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Q1. A. One of the objectives of UNCLOS is protection of marine environment and prevention of pollution. Define pollution as per UNCLOS and discuss the key features of obligations of coastal states in this regard.

B. State the 3 main tiers of the oil pollution damage compensation conventions of the IMO. In each case elaborate one who is responsible for payment of compensation. Also, state the source of funds as well as certification required by ship under each tier.

Q2. Explain the following maritime terms: -

A. Charter Party;

B. Freight;

C. Bare Boat charter;

D. Bill of Lading;

E. Lay time,  Demurrage and Off-hire.

Q3. Legal systems in countries around the world generally fall into one of two main categories: common law systems and civil law systems. What is the main difference between the two systems and what are the roles of the lawyer and Judge in each system?

B. How the provisions of International Conventions are given effect in countries following the above system of laws. State and describe with examples.

Q4. A. Explain the different costs that are incurred by a ship owner when his ship is on long term time charter.

B. Write short notes on i. Liner Trade; ii. Charter hire; iii. Notice of readiness; iv. Redelivery of vessel

Q3. With reference to "emergency preparedness", discuss

(i) Search and rescue; (ii) Evacuation of critically injured personnel; (iii) Helicopter operation; (iv) Rescue from enclosed spaces ; (v) Abandon ship

Q6. A. What are the essential elements of preventive maintenance on-board ships.

B. Analyse the link between statutory and classification survey of ship machinery and equipment with respect to routine maintenance and how it is effectively merged in ship’s safety management system under the ISM code.

Q7. Illustrate the salient factors for “onboard training’ and standard of competence as laid out in STCW 95 Chapter III. Underline the specific roles a Chief Engineer needs to perform towards satisfactory training of engine room personnel under the existing and new Regulation.  What will be the criteria for evaluating competence for onboard training by a Chief Engineer?

Q1. The protection of the Marine environment is of utmost importance today.  Discuss;

A. How would you as a Chief Engineer Officer of tanker ensure protection of the environment by compliance with the various Regulation of MARPOL 73/78 Annex l for prevention and control of pollution at sea? B. State requirements for compliance under Annex VI of MARPOL 73/78

Q9. A. Discuss G-8 and G-9 Ballast Water Treatment (BWT) Systems and explain the principle features of any G-9 approved treatment system.

B. You are required to have an existing ship retrofitted with a BWT system. Briefly describe the technical challenges you anticipate and the possible technical options before you.