENOUS
KNOWLEDGE AND FOLK REMEDIES IN
INDIA
Investigate the protection of traditional medicinal
knowledge and practices under Indian intellectual property
laws. Assess the balance between preserving indigenous
knowledge and encouraging innovation.

33. IPR IMPLICATIONS OF METAVERSE

AND VIRTUAL REALITY (VR)
TECHNOLOGY IN INDIA: LEGAL AND
ETHICAL CONSIDERATIONS
Examine the intellectual property challenges arising from
the metaverse and VR technology in India. Analyze
copyright, trademark, and patent issues in virtual
environments.
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34.
IPR ISSUES IN CYBERSECURITY:
PROTECTING INNOVATIONS AND TRADE
SECRETS IN THE DIGITAL SPACE IN
INDIA
Explore the intersection of intellectual property rights and
cybersecurity in India. Discuss the protection of trade
secrets, innovations, and the legal framework for
cybersecurity-related IP.

35. IPR ENFORCEMENT IN BORDER

CONTROL: STRATEGIES FOR
COMBATING COUNTERFEIT GOODS IN
INDIA
Analyze the challenges and strategies for intellectual
property rights enforcement at Indian borders. Discuss the
role of customs authorities in preventing the entry of
counterfeit goods

36. IPR ASPECTS OF AI-POWERED

BIOMETRIC TECHNOLOGIES: LEGAL
AND ETHICAL DIMENSIONS IN INDIA
Investigate the intellectual property implications of AI-driven
biometric technologies in India. Discuss patenting biometric
innovations and ethical considerations in data handling.

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IPR IN AGRICULTURE: SEED
SOVEREIGNTY, GENETIC RESOURCES,
AND FARMER RIGHTS PROTECTION IN
INDIA
Examine the intellectual property issues in agriculture,
focusing on seed sovereignty, genetic resources, and the
protection of farmers' rights under Indian laws.

38. IPR CHALLENGES IN MEDIA AND

ENTERTAINMENT CONVERGENCE:
STREAMING, LICENSING, AND DIGITAL
DISTRIBUTION IN INDIA
Analyze the challenges related to intellectual property rights
in the converging media and entertainment industry in India.
Discuss licensing, digital distribution, and evolving business
models.

39. IPR IMPLICATIONS OF

CRYPTOCURRENCY AND BLOCKCHAIN
TECHNOLOGY IN INDIA: LEGAL
FRAMEWORK AND INNOVATION

Explore the intellectual property challenges and

opportunities posed by cryptocurrencies and blockchain
technology in India. Discuss patenting blockchain solutions
and regulatory concerns.
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40.
IPR AND CLIMATE CHANGE
TECHNOLOGIES: ENCOURAGING
INNOVATION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL
SOLUTIONS IN INDIA

Investigate the role of intellectual property rights in

incentivizing climate change-related innovations in India.
Discuss patenting green technologies and the balance
between protection and access for environmental solutions.

41. IPR CHALLENGES IN THE SHARING

ECONOMY: LEGAL FRAMEWORKS AND
PROTECTION IN INDIA'S GIG ECONOMY

Investigate the intellectual property issues within the sharing

economy in India. Analyze copyright, trademark, and patent
concerns arising from collaborative consumption platforms.

42. IPR AND ARTIFICIAL GENERAL

INTELLIGENCE (AGI): OWNERSHIP,
LIABILITY, AND LEGAL FRAMEWORK IN
INDIA
Explore the complexities of intellectual property rights
surrounding artificial general intelligence in India. Discuss
ownership rights, liability, and the legal framework for AGI
innovations.
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IPR IMPLICATIONS OF IOT (INTERNET OF
THINGS) DEVICES: PRIVACY, SECURITY,
AND PATENT LAW IN INDIA
Examine the intellectual property challenges associated
with IoT devices in India. Discuss patenting IoT innovations,
data privacy, and security concerns.

44. IPR IN SPORTS BIOMECHANICS AND

WEARABLE TECHNOLOGY: LEGAL
PROTECTION AND INNOVATION IN
INDIA
Investigate the intellectual property issues surrounding
sports biomechanics and wearable technology in India.
Analyze patenting wearable devices and their impact on
sports performance.

45. IPR CHALLENGES IN 5G TECHNOLOGY:

PATENT LICENSING, STANDARD
ESSENTIAL PATENTS (SEPS), AND
REGULATORY COMPLIANCE IN INDIA
Explore the intellectual property challenges posed by 5G
technology in India. Discuss SEP licensing, patent disputes,
and regulatory compliance issues.

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46.
IPR ASPECTS OF CYBER FORENSICS:
LEGAL FRAMEWORK, EVIDENCE, AND
PROTECTION IN INDIA
Analyze the intersection of intellectual property rights and
cyber forensics in India. Discuss the legal framework for
digital evidence, protection of digital assets, and IPR
enforcement.

47. IPR AND CIRCULAR ECONOMY:

PROMOTING INNOVATION AND
SUSTAINABILITY THROUGH LEGAL
FRAMEWORKS IN INDIA
Investigate the role of intellectual property rights in fostering
a circular economy in India. Discuss patents for sustainable
technologies and incentivizing eco-friendly innovations.

48. IPR CHALLENGES IN THE REMOTE

WORK ERA: COPYRIGHT, TRADE
SECRETS, AND CONFIDENTIALITY IN
INDIA
Examine the intellectual property challenges arising from
the remote work setup in India. Discuss copyright issues,
trade secret protection, and confidentiality concerns.

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49.
IPR AND INDIGENOUS DIGITAL CONTENT
CREATION: CULTURAL OWNERSHIP AND
PROTECTION IN INDIA
Explore the intellectual property rights of indigenous digital
content creators in India. Analyze cultural ownership,
copyright protection, and preservation of indigenous digital
heritage.

50. IPR IMPLICATIONS OF ROBOTICS AND

AUTOMATION: LEGAL FRAMEWORK
AND LIABILITY IN INDIA
Investigate the intellectual property issues associated with
robotics and automation technologies in India. Discuss
patenting robotics innovations and liability concerns in
automated systems.

51. IPR CHALLENGES IN VIRTUAL

INFLUENCER MARKETING: COPYRIGHT,
BRANDING, AND ETHICAL
CONSIDERATIONS IN INDIA
Investigate the intellectual property issues related to virtual
influencer marketing in India. Analyze copyright concerns,
brand protection, and ethical considerations in influencer
campaigns.
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