Communication MCQ Quiz in मल्याळम - Objective Question with Answer for Communication - സൗജന്യ PDF ഡൗൺലോഡ് ചെയ്യുക

Concept:

The meaning of communication, commonly known or understood by people, is the exchange of information between individuals.

• But more the pervasive definition of communication is the process of transferring information and understanding from one individual to another.
• In recent year, there has been an accelerated growth of communication technologies which transform the way of communicating from one person to another.
• The techniques of communication have changed along with the increase in the volume of information and speed.
• People communicate through different means like email, video conferencing, texting service, and various kinds of social media channels. 

E-mail stands for electronic mail. 

• It is considered as a standard means of communication.
• It is defined as the transfer of messages over communications networks.
• The E-mail includes texts, files, images, attachments, etc. that are sent through a network to an individual or group of individuals.

Explanation:

We can communicate through different mediums and channels:

• The medium is a kind of physical entity by which the communicator transmits and transports the message to the recipient. 
• Channel is a vehicle or a route by which the message travels. 
• Some of the channels/mediums are as follows:
  • Postal Carrier is a person, chiefly a postal worker, who delivers mail.
  • Message service is a text messaging service element of most telephone, Internet, and mobile device systems. It allows enables mobile devices to exchange short text messages.
  • Fax stands for facsimile. It is sent to a telephone number associated with a printer or other output device. It scans the original document with a fax machine, and reconverts the image, and prints a soft copy of the document.
  • Computers transfer data, instructions, and information. E-mail is delivered through computers.

E-mail is an electronic mail, hence, it is delivered through Computers.

A Satellite is a celestial body that moves around the planets similarly the planets move around the sun. A Human-made Satellite is an artificial body that is designed by scientists to collect information about the universe or for communication. Some examples of the Indian satellites in space are INSAT, IRS, EDUSAT, etc. 

EDUSAT: It is a communication satellite, launched by the Indian Space Research Organisation, to serve the educational sector. 

• It is a man-made satellite.
• The first Indian satellite built solely for serving the educational sector.
• EDUSAT is primarily meant for providing connectivity to school, college, and higher levels of education for better academic outcomes.
• Launched successfully by GSLV-F01 on 20-9-2004 from Satish Dhawan Space Centre (SDSC), Sriharikota.
• This satellite is meant for distant classroom education from the school level to higher education.
• Provide the country with satellite-based two-way communication to the classroom for delivering educational materials. 
• Through EDUSAT, India showed its commitment to using space technology for national development, chiefly for the progress of the population in remote and rural locations.
• Currently, 25 States are covered by the footprint of EDUSAT with more than 55,000 EDUSAT classrooms. 

Hence, it becomes clear that EDUSAT is a satellite-based transmission channel meant for educational purposes.

The data that is pushed from a server to a client without client requests is called Push technology.

Key Points

• The technical word used to describe a server sending a message to the client without a client initiating a request to a server asking for a specific payload is commonly referred to as Push Request.
•  It is contrasted with pull/get request, where the request for the transmission of information is initiated by the receiver or client.
• Push services are often based on information preferences expressed in advance. This is called a publish/subscribe model.
• A client "subscribes" to various information "channels" provided by a server; whenever new content is available on one of those channels, the server pushes that information out to the client.
• Synchronous conferencing and instant messaging are typical examples of push services. Chat messages and sometimes files are pushed to the user as soon as they are received by the messaging service.

Additional Information

• Pull technology refers to clients that make requests to servers. This is the traditional way to structure a client/server architecture.
• A web browser requesting a web page is an example of pull technology.
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the correct answer is option 1) Both Statement I and Statement II are true.

Important Points

Statement I: Personal conversation is more effective than a broadcast speech.

• This statement is generally true because personal conversations involve direct, two-way communication between individuals, which allows for more opportunities for feedback and clarification.
• In contrast, broadcast speeches are typically one-way communication, where the speaker delivers a message to a large audience without direct interaction.
• While broadcast speeches can be effective in reaching a large audience, they may not be as effective in engaging individuals on a personal level.

Statement II: The factor of personalization makes the radio a more effective means of communication than a newspaper.

• This statement is also true to some extent.
• Radio can offer a more personalized experience through its use of audio and human voice.
• The voice of a radio personality can create a sense of intimacy and connection with the listener that can be difficult to achieve through text-based media such as newspapers.
• However, newspapers can also offer a personalized experience through targeted content and features such as opinion pieces and letters to the editor.

The effectiveness of communication is not solely determined by the medium used but also by factors such as the target audience, the message being conveyed, and the context of the communication

Additional Information

Effective communication:

• Effective communication is a two-way process that includes transmitting and receiving accurate messages.
• The most vital component of effective communication is an accurate message.
• An accurate message is one that relays the exact points you wanted to make without including any clutter that might distort the message.
• An accurate message is also received and interpreted correctly. 

