Which of the following is a feature of Trade Related Aspects of International Property Rights (TRIPS)?
A) It mandates that patents must be protected for at least 30 years.
B) It requires industrial designs to be protected for at least 25 years.
C) Under it, countries have the right not to patent different processes, such as surgical methods.
D) It prohibits countries from issuing compulsory licenses to force production of a patented product, even if the patent holder's rights are protected.

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TRIPS allows countries to exclude certain processes, such as surgical methods, from patent protection. However, it mandates that patents must be protected for at least 20 years and requires industrial designs to be protected for at least 10 years. It also allows countries to issue compulsory licenses to address public health emergencies and other issues, as long as certain conditions are met. Option A and Option B both mention protection periods longer than those mandated by TRIPS, while Option D is incorrect as TRIPS specifically provides for compulsory licensing under certain circumstances.

Which of the Following Is a Feature of Trade Related