Section 3(D) And the Novartis Case Unveiling The Power And Controversy In India’s Patent Law

INTRODUCTION The Indian Patent Act, 1970 lays down the foundation for the country’s patent system and defines what can and cannot be protected as an invention. Among its several provisions, Section 3 plays a key role as it lists out matters that are not considered patentable inventions, covering a wide range of exclusions from Sections 3(a) to 3(p).  Out of these, Section 3(d) has attracted the most attention, particularly in the pharmaceutical industry. This provision was introduced to...