Intellectual property theft in India can encompass various forms of infringement, including copyright infringement, patent infringement, trademark infringement, and trade secret theft. The punishments for intellectual property theft depend on the specific type of infringement and the applicable laws. Here are some key provisions related to intellectual property theft under different laws in India: Copyright Infringement (Copyright Act, 1957): Punishment: Copyright infringement is a civil offense, but in certain cases, it can also be a criminal offense. The punishment for criminal copyright infringement under Section 63 of the Copyright Act includes imprisonment for a term that may extend to three years and a fine that may extend to two lakh rupees. Patent Infringement (Patents Act, 1970): Punishment: Patent infringement is primarily a civil offense. The patent owner can file a civil suit for damages, injunctions, or other reliefs. Criminal penalties may apply under certain circumstances, but these are generally less common. Trademark Infringement (Trade Marks Act, 1999): Punishment: Trademark infringement can result in both civil and criminal liabilities. The civil remedies include damages, injunctions, and orders for the delivery of infringing goods. Criminal penalties under Section 103 of the Trade Marks Act include imprisonment for a term that may extend to three years or a fine or both. Trade Secret Theft (Common Law and Contract Law): Punishment: Trade secrets are primarily protected under common law and contractual obligations. Civil remedies, such as damages and injunctions, are available to the injured party in case of trade secret theft. Criminal proceedings may also be initiated under certain circumstances.