The Merchant Shipping Act, 1958

Section 451. Power of ship surveyor to inspect ship

In force · As amended up to 2026-08

451. Power of ship surveyor to inspect ship .―Any person holding a certificate granted under section 449 and exercising the profession of a ship surveyor at any port in India may in the execution of his duties go on board a ship and inspect the same and every part thereof and the machinery, equipment and cargo and may require the unloading or removal of any cargo, ballast or tackle.

Source: India Code