UGC NET Higher Education System Part 7
UGC NET Higher Education System Part 7
Q.122. Which of the following statements are correct in respect of Niti Aayog?
(a) It is a constitutional body.
(b) It is a statutory body.
(c) It is neither a constitutional body nor a statutory body.
(d) It is a think-tank.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(1) (a) and (d)
(2) (b) and (d)
(3) (c) and (d)
(4) (b), (c) and (d)
Answer- 3
Q.123. A college level assistant professor has planned his/her lectures with an intent to
develop cognitive dimensions of students centered on skills of analysis and synthesis.
Below, given are two sets of items Set – I consisting of levels of cognitive interchange
and Set ~ II comprising basic requirements for promoting them. Match the two sets and
indicate your answer by choosing the correct alternative from the code:
Set-I (Levels of Cognitive interchange) Set-II (Basic requirements for promoting
cognitive Interchange)
Codes:
a b c
(1) ii iv i
(2) iii iv ii
(3) ii i iv
(4) i ii ii
Answer- 3
Q.126. Which of the following statements are correct about deemed universities?
(a) The Governor of the State is the chancellor of deemed universities.
(b) They can design their own syllabus and course work.
(c) They can frame their own guidelines regarding admission and fees.
(d) They can grant degrees.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Codes:
(1) (a), (b) and (c)
(2) (b), (c) and (d)
(3) (a), (c) and (d)
(4) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: 2
Q.128. Which of the following are the goals of higher education in India?
(a) Access
(b) Equity
(c) Quality and Excellence
(d) Relevance
(e) Value based education
(f) Compulsory and free education
Select the correct answer from the code given below:
(1) (a), (b), (c), (d), (e) and (f)
(2) (a), (b) and (e) only
(3) (a), (b), (e) and (f)
(4) (a), (b), (c), (d) and (e)
Answer: 4
Q.129. Which of the following has been ranked the best college in the country (2017) as
per the National Institutional Ranking Framework (NIRF)?
(1) Maharaja’s College, Mysore
(2) Miranda House, Delhi
(3) St. Stephen’s College, Delhi
(4) Fergusson College, Pune
Answer: 2
Q.130. Prime Minister Research Fellowship is for students pursuing Ph. D programme
in:
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(1) State and Central Universities
(3) IISc, IITs, NITs, IISERs, IIITs, State and Central Universities
Answer: 4
Q.132. Which ot the following statements correctly describe the functional/status of the
National Insttule of Educational Planning and Administration a deemed to be University?
(c) Fully maintained by the Government of India like at any Central University
Answer: 2
Answer: 3
Answer: 3
Q.135. Which organisation in India overseas the functioning and quality aspect of teacher
education programme?
Answer: 4
Answer: 4
HIGHER STUDY
Q.137. Which of the following statements represent the main functions of UGC?
Answer: (3)
Q.138. The main aim of the faculty recharge scheme of UGC was to
(3) Upgrade the research infrastructure for the faculty in colleges and universities
Answer: (1)
Q.139. Which of the following is an online store house of all academic awards like
certificates, diplomas, degrees marksheets etc?
(1) SWAYAM
Answer: (4)
Q.140. Name the scheme which facilitates academic and research collaboration between
Indian Institution and the best institution in the world
(3) SPARC
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(4) Institutional Development Scheme
Answer: (3)
Q.141. For the day to day administration of University, which of the following bodies is
responsible?
(1) Senate
Answer: (2)
(1) Swayam
(4) Seminar
Answer: (1)
Higher Education
Q.143. Which one of the following sequences correctly reflects the evolution of
educational technology support in higher education?
1. Programmed learning materials, text book support, online and moduler material
2. Text book supplementation, programmed learning material, modular material and
online methods
3. Modular material, programmed learning, online and text book supplementation
4. Online methods, modular material, text-book supplementation and programmed
learning material
Ans- 2
Q.144. From the following, identify the organisation that provides a common platform
to Ll Universities including institutions of national importance?
Ans- 2
Ans- 4
Q.146. Which of the following modes of admission was prevalent in Nalanda University
in ancient times?
