MER-007 IGNOU Guess Paper 2026-27

MER-007 Guess Paper Term-End Exam (TEE) Preparation

This structured guess paper aligns with the IGNOU CBCS curriculum for MER-007 (Marine Biology and Fisheries Science), incorporating solved previous year questions (June/December sessions) and chapter-wise weightage analysis. Covers high-scoring topics, exam patterns, and time management strategies for the 3-hour TEE.

Key Syllabus Blocks Covered

• Unit 1: Fundamentals of Marine Biology Focus on Marine Ecosystem Structure, Photic Zone Adaptations, and Biogeochemical Cycles (20-25% weightage).
• Unit 3: Fisheries Resource Management Emphasis on Stock Assessment Techniques, Sustainable Yield Models, and Regulatory Frameworks (15-20%).
• Unit 5: Aquaculture Systems Prioritizes Intensive vs. Extensive Culture, Disease Management, and Feed Formulation (18-22%).
• Unit 7: Marine Pollution and Conservation Critical for Pollutant Sources, Bioremediation Strategies, and Legal Protections (12-15%).
• Unit 9: Applied Fisheries Science Includes Gear Efficiency Analysis and Post-Harvest Technology (10-12%).

Exam Pattern & Question Weightage

The TEE typically follows this distribution:

• Very Short Answer (VSA) Questions (10 marks): 1-2 questions from each unit (e.g., definitions, diagrams).
• Short Answer (SA) Questions (20 marks): 4-5 questions, often from Units 1, 3, and 5 (e.g., case studies on overfishing, aquaculture economics).
• Long Answer (LA) Questions (30 marks): 2-3 questions, prioritizing Units 5 and 7