UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, B and D correctly describe the nature of central, state and open universities. Central universities are created by Acts of Parliament, state universities by Acts of State Legislatures, and open universities typically operate predominantly through distance or open learning modes. Statement C is wrong because deemed-to-be university status is declared by the Central Government on the advice or recommendation of the UGC, not by the UGC alone. Therefore, the correct combination must include A, B and D but exclude C.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it recognises A and B as correct but leaves out D, which is also correct about open universities offering programmes mainly through distance mode. By omitting D, it fails to capture all the true statements.

Option B:
Option B is correct because it includes exactly the three true statements A, B and D and excludes the false statement C. It reflects the statutory processes of establishing central and state universities and the characteristic distance mode of open universities. This combination fully matches the set of correct statements.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it includes statement C, which wrongly attributes the power to declare a deemed-to-be university solely to the UGC. Even though B and D are true, the inclusion of C makes the entire combination invalid.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it treats all four statements as correct. Since statement C misrepresents the legal process for declaring deemed-to-be universities, including it among the correct statements contradicts the regulatory framework.

Statements A, B, E and F together give a correct overview of open universities. A is true because such universities are designed for learners unable to attend regular classes. B is true since multiple instructional media are used to reach dispersed learners. E is true because open universities explicitly target lifelong learning needs of working adults and others. F is true as many open universities undertake research projects and community outreach. C is false because degree and credit-bearing programmes are a central part of their mandate, and D is false because they are authorised to offer degrees subject to regulatory approval.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it omits F and thus fails to acknowledge the research and community outreach roles that some open universities undertake alongside teaching.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it includes D, which wrongly claims that degree programmes are prohibited, and therefore mixes correct and incorrect statements in one combination.

Option C:
Option C is correct as it includes exactly the true statements A, B, E and F and excludes C and D, which misrepresent the credit and degree-granting nature of open universities.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it incorporates C, a false statement that restricts open universities to non-credit offerings, and therefore does not reflect the full scope of their academic mandate.

The question demands identification of wrong statements about distance education. Statement A is correct because distance education expands access for those who cannot attend campus-based programmes. Statement C is also correct as open universities commonly use multiple media such as print, audio, video and online platforms. Statement B is wrong because distance education can and does include limited face-to-face components, such as contact classes or online live sessions. Statement D is wrong because many distance education institutions offer postgraduate programmes subject to regulations. Therefore, both B and D are wrong, and the correct option must include both.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it assumes only B is wrong and ignores D. While B is indeed a wrong statement, D also misrepresents the level at which distance education can operate. Excluding D means this option does not capture all incorrect statements.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it singles out D as the only wrong statement. This overlooks the fact that statement B wrongly claims face-to-face interaction is impossible in distance education, which is not true in practice. The partial recognition of wrong statements invalidates this option.

Option C:
Option C is correct because it identifies both B and D as wrong and excludes A and C, which are accurate characterisations of distance education. It thus properly distinguishes between the enabling features and the misconceptions about distance education.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it treats all four statements as wrong, which would deny the real advantages described in A and C. Since A and C are correct, this overinclusive combination cannot be accepted.

Statements A and C correctly highlight key characteristics of open universities. Statement A is true because open universities emphasise flexible entry, pace and place of learning, largely through distance modes. Statement C is true since they commonly use multiple media such as print, radio, television and online platforms to reach learners. Statement B is false because open universities are explicitly meant to serve diverse learners, including working adults and those not in residence. Statement D is also false as open universities are empowered to confer degrees when recognised by appropriate authorities. Thus, the combination A and C only is correct.

Option A:
Option A is correct because it includes both accurate statements A and C and excludes B and D, which contradict the basic idea of openness and degree-granting authority. It therefore reflects the flexible and multi-media character of open universities.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it adds the false statement B to A and C, implying that only full-time residents can enrol, which goes against the mission of widening access.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it links C and D and excludes A. While C is true, D is incorrect in denying degree-conferring powers; omitting A also ignores the core flexibility aspect.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it treats all statements as correct, thereby accepting B and D, which distort the inclusive and degree-granting nature of open universities.