The Maritime Anti-Piracy Act, 2022, received the assent of the President on ________.  

Key Points

• The Maritime Anti-Piracy Act, 2022 received the assent of the President on Tue Jan 31 2023 00:00:00 GMT+0530 (India Standard Time).
• The Act aims to provide an effective legal framework to combat piracy and ensure the safety and security of maritime trade routes.
• It defines piracy and prescribes stringent punishments for those involved in such activities.
• The Act aligns with India's commitment to international conventions and treaties on maritime safety and security.

Additional Information

• Piracy is defined under the Act as any illegal act of violence, detention, or depredation committed for private ends by the crew or passengers of a private ship or aircraft, and directed on the high seas against another ship or aircraft, or against persons or property on board such ship or aircraft.
• The Act extends to the Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) of India and applies to all persons irrespective of their nationality.
• The legislation also provides for the establishment of designated courts for the speedy trial of piracy-related offenses.