COLREGS

Definition

International Regulations for Preventing Collisions at Sea 1972 — the maritime traffic code governing vessel movement, navigation lights, fog signals, and right-of-way rules

Context for Indian Seafarers

Understanding COLREGS is essential for DG Shipping examinations and practical shipboard operations. This term appears in MEO Class 4 oral exams, 2nd Mate FG assessments, and Function-wise competency tests.

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