UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Reflective practice involves systematically thinking about one’s own teaching experiences to learn from them and improve future action. A teaching diary supports this by capturing events,decisions and feelings soon after lessons. Reviewing these entries helps teachers identify patterns and plan changes. Therefore,the stem clearly refers to reflective practice.

Option A:
Authoritarian practice stresses control and obedience rather than thoughtful self-analysis,so it does not match the diary-based reflection described.

Option B:
Ritualistic practice implies repeating routines without questioning their effectiveness,which contradicts the idea of analysing successes and failures.

Option C:
Mechanical practice suggests unthinking execution of tasks,whereas reflection requires conscious evaluation and planning.

Option D:
Reflective practice is central to professional development in teaching,making option B the accurate completion.