M/S.D.R.Raanka Bros vs Mr.Om Prakash on 24 May, 2023
48. Here the point is in relation to relative strength
of the parties on the question of “passing off”. As
discussed under Point 5, the proof of resemblance or
similarity in case of passing off and infringement
are different. In a passing-off action, additions, get-
up or trade-dress might be relevant to enable the
defendant to escape. In infringement cases, such
facts do not assume relevance. [See Durga Dutt
Sharma v. Navaratna Pharmaceutical Laboratories
[AIR 1965 SC 980] , Ruston & Hornsby Ltd. v.
Zamindara Engg. Co. [(1969) 2 SCC 727 : AIR
1970 SC 1649] and Wander Ltd. v. Antox India (P)
Ltd. [1990 Supp SCC 727] ]