UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Cultural barriers occur when differences in cultural norms,values and non verbal codes lead to misunderstanding. Direct eye contact may be a sign of respect in one culture but considered rude in another. The misinterpretation in the stem clearly arises from cultural differences,so it is a cultural barrier.

Option A:
Psychological barriers are due to individual emotions or attitude,not shared cultural patterns.

Option B:
Cultural barriers remind teachers to be sensitive to diverse backgrounds and adapt behaviour where needed,making option B correct.

Option C:
Semantic barriers concern language and meaning of words,while this example involves non verbal interpretation.

Option D:
Mechanical barriers refer to technical faults in devices or environment,which are not involved here.