Class 1 (Chief Engineer) Engineering Management 📅 Feb 2026

Exam Question

(a) As per UNCLOS what are the sovereign rights and jurisdictions applicable to the coastal state and Flag state of the vessel in various maritime zones of the coastal state? Explain your answer with suitable explanation. (10)

(b) A cadet goes missing from the vessel in the Exclusive Economic zone of India what laws will apply and what actions will be taken as per the applicable laws? (6)

Reference Answer

### (a) Sovereign Rights and Jurisdictions in Maritime Zones (UNCLOS)
As per the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), a clear framework is established defining the rights and jurisdictions of both the Coastal State and the Flag State of a vessel across different maritime zones. This balance ensures the sovereignty of coastal nations while preserving the freedom of navigation.
#### 1. Coastal State Rights and Jurisdiction
The authority of a coastal state diminishes progressively as the distance from its coastline increases.

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