UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A and C together give a correct picture of NAAC accreditation. Statement A is true because NAAC evaluates institutions against multiple criteria that include teaching–learning processes, research and governance. Statement C is also true since NAAC grades and reports serve as inputs for institutions to identify gaps and plan quality enhancement measures. Statement B is incorrect because NAAC accreditation is granted for a specified period and requires renewal. Statement D is wrong because NAAC focuses on higher education institutions, not on school education. Hence, the correct combination is A and C only.

Option A:
Option A is incomplete because, although it correctly notes the multi-criteria assessment, it omits the important improvement and planning function represented in statement C. Without C, the developmental use of accreditation results is not recognised.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it chooses only C and ignores A. While C is correct about using grades for improvement, leaving out A fails to mention the comprehensive criteria-based nature of NAAC assessment.

Option C:
Option C is correct as it combines A and C, capturing both the multi-dimensional assessment framework and the role of grades in institutional quality planning, while excluding B and D, which misrepresent validity and sectoral focus.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it includes B, which falsely suggests perpetual validity, and ignores the fact that NAAC’s role is confined to higher education institutions rather than schools. This combination does not align with NAAC guidelines.