- Explain the meaning, nature, and scope of the Law of the Sea. How has it evolved as a branch of Public International Law?
- Trace the historical development of the Law of the Sea leading to the adoption of the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, 1982.
- Critically analyse the Four Geneva Conventions on the Law of the Sea, 1958. How far did they succeed in codifying customary international law?
- Define the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, 1982 (UNCLOS). Discuss its objectives and significance in contemporary international law.
- Explain the concept of Maritime Zones under UNCLOS, 1982. Discuss the legal regime governing Internal Waters, Territorial Sea, Contiguous Zone, Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ), and High Seas.
- Discuss the legal framework governing the Territorial Sea and Contiguous Zone under international law. What rights and duties do coastal and foreign States possess in these zones?
- Explain the importance of baselines in determining maritime jurisdiction. Discuss different types of baselines recognised under international law.
- Analyse the role and contribution of UNCLOS I (1958) and UNCLOS II (1960) Conferences in the progressive development of international maritime law.
- Examine the balance maintained by UNCLOS, 1982 between the interests of coastal States and the principle of freedom of the seas.
- Critically evaluate the effectiveness of UNCLOS, 1982 in resolving contemporary maritime disputes and regulating ocean resources.
