UGC NET Paper 1 Question Paper Shift 2 (December 06, 2023); Download PDF
UGC NET 2023 Paper 1 (Shift 2), held on 6th December 2023, consists of 50 questions designed to evaluate the general teaching and research aptitude of candidates. The paper covers a variety of topics, including logical reasoning, reading comprehension, data interpretation, and teaching methodologies. It is a crucial exam for candidates aspiring to become assistant professors or pursue research fellowships in Indian universities and colleges. The difficulty level of the paper is moderate, aiming to assess candidates' overall academic and cognitive abilities.
UGC NET 2023 Paper 1 Previous Year Paper (06-Dec-2023) (Shift 2)
Q1.
The following table shows the percentage (%) distribution of expenses in agriculture under different budget heads, namely fertilizer, feed, seed, electricity and diesel, and others in the year 2012 and 2022. Total amount of expenditure incurred on all the different heads in 2012 and 2022 is Rs. 30864 crores and Rs. 70698 crores respectively. Based on the data in the table, answer the questions that follow. Budget Head Year 2012 2022 Fertilizer 17.5% 28.6% Feed 29.5% 19.5% Seed 18.5% 14.5% Electricity and Diesel 7.8% 8.6% Others 26.7% 28.6%
In terms of actual expenditure on Electricity and Deisel, the increase in 2022, as compared to 2012, was
Q2.
The following table shows the percentage (%) distribution of expenses in agriculture under different budget heads, namely fertilizer, feed, seed, electricity and diesel, and others in the year 2012 and 2022. Total amount of expenditure incurred on all the different heads in 2012 and 2022 is Rs. 30864 crores and Rs. 70698 crores respectively. Based on the data in the table, answer the questions that follow. Budget Head Year 2012 2022 Fertilizer 17.5% 28.6% Feed 29.5% 19.5% Seed 18.5% 14.5% Electricity and Diesel 7.8% 8.6% Others 26.7% 28.6%
The expenditure on Electricity and Diesel in 2022 exceeded similar expenditure in 2012 by approximately