(2) Interview
Ans- 1
Ans- 2
Q.148. What are the current challenges in the field of higher education in India?
(i) Expansion
(ii) Equity
(iii) Funds
(v) Excellence
Ans- 4
4. Odantapuri University
Answer: 3
Q.150. A vital role in human resource development of a country centered on skilled
manpower, productivity and the quality of life of its people is focused on which of the
following domains? Page | 11
1. Professional education
2. Formal education
3. Lifelong education
4. Technical education
Answer: 4
Q.151. Which of the following is a residential center for free and creative enquiry into the
fundamental themes and problems of life and thought?
1. Dr Zakir Hussain Memorial College Trust
2. Sri Lal Bahadur Shastri Rashtriya Sanskrit Vidyapeeth
3. Indian Institute of Advanced Study
4. National Assessment and Accreditation Council
Answer: 3
Q.152. Which of the following portals include the list of ‘on-line courses’?
a) [Link]
b) [Link]
c) [Link]
d) [Link]
Choose the correct option from those given below
1. a) and c) only
2. a) and d) only
3. b) and c) only
4. b) and d) only
Answer: 4
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Q.102. Which of the following organizations deals with capacity building Educational
Planning?
(A) NCERT
(B) UGC
(C) NAAC
(D) NUEPA
Answer- D
Q.103. Which of the following powers, the President has in relation to Lok Sabha?
1. Summoning
2. Adjournment – sine die
3. Prorogation
4. Dissolution
Select the correct answer from the codes given below :
(A) 1 and 4
(B) 1.2 and 3
(C) 1, 3 and 4
(D) 1,2, 3 and 4
Answer- C
Q.104. The interval between two sessions of parliament must not exceed
(A) 3 months
(B) 6 months
(C) 4 months
(D) 100 days
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Q.108. The University Grants Commission was established with which of the following
aims?
(a) Promotion of research and development in higher education
Q.109. The Gross Enrolment Ratio (GER) in institutions of higher education in India at
present (2015) is about:
(1) 8 percent
(2) 12 percent
(3) 19 percent
(4) 23 percent
Answer- 3
Q.110. The total number of central universities in India in April 2015 was:
(1) 08
(2) 14
(3) 27
(4) 43
Answer- 4
Q.113. Which of the following statements are correct about Lok Sabha?
(a) The Constitution puts a limit on the size of the Lok Sabha.
(b) The size and shape of the Parliamentary Constituencies is determined by the Election
Commission.
(c) First – past – the Post electoral system is followed.
(d) The Speaker of Lok Sabha does not have a casting vote in case of an equality of votes.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(1) (a) and (c)
(2) (a), (b) and (c)
(3) (a), (c) and (d)
Q.116. Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok
Sabha?
(1) Maharashtra
(2) Rajasthan
(3) Tamil Nadu
(4) West Bengal
Answer- 1
Q.120. Which of the following statements about the Indian political system is/are
correct?
(a) The President is both Head of the State and Head of the Government
(b) Parliament is Supreme.
(c) The Supreme Court is the guardian of the Constitution.
(d) The Directive Principles of State Policy are justiciable.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(1) (a),(b),(c) and (d)
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Q.82. Which of the following statement(s) is/are correct about a Judge of the Supreme
Court of India?
1. A Judge of the Supreme Court is appointed by the President of India.
2. He holds office during the pleasure of the President.
3. He can be suspended, pending an inquiry.
4. He can be removed for proven misbehaviour or incapacity.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Codes:
(A) 1,2 and 3
(B) 1,3 and 4
(C) 1 and 3
(D) 1 and 4
Answer- D
Q.83. In the warrant of precedence, the Speaker of the Lok Sabha comes next only to
(A) The President
(B) The Vice-President
(C) The Prime Minister
(D) The Cabinet Ministers
Answer- C
Q.85. Which of the following statements are correct about the National Assessment and
Accreditation Council?
1. It is an autonomous institution.
2. It is tasked with the responsibility of assessing and accrediting institutions of higher
education.
