UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Communication competency includes skills in speaking,listening and responding in ways that promote understanding. Teachers with strong communication skills can explain concepts clearly,interpret students’ verbal and non-verbal cues and provide suitable feedback. The stem lists exactly these abilities,so it refers to communication competency.

Option A:
Managerial competency relates to organising resources,time and activities,rather than to expressing and interpreting ideas.

Option B:
Communication competency is central to teaching because it shapes classroom interaction and clarity of instruction. Since the stem emphasises clear expression,active listening and appropriate response,communication is the correct option.

Option C:
Technical competency in education usually refers to mastery of subject content or use of technology,which is different from interpersonal communication.

Option D:
Custodial competency would relate to supervision and safety rather than to explanation and listening.