Paper 1 · ICT
UGC NET December 2021 June 2022 (09.07.2022) Shift-II
Which of the following are essentials to be ensured while conducting an online examination based on objective questions for the credibility of degrees?
- 1. Proctored environment
- 2. Authentication of the candidate
- 3. Authentication of parents
- 4. Hardware and software testing
- 5. Answer-sheet with proper numbering for writing answers
A1 and 2 only
B2 and 4 only
C1, 2 and 3 only
D1, 2 and 4 only ✓ Correct
Correct answer: (D) 1, 2 and 4 only — The essentials are a proctored environment, candidate authentication, and hardware and software testing, so the answer is 1, 2 and 4.
Explanation
★The essentials are a proctored environment, candidate authentication, and hardware and software testing, so the answer is 1, 2 and 4.
★A proctored environment ensures the examinee is supervised to prevent malpractice.
★Authentication of the candidate confirms the right person is taking the test.
★Hardware and software testing ensures the system runs smoothly during the exam.
★Authentication of parents is irrelevant to the integrity of an adult candidate exam.
★A physical answer-sheet with numbering is not needed for an online objective test.
★Together these safeguards protect the credibility of the degree awarded.
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