Section 2: Interpretation.

(1) In this Act, unless there is anything repugnant in the subject or context,—

(a) “notified area” means any part of the area of the sea and the shores adjoining that area which may be specified in this behalf by notification under section 3;

(b) “prescribed” means prescribed by rules made under this Act;

(c) “seaward artillery practice” means artillery practice or coastal firing towards the sea, whether within or beyond the territorial waters and includes air armament practice;

(d) “vessel” includes any ship, boat, country craft or any other description of vessel. [Omitted]