Higher-Education-and-Politics
Question 1 |
The themes of some Sustainable Development Goals are
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(a) Climate action
(b) Sustainable cities and communities
(c) Peace, justice and strong institutions
(d) Skill development and decent employment
(e) Green agriculture
(f) Responsible consumption and production
Choose the most appropriate from those given below:
(a), (b), (c), (e) and (f) | |
(b), (c), (e) and (f) | |
(b), (c), (d), (e) and (f) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (f) |
Question 2 |
Which of the following statements is true in the Indian context?
Autonomous colleges can grant degrees independent of universities | |
Autonomous colleges can grant only bachelor’s degree independent of universities | |
Except doctoral degrees, all other degrees and diplomas can be granted by autonomous colleges | |
Whatever may be the degree or diploma,autonomous college can grant them under their own name but under the seal of an affiliated university
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Question 3 |
According to GATS (General Agreement on Trade and Services), higher education should be a commodity in the
domestic public sector | |
domestic private sector | |
non-trading section | |
global marketplace |
Question 4 |
Rashtriya Uchhatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA) aims to achieve the following in Higher Education System:
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(a) Equity
(b) Access
(c) 50% GER
(d) Excellence
Choose the correct option from those given below:
(a), (b) and (c) | |
(a), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b) and (d) | |
(b), (c) and (d) |
Question 5 |
The major barriers for access to higher education in India are:
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(a) more opportunities of employment for less educated
(b) government policies
(c) language of instruction
(d) economic status
(e) competition from foreign universities
(f) gender discrimination in society
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(a), (b) and (c) | |
(b), (c) and (e) | |
(c), (d) and (f) | |
(d), (e) and (f) |
Question 6 |
What are the advantages of Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) introduced by the UGC for higher education institutions?
A) Focuses on student-centric education
B) Allows students to choose inter-disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses
C) Makes education at par with global standards
D) Makes it easy to estimate the performance levels of students in terms of marks
E) Offers flexibility for students to undertake studies at different times and at different institutions
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) Focuses on student-centric education
B) Allows students to choose inter-disciplinary and interdisciplinary courses
C) Makes education at par with global standards
D) Makes it easy to estimate the performance levels of students in terms of marks
E) Offers flexibility for students to undertake studies at different times and at different institutions
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A), (B), (C), (D) only
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(B), (C), (D), (E) only | |
(A), (B), (C), (E) only
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(C), (D), (E), (A) only |
Question 7 |
Which of the following come under the mandate of the University Grants Commision (UGC)?
A) Promotion and coordination of University education
B) Determining and monitoring standards of teaching, examination and research in Universities.
C) Organizing continuous professional development programmes for college and University teachers
D) Framing regulations on minimum standards of education
E) Disturbing and regulating grants to the universitisits and college
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
A) Promotion and coordination of University education
B) Determining and monitoring standards of teaching, examination and research in Universities.
C) Organizing continuous professional development programmes for college and University teachers
D) Framing regulations on minimum standards of education
E) Disturbing and regulating grants to the universitisits and college
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(A), (B), (C), (D) only | |
(B), (C), (D), (E) only | |
(A), (C), (D), (E) only | |
(A), (B), (D), (E) only |
Question 8 |
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Equality of educational opportunities is a pre-condition for achieving equity in education.
Statement II: Equity in education can be achieved without equality of educational opportunities.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer answer from the options given below:
Statement I: Equality of educational opportunities is a pre-condition for achieving equity in education.
Statement II: Equity in education can be achieved without equality of educational opportunities.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer answer from the options given below:
Both Statement I and Statement II are true | |
Both Statement I and Statement II are false
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Statement I is correct but Statement II is false | |
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true
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Question 9 |
The policy of privatization of higher education began during:
The first five year plan | |
The third five year plan | |
The sixth five year plan | |
The eighth five year plan |
Question 10 |
Dr. B. R. Ambedkar was associated with the efforts in establishing:
Milind College | |
Aurangabad college | |
maha Bodhi college | |
Nagpur college |
Question 11 |
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: Constitution allows both central government and state governments to enact laws for the higher education system in India.
Statement II: More than 75% of colleges in the field of higher education are in private sector (government aided and unaided).
In the light of the above statements. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Statement I: Constitution allows both central government and state governments to enact laws for the higher education system in India.
Statement II: More than 75% of colleges in the field of higher education are in private sector (government aided and unaided).
