Public Interest (Healthcare) Concerns in Indian Patent Regim
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About this course
This course examines the critical interplay between public health and patent laws in India, shedding light on how these regulations impact access to essential medications. It covers topics like the differentiation between lifesaving and lifestyle drugs, the historical development of patent laws in India, and landmark cases like Novartis, all aimed at understanding how patent principles can serve public health interests.
What you'll learn
- understand the implications of patent laws on public health
- analyze the distinction between lifesaving and lifestyle drug patents
- explore the historical evolution of India's patent regime
- evaluate the significance of compulsory licensing and patent evergreening
Course objectives
- to grasp the impact of the Indian patent system on healthcare accessibility
- to critically assess major legal cases influencing patent law
- to understand the role of patents in public health policy
Skills you'll gain
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