SURVEY OF INLAND MECHANICALLY PROPELLED VESSELSCentral

Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917

Before a survey is commenced, the owner or master of the 1[mechanically propelled vessel] to be surveyed shall pay to such officer as the State Government may, by notification in the Official Gazette, appoint in this behalf--

(a)a fee calculated on the tonnage of the 1[mechanically propelled vessel] according to the rates mentioned in Schedule I, or according to any other prescribed rates; and
(b)when the survey is to be made in any place of survey other than Calcutta, Madras 2[or Bombay], such additional fee in respect of the expense (if any) of the journey of the surveyor to the place as the State Government may by such notification direct.

Summary

The owner or master must pay survey fees before the inspection process begins.
Fees are calculated based on the tonnage, or weight capacity, of the vessel according to set rates.
If the survey happens outside of Calcutta, Madras, or Bombay, the owner must pay extra for the surveyor's travel costs.
The State Government appoints specific officers to receive these payments through official notifications.

Practical examples

1Rahul owns a small cargo boat in a remote village far from the main port cities. When he requests a survey, he must pay the standard fee based on his boat's weight plus the cost of the surveyor's bus and train tickets to reach his village.

2Priya operates a passenger ferry in Bombay. Since her vessel is located in one of the three major cities listed in the law, she only pays the tonnage fee and does not have to provide additional money for the surveyor's local travel.

FAQ

1. What are the fees for survey under Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917?

Under Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917, fees include a primary charge based on the vessel's tonnage and potential additional charges for the surveyor's travel expenses if the location is outside major hubs.

2. Who receives the money for a survey under Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917?

Payments must be made to an officer appointed by the State Government as stated in Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917.

3. When must I pay the surveyor under Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917?

According to Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917, the owner or master must pay the required fees before the survey work actually starts.

Test yourself

Q1.Under Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917, how is the primary fee for a vessel survey determined?

Q2.According to Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917, which city is exempt from additional surveyor travel fees?

Q3.If a boat owner refuses to pay the fee mentioned in Section 6 of The inland vessels act, 1917, what happens?

Q4.Under Section 6 and Section 7 of The inland vessels act, 1917, what is the logical order of events for a legal survey?

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