UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, B, C and E are correct because they describe how unplanned urbanisation produces informal settlements, how hazardous locations increase risk, how upgrading reduces environmental health problems and how participation improves interventions. Statement D is wrong because urban planning is central to addressing service inequalities. Statement F is also wrong, since slum-related environmental problems can affect entire urban systems through pollution and disease. Therefore, the option that retains A, B, C and E while excluding D and F is correct.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it omits E, thereby missing the important point that inclusive planning involves participation of slum residents in designing interventions.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect as it includes D, thereby treating a false claim about planning as correct. It also omits E, which recognises the importance of involving slum residents in decision-making.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect since it keeps D and excludes A. Losing A removes recognition of how rapid urbanisation generates informal settlements, while retaining D wrongly minimises the role of planning.

Option D:
Option D is correct as it keeps all true statements and excludes both D and F, which underestimate planning responsibilities and city-wide impacts. It aligns with inclusive and environmentally sensitive urban development.