UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

In most universities, the office that organises examinations, supervises evaluation and declares results is formally headed by the Controller of Examinations. The stem clearly points to this function, so “Examinations” correctly completes the title.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because the Controller of Finance (or Finance Officer) would oversee budgets and financial transactions, not examination processes.

Option B:
Option B is correct as the Controller of Examinations manages scheduling, confidential question paper handling, evaluation and result publication, exactly as described in the stem.

Option C:
Option C is wrong since admissions offices handle applications and enrolments, not the conduct of exams or issue of mark sheets.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because research offices coordinate research projects and funding rather than examination administration.

Statements A, B, C, D and F give a coherent view of university officers. A is true because the Vice-Chancellor leads academic and executive functions. B is true as the Registrar handles records and secretarial duties to councils. C is true since examination systems are usually overseen by a Controller of Examinations. D is true because financial planning and control fall to a Finance Officer. F is true as clarity in delegation supports efficient governance. E is false because statutory officers are answerable to governing bodies such as Executive Council and Court.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it omits F and therefore fails to mention the importance of clearly delegating powers among officers.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it omits C, ignoring the specific role of the Controller of Examinations in academic administration.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it omits A, so it does not explicitly state the central leadership role of the Vice-Chancellor.

Option D:
Option D is correct as it includes A, B, C, D and F, the five true statements about roles and delegation, while excluding E, which wrongly denies accountability of statutory officers.