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Two regions in different states share the same name for a handloom saree, and both apply for registration as homonymous geographical indications. Subject to section 7, when may the Registrar register the homonymous indication under the Geographical Indications of Goods (Registration and Protection) Act, 1999?

A homonymous geographical indication may be registered if the Registrar is satisfied, after considering how it can practically be differentiated from other homonymous indications and the need for equitable treatment of the producers, that consumers will not be confused or misled by the registration.

  1. AOnly if the first applicant gives written consent to the second registration
  2. BOnly if the later applicant's goods are of a different class
  3. CAutomatically, since homonymous indications are always registrable
  4. DIf satisfied, after considering the practical conditions of differentiation and the need for equitable treatment of producers, that consumers shall not be confused or misledCorrect

Explanation

Section 10 permits registration if the Registrar, after considering practical differentiation conditions and equitable treatment of producers, is satisfied consumers will not be confused or misled. Consent of the first applicant is not the test, and registration is not automatic.

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