Universal access aspiration – UGC NET Question

Universal access is the stage at which nearly every eligible and interested person can obtain a place in higher education. The stem describes this aspiration—to include almost all who are willing and prepared—so “universal” access is the appropriate term.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because minimal access would mean very limited opportunities, which conflicts with the expansionary aim described.

Option B:
Option B is correct as universal access captures the long-term policy goal of making higher education nearly fully inclusive for the target group.

Option C:
Option C is wrong since selective access deliberately restricts participation to a smaller chosen subset, not “almost all.”

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because random access suggests lack of planning or criteria, whereas policy aspirations are deliberate and equity-oriented.