REGISTRATIONS

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Registrations

Trademark

A Trademark is a unique sign (like a name, logo, or slogan) that distinguishes the goods or services of one entity from those of others. It provides exclusive rights to the owner and prevents unauthorized use by competitors. Trademarks are registered under the Trademarks Act and protect brand identity.

Copyright

Copyright is a form of intellectual property protection granted to the creators of original works of authorship, such as literary, artistic, musical, and dramatic works. It gives the creator exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, and perform their work. Copyrights are registered under the Copyright Act to safeguard creative expression.

Patent

A Patent is an exclusive right granted to inventors for their inventions, providing them with the right to prevent others from making, using, or selling the invention without permission. Patents encourage innovation and are registered under the Patents Act to protect new inventions, processes, or products.

Company Registrations

Private Company

A Private Company is a type of business entity that limits the number of shareholders to 200. It restricts the transferability of shares and prohibits public subscription to its shares and debentures. It is governed by the Companies Act and is suitable for small to medium-sized enterprises looking for limited liability.

Public Company

A Public Company is a company that allows the public to subscribe to its shares. It must have a minimum of seven shareholders and follow stricter regulatory requirements compared to a Private Company. It can raise capital from the public through initial public offerings (IPOs) and is governed by the Companies Act.

LLP (Limited Liability Partnership)

An LLP is a hybrid form of business entity that provides limited liability to its partners. It combines the benefits of a company and a partnership, where partners are not personally liable for the debts of the LLP. It is governed by the LLP Act and is suitable for professional services firms and small businesses.

OPC (One Person Company)

An OPC is a type of private company that can be formed with just one shareholder. It provides limited liability protection to the sole owner, similar to a private company. It is governed by the Companies Act and is ideal for entrepreneurs who want to operate as a single-person entity.

Partnership

A Partnership is a business structure where two or more individuals (partners) manage and operate a business together. Partners share profits, losses, and liabilities as per the partnership deed. It is governed by the Indian Partnership Act and is suitable for small businesses with shared ownership and responsibilities.

Section 8 Company

A Section 8 Company, also known as a Non- Profit Organization (NPO), is formed for promoting art, science, commerce, charity, religion, or any other useful object. It does not distribute profits to its members and is eligible for tax exemptions. It is governed by the Companies Act and is suitable for organizations aiming for social welfare.

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