MCQs of Education

961. In Islamic schools each student was free to attain his ultimate level in any of his interest without being held back because of difficulties in..... disciplines.

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Subsidiary.

Exam Relevance: World History, Cultural Studies, Comparative Education

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: In Islamic schools, students were encouraged to pursue their interests without being held back by difficulties in less important or secondary subjects.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse "subsidiary" with "main" or "central" disciplines, thinking that difficulties in primary subjects would hold them back.

Explanations: The term "subsidiary" refers to secondary or less important disciplines. In Islamic schools, students were free to advance in their areas of interest without being constrained by difficulties in less significant subjects. This approach allowed for a more flexible and personalized educational experience.

Option Analysis:

Option A: "Central" refers to primary or main disciplines, which does not fit the context of the question.
Option B: "Main" also refers to primary or core disciplines, which is not the correct term for less important subjects.
Option C: "Moral" refers to ethical or values-based disciplines, which is not relevant to the context of the question.
Option D: "Subsidiary" correctly refers to secondary or less important disciplines, fitting the context of the question.

Mnemonic: Subsidiary = Secondary, Sidekick

962. In Islamic schools the able and studious were allowed to move forward at their own speed and they were not restricted by a fixed curriculum nor they were kept in the same.....

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Age Group.

Exam Relevance: GRE, GMAT, Civil Services, UPSC

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Islamic schools allowed students to progress based on their individual abilities and studies, not by age group.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse the concept with modern educational systems where age groups are a common factor in curriculum and progression.

Explanations: In Islamic schools, students were not restricted by age groups. Instead, they were allowed to move forward at their own pace based on their ability and studies. This flexibility in curriculum and progression was a key feature of Islamic educational practices.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect because the environment was not a restriction for student progression.
Option B: Incorrect because the school itself did not restrict student progression based on age.
Option C: Correct because students were not restricted by age groups.
Option D: Incorrect because the system allowed for individual progression, not a fixed system.

963. In old Muslim schools it was usual practice that the brilliant students understood and appreciated the difficulties and merits of the dull students and the dull students learnt easily from them in comparison of their.....

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (D) Teachers.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, GRE, Civil Services

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: In old Muslim schools, the educational system often emphasized a close relationship between teachers and students, where teachers played a pivotal role in understanding the individual needs of their students.

Common Mistakes: Students might mistakenly think that the relationship between brilliant and dull students was the primary factor, overlooking the significant role of teachers in facilitating learning.

Explanations: In old Muslim schools, teachers were central to the educational process. They understood the difficulties and merits of each student, whether brilliant or dull. This personalized approach allowed dull students to learn more effectively from their teachers compared to their peers or other figures. The teachers' expertise and guidance were crucial in bridging the learning gap.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Age Group - This option is incorrect because the question focuses on the educational relationship rather than age differences.
Option B: Class Fellows - This option is incorrect because the question highlights the role of teachers rather than peer learning.
Option C: Parents - This option is incorrect because the educational context in old Muslim schools emphasized the role of teachers over parental involvement in the learning process.
Option D: Teachers - This option is correct because teachers were the primary facilitators of learning, understanding the needs of both brilliant and dull students.

964. Students from all classes of society sat together at the feet of the same..... Only by their contribution to the activities of the group were they distinguished.

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Scholar.

Exam Relevance: GRE, GMAT, LSAT, SAT

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The sentence describes a scenario where students from different social classes study together under the guidance of a single teacher or scholar. The distinction among students is based on their contributions to group activities rather than their social status.

Common Mistakes: Students might mistakenly choose "Group" or "Organization" because the sentence mentions group activities. However, the context clearly indicates that the students are learning from a single teacher or scholar.

Explanations: The sentence emphasizes that students from various social classes sit together and are guided by the same scholar. The distinction among them is based on their contributions to group activities, not their social status. This aligns with the role of a scholar who teaches and guides students regardless of their background.

Option Analysis:

Option A: "Group" is incorrect because the sentence focuses on the role of a single teacher or scholar, not a collective entity.
Option B: "System" is incorrect as it does not fit the context of a teacher-student relationship.
Option C: "Scholar" is correct because it aligns with the idea of a single teacher guiding students from different social classes.
Option D: "Organization" is incorrect as it does not fit the context of a teacher-student relationship.

Mnemonic: SCHOLAR: Sit, Hear, Observe, Learn, And Respect

965. Teaching was not a profession acquired by a mere certificate awarded by a Government body, but something achieved by real ability and true vocation.....a statement by.

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) M.A.Zaki Badwai.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, Civil Services, Competitive Teaching Exams

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The statement emphasizes the importance of genuine ability and vocation in teaching, rather than mere certification.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse the statement with similar views expressed by other educational figures.

Explanations: M.A. Zaki Badwai was a prominent Pakistani educationist and author who emphasized the significance of true vocation and real ability in teaching. The statement aligns with his views on the profession of teaching, highlighting that it is not merely about obtaining a certificate but about possessing genuine skills and a true calling.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Ata-ur-Rehman is known for his contributions to education but the specific statement does not match his known views.
Option B: M.A. Zaki Badwai's emphasis on genuine ability and vocation in teaching aligns with the statement.
Option C: Hayat Khan is not known for this specific statement on teaching.
Option D: Prof Saleem Ahmad's contributions do not align with the specific statement given.

966. In Islamic schools teaching of Arabic language and literature was one of the important requirements of.....

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (A) Curriculum.

