Special provisions for collective marks

Q: When did Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act come into force?

Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act, cited as Trade Marks Act 61, came into force on 15 Sep 2003, having been enacted on 30 Dec 1999. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

In force From 15 Sep 2003 Act 47 of 1999 As on 17 Oct 2026

Act 47 of 1999 Ministry Commerce and Industry Enacted 30 Dec 1999 In force 15 Sep 2003

Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act, 1999 deals with special provisions for collective marks. The provisions of this Act shall apply to collective marks subject to the provisions contained in this Chapter. The Act came into force on 15 Sep 2003.

(1) The provisions of this Act shall apply to collective marks subject to the provisions contained in this Chapter.
(2) In relation to a collective mark the reference in clause (zb) of sub-section (1) of section 2 to distinguishing the goods or services of one person from those of others shall be construed as a reference to distinguishing the goods or services of members of an association of persons which is the proprietor of the mark from those of others.
Section 61, The Trade Marks Act, 1999 (Act 47 of 1999).

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s. 2 Definitions and interpretation

Questions about Section 61

What does Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act deal with?

Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act is headed "Special provisions for collective marks". The provisions of this Act shall apply to collective marks subject to the provisions contained in this Chapter.

How do I find court cases under Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act?

In judgments and charge sheets this section is written several ways, and each form finds a different set of orders. These search the full text of every order eCourtsIndia holds, best matches first: Trade Marks Act 61, section 61 Trade Marks Act, section 61 of the Trade Marks Act. Each opens the full list of orders on eCourtsIndia, where it can be narrowed by court, year and outcome.

What should I read with Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act, and has it changed?

Its own text turns on section 2 (Definitions and interpretation), so none of them can safely be read on its own.

When did Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act come into force?

Section 61 of the Trade Marks Act, cited as Trade Marks Act 61, came into force on 15 Sep 2003, having been enacted on 30 Dec 1999. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.

Other sections of this Act

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157. Power to make rules1216 words
11. Relative grounds for refusal of registration985 words
47. Removal from register and imposition of limitations on ground of non-use716 words
30. Limits on effect of registered trade mark657 words
29. Infringement of registered trade marks651 words

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