Class 1 (Chief Engineer) Engineering Management 📅 Apr 2025

Exam Question

(a) Explain the scope and application of Admiralty Law in India. Discuss the key provisions of the Admiralty (Jurisdiction and Settlement of Maritime Claims) Act, 2017, including the jurisdiction of High Courts and the types of maritime claims recognized. (8)

(b) Who are assessors in the context of Admiralty proceedings? Describe their qualifications, role, and how they assist the court in interpreting technical maritime matters. (8)

Reference Answer

### (a) Scope, Application, and Key Provisions of Admiralty Law in India
#### Scope and Application of Admiralty Law
Admiralty Law in India provides the legal framework for adjudicating maritime disputes. It is a specialized body of law governing contracts, torts (civil wrongs), and other legal matters arising on navigable waters. Its application is defined by geography and vessel flag state:
* **Territorial Jurisdiction**: The law extends to incidents occurring within India's territorial waters, which is defined as 12 nautical miles from the baseline.

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