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Time of India
4 days ago
- General
- Time of India
UGC NET English 2025: Top 20+ Most Repeated Questions for UGC NET English Paper Preparation
UGC NET English 2025: UGC NET English 2025 exam has a detailed & vast syllabus. It is meant for those aiming for Assistant Professorship or JRF. As of June 2, 2025, candidates should study both Paper 1 and Paper 2. Paper 1 checks general teaching and research skills. It includes topics like Teaching and Research Aptitude, Comprehension, Communication, Logical and Mathematical Reasoning, Data Interpretation, ICT, People and Environment, and Higher Education System. Paper 2 is focused on English Literature and related areas. It covers Drama (from Classical to Postmodern), Poetry (Old English to Postmodern), Fiction and Short Stories, and Non-Fictional Prose. It also includes topics like Language (concepts, theories, pedagogy), English in India (history and development), Cultural Studies, Literary Criticism, Post-World War II Literary Theory, and Research Methods in English. UGC NET English 2025 Exam Pattern and Marking Scheme Exam Duration: 3 hours (180 minutes) Mode: Online (Computer-based Test) Number of Papers: 2 (Paper 1 and Paper 2) UGC NET English 2025 Paper 1 Questions: 50 MCQs Total Marks: 100 Focus: General Teaching and Research Aptitude UGC NET English 2025 Paper 2 Questions: 100 MCQs Total Marks: 200 Focus: English Literature, Language, and Related Topics UGC NET English 2025 Marking Scheme Marks per Question: 2 marks each Negative Marking: None Total Marks: 300 Candidates must attempt all questions within the given time to qualify. Top Repeated UGC NET English Questions (2025) Below are the required chapter-wise Top Repeated UGC NET English Questions 2025 listed: 1. Literary Theory and Criticism Define New Criticism and explain its main features. What is Structuralism? Discuss its impact on literary studies. Explain the concept of Postcolonialism with examples. What are the key ideas of Feminist Criticism? Discuss the contributions of T.S. Eliot to literary criticism. Define Reader-Response Theory and its significance. Explain the concept of Deconstruction as proposed by Jacques Derrida. What is Marxist Criticism? How does it interpret literature? 2. Indian Writing in English Discuss the themes of R.K. Narayan's novels. What are the major concerns of Mulk Raj Anand's writings? Explain the significance of Salman Rushdie's "Midnight's Children" in Indian English literature. Describe the contribution of Kamala Das to Indian English poetry. Discuss the role of Girish Karnad in Indian English drama. 3. English Literature: Poetry, Drama, and Prose Analyze the theme of alienation in T.S. Eliot's "The Waste Land." Discuss the role of the supernatural in Shakespeare's "Macbeth." What is the significance of the Romantic Movement in English literature? Explain the characteristics of Victorian poetry with examples. Discuss the narrative technique used in Virginia Woolf's "To the Lighthouse." What are the major themes in George Orwell's "1984"? 4. Language and Linguistics Define Phonetics and explain its branches. What is Code-switching? Give examples. Explain the difference between Denotation and Connotation. What is Transformational Generative Grammar according to Noam Chomsky? Discuss the features of Indian English as a variety of English. 5. Grammar and Usage Identify and correct the error in the sentence: "Neither of the boys are coming." Explain the use of subjunctive mood in English. What are phrasal verbs? Give five examples. Differentiate between active and passive voice with examples. Preparation Tips for UGC NET English 2025 Exam Aspirants, to prepare well for the UGC NET English 2025 exam, candidates should plan their study time smartly. The exam has two papers. Paper 1 is about Teaching and Research Aptitude. Paper 2 is based on English Literature. Key Topics to Focus On: Paper 1 (General Aptitude): Teaching Aptitude, Research Methodology, Reading Comprehension, Communication, Reasoning, ICT, and Higher Education System. Paper 2 (English Literature): Drama, Poetry, Fiction and Short Story, Non-Fiction Prose, Language (Basics and Pedagogy), English in India, Cultural Studies, Literary Criticism, Post-WWII Literary Theory, and Research Methods. Time Management Tips: Spend 1.5 hours daily on Paper 2. Focus on understanding literary texts, analyzing theories, and revising major movements. Give 1 hour daily to Paper 1. Practice reasoning, teaching techniques, and research basics. Set aside weekly time to solve mock tests and previous year question papers. This will boost your speed and confidence.
