UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, B and D are correct, while C and E are incorrect. A is true because occasional first-language support can scaffold difficult content. B is true as teaching entirely in an unfamiliar language prevents meaningful engagement. D is true since peer explanation in a shared language often clarifies concepts. C is false because flexible use of languages can be pedagogically sound, and E is false because thoughtful plurilingual practices do not necessarily confuse learners. Therefore, A, B and D only is the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A brings together A, B and D, emphasising strategic first-language support, avoidance of exclusive unfamiliar language and the value of peer explanation. It excludes C and E, which promote rigid or fearful attitudes to multilingualism. As it contains all and only true statements, this option is correct.

Option B:
Option B lists A and B only, leaving out D and thus failing to recognise the contribution of peer scaffolding. Without D, A and B only provides a less complete view of multilingual strategies.

Option C:
Option C pairs B, D and E, but E incorrectly treats all multilingual practices as confusing. Including E renders B, D and E only invalid.

Option D:
Option D offers A, C and D, but C is wrong because strict prohibition of any other language may hinder understanding in multilingual settings. Therefore, A, C and D only cannot be accepted.

Statements A, B and D are correct, whereas C is incorrect. A is true because occasional code-switching can connect challenging concepts with learners’ existing linguistic resources. B is true as strategic shifts between languages may enhance rapport and engagement when not overused. D is true since sensitivity to cultural and linguistic diversity helps teachers choose examples and terms that respect learners’ backgrounds. C is false because limited and purposeful use of the first language does not automatically block learning of the target language; it can sometimes support it.

Option A:
Option A includes A and B only and omits D, ignoring the importance of broader cultural-linguistic awareness in guiding language choices. Without D, the picture of good practice is incomplete. Therefore A and B only cannot be accepted.

Option B:
Option B groups A, B and C and mistakenly includes C, which portrays any first-language use as harmful. Because C is incorrect, this combination mixes truth with error and is not valid.

Option C:
Option C lists B and D only and leaves out A, failing to acknowledge the role of code-switching specifically in explaining complex ideas. Since A is also a correct statement, B and D only does not cover the full set of accurate ideas about code-switching. Hence this option cannot be chosen.

Option D:
Option D correctly assembles A, B and D, highlighting explanatory, relational and awareness aspects of code-switching while rejecting the absolutist stance in C. It captures the nuanced view of multilingual pedagogy expected in UGC NET. Thus A, B and D only is the correct answer.