FPFF Exit Exam • Set 4 Question 16 of 30
what is piracy?
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Direct Answer
Option B: It an act of robbery or criminal violence at sea
Under UNCLOS Article 101, piracy is defined as any illegal act of violence, detention, or depredation committed for private ends by the crew or passengers of a private vessel against another vessel on the high seas.
All Options
A
It is an act of stealing from a ship while on anchorage
B
It an act of robbery or criminal violence at sea
(Correct Answer)
C
It is an act of robbery or criminal violence in flights
D
It is an Act of robbery or criminal violence in town
Detailed Explanation & Context
Under UNCLOS Article 101, piracy is defined as any illegal act of violence, detention, or depredation committed for private ends by the crew or passengers of a private vessel against another vessel on the high seas.
Relevant Framework: STCW 2010 Manila Amendments • DG Shipping E-Learning & Exit Exam Standards • Fire Prevention & Fire Fighting (FPFF).
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