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Q1. a) Explain the requirements for the classification of a ship, including the role of classification societies in ensuring compliance with safety and construction standards. (8)

b) Discuss the scenario where a ship is classes by two classification societies. How is this process managed, and who is responsible for conducting statutory surveys and audits in such cases. (8)

Q2. Define substantial corrosion in the context of ship structure and classification requirements. What criteria are used to assess substantial corrosion during inspections? Discuss the steps taken to address substantial corrosion during a renewal survey, including inspection techniques, repair methods, and the role of the classification society in ensuring compliance. (16)

Q3. a) Gender Equality is one of the goals of United Nations Sustainable Development Goals. Discuss the importance of gender diversity in the maritime industry and the challenges faced by women in this sector.(8)

b) Explain the role of the international Maritime Organization (IMO) in promoting gender equality in shipping and elaborate on the initiatives taken by the Indian government to reduce the gender gap in the maritime workforce. (8)

Q4. Maritime industries have taken several initiatives to explore new digital technologies and “3D Printing” is one of such initiatives. With brief introduction on the principles of 3D printing, explain the following:

a) Explain the concept of 3D printing and its working principles (6)

b) Discuss its application in the maritime industry (5)

c) What are the advantages and challenges of using 3D printing technology in the shipping industry sector? (5)

Q5. What are the perils of the sea which are covered in a Marine Insurance contract? What can an insured do to cover a peril other than an insured peril of the sea? Explain with examples. Also enumerate the perils which are covered under a marine insurance contract, but the onus of proof is upon the insurers to prove the assured's want of "due diligence" to avoid the claim. (16)

Q6. The HNS Convention is expected shortly to come into force. Explain the following in respect of this convention.

(a) List and give examples of substances covered under this convention (6)

(b) Types of pollution and subsequent losses or damages which can com under this convention (5)

(c) Why would an oil products tanker probably require to have certificates under all 3 conventions i.e., CLC, Bunker and HNS. (5)

Q7. IMO introduced the EEDl requirements under MARPOL Annex VI Chapter IV for new builds in 2013 as a measure toward the reduction of CO2 emissions from shipping.

Explain the various design features adopted in the new build vessels to comply with the present EEDI framework under Phase 2 (of 20% -30% reduction). (16)

Q8. Hull & Propeller maintenance is gaining popularity with the recent high stress on the energy efficiency of ships. Write short notes on the following:

(a) Hull Roughness Management. (6)

(b) Condition Based Propeller Maintenance. (5)

(c) Propeller Coating & Polishing. (5)

Q9. An Indian flag vessel collided with another vessel off the coast of India, resulting in the loss of lives, vessel damage, and an oil spill. In accordance with the provisions under the Merchant Shipping Act, what steps should be initiated and who should initiate such steps for the safety of the ships and the marine environment. (16)