UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, B, D and F correctly represent institutional repositories and open access. A is true because repositories typically archive institutional research outputs. B is true as open access policies promote free online availability consistent with licences. D is true since greater visibility can lead to higher citation and impact. F is true because repositories can also store teaching resources and data under suitable licences. C and E are false because repository deposition can be copyright-compliant and digital outputs are fully valid for assessment.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it leaves out F and thus ignores the role of repositories in hosting learning materials and data sets, not just formal publications.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it includes E, which wrongly claims only printed copies matter for assessment, contradicting current digital practices.

Option C:
Option C is correct as it includes A, B, D and F, the four true statements about archiving, access, visibility and broader content, while excluding C and E, which misrepresent copyright and assessment norms.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it includes E and F but omits A, so it fails to mention that repositories primarily archive institutional research outputs.

Statements A and C correctly reflect the meaning and benefits of OER. A is true because OER are explicitly defined as openly licensed materials that can be used and shared freely. C is correct since adopting OER reduces dependence on expensive textbooks and can broaden access to quality content. B is false because open access journals are characterised by free access to readers, even if they sometimes charge authors processing fees. D is false as open licences often grant the right to adapt resources for local needs. Thus, the correct combination is A and C only.

Option A:
Option A is correct because it selects the two statements that align with standard definitions and advantages of OER. It excludes B and D, both of which misstate the financial and legal aspects of open access and licensing.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it includes B as correct, wrongly describing open access journals as subscription-based for readers. This reverses the core idea of open access publishing.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it treats all four statements as correct, thereby accepting B and D, which contradict open access principles and licensing freedoms.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it combines only B and D, both of which are false, and leaves out A and C, which accurately describe OER. This option is entirely inconsistent with accepted definitions.

The policy encourages development of textbooks that show content in the local or mother tongue and also in English, where appropriate. This supports transition to additional languages while preserving conceptual clarity. It helps students and teachers in bilingual settings.

Option A:
Insisting on English-only textbooks undermines mother tongue-based learning and is not recommended.

Option B:
This option reflects NEP’s practical suggestion to promote multilingual competence through learning materials.

Option C:
Printing in foreign languages alone would marginalise Indian languages.

Option D:
Textbooks with no text at all would be inadequate for many learning objectives.