In the light of the above statements. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Both Statement I and Statement II are true. | |
Both Statement I and Statement II are false. | |
Statement I is true but Statement II is false. | |
Statement I is false but Statement II is true. |
Question 12 |
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: The purpose of higher education is to promote critical and creative thinking abilities among students.
Statement II: Deemed Universities can design their own syllabus and course work but cannot grant degrees.
In the light of the above statements. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Statement I: The purpose of higher education is to promote critical and creative thinking abilities among students.
Statement II: Deemed Universities can design their own syllabus and course work but cannot grant degrees.
In the light of the above statements. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Both Statement I and Statement II are true. | |
Both Statement I and Statement II are false. | |
Statement I is true but Statement II is false. | |
Statement I is false but Statement II is true. |
Question 13 |
Given below are two statements:
Statement I: The All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) was established in 1956 in order to ensure planned and coordinated development of technical education in India
Statement II: Technical Education was defined as programmes of education in engineering, technology, architecture, town planning, management, pharmacy and applied arts and crafts.
In the light of the above statements. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Statement I: The All India Council of Technical Education (AICTE) was established in 1956 in order to ensure planned and coordinated development of technical education in India
Statement II: Technical Education was defined as programmes of education in engineering, technology, architecture, town planning, management, pharmacy and applied arts and crafts.
In the light of the above statements. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
Both Statement I and Statement II are true. | |
Both Statement I and Statement II are false. | |
Statement I is true but Statement II is false. | |
Statement I is false but Statement II is true. |
Question 14 |
An individual's culture is affected due to
Public order | |
Public space | |
Private interests | |
Effective interactions |
Question 15 |
Which of the following are the advantages of lecture-cum-demonstration method?
A. Clear and Permanent Knowledge
B. Helping the task of the teacher
C. Helpful in mental development
D. Economical method
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
A. Clear and Permanent Knowledge
B. Helping the task of the teacher
C. Helpful in mental development
D. Economical method
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
B and D only | |
A, C and D only | |
A, B, C and D | |
B and C only |
Question 16 |
Indira Gandhi National Open University was established in the year
1975
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1980
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1985
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2000 |
Question 17 |
Which goal of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development adopted by India in 2015 seeks to “ensure inclusive and equitable quality education and promote lifelong learning opportunities for all"?
Goal 2
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Goal 4
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Goal 6
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Goal 15 |
Question 18 |
The National Education Policy (2020) has recommended the replacement of the UGC by an umbrella organisation. the Higher Education Commission of India (HECI) with its four Verticals, namely-
(A) National Higher Educational Regulatory Council
(B) General Educational Council
(C) Medical Council of India
(D) National Accreditation Council.
(E) Higher Education Grants Council.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
(A) National Higher Educational Regulatory Council
(B) General Educational Council
(C) Medical Council of India
(D) National Accreditation Council.
(E) Higher Education Grants Council.
Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :
A,B,C,D
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B,C,D,E | |
A,C,D,E
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A,B,D,E |
Question 19 |
Given below are two statements:
Statement I :
The National Education Policy 2020 envisages that the extant 10+2 structure in School Education will be modified with a new pedagogical and curricular restructuring of 5+4+4+3 covering ages 3-18.
Statement-II:
The National Educational Policy 2020 envisages, that prior to the age of 5 every child will move to a "Preparatory class" or "Balvatika",which has an ECCE qualified teacher
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options
Statement I :
The National Education Policy 2020 envisages that the extant 10+2 structure in School Education will be modified with a new pedagogical and curricular restructuring of 5+4+4+3 covering ages 3-18.
Statement-II:
The National Educational Policy 2020 envisages, that prior to the age of 5 every child will move to a "Preparatory class" or "Balvatika",which has an ECCE qualified teacher
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options
Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
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Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
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Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
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Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
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Question 20 |
Which Educational Institution was the first to start college classes for women?
Central Hindu Girls School | |
Vasanta College | |
Miranda House | |
Bethune school for girls |
Question 21 |
Which one of the following statements is not correct?
Indian Parliament is supreme. | |
The Supreme Court of India has the power of judicial review. | |
There is a division of powers between the Centre and the States. | |
There is a Council of Ministers to aid and advise the President. |
Question 22 |
Which one of the following statements reflects the republic character of Indian democracy?
Written Constitution | |
No State religion | |
Devolution of power to local Government institutions | |
Elected President and directly or indirectly elected Parliament |
Question 23 |
Who among the following appointed by the Governor can be removed by only the President of India?
