Maritime Jurisdiction and Admiralty Law in India
Author: Samareshwar Mahanty
Year: 2017
About the Book:
A detailed and comprehensive commentary on maritime liens, torts, collisions at sea, charter-parties, mortgages, limitation of liability, and maritime safety, this book serves as an authoritative resource on Maritime and Admiralty Law in India.
Following the success of its first edition (2009), which was reprinted multiple times, this updated second edition consolidates the latest legal developments in Indian and international maritime law. It also introduces a new chapter on Maritime Safety and Anti-Piracy Actions, along with a discussion on creating a better International Maritime Security Investment Fund.
A major highlight is the detailed analysis of The Admiralty (Jurisdiction and Settlement of Maritime Claims) Act, 2017, which repealed outdated laws such as:
- The Admiralty Court Act, 1861
- The Colonial Courts of Admiralty Act, 1890
- The Colonial Courts of Admiralty (India) Act, 1891
- Relevant provisions of the Letters Patent, 1865
Key Features:
- Comprehensive coverage of maritime claims, collisions, personal injury, and damages
- Analysis of The Admiralty (Jurisdiction and Settlement of Maritime Claims) Act, 2017
- New chapter on Maritime Safety and Anti-Piracy Actions
- Comparative insights into Indian and international maritime law
- Essential for legal practitioners, marine industry professionals, and scholars
Ideal For:
- Maritime & Admiralty Law Practitioners
- Judges & Arbitrators handling shipping disputes
- Academicians & Law Students interested in maritime law
- Shipping Companies & Mercantile Marine Officers
- Policymakers & Legal Researchers in international trade law
Caveat Legalis: Description based on available details—interpret with due diligence!
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