UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Logical appraisal focuses on the relation between premises and conclusion in an argument. It asks whether the premises provide genuine support and whether the inference is valid or strong. This kind of appraisal is central to critical thinking in logic. Therefore the process described in the stem is called logical appraisal.

Option A:
Option A correctly labels the evaluation of inferential support as logical appraisal. It concerns the strength of reasoning rather than effects on an audience. Hence this option matches the intention of the question.

Option B:
Option B, psychological persuasion, emphasises how arguments influence beliefs or emotions. It deals with impact on people and may ignore logical quality. Thus psychological persuasion is not the same as examining logical support.

Option C:
Option C, rhetorical analysis, studies style, language and persuasive techniques from a communication viewpoint. While related, it does not primarily test whether premises logically support a conclusion. Therefore rhetorical analysis is not the best term here.

Option D:
Option D, stylistic critique, comments on writing style or presentation features. It focuses on clarity or elegance rather than logical structure. Consequently stylistic critique does not capture the logical focus of the stem.