Chief Minister of a State | |
A member of the State Public Service Commission | |
Advocate-General | |
Vice-Chancellor of a State University |
Question 24 |
Which one of the following is not a Constitutional Body?
Election Commission | |
Finance Commission | |
Union Public Service Commission | |
Planning Commission |
Question 25 |
Most of the Universities in India
conduct teaching and research only | |
affiliate colleges and conduct examinations | |
conduct teaching/research and examinations | |
promote research only |
Question 26 |
India’s first Defence University is in the State of
Haryana | |
Andhra Pradesh | |
Uttar Pradesh | |
Punjab |
Question 27 |
Which one of the following States is going to have India’s first National Rail and Transportation University?
Uttar Pradesh | |
Maharashtra | |
Bihar | |
Gujarat |
Question 28 |
The Citizen’s Charter is an instrument which seeks to make an organisation
(i) Transparent
(ii) Accountable
(iii) Formal
(iv) Accessible
(i) Transparent
(ii) Accountable
(iii) Formal
(iv) Accessible
(i) and (iii) | |
(i), (ii) and (iii) | |
(i), (ii) and (iv) | |
(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv) |
Question 29 |
The Chief Minister of a State is not eligible to vote in the Presidential election, if
he/she himself/herself is a candidate | |
he/she is a caretaker Chief Minister | |
he/she has a criminal case pending against him/her | |
he/she is a nominated member of the State Legislative Assembly |
Question 30 |
In the QS World Rankings (2018), which of the following Indian Universities is/are among the top 500 Universities?
(i) University of Delhi
(ii) University of Hyderabad
(iii) Banaras Hindu University
(iv) Jawaharlal Nehru University
(i) University of Delhi
(ii) University of Hyderabad
(iii) Banaras Hindu University
(iv) Jawaharlal Nehru University
(i) only | |
(i), (ii) and (iv) | |
(i), (ii) and (iii) | |
(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv) |
Question 31 |
The mandate of the University Grants Commission (UGC) includes
(i) Disbursing grants to Universities and colleges
(ii) Recognising and monitoring technical institutions
(iii) Funding research centres in Universities
(iv) Managing various scholarship programmes
(i) Disbursing grants to Universities and colleges
(ii) Recognising and monitoring technical institutions
(iii) Funding research centres in Universities
(iv) Managing various scholarship programmes
(i), (ii) and (iv) | |
(i), (iii) and (iv) | |
(i), (ii) and (iii) | |
(i), (ii), (iii) and (iv) |
Question 32 |
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) are formally known as
Transforming Our World: 2030 Agenda | |
Sustainable Living For All: 2022 Agenda | |
Life Of Dignity For All: 2022 Agenda | |
One Planet, One People: 2030 Agenda |
Question 33 |
Instead of holding the office during the pleasure of the President who among the following hold(s) office during good behaviour?
(a) Governor of a State
(b) Attorney General of India
(c) Judges of the High Court
(d) Administrator of a Union Territory Select the correct answer from the codes given below
(a) Governor of a State
(b) Attorney General of India
(c) Judges of the High Court
(d) Administrator of a Union Territory Select the correct answer from the codes given below
(a) only | |
(c) only | |
(a) and (c) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 33 Explanation:
Question 34 |
Which of the following are not necessarily the immediate consequences of the proclamation of the President's Rule in a State?
(a) Dissolution of the State Assembly.
(b) Removal of the Council of Ministers in the State.
(c) Takeover of the State administration by the Union Government.
(d) Appointment of a new Chief Secretary.
(a) Dissolution of the State Assembly.
(b) Removal of the Council of Ministers in the State.
(c) Takeover of the State administration by the Union Government.
(d) Appointment of a new Chief Secretary.
(a) and (d) | |
(a), (b) and (c) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) | |
(b) and (c) |
Question 34 Explanation:
Question 35 |
Which of the following statements are correct?
(a) Rajya Sabha is a permanent House which can be dissolved only during national emergency.
(b) Rajya Sabha does not represent the local interests of the States.
(c) Members of the Rajya Sabha are not bound to vote at the dictates of the states they represent.
(d) No Union territory has a representative in the Rajya Sabha.
(a) Rajya Sabha is a permanent House which can be dissolved only during national emergency.
(b) Rajya Sabha does not represent the local interests of the States.
(c) Members of the Rajya Sabha are not bound to vote at the dictates of the states they represent.
