UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, B and D are correct because professional teachers continue to learn, recognise the need to update practices and learn from peers through observation and sharing. C is false since the need for development continues throughout a teaching career as knowledge and contexts change. E is false because professionalism depends on quality of practice and commitment to development, not merely years of service. Thus, A, B and D only is the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A groups A and B but omits D, overlooking collaborative learning through peer observation as a powerful form of professional development. As D is also true, A and B only is incomplete.

Option B:
Option B lists B and D but leaves out A, ignoring the role of individual efforts such as reading and reflection. Therefore B and D only cannot be considered the full set of correct statements.

Option C:
Option C adds C to A, B and D, but C wrongly limits development to early career stages, so A, B, C and D only is invalid.

Option D:
Option D correctly combines A, B and D, capturing ongoing learning, updating and collegial support, while excluding C and E, which reduce the importance of continuous growth. Hence A, B and D only is the correct answer.