https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=14431 The article contrasts the Neem and Turmeric episodes to show that documented prior art and proactive engagement with international patent systems prevent appropriation of traditional practices. Neem involved a lengthy challenge and revocation only after significant burden of proof, reflecting India's disadvantage from inadequate documentation. Turmeric succeeded because timely documentary evidence presented by a national research body led to a faster revocation. The piece emphasizes India's subsequent adoption of a defensive strategy-most notably the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library-to provide searchable prior art and facilitate more efficient opposition to patents based on traditional knowledge. en-us Sat, 17 May 2025 08:41:10 +0530 Sat, 17 May 2025 08:41:10 +0530 TaxTMI RSS Generator https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=14431 The article contrasts the Neem and Turmeric episodes to show that documented prior art and proactive engagement with international patent systems prevent appropriation of traditional practices. Neem involved a lengthy challenge and revocation only after significant burden of proof, reflecting India's disadvantage from inadequate documentation. Turmeric succeeded because timely documentary evidence presented by a national research body led to a faster revocation. The piece emphasizes India's subsequent adoption of a defensive strategy-most notably the Traditional Knowledge Digital Library-to provide searchable prior art and facilitate more efficient opposition to patents based on traditional knowledge. Articles Other Topics Sat, 17 May 2025 08:41:10 +0530 https://www.taxtmi.com/article/detailed?id=14431