3. It is located in Delhi.
4. It has regional offices.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Codes:
(A) l and 3
(B) l and 2
(C) l,2 and 4
(D) 2,3 and 4
Answer- B
Q.86. The power of the Supreme Court of India to decide disputes between two or more
States falls under its
(A) Advisory Jurisdiction
(B) Appellate Jurisdiction
(C) Original Jurisdiction
(D) Writ Jurisdiction
Answer- C
Q.88. Which of the following statements are correct about the Central Information
Commission?
1. The Central Information Commission is a statutory body.
2. The Chief Information Commissioner and other Information Commissioners are appointed
by the President of India.
3. The Commission can impose a penalty upto a maximum of Rs 25,000/-
4. It can punish an errant officer.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Codes:
(A) 1 and 2 only
(B) 1,2 and 4
(C) 1,2 and 3
(D) 2, 3 and 4
Answer- C
Q.89. Who among the following conducted the CNN-IBN – The Hindu 2013 Election
Tracker Survey across 267 constituencies in 18 States?
Answer- A
Q.91. Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the code
given below :
i. Rajasthan receives the highest solar radiation in the country.
ii. India has the fifth largest installed wind power in the world.
iii. The maximum amount of wind power is contributed by TamilNadu.
iv. The primary source of uranium in India is Jaduguda.
Codes:
(A) i and ii
(B) i, ii and iii
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Q.92. Who among the following is the defacto executive head of the Planning
Commission?
(A) Chairman
(B) Deputy Chairman
(C) Minister of State for Planning
(D) Member Secretary
Answer- B
Q.94. Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (i) and (ii).
Statement: India should have a very strong and powerful Lokpal.
Arguments: (i) Yes, it will go a long in eliminating corruption in bureaucracy.
(ii) No, it will discourage honest officers from making quick decisions.
Codes:
(A) Only argument (i) is strong.
(B) Only argument (ii) is strong.
(C) Both the arguments are strong.
(D) Neither of the arguments is strong.
Answer- A
Q.95. Which of the following universities has adopted the meta university concept?
(A) Assam University
(B) Delhi University
(C) Hyderabad University Page | 6
(D) Pondicherry University
Answer- B
Q.96. Which of the following statements are correct about a Central University?
1. Central University is established under an Act of Parliament.
2. The President of India acts as the visitor of the University.
3. The President has the power to nominate some members to the Executive Committee or the
Board of Management of the University.
4. The President occasionally presides over the meetings of the Executive Committee or
Court.
Select the correct answer from the code given below:
Codes:
(A) 1,2 and 4
(B) 1,3 and 4
(C) 1,2 and 3
(D) 1,2, 3 and 4
Answer- C
Q.97. The e-content generation for under–graduate courses has been assigned by the
Ministry of Human Resource Development to
(A) INFLIBNET
(B) Consortium for Educational Communication
(C) National Knowledge Commission
(D) Indira Gandhi National Open University
Answer- B
Q.98. The maximum number of fake institutions / universities as identified by the UGC
in the year 2014 are in the State / Union territory of
(A) Bihar
(B) Uttar Pradesh
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(C) Tamil Nadu
(D) Delhi
Answer- B
Q.99. Which of the following institutions are empowered to confer or grant degrees
under the UGC Act, 1956?
1. A university established by an Act of Parliament.
2. A university established by an Act of Legislature.
3. A university / institution established by a linguistic minority.
4. An institution which is a deemed to be university.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) 1 and 2
(B) 1,2 and 3
(C) 1.2 and 4
(D) 1, 2, 3 and 4
Answer- A
Answer- D
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Q.64. Match the List – I with the List – II and select the correct answer from the codes
given below:
List – I (Commissions and Committees) List – II (Year)
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Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Answer- B
Q.65. Constitutionally the registration and recognition of political parties is the function
performed by
(A) The State Election Commission of respective States
(B) The Law Ministry of Government of India
(C) The Election Commission of India
(D) Election Department of the State Governments
Answer- C
(A) Dharmshala
(B) Shimla
(C) Solan
(D) Chandigarh Page | 3
Answer- B
Q.69. Which of the following rights was considered the “Heart and Soul” of the Indian
Constitution by Dr. B.R. Ambedkar ?
