India Plant Variety Protection and Farmers' Rights Act

The India Plant Variety Protection and Farmers' Rights Act, enacted in 2001, aims to promote biodiversity and incentivize plant breeders by granting protections for new plant varieties. It recognizes the rights of farmers to save and reuse seeds from protected varieties, while also ensuring breeders can commercialize their innovations. The law balances fostering innovation with farmers' traditional practices, allowing farmers to continue saving seeds for personal use, provided they do not infringe on breeders' rights. Overall, it promotes sustainable agriculture, encourages research, and respects farmers' contributions within a legal framework.