UGC NET/JRF EXAM, December 2022 Paper II (HOME SCIENCE)

Total Questions: 100

11. In which one of the following weaves an extra warp or filling yarns are woven in to create a cut or an uncut three-dimensional fabric?

Correct Answer: (b) Pile Weave
Solution:

In pile weave an extra warp or filling yarns are woven in to create a cut or an uncut 3-dimensional fabric.

12. Which of the following is NOT a theory of clothing?

Correct Answer: (a) Individuality  
Solution:

Individuality is not a theory of clothing.
Theories of clothing are :-
• Protection
• Adornment
• Modesty
• Immodesty

13. Selling and buying activity of fashion goods is called:

Correct Answer: (c) Fashion Retailing
Solution:

Selling and buying activity of fashion goods are called fashion retailing. It acts as an intermediary between the manufacturer and the customer.

14. Specific gravity and density are measure of the:

Correct Answer: (d) Weight of the fiber
Solution:

The specific gravity indicates the density of material relative to the density of water. Density indicates the mass per unit volume and express as grams per cubic centimeter. So, basically specific gravity and density are measures of weight of the fiber.

15. The vertical part of the step that works as it's support is:

Correct Answer: (c) Riser 
Solution:

Riser is the vertical part of the between each tread on the stairs. Novel is a structural element used to support the handrail. Tread is the part of staircase that is stepped on.

16. Recommended reflectance value for the ceiling in a room is:

Correct Answer: (d) 80-90%
Solution:

Reflectause value are a measure of the percentage of visible light that is reflected from a surface when illuminated by a light source. Recommended reflectance value for ceiling in a room is 80-90%.

17. For delicate or precision work, the work surface height should be:

Correct Answer: (b) 2-3" above elbow height
Solution:

Delicate and precision work involves fine visuals details such as writing or electronic assembly. For these kinds of work the work surface height should be 2-3" above elbow height to provide support for elbow.

18. Which one of the following is NOT a method of handling income?

Correct Answer: (d) Unequal salary method
Solution:

Unequal salary method is not a method of handling income.
Methods of handling family income :-
Handout Method – In this method usually the head of family maintain complete control of income and handsout small or large amounts as the needs arise.
Fifty-fifty System – In this method both husband and wife divide the total income and total expenditure in two equal pants and work accordingly.
Allowance Method – In this method a certain portion of money is allocated for part of family expenditure.
Equal salary method – In this method all expenses of the family are paid from the total income and part of the income which is left, is then divided equally between husband and wife as a salary for the contribution of each to the enterprise.

19. Which of the following substage is spread between expanding and contracting stages of family life cycle?

Correct Answer: (b) Period of vocational adjustment of children
Solution:

Period of vocational adjustment of children is spread between expanding and contracting stages of family lifecycle.

20. Women entrepreneurship platform was launched by :

Correct Answer: (c) NITI Aayog
Solution:

Women entrepreneurship plateform was launched by NITI Aayog. This initiative is aimed at building an ecosystem for women across India to realize their entrepreneurial aspirations, scale-up innovative initiatives and chalk out sustainable long