UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, B and D are correct, while C and E are incorrect. A is true because communication apprehension is defined as fear or anxiety related to communication situations. B is true as such learners often remain silent even when they know the answer. D is true since a supportive, non-threatening climate reduces fear of judgement. C is false because teachers can design gradual participation opportunities and give encouragement, and E is false because anxiety can also occur in written communication tasks. Therefore, A, B and D only is the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A brings together A, B and D, recognising definition, behavioural manifestations and the role of climate. It leaves out C and E, which wrongly deny teacher influence and restrict apprehension to oral contexts. Because it includes all and only the true statements, this option is correct.

Option B:
Option B contains A and B but omits D, failing to note the importance of classroom climate in reducing fear. As climate is central to communication experiences, A and B only is incomplete.

Option C:
Option C groups B and D but leaves out A, so it does not explicitly define communication apprehension, which is crucial in the item. Consequently, B and D only cannot be the best answer.

Option D:
Option D mixes A, C and D, but C incorrectly states that teachers have no role in reducing apprehension. Including C makes A, C and D only a mixture of true and false statements and therefore invalid.

A supportive communication climate is characterised by openness,trust and encouragement of participation. In brainstorming,participants are asked to share ideas freely without fear of instant evaluation or ridicule. This non judgemental environment fits the description of a supportive climate.

Option A:
Supportive climates promote creativity and willingness to take risks because people feel their contributions will be respected. The stem highlights this welcoming treatment of ideas,making supportive the best choice.

Option B:
Defensive climates arise when people expect criticism or attack,leading them to protect themselves and contribute less. That is opposite to the brainstorming scenario.

Option C:
Closed climates restrict information sharing and discourage new suggestions,which does not match a session designed to generate many ideas.

Option D:
Authoritarian climates emphasise strict control and obedience rather than open exploration and dialogue.