The Carriage by Air Act, 1972

The Carriage by Air Act, 1972 was enacted to regulate and standardize the laws relating to carriage of passengers, baggage, and goods by air, as well as to provide for the liability of air carriers in case of any damages caused during air travel. The Act applies to all air carriers and aircraft that operate within India, and also provides for the rules and regulations that must be followed for the safe and efficient operation of air transport services. The Act lays down the liability of air carriers in case of accidents, death, or injury to passengers, and also provides for compensation in case of loss, damage or delay in the carriage of goods by air. The Act also establishes the rights and liabilities of air carriers and passengers, as well as the jurisdiction of courts in case of disputes.