BA LLB
Entrance examination for the year 2020 was conducted by the Aligarh Muslim University in the centers already notified. After the examination, Edunews requested its expert team to review the question paper and offer the observations which is imperative from the view point of the takers. As per the notification entrance examination of BA LLB comprised of 3 parts namely General English, GK / Current Affairs, Reasoning and Aptitude. The questions are of multiple choice under Part A and descriptive under Part B. MCQ and descriptive type questions carry weightage of 75% and 25% respectively.
General English
The questions under this component relates to basic grammar, synonyms, antonyms, idioms, proverbs, a passage with few questions, etc. The multiple choice question under general English is direct as such the takers might not have faced any problem while answering the questions. The team opined that the candidates having the basic knowledge of communicative English and grammar might score better without any hassle.
General Knowledge/ Current Affairs
Under this component, questions have been drawn from the latest economic conditions in India, political turmoil, developments in legal and judiciary, cultural aspects, international relations, persons who won laurels, awards, prizes in different fields both in India and global, modern history, earth science, science and technology, etc. The questions in the paper relates to more of current affairs than that of past events. Therefore the team felt that the candidates who could update themselves with the current trends might score good marks.
Reasoning & Aptitude
Under this component, the questions have reflected on critical reasoning, blood relations, directions, analogy, series, etc. The questions might create chaos in the minds of the takers unless they are studious in the mental aptitude as well as logical reasoning. The candidates who have got exposure on the topics can secure a decent mark as stipulated.
Descriptive Questions
Experts have discovered as many as 10 questions carrying 25 marks in toto. The questions on précis writing, business correspondence, significance of proverb, demonetization, GST, Indian banking system, constitution of India with its amendments, prominent personalities in different fields, etc. have been raised. All the questions under this part warrant the candidates to explain the same with proper justification.
Overall the experts have categorically expressed that the question paper of the Aligarh Muslim University Entrance Exam is bit complex compared to the previous years.
LLM
LLM entrance exam for 2020 was conducted by AMU. The experts of Edunews have observed the question paper on the basis of the syllabus notified by AMU. It is clear that there are 2 parts in the question paper namely multiple choice question and descriptive; each carry 50% weightage. Under MCQ question paper, experts could find questions on comprehension/communicative English, mathematical ability, current affairs and logical reasoning. The questions under this relates to the current trends in GK, communicative English and simple puzzles under reasoning. All the questions looks to be simple but candidates might have faced problems on logical reasoning. The experts feel that the question paper might help the candidates to score good marks in the examination.
Descriptive: The questions raised relating to current affairs, Indian contract, constitution, torts, property Act, Companies Act, Hindu undivided family, IPR, etc. All the questions under this part expect the candidates to write in terms of paragraph with their justification. On the whole, the question paper for LLM entrance appears to be hazy. Therefore hardworking candidates might score decent marks.
BSc (Home Science) / BSc (Hons)
The team of Edunews proficient in entrance examination in particular has carefully examined the pressure built on the candidates both overtly and covertly. The team after examining the paper came out with the analysis as under:
- For most of the students, this is one such section which gives like roses.
- Chemistry (25 Qs)
- Qs on Chemistry are at the level of 11th and 12th
- Most of the Qs are Chemical reaction based.
- The level of Qs is moderate.
- Physics (25 Qs)
- Qs on Physics are at the level of 11th and 12th
- Most of the Qs are based on derivations with the help of different variables.
- The level of Qs is simple.
- Mathematics (25 Qs)
- Qs on Mathematics are at the level of 11th and 12th
- The Qs are in the form of computation with the help of formula.
- The level of Q paper is moderate.
- Biology (25 Qs)
- Qs on Biology are at the level of 11th and 12th
- Most of the Qs are on the basis of structure either in Botany or Zoology.
- The level of Qs is ranging from simple to moderate.
- Home Science (25 Qs)
- Qs on Home Science are on the basis of general science at the level of secondary education.
- Qs are not tricky therefore they are at the level of simple.
MSc. in various subjects
- Syllabus for M. Sc is at the level of B. Sc in the concerned subjects
- Objective type questions are based on the concerned subject
- 50% of the questions are easy. 35% of the questions are moderate and 15% is difficult.
- Candidates who have prepared themselves AMU M. Sc science courses may not find difficult to clear the examination, if they are on constant study.
MTTM
Entrance examination for year 2020 was conducted by the Aligarh Muslim University in the centers already notified. After the examination, Edunews requested its expert team to review the question paper and offer the observations which is imperative from the view point of the takers.
Environmental Awareness – In this case questions are normally on the environment, which occupy a significant part in the present contact. Questions are ranging from simple to moderate.
Data Interpretation & Numerical Ability – In this case questions are on Data Interpretation & Numerical Ability shows the complicated questions as well. Therefore the level of questions are moderate.
Comprehension & Verbal Ability – The questions are focused on general English and communicating. The level of questions are simple.
Reasoning & Intelligence - In this part also questions gets reflected on logical reasoning. The level of questions are moderate.
Mass Communication and Media Studies
After AMU Entrance Exam, the academic staff of Edunews visited the question paper, studied the same and came out with the following observation. The team has taken note of the pattern of the question paper in which they could find 40 questions (MCQ) and 4 questions (descriptive).
