Test Papers / Previous Question Papers of IGNOU BNS109B Maritime History and Commerce June 2005

DIPLOMA IN NAUTICAL SCIENCE

Term-End Examination

June, 2005

BNS-109 (B): QUALIFYING PAPER
(MARITIME HISTORY AND COMMERCE)

Time: 2 hours
Maximum Marks : 100

1. Describe how Indian shipping has changed over the past 100 years, in about 200 words. (20)

2. Describe the responsibilities of : (5x4=20)

(i) Ship Owner
(ii) Agent
(iii) Charterer
(iv) Stevedore

3. Write short notes on : (5x4=20)

(i) Bill of Lading
(ii) Mates Receipt
(iii) Charter Party
(iv) Cargo Plan

4. (a) Name the principal Regulation and Codes which govern safe carriage of cargo on board ships. (10)

(b) Describe the responsibilities of various shipboard personnel for safe carriage of cango. (10)

5. Write short notes on : (5X4=20)

(i) IMO
(ii) Classification Societies
(ii) BIMCO
(iv) OCIMF

6. (a) Distinguish between Liner Trade and Tramp Trade. (10)

(b) Explain briefly the different types of ports. (10)