Emblem and device the books of emblems and devices are the final categories of symbolic. As per section 3, 4, and entry 7 of the schedule of the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 act xii of 1950, any name or the colorable imitation of names which may suggest or be calculated to suggest i the patronage of the government of india or. The emblems and names prevention of improper use act hereinafter the act came into force by notification by the central government in the official gazette on 1st september, 1950 with the object to prevent the improper use of certain emblems and. Rashi ji, the names and emblems prevention of improper use act, 1950 in its section 3 reads as. Keeping in view the provisions of the aforementioned acts the flag shall not be used for commercial purposes in violation of the emblem and. The board of film certification shall also ensure that the film i is judged in its entirety from the point of. Laws of malaysia act 414 emblems and names prevention of improper use act 1963 list of amendments amending law short title in force from act 160 malaysian currency ringgit 29081975 act 1975 p. Flag code of india, 2002 is an attempt to bring together all such laws, conventions, practices and instructions for. Prohibition of improper use of certain emblems and names. In india, unless there are some pertinent objections raised, a trademark a house mark can now proceed to registration within 810 months. Apply to the concerned roc to ascertain the availability of name in form1 a of general rules and forms along with a fee of rs. Adherence to the emblems and names prevention of improper use. The flag code of india, 2002 is an attempt to bring together all such laws, conventions, practices and instructions for the guidance and benefit of all concerned.
Section 3 of the emblems act provides for prohibition of improper use of certain emblems and names. The emblems and names prevention of improper use act hereinafter the act came into force by notification by the central government in the official gazette on 1st september, 1950 with the object to prevent the improper use of certain emblems and names for professional and commercial purposes. All institutions should forward the names of two persons who are declared the. Institution and other names as prohibited under the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950. The emblems and names prevention of improper use rules, 1982. Apr 23, 2010 rashi ji, the names and emblems prevention of improper use act, 1950 in its section 3 reads as. The name of the partnership firm may include names of the members included in the register of members. Dharma emblem, which are protected under the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 are being prominently displayed and used to create an impression in the minds of the general public, devotees and donors that sri sathya sai university for human excellence is promoted by. Besides, the names so selected should not violate the provisions of the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950. Ministry of consumer affairs, food and public distribution. Emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 7. Flags, emblems, and names protection act 1981 emblems, and.
Flag code of india, 2002 is an attempt to bring together all such laws, conventions, practices and instructions for the guidance and benefit of all concerned. Emblems and names prevention of improper useact,1950. Drugs and cosmetics act, 1940 emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 drugs and magic remedies objectionable advertisements act, 1954 young persons harmful publications act, 1956 consumer protection act, 1986 indecent representation of women prohibition act, 1986. What links here related changes upload file special pages permanent link page. In this act, unless the context otherwise requires. It was recommended when it was being introduced into parliament that protection ought to be extended to coats of arms, but this was not done. The names should not too closely resemble with the name of any other registered company. Short title, extent, application and commencement 1 this act may be called the emblems and names prevention of improper use act 1950 2 it extends to the whole of india, and also applies to citizens of india outside india. Indiana state bird cardinal indiana state tree tulip tree indiana state flower peony indiana state stone salem limestone indiana state river wabash river indiana state poem indiana, by arthur franklin mapes indiana state song on the banks of the wabash, far away, by paul dresser indiana state motto the crossroads of america 1937 general assembly resolution.
The emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 which prohibits the use of india in the name of any entity without prior approval of the government, as it may suggest or be construed to suggest the patronage of the government. This act, like most other laws, can be amended or repealed by a simple majority in parliament. No person shall use or continue to use, for the purpose of any trade, business, calling or profession, or in the title of any patent, or in any trademark or design, any name or emblem specified in the schedule or any colourable imitation thereof without the previous permission of the central government or of such officer of government as. It appears that swamy does have a point, as the emblems and names prevention of improper use act of 1950 forbids use of certain terms for the purpose of any trade, business, calling or profession. Section 52 of the act declares the flag to be the symbol of the realm, government, and people of new zealand. Subramanian swamy has a point, arnab goswamis republic. Such terms are explained and included in the act, and under item 6 of the schedule, the term republic is mentioned subject to. However, i believe we are losing sight of the real issue here.
