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Procedure for Obtaining Design Protection – Detailed Analysis 1. Introduction Design protection gives the creator exclusive rights over the aesthetic appearance of an industrial product. In India, this protection is provided under the Designs Act, 2000 . Procedure ensures legally valid registration , prevents infringement, and protects the designer’s commercial and creative interests. Simply put: Registration makes your design legally recognized and enforceable . 2. Steps for Obtaining Design Protection The procedure can be divided into five main steps : Step 1: Application for Registration (Section 6) File an application to the Controller of Designs . Requirements: Applicant Details: Name, address, nationality. Representation of Design: Drawings, photographs, or technical sketches showing the design clearly. Title of Design: Short descriptive name. Article Description: The product to which the design is applied. Statement of Novelty: Declaration that th...