The Maritime Zones of India (Regulation of Fishing by Foreign Vessels) Act
8Fishing for scientific research, investigation, etc
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.
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REGULATION OF FISHING BY FOREIGN VESSELS
- 3 Prohibition of fishing in maritime zones of India by foreign vessels
- 4 Grant of licences
- 5 Prohibition of fishing by Indian citizens, etc., using foreign vessels
- 6 Cancellation or suspension of licence or permit
- 7 Foreign vessel entering maritime zones of India without licence or permit to stow gear
- 8 Fishing for scientific research, investigation, etc