(d) No Union territory has a representative in the Rajya Sabha.
(a) and (d) | |
(b) and (c) | |
(b), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 35 Explanation:
Question 36 |
Which of the following are the demerits of globalisation of higher education?
(a) Exposure to global curriculum
(b) Promotion of elitism in education
(c) Commodification of higher education
(d) Increase in the cost of education Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(a) Exposure to global curriculum
(b) Promotion of elitism in education
(c) Commodification of higher education
(d) Increase in the cost of education Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(a) and (d) | |
(a), (c) and (d) | |
(b), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 37 |
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.
(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.
(a), (b) and (c) | |
(b), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 38 |
Assertion (A): Sustainable development is critical to well being of human society.
Reason (R): Environmentally sound policies do not harm the environment or deplete the natural resources.
Reason (R): Environmentally sound policies do not harm the environment or deplete the natural resources.
Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). | |
Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A). | |
(A) is true and (R) is false. | |
(A) is false and (R) is true. |
Question 39 |
Public Order as an item in the Constitution figures in
The Union List | |
The State List | |
The Concurrent List | |
The Residuary Powers |
Question 40 |
The term of office of the Advocate General of a State is:
4 years | |
5 years | |
6 years or 65 years of age whichever is earlier | |
not fixed |
Question 41 |
The grounds on which discrimination in admission to educational institutions is constitutionally prohibited are
(a) Religion
(b) Sex
(c) Place of birth
(d) Nationality
(a) Religion
(b) Sex
(c) Place of birth
(d) Nationality
(b), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b) and (c) | |
(a), (b) and (d) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 42 |
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.
(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.
(a) and (c) | |
(a), b) and (c) | |
(a), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 43 |
Which among the following States has the highest number of seats in the Lok Sabha?
Maharashtra | |
Rajasthan | |
Tamil Nadu | |
West Bengal |
Question 44 |
Which of the following are the objectives of Rashtriya Uchchatar Shiksha Abhiyan (RUSA)?
(a) To improve the overall quality of state institutions.
(b) To ensure adequate availability of quality faculty.
(c) To create new institutions through upgradation of existing autonomous colleges.
(d) To downgrade universities with poor infrastructure into autonomous colleges.
(a) To improve the overall quality of state institutions.
(b) To ensure adequate availability of quality faculty.
(c) To create new institutions through upgradation of existing autonomous colleges.
(d) To downgrade universities with poor infrastructure into autonomous colleges.
(a), (b), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b) and (c) | |
(a), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b) and (d) |
Question 45 |
Assertion (A): The purpose of higher education is to promote critical and creative thinking abilities among students.
Reason (R): These abilities ensure job placements
Reason (R): These abilities ensure job placements
Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A) | |
Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A) | |
(A) is true and (R) is false | |
(A) is false and (R) is true |
Question 46 |
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.
(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.
(a) and (d) | |
(b) and (d) | |
(c) and (d) | |
(b), (c) and (d) |
Question 47 |
Which of the following core value among the institutions of higher education are promoted by the NAAC (National Assessment and Accreditation Council)?
(a) Contributing to national development.
(b) Fostering global competencies among students and teachers.
(c) Inculcating a value system among students and teachers.
(d) Promoting the optimum utilization of the infrastructure.
(a) Contributing to national development.
(b) Fostering global competencies among students and teachers.
(c) Inculcating a value system among students and teachers.
(d) Promoting the optimum utilization of the infrastructure.
(b), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b) and (c) | |
(a), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 48 |
The National Judicial Appointments Commission (NJAC) has been declared unconstitutional by
The Supreme Court of India | |
The High Court | |
The High Court and the Supreme Court both | |
The President of India |
Question 49 |
Which of the following are the fundamental duties?
(a) To respect the National Flag.
(b) To protect and improve the natural environment.
(c) For a parent to provide opportunities for education to his/her child.
(d) To protect monuments and places of national importance.
(a) To respect the National Flag.
(b) To protect and improve the natural environment.
(c) For a parent to provide opportunities for education to his/her child.
(d) To protect monuments and places of national importance.
(a), (b) and (c) | |
(a), (b) and (d) | |
(a), (c) and (d) | |
(a), (b), (c) and (d) |
Question 50 |
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 justifiable.
(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 justifiable.
(a), (b), (c) and (d) | |
(b), (c) and (d) | |
(b) and (c) | |
(c) only |
There are 50 questions to complete.