[July-23]
GITAM (Deemed to be University)
[CSEN8421]
Pre Ph.D Examination
Computer Science & Engineering
BLOCK CHAIN TECHNOLOGY
(Effective from the admitted batch 2021–22)
Time: 2 Hours Max.Marks: 30
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Instructions: Each unit carries 6 marks.
Answer one question from each unit.
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UNIT-I
1. Explain how cryptocurrency works? What is the role of blockchain
technology in cryptocurrency?
OR
2. Analyse the pros and cons of different consensus protocols used in
public and private blockchain networks.
UNIT-II
3. Prepare a usecase to describe how blockchain can be applied for
digital identity verification through smart contracts.
OR
4. Describe the role of blockchain in MOOOCs through use cases.
UNIT-III
5. Differentiate between fungible tokens and NFTs.
OR
6. Explain how coin drop can be used as strategy for public adoption of
cryptocurrencies.
UNIT-IV
7. What is demurrage currency? How can you create blockchain
environment to implement demurrage currency?
OR
8. Analyse the differences between FoldingCoin and Campuscoin.
UNIT-V
9. What is ransomware? Explain how can it affect the blockchain
environment through examples.
OR
10. What is the role of government regulations in adopting blockchain
technology in India?
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