(A) Freedom of Speech
(B) Right to Equality
(C) Right to Freedom of Religion
(D) Right to Constitutional Remedies
Answer- D
(A) 1, 2 and 3
(B) 1, 2 and 4
(C) 2, 3 and 4
(D) 1, 3, 4 and 2 Page | 4
Answer- B
Q.74. Which of the following statement(s) is/are not correct about the Attorney General
of India?
1. The President appoints a person, who is qualified to be a Judge of a High Court, to be the
Attorney General of India.
2. He has the right of audience in all the Courts of the country. Page | 5
3. He has the right to take part in the proceedings of the Lok Sabha and the Rajya Sabha.
4. He has a fixed tenure.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
Codes:
(A) l and 4
(B) 2, 3 and 4
(C) 3 and 4
(D) 3 only
Answer- A
Q.76. Which of the following can be done under conditions of financial emergency?
1. State Legislative Assemblies can be abolished.
2. Central Government can acquire control over the budget and expenditure of States.
3. Salaries of the Judges of the High Courts and the Supreme Court can be reduced.
4. Right to Constitutional Remedies can be suspended.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below : Page | 6
Codes:
(A) 1,2 and 3
(B) 2, 3 and 4
(C) l and2
(D) 2 and 3
Answer- D
Q.77. Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer from the codes given
below:
List-I List -II
(c) Social Assistance Scheme (iii) National Old Age Pension (NOAP)
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Answer- A
Q.80. Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (I) and (II)
Statement: Should India switch over to a two party system?
Arguments:
(I) Yes, it will lead to stability of Government.
(II) No, it will limit the choice of voters.
(A) Only argument (I) is strong.
(B) Only argument (II) is strong;
(C) Both the arguments are strong.
(D) Neither of the arguments is strong.
Answer- C
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Q.42. The enrolment in higher education in India is contributed both by Formal System
of Education and by System of Distance Education. Distance education contributes
(A) 50% of formal system
(B) 25% of formal system
(C) 10% of the formal system
(D) Distance education system’s contribution is not taken into account while considering
the figures of enrolment in higher education
Answer- B
Q.43. Assertion (A) : The U.G.C. Academic Staff Colleges came into existence to improve
the quality of teachers.
Reason (R) : University and college teachers have to undergo both orientation and
refresher courses.
(A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation.
(B) Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) (A) is correct and (R) is false.
(D) (A) is false and (R) is correct.
Answer- A
(B) One has institutional grading approach and the other has programme grading approach.
(C) Once get accredited by NBA or NAAC, the institution is free from renewal of grading,
which is not a progressive decision.
(D) This accreditation amounts to approval of minimum standards in the quality of education
in the institution concerned. Page | 2
Answer- B
Q.46. Which statement is not correct about the “National Education Day” of India?
(A) It is celebrated on 5th September every year.
(B) It is celebrated on 11th November every year.
(C) It is celebrated in the memory of India’s first Union Minister of Education, Dr. Abul
Kalam Azad.
(D) It is being celebrated since 2008
Answer- A
Q.47. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the codes given
below :
List – I (Articles of the Constitution) List – II (Institutions)
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Codes:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Answer- B
Q.48. Deemed Universities declared by UGC under Section 3 of the UGC Act 1956, are
not permitted to
(A) offer programmes in higher education and issue degrees.
(B) give affiliation to any institute of higher education.
(C) open off-campus and off-shore campus anywhere in the country and overseas
respectively without the permission of the UGC.
(D) offer distance education programmes without the approval of the Distance Education
Council.
Answer- C
Q.53. Which one of the following statements reflects the republic character of Indian
democracy?
(A) Written Constitution
(B) No State religion
(C) Devolution of power to local Government institutions
(D) Elected President and directly or indirectly elected Parliament
Answer- D
Q.54. Who among the following appointed by the Governor can be removed by only
the President of India?
(A) Chief Minister of a State
(B) A member of the State Public Service Commission
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(C) Advocate-General
(D) Vice-Chancellor of a State University
Answer- B
Q.57. Which of the following organizations looks after the quality of Technical and
Management education in India?
