Convergent and divergent questions – UGC NET Question

Statements A and B correctly distinguish convergent and divergent questions by the number of acceptable answers. C is true because higher-order questions often require analysis and synthesis that allow varied responses. E is true since debates and projects are rich contexts for divergent questioning. D is false because creativity development requires more than only convergent questions; it needs open-ended tasks and divergent thinking opportunities. Therefore, A, B, C and E only is the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A includes A, B and C but omits E, neglecting the practical classroom contexts where divergent questions are applied. Because E is also true, A, B and C only is incomplete.

Option B:
Option B groups B, C and E but leaves out A, which defines convergent questions and is essential for a full comparison. Hence B, C and E only cannot be accepted.

Option C:
Option C lists A, C and E but omits B, failing to spell out the multi-response nature of divergent questions. As a result, A, C and E only is not a complete description.

Option D:
Option D gathers A, B, C and E, capturing definitional and practical aspects of convergent and divergent questions while excluding the misleading claim in D. Thus A, B, C and E only is the correct answer.