Schedule 1 of The inland vessels act, 1917
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Summary
- This schedule lists the specific money amounts to be paid for vessel surveys based on size.
- Fees are calculated based on the tonnage of the mechanically propelled vessel.
- The lowest fee is twenty-five rupees for vessels weighing less than one hundred tons.
- The highest listed fee is one hundred and twenty rupees for vessels of fifteen hundred tons and above.
- Fees increase at specific tonnage milestones, such as two hundred, seven hundred, and one thousand tons.
- These rates apply unless the State Government sets different rates by using its rule-making power.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. What is the survey fee for a vessel over 1500 tons in Schedule 1?
According to Schedule 1 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, the fee is one hundred and twenty rupees.
Test yourself
Q1.Under Schedule 1 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, what is the fee for a vessel of less than 100 tons?
Q2.According to Schedule 1 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, a vessel of 800 tons would pay:
Q3.Under Schedule 1 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917, what is the maximum fee listed for the largest vessels?
Q4.If the State Government publishes a new fee of fifty rupees for small boats in the Gazette under Section 74, what happens to the twenty-five rupee rate in Schedule 1 of the Inland Vessels Act, 1917?