It is very important to understand the interface between Competition Law and Intellectual Property at the National and International level. Many feel that such an interface is conflicting in nature.However, this conception is seen as losing significance with time and the new perception regarding the co-existence of both laws makes it clear that not only these two can co-exist but can also complement each other. This paper sets out to analyse that the main objective of both the laws is to improve efficiency and promote consumer welfare. In the long run, both anti-trust and IP law can be seen to operate in parallel regimes.It is very important to understand the interface between Competition Law and Intellectual Property at the National and International level. Many feel that such an interface is conflicting in nature.However, this conception is seen as losing significance with time and the new perception regarding the co-existence of both laws makes it clear that not only these two can co-exist but can also complement each other. This paper sets out to analyse that the main objective of both the laws is to improve efficiency and promote consumer welfare. In the long run, both anti-trust and IP law can be seen to operate in parallel regimes.
Key-words: Competition Law, Intellectual Property Law, Anti Trust, Anti Trust, Co exist, Laws, National, International
