Section 305 of Merchant Shipping Act, 2025 — Protection of action taken in good faith
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Official Legislative Text
No suit or other legal proceeding shall lie against any person for anything which is in good faith done or intended to be done under this Act.
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FAQ
1. Can I take an official to court for a mistake under Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?
No, Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, states that no legal case can be started against any person for doing something under this law if they acted in good faith, which means they had honest intentions.
2. What does acting in good faith mean in the context of Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025?
In Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, it means the person was genuinely trying to follow the law and had no intention to cause unfair harm or break the rules.
3. Does Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, protect private citizens or just government workers?
Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, protects any person who is performing a duty or action intended to be done under the authority of this Act as long as they act in good faith.
Practice Quiz
Q1.Under Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, what is the primary shield against a lawsuit for a maritime official?
Q2.According to Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, when is a legal proceeding permitted against an officer?
Q3.Under Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, what type of actions are protected from suits?
Q4.If a surveyor wrongly fails a ship's engine under Section 305 of the Merchant Shipping Act, 2025, can the owner sue for the lost time?