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Question 118Asked in CTET February 2026 Paper 1, 8 Feb 2026

Cognitive theory of language development, supports that language is:

  1. Alearnt through reward and punishment.
  2. Blearnt through interaction with in the society.
  3. Cdependent on child’s understanding of the concept before verbalizing it.
  4. Dinnate capacity of an individual.
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Correct answer: (C) dependent on child’s understanding of the concept before verbalizing it.

Explanation

Cognitive theory (Piaget) holds that language depends on cognitive development — a child first understands a concept and then expresses it in words.

From CTET February 2026 Paper 1, 8 Feb 2026 — Previous Year Paper

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