This conference creates and facilitates a stimulating environment for the development and exchange of ideas in the management of IPR with special emphasis on emerging economies problems given a dynamic global environment. The conference aims at linking creation and protection of knowledge capital to improvement in the quality of life in the Indian context. The themes chosen focus on broad areas intended to cover the whole spectrum of issues related to knowledge capital in diverse areas. Economy stresses the need for research, education and advocacy on IPRs to enhance standards of living.