General Awareness: Questions have been asked on the area such as sports and games, abbreviations and its expansions, who is who, awards and laurels, significant stride in science and technology, GDP, contribution of various sectors, economic recession, prosperity, changes in the political scenario, Indian constitution and its amendment from time to time, Centre-State relationship, various committees constituted from time to time and their recommendations, taxation system, especially GST and income tax, triple Talaq, heritage issues, tourism spots, employment status, etc. Generally the questions on GK will be difficult unless the candidates are able to abreast themselves with the latest trends.
Communicative Skills: Questions have been raised on the topics such as active and passive voice, jumbled words; fill in the blanks, antonyms and synonyms, phrases, articles, prepositions, sentence corrections, a small passage followed by posers, etc. The level of questions is simple as they are based on secondary level of education.
MBA
Aligarh Muslim University, school of management has conducted entrance examination for the admission to MBA in 2019. The Edunews pressed its experts into the process of the examination paper analysis. The experts having observed 5 components in the question paper has come out with the following findings:
English Section: The questions under general English have figured on grammar, synonyms, antonyms, jumbled words, phrases, parts of speech, idioms, verbs, adverbs, adjectives, preposition, passage, etc. The component has 20 questions and each question carries 1 mark. The questions on the said component are simple for the candidates who have studied in the secondary level of examination. Therefore, it is easy for them to score decent marks.
GK and Current Affairs: The experts have observed 20 Questions under the component and each question carries 1 mark. The questions raised relates to the recent development in the field of environment, initiatives of the govt. of India in the field of industry, recent political development, achievements in sports and games, splendid performance in R&D and contribution of science and technology. Besides, international relationship has also been focused for setting the question paper. The candidates who are able to be in touch with current affairs can score better than others.
Legal Aptitude: The experts have also observed legal aptitude apart of the question paper. Questions have figured on Indian contract, constitutional law, IPR, Law of torts and vicarious liability. The candidates who have an idea of the fundamentals of law can consider it to be a cake whereas for others it is a hard stuff.
Reasoning: The experts could find 20 Questions on reasoning as well. The questions have risen on blood relation, direction, critical reasoning, series and analogy. The questions are tricky in nature as such it is not a soft food for everybody. However, the candidates who have studies reasoning under CBSE pattern can score decent marks.
Mathematics: The edunews experts have also observed that the question papers has question for 20 marks. All the questions raised could test the ability of the candidate on quantitative methods, simple mathematics and statistical tools to test the findings of a situation/project/case etc. the candidates who are well versed in 10+2+3 can fare better than others. On the whole, it is mixed blending of the soft and also hard. Hence, it is not tough for the candidates to secure decent marks as stipulated in the exam.
B.Sc (Hons) Agri
The team of Edunews proficient in entrance examination in particular has carefully examined the pressure built on the candidates both overtly and covertly. The team after examining the paper came out with the analysis as under:
- English (25 Qs)
- For most of the students, this is one such section which gives like roses.
- Chemistry (25 Qs)
- Qs on Chemistry are at the level of 11th and 12th
- Most of the Qs are Chemical reaction based.
- The level of Qs is moderate.
- Physics (25 Qs)
- Qs on Physics are at the level of 11th and 12th
- Most of the Qs are based on derivations with the help of different variables.
- The level of Qs is simple.
- Mathematics (25 Qs)
- Qs on Mathematics are at the level of 11th and 12th
- The Qs are in the form of computation with the help of formula.
- The level of Q paper is moderate.
- Biology (25 Qs)
- Qs on Biology are at the level of 11th and 12th
- Most of the Qs are on the basis of structure either in Botany or Zoology.
- The level of Qs is ranging from simple to moderate.
- Home Science (25 Qs)
- Qs on Home Science are on the basis of general science at the level of secondary education.
- Qs are not tricky therefore they are at the level of simple
MSc. (Agriculture) Microbiology
After the exam Edunews requested its academic staff to review the question paper, accordingly the task is executed, which is as under.
- General Awareness in Agricultural Sciences -
Questions have been asked on current affairs and contemporary issues in agriculture science at micro and macro level. The level of questions is moderate to difficult, unless the candidates are thorough on the syllabus prescribed by Aligarh Muslim University.
- Botany, Zoology, Biotechnology, Microbiology, Biochemistry and Chemistry -
Candidates are expected to select any one group of the subjects. The syllabus of the subject are at the level of degree in the concerned subject recognized University. An attempt is made to test the level of knowledge and skill possessed by the candidate on the concern subject. The level of question paper is at moderate level.
MSc. (Agriculture) Entomology
General Awareness in Agricultural Sciences -
Questions have been asked on current affairs and contemporary issues in agriculture science at micro and macro level. The level of questions is moderate to difficult, unless the candidates are thorough on the syllabus prescribed by Aligarh Muslim University.
- General Agriculture, Zoology, Botany and Chemistry
The candidates are expected to select any one group of the subjects. The syllabus of the subject are at the level of degree in the concerned subject recognized University. An attempt is made to test the level of knowledge and skill possessed by the candidate on the concern subject. The level of question paper is at moderate level.
MSc. (Agriculture) Plant Pathology
- General Awareness in Agricultural Sciences -
Questions have been asked on current affairs and contemporary issues in agriculture science at micro and macro level. The level of questions is moderate to difficult, unless the candidates are thorough on the syllabus prescribed by Aligarh Muslim University.
- General Agriculture, Botany and Chemistry
The candidates are expected to select any one group of the subjects. The syllabus of the subject are at the level of degree in the concerned subject recognized University. An attempt is made to test the level of knowledge and skill possessed by the candidate on the concern subject. The level of question paper is at moderate level.