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Section 60 of The inland vessels act, 1917 in hindi

If any master wilfully fails to give notice, as required by section 32, of any wreck, abandonment, damage, casualty, or loss, he shall be punishable with fine which may extend to five hundred rupees, and, in default of payment of such fine, with simple imprisonment for a term which may extend to three months.

Summary

The person in charge of a boat must report serious accidents to the authorities.
Reports must be made if a boat is wrecked, abandoned, or badly damaged.
If anyone dies on board or if the boat crashes into another vessel, it must be reported.
Captains who fail to report these events face a fine.
If the fine is not paid, the captain can be sent to jail.

Practical examples

1Captain David's boat hits a hidden rock on July 10th and the hull is badly damaged. He doesn't tell the police because he wants to finish his trip. He is later caught and fined 500 rupees.

2A crew member falls into the river and drowns during a voyage. The master, Vijay, fails to notify the police at the next stop. He is fined 500 rupees, but because he cannot pay, the judge sends him to jail for two months.

FAQ

1. Where should a master report a boat accident under Section 60 of the Inland Vessels Act?

While Section 60 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, sets the penalty, it refers to the duty in Section 32 to give notice to the officer in charge of the nearest police station.

2. Can a master be imprisoned under Section 60 of the Inland Vessels Act?

Yes, Section 60 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, allows for simple imprisonment up to three months if the fine for not reporting an accident is not paid.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 60 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, what type of imprisonment is allowed for failing to pay the accident reporting fine?

Q2.To which other section does Section 60 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, refer when discussing the requirement to give notice?

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