Morality vs. Patentability: Calcutta High Court clarifies scope of Patents Act

Morality & Patentability: Calcutta High Court Clarifies Scope of Patents Act The Calcutta High Court has provided a significant clarification on the intersection of morality and patentability under the Patents Act. The court's ruling likely addressed specific criteria or limitations where inventions, despite being novel and innovative, might be denied patent protection if they are deemed contrary to public order or morality. This decision is crucial for innovators, providing guidance on ethical considerations that factor into the patenting process and the scope of what can be legally patented.