Exam Relevance: GRE, GMAT, Civil Services Exam

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: In Islamic educational systems, the teaching of Arabic language and literature is a fundamental component of the curriculum.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse the curriculum with religious requirements or the broader educational system.

Explanations: The teaching of Arabic language and literature is a structured part of the curriculum in Islamic schools. This means it is a required and planned aspect of the educational program, not just a religious practice or a general educational institute requirement. The curriculum is the set of courses and their content offered at a school, and in this context, it includes the study of Arabic language and literature.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Correct. The curriculum is the structured set of courses and content taught in schools, which includes Arabic language and literature in Islamic schools.
Option B: Incorrect. While Arabic is important in Islam, the question specifically asks about the educational requirement, not religious practice.
Option C: Incorrect. The term "Educational Institute" is too broad and does not specifically refer to the structured curriculum.
Option D: Incorrect. "System" is too vague and does not specifically denote the structured educational content.

967. The main drawback of the old Muslim schools was that those schools gave more emphasis on factual information and memorization and neglected.....

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Understanding.

Exam Relevance: World History, Cultural Studies, Religious Studies

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: The old Muslim schools focused heavily on memorization and factual information, often at the expense of deeper understanding.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse the emphasis on memorization with a lack of assessment or examination, which is not the case.

Explanations: The old Muslim schools prioritized rote learning and memorization of religious texts and other factual information. This approach often neglected the development of critical thinking and deeper understanding of the material. Therefore, the main drawback was the lack of emphasis on understanding.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Assessment was still a part of the educational system, but it did not focus on understanding.
Option B: Examinations were conducted, but they primarily tested memorization rather than comprehension.
Option C: The schools neglected understanding in favor of memorization and factual recall.
Option D: The semester system is unrelated to the focus on memorization versus understanding.

968. Who among the following propounded the concept of paradigm?

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) Thomas Kuhn.

Exam Relevance: GRE, MCAT, GMAT, LSAT

Difficulty: Moderate

Concept notes: Thomas Kuhn is known for his work on the concept of paradigm shifts in scientific revolutions.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse Thomas Kuhn with other theorists who have contributed to the philosophy of science.

Explanations: Thomas Kuhn introduced the concept of paradigm in his influential book "The Structure of Scientific Revolutions" published in 1962. A paradigm, according to Kuhn, is a set of practices that define a scientific discipline at a particular period of time. It includes theories, laws, and methods that are accepted by the scientific community. Kuhn argued that scientific progress is not continuous but occurs through paradigm shifts, where one paradigm is replaced by another.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Peter Haggett is a geographer known for his work in spatial analysis and geography, not for the concept of paradigm.
Option B: Von Thunen is known for his contributions to agricultural location theory, not for the concept of paradigm.
Option C: Thomas Kuhn is the correct answer as he introduced the concept of paradigm in the context of scientific revolutions.
Option D: John K. Wright is known for his work in urban geography and the concentric zone model, not for the concept of paradigm.

969. NMEICT stands for:

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (B) National Mission on Education through ICT.

Exam Relevance: UPSC, SSC, Banking Exams, Competitive Exams

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: NMEICT stands for National Mission on Education through ICT, which is a program aimed at enhancing education through Information and Communication Technology.

Common Mistakes: Students may confuse NMEICT with other similar acronyms related to ICT, such as those focused on e-learning, e-commerce, or e-governance.

Explanations: The correct answer is National Mission on Education through ICT because the acronym NMEICT directly corresponds to this mission. The mission aims to improve the quality of education by integrating ICT into educational processes.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect, as NMEICT is not specifically about e-learning.
Option B: Correct, as NMEICT stands for National Mission on Education through ICT.
Option C: Incorrect, as NMEICT is not related to e-commerce.
Option D: Incorrect, as NMEICT is not related to e-governance.

Mnemonic: NMEICT: National Mission Enhances ICT in Teaching

970. Responses that produce a satisfying effect in a particular situation become..........to occur again in that situation.

Correct Answer: Correct answer is: (C) More likely.

Exam Relevance: AP Psychology, IB Psychology, SAT Subject Test in Psychology

Difficulty: Easy

Concept notes: The concept being tested is the principle of reinforcement in psychology, where behaviors that result in positive outcomes are more likely to be repeated.

Common Mistakes: Students might confuse reinforcement with punishment, leading them to believe that responses that produce a satisfying effect are less likely to occur again.

Explanations: According to the principle of reinforcement, behaviors that result in a satisfying effect are more likely to be repeated in similar situations. This is because the satisfying effect serves as a positive reinforcer, increasing the probability of the behavior occurring again.

Option Analysis:

Option A: Incorrect because responses that produce a satisfying effect are not less likely to occur again.
Option B: Incorrect because responses that produce a satisfying effect are not less likely to occur again.
Option C: Correct because responses that produce a satisfying effect are more likely to occur again.
Option D: Incorrect because responses that produce a satisfying effect are not equally likely to occur again.

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6 thoughts on “MCQs of Education - Set 97”

Amina Khatun January 1, 2020
Dada,apnar EI practice set tar Kno jobab nei….vison helpful 🙏🙏
JITENDRA KUMAR SETHI April 23, 2020
Better question
vijay April 26, 2020
Q44
Wilhelm Wundt opened the Institute for Experimental Psychology at the University of Leipzig in Germany in 1879.
Aliza Ali December 14, 2020
I don,t agree with mcq no.759🤨
KISHOR RAMDHAN GHUNAWAT April 26, 2021
Nice sir Thanks for.
Syed Zaheer Abbas September 2, 2021
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