Section 19P of The inland vessels act, 1917 in hindi
- (1)Any person aggrieved by an order--
- (a)refusing to register any inland 1[mechanically propelled vessel] under section 19F; or
- (b)suspending a certificate of registration under section 19N; or
- (c)cancelling a certificate of registration under sub-section (2) of section 19-0, may, within thirty days of the date on which lie receives notice of such order, appeal against it to the State Government.
- (2)The State Government shall cause notice of every such appeal to be given to the registering authority concerned in such manner as may be prescribed, and after giving an opportunity to that authority and to the appellant to be heard shall pass such order thereon as it thinks fit.
Summary
- Any person unhappy with certain registration decisions can file a formal appeal to the State Government.
- Appeals can be made if a registration is refused under section 19F.
- Owners can appeal if their registration certificate is suspended under section 19N.
- Cancellation of registration under section 19O sub-section 2 can also be appealed.
- There is a strict thirty-day time limit to file an appeal after receiving the order notice.
- The State Government must hear from both the appellant and the registering authority before making a final decision.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. How long do I have to appeal a decision under Section 19P of The inland vessels act, 1917?
You must file your appeal within thirty days of the date you receive notice of the order you are contesting under Section 19P of the 1917 Act.
2. Who hears the appeals made under Section 19P of the 1917 Act?
Appeals under Section 19P of The inland vessels act, 1917 are made to and decided by the State Government.
3. Can I appeal if the office refuses to register my boat under Section 19P?
Yes, Section 19P of the 1917 Act allows for appeals against the refusal to register a vessel under section 19F.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Section 19P of The inland vessels act, 1917, which of the following actions can be appealed?
Q2.What is the deadline for filing an appeal under Section 19P of The inland vessels act, 1917?
Q3.According to Section 19P of the 1917 Act, who must the State Government notify when an appeal is filed?
Q4.Combining Section 19P and 19N of The inland vessels act, 1917, if a registering authority believes a vessel has become unfit and suspends its registration, what is the owner's legal remedy?