UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Horizontal communication occurs between individuals or units at the same hierarchical level, often for coordination and problem solving. When teachers from various departments collaborate, they typically hold similar ranks and share information as peers.

Option A:
Option A, downward communication, flows from higher to lower levels, such as principal to teachers, which is not the case here.

Option B:
Option B, upward communication, refers to messages sent from lower levels toward administrators, such as reports or feedback.

Option C:
Option C fits the peer collaboration scenario, emphasizing coordination and mutual sharing among staff at the same organizational level.

Option D:
Option D, diagonal communication, occurs between different levels and departments simultaneously, which is not described here.