UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Active listening involves giving full attention to students’ words and nonverbal cues, paraphrasing to confirm understanding and asking follow up questions. This enables the teacher to identify misconceptions, emotional concerns or hidden questions and respond appropriately.

Option A:
Option A reflects the diagnostic and supportive purpose of listening, which is essential for responsive, student-centred teaching.

Option B:
Option B, increasing teacher speaking time, contradicts the idea of listening and reduces opportunities for students to contribute.

Option C:
Option C rejects adaptation, whereas active listening actually encourages flexibility based on learner feedback.

Option D:
Option D suppresses disagreement; in contrast, listening should open space for respectful differences that promote critical thinking.