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The application of underwater drones for marine surveillance has gained significant attention in recent years. These remotely operated vehicles offer a unique and cost-effective approach to monitoring and exploring the underwater environment. This literature review provides an overview of the key developments, challenges, and emerging trends in the field of underwater drones for marine surveillance. Underwater drones, encompassing remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) have witnessed significant development, evolving from simple prototypes to advanced and complicated, purpose-built vehicles. The advancements in technology have expanded their applications across diverse domains, including environmental monitoring, maritime security, scientific research, and offshore industries. Critical components of underwater drones, such as propulsion systems, sensors, communication systems, and navigation controls, have undergone substantial innovation, enabling enhanced capabilities for marine surveillance. These technological developments have been instrumental in addressing complex challenges in the underwater realm, but certain limitations, notably power constraints, communication range, and environmental impact, persist.