UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Non verbal communication uses signals other than words,such as gestures,posture and facial expressions,to convey meaning. Raising a hand is a commonly accepted gesture indicating a wish to speak. The meaning is understood without any spoken words,so it is a non verbal cue.

Option A:
Verbal communication requires spoken or written words and is not necessary for this signal.

Option B:
Hence non verbal communication is the most accurate description of the raised hand signal.

Option C:
Written communication would involve text or symbols on paper or screen,which the stem does not mention.

Option D:
Mass communication involves transmission via media to large audiences,not individual classroom gestures.

Kinesics is the study of body movements such as gestures,posture and facial expressions that convey meaning. The stem mentions exactly these elements used alongside speech. Therefore kinesics is the correct term for this cluster of non verbal cues.

Option A:
Kinesics includes both conscious and unconscious movements that modify or replace verbal messages,making this option accurate.

Option B:
Proxemics relates to use of physical space and distance between communicators,not to body movements themselves.

Option C:
Oculesics focuses specifically on eye behaviour such as gaze and eye contact.

Option D:
Chronemics examines the use of time and pauses,which is different from movements.