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A total of 30 questions will be included in the paper.
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The total duration of the exam will be 15 minutes.
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Each question will carry 2 marks, with a negative marking of 0.5 marks.
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The top five cadets from the exam will qualify for the hot seat round.
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The exam will be based on nautical subjects and general knowledge.
Hot Seat Round
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A panel of judges will evaluate each cadet based on the questions asked during the round.
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Judges will ask questions within the cadet’s syllabus or semester coverage, including practical knowledge.
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Cadets will be assessed on various qualities as specified in the score sheet provided to the judges.
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Every judge must award marks to each cadet for every question asked.
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There is no minimum or maximum limit on participants; any cadet who fulfills the eligibility criteria may participate.
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Judges may give special remarks for a cadet in the space provided on the score sheet.
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Only one cadet will be declared the winner; there will be no runner-up.
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Each judge will ask only one question to the cadet on the hot seat, based on their area of in