Section 263
Decision of question whether a vessel falls under this Part.
The Merchant Shipping Act, 2025
About this Act
An Act to consolidate and amend the law relating to merchant shipping to ensure compliance with India's obligation under the maritime treaties and international instruments to which India is a party and also to ensure the development of Indian shipping and efficient maintenance of Indian mercantile marine in a manner best suited to serve the national interest and for matters connected therewith or incidental thereto.
(1) If any question arises as to whether a vessel falls under this Part, it shall be decided by the Director-General and his decision thereon shall be final.
(2) Where the question under sub-section (1) relate to a fishing vessel, the decision shall be made in such manner as may be prescribed.
(2) Where the question under sub-section (1) relate to a fishing vessel, the decision shall be made in such manner as may be prescribed.