The Maritime Zones of India (Regulation of Fishing by Foreign Vessels) Act

Prohibition of fishing in maritime zones of India by foreign vessels

Grant of licences

Prohibition of fishing by Indian citizens, etc., using foreign vessels

Cancellation or suspension of licence or permit

Foreign vessel entering maritime zones of India without licence or permit to stow  gear

Fishing for scientific research, investigation, etc


REGULATION OF FISHING BY FOREIGN VESSELS


Notwithstanding anything contained in
section 3, the Central Government may, in writing, permit a foreign vessel to be used for fishing within
any maritime zone of India for the purpose of carrying out any scientific research or investigation or for
any experimental fishing in accordance with such terms and conditions as may be prescribed.


LAWGIST

# 8 Fishing for scientific research, investigation, etc