Corporate Law Published & Fact-Checked 1 Sept 2026

How does a startup protect its proprietary algorithms and trade secrets in India?

India does not have a dedicated trade secret statute, so protection relies on airtight Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs), restrictive covenants in employment contracts, IP assignment clauses, and Section 72 of the IT Act.

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