Language and medium of instruction – UGC NET Question

Statements A and C together reflect the multilingual reality and pedagogic rationale for language choices in higher education. Statement A is true because many programmes are offered in English and in regional or bilingual formats. Statement C is also true since use of languages that students understand well generally enhances comprehension and engagement. Statement B is false because NEP 2020 encourages use of Indian languages rather than mandating English-only instruction. Statement D is false as institutions are encouraged, not prohibited, from developing materials in Indian languages. Therefore, A and C only are correct.

Option A:
Option A is incomplete because it mentions the variety of media of instruction but does not explicitly state the pedagogic benefits that are captured in statement C.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it chooses only C and leaves out A, thereby failing to acknowledge the actual multilingual and bilingual practices recognised in policy and implementation.

Option C:
Option C is correct as it combines A’s description of existing language practices with C’s explanation of why learner-friendly language use matters, while excluding B and D, which misrepresent NEP 2020 and institutional freedom.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it adds D, which wrongly claims prohibition of Indian language material, and thus contradicts both policy and practice around language in higher education.