Qualities of an effective communicator:

• Observance: A person must possess sharp observing skills to gain more and more knowledge and information.
• Clarity and Brevity: The message must be drafted in simple words, and it should be clear and precise to create the desired impact on the receiver.
• Listening and Understanding: The most crucial skill in a person is must be a good, alert, and patient listener. He must be able to understand and interpret the message well.
• Emotional Intelligence: A person must be emotionally aware and have the ability to influence others from within.
• Self-Efficacy: Also, he/she must have faith in himself and his capabilities to achieve the objectives of communication.
• Self-Confidence: Being one of the essential communication skills, confidence enhances the worthiness of the message being delivered.
• Respectfulness: Delivering a message with courtesy and respecting the values, beliefs, opinions, and ideas of the receiver are the essence of effective communication.

The correct answer is Both the nature and urgency of the message to be conveyed.

Key Points

• Modes of communication shall be decided on the following basis:

1. Depending on the nature
2. and urgency of the message to be conveyed.

 Additional Information

• Forms of communication:
• The different forms of communication, their content, and format generally used by a Department are reproduced below:
  1. Letter
  2. Demi-official letter
  3. Office Memorandum
  4. Inter-departmental note (earlier referred to as U.O. Note)
  5. Office Order
  6. Order
  7. Notification
  8. Resolution 
  9. Press communiqué/note
  10. Endorsement
  11. Minutes.

Podcast 

• Podcast mare series of audio episodes on a particular theme or domain which are accessible through phone or other audio devices and communication gadgets.
• Podcasts can be played a number of times the user wants to.
• Podcast are mostly in audio forms but video podcast also exists.

1. RSS is an acronym for 'really simple syndication'.It is a text file presenting necessary, updated information into a feed reader that converts these RSS text files into a series of latest updates strings around the web. It enables the user to get updates to their regular visited sites right on their devices.
2. VOIP(Voice over internet protocol) is the telephonic service delivered through the internet connection embedded with their phone itself instead of the aid of any traditional local phone or cable transmission lines.
3. A blog is an online site or personalized journal for public display owned by the creator of the blog called a blogger. It displays the contents retrospectively i.e. the latest post preceded the older posts. Here the blogger shares his views, opinions, discusses, and can even communicate with the viewers of his blog via the comment section at the blog.

Therefore, Podcast is a term for an audio or video recording posted on a web site that can be downloaded and played later.

The correct resposne is (B), (C) and (D) Only

Key Points
Statement B: Words are symbols for concepts.
This statement is correct. Words act as symbols or representations for concepts, ideas, objects, etc. This symbolic nature of language allows us to communicate complex ideas and thoughts.

Statement C: Labels may be ambiguous.
This statement is correct. Labels, much like words, can be ambiguous. The ambiguity arises from different interpretations, contexts, and the inherent vagueness that some labels might carry.

Statement D: Symbols are usually understood within a group.
This statement is correct. Symbols, including words, gestures, and other forms of communication, often have meanings that are specific to a particular group or culture. These symbols are understood within the group because they share a common context and set of experiences.

 Additional Information

Statement A: Communicated meanings are always ambiguous.
This statement is incorrect. While it's true that communicated meanings can sometimes be ambiguous due to language nuances, context, and personal interpretations, it's not accurate to say they are always ambiguous. Effective communication strategies and clear context can significantly reduce ambiguity.

Statement E: Sharing of meaning is not possible in communication.
This statement is incorrect. The fundamental purpose of communication is to share meanings between individuals or groups. While perfect understanding may not always be achieved, sharing of meaning is not only possible but is a primary function of communication.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2, which includes Statements B, C, and D as true in respect of communication.

the correct option which is 4 (A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III):

Key Points

The correct option is 4 (A-IV, B-I, C-II, D-III)

Additional Information 

Communication is the transfer of information from one person to another, whether or not it elicits confidence. But the information transferred must be understandable to the receiver" – G.G. Brown.

