UGC NET Questions (Paper – 1)

Statements A, B and D correctly describe positive ways in which teachers can foster learner motivation. A is true because clear, attainable goals and constructive feedback help students experience success and understand how to improve. B is true since acknowledging effort and progress supports intrinsic motivation and a growth mindset. D is true because relating content to students’ interests and real-life situations increases relevance and engagement. C is false as motivation can be shaped by the learning environment and teacher behaviour, and E is false because overreliance on threats and punishment usually produces fear and resistance rather than sustained motivation. Thus A, B and D only is the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A includes A and B but omits D (true), so it is incomplete.

Option B:
Option B contains A, B and D and excludes C and E (false). Therefore A, B and D only is the correct answer.

Option C:
Option C includes E (false), so B, D and E only cannot be accepted.

Option D:
Option D includes C (false), so A, B, C and D only is invalid.

Option E includes E (false), so A, B, D and E only cannot be correct.

Statements A, B and D are correct, while C and E are incorrect. A is true because encouraging productive study habits is part of teachers’ supportive role. B is true as ethical persuasion is grounded in reasoned argument rather than unfair manipulation. D is true since being clear about one’s purpose sustains trust. C is false because relying solely on fear tends to be coercive and ethically questionable, and E is false because hiding alternative viewpoints prevents critical thinking. Therefore, A, B and D only is the correct combination.

Option A:
Option A includes A and B but leaves out D, overlooking the importance of transparency for maintaining trust in persuasive communication. Without mentioning openness about intent, A and B only is incomplete.

Option B:
Option B brings together B and D but omits A, failing to recognise that teachers can appropriately influence study habits in students’ best interests. Consequently, B and D only does not fully represent ethical persuasion in the classroom.

Option C:
Option C combines A, D and E, but E is incorrect because concealing alternatives contradicts ethical communication. Including E makes A, D and E only an invalid set of correct statements.

Option D:
Option D unites A, B and D, emphasising supportive influence, reasoned appeals and openness, and it rightly excludes C and E, which promote fear-based and secretive tactics. Since it contains all and only the true statements, A, B and D only is the correct option.

Credibility refers to the receiver’s perception that the source is knowledgeable and trustworthy. In persuasive communication,this perception strongly influences acceptance of the message. If students believe the teacher is competent and honest,they are more likely to be persuaded. Therefore credibility is crucial in the situation described.

Option A:
Redundancy can support clarity but does not directly create trust in the source.

Option B:
Credible teachers combine subject expertise with fairness and sincerity,making option A appropriate.

Option C:
Secrecy may reduce trust rather than increase it,because students may suspect hidden motives.

Option D:
Mechanical skill refers to ability to operate devices and is less central to persuasive acceptance of ideas.