The flags, emblems, and names act 1981 the flags, emblems, and names protection act 1981 was intended to protect various official and semiofficial emblems, such as the royal crown, from false use. Jun 14, 2010 1 this act may be called the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950. Registration of firms under the indian partnership act. The flags, emblems, and names protection act 1981 governs the usage of the national flag and all other official flags. Use of emblems and names contained in the schedule. This act may be called the emblems and names prevention of. Business details details of your businesstrade name trade name is in contravention of the. Model law on the emblems international committee of the red. Keeping in view the provisions of the aforementioned acts the flag shall not be used for commercial purposes in. Prohibition of improper use of emblems, names and likenesses 1 notwithstanding anything contained in any law for the time being in force, no person shall, except with the written permission of the minister a use any specified emblem, specified name or specified likeness, or. The name and emblem of the international olympic committee consisting of five interlaced rings.
Flags, emblems, and names protection act 1981 legislation. Memorandum of association must have the following clauses. Emblems and names prevention of improper use act 1950. Emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950. Apr 17, 2020 its use is not prohibited under the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950. The emblems and names prevention of improper use bill having been passed by both the houses of parliament, assented by the president on 1st march, 1950. The emblems and names prevention of improper use act. The emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950. Model law on the emblems international committee of the. The emblems and names preventation of improper use act, 1950.
Procedure for registration of an indian private limited company. The name will attract the provisions of emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 under item 7 of schedule, if. The name of the bharat scouts and guides with its emblem. The name and the emblem of the national youth emblem which is in black and white and carries profiles of the faces of two onward looking young personsmale and femaleinscribed within a. This act may be cited as the emblems and names prevention of. The use of word indian and or national andor all india andor all india council andor commission in any part of the name of a technical institution andor any. Emblems and names prevention of improper use rules, 1982. This act may be called the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950. Emblems and s prevention of improper use act 1950 section.
Handbook of accreditation for the government of india schemes. The board of film certification shall also ensure that the film i is judged in its entirety from the point of view of its overall impact. While rohit above might feel justified about his views, mont blanc did get on to the wrong side of trade mark law and the emblems and names prevention of improper use act as you rightly said. Should not be prohibited under the provisions of the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950. B 741982 notification under section 7 19021982 of the emblems and names. The indian emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 hereinafter referred as the emblem act is an act to prevent the improper use of certain emblems and names for professional and commercial purposes. In this act, unless the context otherwise requirest a emblem means any emblem. There is prohibition of use of any name, emblems, official seals specified under the names and emblems act without permission of the appropriate authority. The name, emblem or official seal of the world health organization. An act to prevent the improper use of certain emblems and names for professional and commercial purposes. Had it not been for the prohibition, then only the mahatmas unwillingness to give his consent as far back as. Name clause in the memorandum of association confers protection against subsequent company registration in the same or closely similar name.
This act has been extended to goa, daman and diu by reg. An act to declare the new zealand ensign to be the new zealand flag and to make provision relating to its use and to the use of certain other flags, and to make better provision for the protection of certain names and emblems of royal, national, international, commercial, or other significance. Any change in the name of the institution is required to be submitted to rgnau in advance, and approval obtained before using the new name. Name of the societys organisationsfirms metropol corporation india f.
Provided that the restrictions mentioned above shall not be applicable, if the technical institution is established by government of india or its name is approved by the government of india. The act came into force on 1st september, 1950 and titled as the emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 12 of 1950 and formerly it extent to whole of india other than the. Emblems and names preventionof improperuse act, 1950 such as india maharashtra education society. There is prohibition of the use of the name of the national heroes or other names mentioned in the names and emblem act, 1950. Emblems and names prevention of improper use rules, 1982 pdf. The emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950 by adv. Tbe emblems and names prevention of improper use act, 1950.
Flags, emblems, and names protection act 1981 emblems. Office of communications nasa history program office. The name, emblem or official seal of the united nations organization. Emblems and names prevention of improper use act 1950 is a legislation in force in india.
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