UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements B and D are the wrong statements because they promote unsafe security practices. Using the same simple password for all accounts increases vulnerability; if one account is compromised, many others can be accessed easily. Similarly, public Wi-Fi networks, even when password protected, may be insecure for sensitive transactions like online banking due to risks such as snooping and fake hotspots. Statements A and C are correct as they highlight the importance of applying security patches and recognising phishing attempts, so the correct option must include only B and D as wrong.

Option A:
Option A is correct because it groups exactly the two wrong statements, B and D. Both of these statements contradict established cyber security guidelines that advise unique strong passwords and caution when using public Wi-Fi for confidential activities. By excluding A and C, which are accurate, this option matches the requirement to select only the wrong statements.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it treats only B as wrong and ignores D. While B is indeed a wrong statement, D is also unsafe advice since public Wi-Fi networks can be compromised in various ways. Leaving out one of the wrong statements means this option does not satisfy the question's demand to identify all wrong statements.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it includes A along with B and D as wrong statements. Statement A is actually correct; applying updates and security patches is a recommended security practice. Including a correct statement among wrong ones makes this combination logically inconsistent.

Option D:
Option D is incorrect because it groups A, C and D as wrong statements. Both A and C present correct security principles related to patching systems and recognising phishing attacks. Only D is wrong among these three, so treating all three as wrong misrepresents the conceptual content of ICT security and cyber ethics.

Statements A, B, D, E and F express key elements of good ICT policy design and implementation, while C is clearly false. Policies commonly address acceptable use, passwords, training, sanctions and stakeholder input. They must also be revised periodically in response to evolving technologies and threats. Therefore C cannot be accepted, and the correct set includes all other statements.

Option A:
Option A is incorrect because it omits F, which emphasises consultation with stakeholders. A policy developed without considering user perspectives may face resistance or fail to address real needs. Hence A, B, D and E alone do not represent the full set of correct statements.

Option B:
Option B is incorrect because it drops B, removing explicit reference to password and account security. Even though A, D, E and F are true, leaving out this component makes the description of policy scope incomplete.

Option C:
Option C is incorrect because it excludes A, which states that ICT policies cover acceptable use of networks and devices. B, D, E and F are true, but omitting A leaves out a central content area of most institutional ICT policies.

Option D:
Option D is correct because it contains all the true statements and omits only C, which wrongly suggests that policies never need revision. It therefore reflects both the substantive focus and dynamic nature of ICT policy-making in institutions.