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The Jammu and Kashmir Ferry Boats Control Act, 1971

The Jammu and Kashmir Ferry Boats Control Act, 1971

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The Jammu and Kashmir Ferry Boats Control Act, 1971, regulates all commercial and private water transport vessels, including traditional boats, rafts, and motor launches, operating on designated watercourses. It applies directly to vessel operators, passengers, and government leaseholders within the Union territory. This legislation is crucial because it protects public safety by establishing licensing requirements, vessel capacity rules, and standard safety equipment guidelines. Additionally, it prevents public exploitation by controlling fares, manages health risks by restricting infectious transport, and enforces these rules using fines of up to one thousand rupees to ensure strict operator compliance and secure passenger safety.

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  1. 1. Short title, extent and commencement.
  2. 2. Definitions.
  3. 3. Regulation of ferries and ferry boats.
  4. 4. Power of delegation.
  5. 5. Penalty.

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