UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, C, D and F correctly summarise motivation principles in teaching. A is true because intrinsic motivation is driven by interest in the activity itself. C is true since specific goals and feedback help learners monitor progress. D is true as theories like self-determination highlight autonomy, competence and relatedness, and F is true because expectations and climate can either support or hinder motivation. B is false because extrinsic motivators such as praise can have a place if used wisely, and E is false since threats and fear damage long-term engagement; therefore A, C, D and F only is correct.

Option A:
Option A includes A and C but omits D and F, leaving out psychological needs and teacher influences. This makes A and C only an incomplete set of correct statements.

Option B:
Option B adds D to A and C but still excludes F, so it does not reflect the role of teacher expectations and climate in motivation. A, C and D only is therefore incomplete.

Option C:
Option C brings together C, D and F but leaves out A, ignoring the foundational idea of intrinsic motivation. Thus C, D and F only cannot be accepted.

Option D:
Option D combines A, C, D and F, covering intrinsic interest, goals, psychological needs and teacher influence while excluding B and E, which oversimplify or endorse fear-based methods. Hence A, C, D and F only is the correct answer.