QUESTION:

Discuss the following topic:

1.What exactly are trademarks, and why are they required?

2.What requirements must a trade mark meet in order to qualify for intellectual property protection?

3.What are the trade mark owner's rights, where are they effective, and how long are they valid?

4.How does one obtain trademark protection?

5.Other distinguishing characteristics

6.Discourse on naming, branding, and the implications for intellectual property protection

Note: Please provide some references of the answer, Thank you