(A) NCTE
(B) MCI
(C) AICTE
(D) CSIR
Answer- C
Q.58. Consider the following statements: Identify the statement which implies natural
justice.
(A) The principle of natural justice is followed by the Courts.
(B) Justice delayed is justice denied.
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(C) Natural justice is an inalienable right of a citizen
(D) A reasonable opportunity of being heard must be given.
Answer- D
Q.60. Who among the following holds office during the pleasure of the President of
India?
(A) Chief Election Commissioner
(B) Comptroller and Auditor General of India
(C) Chairman of the Union Public Service Commission
(D) Governor of a State
Answer- D
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Q.26. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the code given below
:
List-I (Institutions) List-II (Locations)
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Answer- A
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Answer- A
Q.28. According to Radha krishnan Commission, the aim of Higher Education is:
(A) To develop the democratic values, peace and harmony
(B) To develop great personalities who can give their contributions in politics,
administration, industry and commerce
(C) Both (A) and (B)
(D) None of these
Answer- C
Q.30. Match List-I with List-II and select the correct answer from the code given below:
List-I (Institutions) List-II (Locations)
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Answer- D
Q.31. Election of Rural and Urban local bodies are conducted and ultimately supervised
by:
(A) Election Commission of India
(B) State Election Commission
(C) District Collector and District Magistrate
(D) Concerned Returning Officer
Answer- B
(C) Patent, inventions, design, copyright and trade marks are the subject of concurrent list
(D) Indian Council of Social Science Research is a statutory body related to research in
social sciences
Answer- C
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Q.36. Which article of the constitution provides safeguards to Naga Customary and
their social practices against any act of Parliament?
(A) Article 371 A
(B) Article 371 B
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Q.37. Which one of the following is not the tool of good governance?
(A) Right to information
(B) Citizens’ Charter
(C) Social Auditing
(D) Judicial Activism
Answer- D
Q.39. According to Article 120 of the Constitution of India, the business in Parliament
shall be transacted in
(A) English only
(B) Hindi only
(C) English and Hindi both
(D) All the languages included in Eighth Schedule of the Constitution
Answer- C
(A) Seminar
(B) Workshop
(C) Lecture
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Answer- D
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Q.4. What is the name of the Research station established by the Indian Government
for ‘Conducting Research at Antarctic?
(A) Dakshin Gangotri
(B) Yamunotri
(C) Uttari Gangotri
(D) None of the above
Answer- A
Q.7. The University Grants Commission was constituted on the recommendation of:
(A) Dr. Sarvapalli Radhakrishnan Commission
(B) Mudaliar Commission
(C) Sargent Commission
(D) Kothari Commission
Answer- A
Q.8. Which one of the following Articles of the Constitution of India safeguards the
rights of Minorities to establish and run educational institutions of their own liking?
(A) Article 19
(B) Article 29
(C) Article 30
(D) Article 31
Answer- C
Q.9. Match List – I (Institutions) with List – II (Functions) and select the correct
answer by using the code given below:
List – I (Institutions) List – II (Functions)
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(a) Parliament (i) Formulation of Budget
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Answer- B
Q.10. Foundation training to the newly recruited IAS (Probationers) is imparted by:
(A) Indian Institute of Public Administration
(B) Administrative Staff College of India
(C) L.B.S. National Academy of Administration
(D) Centre for Advanced Studies
Answer- C
Q.11. Electoral disputes arising out of Presidential and Vice-Presidential Elections are
settled by :
(A) Election Commission of India
Q.14. The University which telecasts interactive educational programmes through its
own channel is:
(A) B. R. Ambedkar Open University, Hyderabad
(B) I.G.N.O.U.
(C) University of Pune
(D) Annamalai University
Answer- B
(B) 1948
(C) 1950
(D) 1956
Answer- D Page | 5
Q.16. Universities having central campus for imparting education are called:
(A) Central Universities
(B) Deemed Universities
(C) Residential Universities
(D) Open Universities
Answer- A
(C) Wardha
(D) Ahmedabad
Answer- C
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Q.20. Match List – I with List – II and select the correct answer using the codes given
below:
List-I (Institutes) List-II(Locations)
Code:
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Answer- A
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