Indian Express
7 days ago
- Politics
- Indian Express
Express News Quiz: Sirens, Japanese healing hand & IPL
Welcome to The Indian Express' weekly news quiz. You know the drill — there are 10 quiz questions below, woven around major events from India and the world. Your job is to sniff out the answers while being mindful of the timer. Any score above 80 will be commendable. Good luck, and see you on the other side! Before you try our other games, a look at the rich stories that couldn't make it into the quiz this week: 600-million-year-old stromatolites in the Himalayas tell the story of an ocean lost and Earth's first breath | Warfare at night, deepfakes by day: The anatomy of a rumour in modern era conflicts | Vanishing voices of the mountains: The struggle to preserve Pahari languages More from Express Puzzles & Games BEGINNERS | The IE Mini Crossword, made with Indian English MEDIUM | Digital Sudoku with pen, pencil and checking tools EXPERT | Chess strategy puzzle: find best moves, solve trivia Aishwarya Khosla is a journalist currently serving as Deputy Copy Editor at The Indian Express. Her writings examine the interplay of culture, identity, and politics. She began her career at the Hindustan Times, where she covered books, theatre, culture, and the Punjabi diaspora. Her editorial expertise spans the Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Punjab and Online desks. She was the recipient of the The Nehru Fellowship in Politics and Elections, where she studied political campaigns, policy research, political strategy and communications for a year. She pens The Indian Express newsletter, Meanwhile, Back Home. Write to her at or You can follow her on Instagram: @ink_and_ideology, and X: @KhoslaAishwarya. ... Read More
Hans India
25-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Hans India
Resonating with souls of readers
Henry Louis Vivian Derozio, RN Tagore, Aurobindo, Nissim Ezekiel, Kamala Das, and Arbind Kumar Choudhary are widely recognised as the founding fathers of Indian English poetry. In the book 'Phrasal Movement in Indian English Poetry', Prof. NDR Chandra draws our attention to the soul-stirring words of Choudhary, whose deep engagement with various forms of versification and clusters of phrasal passages has established what is known as 'The Phrasal School of Poetry.' This has earned him the titles of not only the Quatrain Master but also the Phrasal King in Indian English literature. Flipping through the pages, we discover numerous poetic schools and literary movements flourishing over time. Yet, the distinctive clusters of phrasal passages spreading their unique fragrance in Choudhary's poetry have persuaded many critics and readers to crown him the Phrasal King of Indian English poetry. His devoted followers passionately advocate for the Phrasal Movement, recognising its significance in contemporary literature. The phrasal aroma wafting through his poems warms the hearts of many, and the intensity of this fragrance has created a new school of poetry — widely acknowledged as The Phrasal School of Poetry. Esteemed critics such as Prof. Chandra have given full credit to Choudhary for this innovation. Prof. RA Singh recognises the creation of the Phrasal Movement, while Prof. Mahendra highlights the whirlwind impact of the phrasal style all around. Several critics have deeply inhaled the phrasal fragrance adorning Choudhary's works and express their admiration with wholehearted ease. Eminent literary scholars like Prof. SM Pahadia have become ardent admirers of his phrasal passages, while Prof. S Choudhary passionately praises his proverbial expressions. As these critics explore the innovative features in his verses, they lavish profound admiration on a poet who has revolutionised Indian English poetry. The twelve scholarly critical essays included in this book richly explore the various innovative poetic tools employed by Choudhary. His recognition as one of the leading literary luminaries is widely accepted globally. A group of poetry enthusiasts identify romantic elements in his work, particularly noting the vivid picturisation reminiscent of Keats, affectionately calling him the Indian Keats of English poetry. Reading Choudhary's poems, one also detects the influence of Spenserian poetic hues throughout his verses. The frequent use of phrasal words, especially in plural form within his quatrains, creates fertile literary ground, securing his firm place in the ethereal realm of poetry. His exploration of new versification styles marks him as a high watermark poet in Indian English literature. The seamless blend of Indian, Greek, and Roman mythological themes in his work is unparalleled in Indian English poetry. Readers can also observe the satirical tone that occasionally emerges in his verses. The abundance of phrasal passages flowing from one to another makes him the undisputed phrasal champion in this literary domain. The beauty of his poetry lies in its simplicity and sublimity, which deeply resonates with the souls of readers.
