Psychological barrier prejudice – UGC NET Question

Psychological barriers are internal states such as bias,prejudice,fear or low motivation that hinder effective communication. When a teacher dismisses suggestions due to prejudice,they block genuine interaction for emotional or attitudinal reasons. This is a classic psychological barrier.

Option A:
Semantic barriers involve confusion about meanings of words,not prejudice against people.

Option B:
Mechanical barriers arise from equipment failure or noise rather than attitudes.

Option C:
Physical barriers relate to environmental conditions like distance or obstacles,not internal bias.

Option D:
Psychological bias reduces trust and openness in the classroom,which matches the situation described,making option D correct.