UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

All four statements A, B, C and D correctly characterise multidisciplinary and multi-campus institutions. A is true because multidisciplinary universities deliberately span several domains of knowledge. B is correct as multi-campus institutions have multiple locations functioning under one overarching governance system. C reflects NEP 2020’s emphasis on large multidisciplinary universities and institutional clusters. D is also true since such structures can encourage resource sharing, interdisciplinary work and collaborative learning. As all statements are correct, the right option is A, B, C and D.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it selects only A and B and ignores C and D, thereby missing the policy thrust in NEP 2020 and the benefits of resource sharing and collaboration.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it includes A, B and C but omits D, which states the important advantages of such institutional arrangements for learning and resources. Without D, the portrayal is less complete.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it combines B, C and D and leaves out A. Excluding A removes the basic defining feature of multidisciplinary universities, which is the breadth of disciplines they cover.

Option D:
Option D is correct because it recognises that all four statements are accurate and complementary. It captures the conceptual, structural and policy dimensions of multidisciplinary and multi-campus institutions in a single combination.

Statements A, B and D accurately reflect BoG-based governance under NEP 2020. A is true because the policy envisages empowered Boards to provide academic, administrative and financial autonomy while holding institutions accountable for outcomes. B is true as decisions are to be taken in a professional, transparent and non-political manner. D is also true since the BoG must ensure that institutional statutes and policies remain consistent with national regulations and quality norms. Statement C is false; NEP allows for external experts and stakeholders on governing bodies rather than excluding them altogether. Thus, A, B and D only form the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A is correct because it incorporates the three true statements about autonomy, professionalism and regulatory alignment, while excluding C, which misrepresents the composition of governance bodies.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it includes only A and B and omits D, thereby failing to mention the BoG’s responsibility to keep institutional policy in line with broader regulatory frameworks.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it lists B and D only and leaves out A, not explicitly stating that NEP 2020 centres the BoG model as the core governance structure for autonomous institutions.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it treats all four statements as correct, thereby accepting C’s claim that external members must always be excluded, which contradicts NEP 2020’s emphasis on expert and stakeholder participation.