Indian Express
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Indian Express
Express News Quiz: Booker win, Aishwarya Rai at Cannes & Maoists
Welcome to The Indian Express' weekly news quiz. You know the drill — there are 10 quiz questions below, woven around major events from India and the world. Your job is to sniff out the answers while being mindful of the timer. Any score above 80 will be commendable, earning you a shoutout on @iepuzzles, our hub for brainteasers on Instagram. Good luck, and see you on the other side! Before you try our other games, a look at the rich stories that couldn't make it into the quiz this week: Vanishing voices of the mountains: The struggle to preserve Pahari languages | From Manusmriti to British Empire: what history tells us about the practice of manual scavenging in India | Agatha Christie is back—but would she approve of this AI seance? More from Express Puzzles & Games BEGINNERS | The IE Mini Crossword, made with Indian English MEDIUM | Digital Sudoku with pen, pencil and checking tools EXPERT | Chess strategy puzzle: find best moves, solve trivia Aishwarya Khosla is a journalist currently serving as Deputy Copy Editor at The Indian Express. Her writings examine the interplay of culture, identity, and politics. She began her career at the Hindustan Times, where she covered books, theatre, culture, and the Punjabi diaspora. Her editorial expertise spans the Jammu and Kashmir, Himachal Pradesh, Chandigarh, Punjab and Online desks. She was the recipient of the The Nehru Fellowship in Politics and Elections, where she studied political campaigns, policy research, political strategy and communications for a year. She pens The Indian Express newsletter, Meanwhile, Back Home. Write to her at or You can follow her on Instagram: @ink_and_ideology, and X: @KhoslaAishwarya. ... Read More
Hans India
14-05-2025
- General
- Hans India
Tributes paid to R K Narayan on his death anniversary
Bengaluru: One of the writers of early Indian literature in English, R K Narayan, known for his seminal works like 'Malgudi Days' and 'The Guide' passed away on this day in 2001. Born in Chennai, Narayan spent a considerable time in Mysuru of Karnataka. He passed away after a prolonged illness in a Chennai hospital. The writer, known for his 'unpretentious' style of writing, eventually found fame beyond India as well. In a review of Narayan's works published in 'The New Yorker' American novelist and critique, John Updike called him a 'writer of a vanishing breed – the writer as a citizen; one who identifies completely with his subjects and with a belief in the significance of humanity.' Karnataka's elected representatives took to 'X' to remember the legend on his death anniversary on Tuesday. 'Remembering the literary giant #RKNarayan on his death anniversary. Through his gentle wit and deep humanity, he turned everyday Indian life into timeless 'Malgudi' literature. In doing so, his stories showed us that simplicity holds depth, and ordinary lives carry extraordinary meaning,' wrote Deputy Chief Minister of Karnataka, D K Shivakumar. Remembering the literary giant, UT Khader, speaker of Karnataka Legislative Assembly and MLA of Mangaluru, said, 'His characters, simple yet profound, continue to live in the hearts of readers, offering a mirror to our everyday lives with warmth, wit, and gentle irony.' BJP legislator, Byrathi Basavaraja, MLA of K R Pura constituency, paid his tribute to 'the foremost among Indian English writers' too. MLA of Mahalakshmi Layout in Bengaluru K Gopalaiah said, '…the master storyteller brought 'Malgudi' to life and made Indian English literature truly our own.' Araga Jnanendra, MLA of Thirthalli and Munirathna, MLA of Rajarajeshwarinagar were among those who paid their tributes to the uber-famous writer and his 'timeless words'. Meanwhile, national broadcaster Akashvani has reposted an interview of Narayan by U R Ananthamurthy, yet another literary giant who was shaped by the socio-politics of Karnataka, especially Mysuru, in remembrance of the day. The interview, available in Akashvani's official YouTube channel, was commissioned by AIR Mysuru.
