The Indian Tolls Act, 1864

The Indian Tolls Act, 1864 was enacted to regulate the collection of tolls on certain roads and bridges in India. The Act provides for the establishment of tolls on certain roads and bridges for the purpose of raising revenue for the construction, maintenance and repair of such roads and bridges. It also lays down rules and regulations governing the collection of tolls and penalties for the non-payment of tolls. The Act applies to all persons and vehicles using the roads and bridges where tolls are levied, except those exempted by the government. The Act empowers the government to appoint toll collectors and to frame rules for the efficient collection of tolls. It also provides for the appointment of toll officers for the purpose of enforcing the provisions of the Act.