Types of Communication:

1. Verbal Communication:  Verbal communication is the use of language to pass on information by speaking. For example,  written instructions on a question paper, attending an online class, and a yoga instructor teaching yoga poses, etc.
2. Non-verbal Communication: It is understood as the process of communication through sending and receiving wordless messages. Non-verbal details reveal who we are and impact how we relate to other people. These include:

1. Appearance: Our choice of color, way of dressing/clothing, hairstyles, and other factors affecting appearance are also considered a means of nonverbal communication. These first impressions are important, which is why experts suggest that job seekers dress appropriately for interviews with potential employers
2. Facial expressions: Information can be conveyed with a smile or a frown. Non-verbal communication and behavior can vary dramatically between cultures, the facial expressions for happiness, sadness, anger, and fear are similar throughout the world.
3. Gestures: Common gestures include waving, pointing, and using fingers to indicate numeric amounts. A few of the gestures are arbitrary and related to culture. For example, a clenched fist can indicate anger or solidarity.
4. Paralinguistics: It refers to vocal communication that is separate from actual language. This includes factors such as tone of voice, loudness, inflection, and pitch.
5. Body Language (Kinesics) & Posture: Arm-crossing and leg-crossing show defensive postures. Body language is far more subtle and less definitive.
6. Proxemics: It refers to how people use and interpret space. The amount of distance we need and the amount of space we perceive as belonging to us are influenced by several factors including social norms, situational factors, personality characteristics, and level of familiarity.
7. Eye Gaze (Oculesics): Looking, staring, and blinking can also be important nonverbal behaviors. For example, when people encounter people or things that they like, the rate of blinking increases, and pupils dilate. Looking at another person can indicate a range of emotions, including hostility, interest, and attraction.
8. Haptics (Touch): It can be used to communicate affection, familiarity, sympathy, and other emotions such as holding hands, back-slapping, etc.

The correct Option is 4) C, D, and E only.

Key Points

• The traditional approaches to communication are typically divided into three categories: rhetorical, semiotic, and phenomenological.
• Rhetorical approaches emphasize the use of language and persuasion in communication,
• semiotic approaches focus on the study of signs and symbols, and
• phenomenological approaches emphasize the subjective experiences of individuals in communication.
• Machine-to-machine and machine-to-man communication are more recent developments and do not fall under the category of traditional approaches​

Key Points 

A. Machine-to-machine:

• This refers to communication between machines or devices, which is typically automated and involves the exchange of data or information
• This type of communication is common in fields such as manufacturing, transportation, and telecommunications.
• Machine-to-machine communication is a relatively recent development and is not considered a traditional approach to communication.

B. Machine-to-man:

• This refers to communication between machines and humans, such as when a computer displays information to a user or when a user interacts with a website or application.
• While machine-to-man communication has become increasingly common in recent years, it is not considered a traditional approach to communication.

C. Rhetorical: Rhetorical approaches

• to communication emphasize the use of language and persuasive techniques to influence and persuade audiences.
• This approach has been used in various fields, including politics, marketing, and public speaking, and has a long history dating back to ancient Greece and Rome.
• Rhetorical approaches are considered a traditional approach to communication.

D. Semiotic:

• Semiotic approaches to communication focus on the study of signs and symbols, and how they are used to convey meaning.
• This approach examines how people interpret and understand different types of signs, such as language, images, and gestures, and how these signs are used in various forms of communication.
• Semiotic approaches are also considered a traditional approach to communication.

E. Phenomenological:

• Phenomenological approaches to communication emphasize the subjective experiences of individuals in communication, and how their personal experiences and perceptions shape their understanding of messages.
• This approach emphasizes the importance of understanding the context in which communication takes place, and how individuals interpret and make meaning from communication.
• Phenomenological approaches are also considered a traditional approach to communication

As per the UGC NET official answer key, The correct option is 3) Interpersonal communication.

 Key Points

• Homogeneity of opinion among groups of people is mostly caused by Interpersonal communication. Because interpersonal communication can also shape people's opinions and attitudes, but it is not the primary cause of homogeneity of opinion among groups of people.

Homogeneity of opinion among groups of people is often caused by various factors other than Interpersonal Communication, such as

• Social influence: It refers to the ways in which individuals can influence the attitudes and behaviours of others.
• Social conformity: Social Conformity is the tendency to adjust one's attitudes or behaviours to align with the group norms.
• Group polarization: It refers to groups' tendency to make more extreme decisions than individuals would make alone.

Important Points

Mass communication-

• Mass communication disseminates information to a large audience through various channels such as television, radio, newspapers, social media, etc.
• Mass communication can create a shared understanding and worldview among people, but it does not necessarily always lead to a sense of homogeneity of opinion.

Intra-personal communication-

• is communication with oneself, which may include self-talk, acts of imagination and visualization, and even recall and memory. it also includes thoughts, assessments, contemplations, and feelings that are associated with one's inner communication. That is why in the option above, we have chosen intrapersonal communication in one to none mode of communication.

​​Abstraction in communication-

It refers to the process of using general or abstract terms and concepts to describe complex or specific ideas or phenomena. Abstraction is often used in communication to simplify complex ideas and make them more understandable or relatable to the audience.