About this previous year paper
This document contains the official AKTU B.Tech 1st Semester (2020–21) Theory Examination question paper for Soft Skills–I (KNC101). It is a complete 100-mark, 3-hour exam paper designed to assess students on essential communication skills, interpersonal behavior, leadership abilities, negotiation skills, persuasion techniques, and professional workplace competencies.
Soft Skills–I is one of the most important subjects for first-year students because it helps them develop the communication and personality traits needed for future placements, presentations, teamwork, and professional life. This question paper is extremely useful for exam preparation, concept revision, and understanding the actual AKTU exam pattern.
Detailed Breakdown of the Question Paper
SECTION A – Very Short Questions (10 × 2 = 20 Marks)
This section tests fundamental concepts of communication and soft skills. Topics include:
Types of communication
Types of listening activities
Group discussion
Speech delivery
Interpersonal communication
Leadership qualities
Persuasion skills
Ethos (Character)
Negotiation
Approaches to negotiation
These questions focus on definitions, basic concepts, and quick recall.
SECTION B – Medium-Length Questions (3 × 10 = 30 Marks)
Students must attempt any 3 out of 5 questions. Topics include:
Basics of communication skills
Public speaking: styles and approaches
Interpersonal communication in detail
Steps used to persuade or influence people
Role of communication in negotiation
This section builds understanding of communication behavior, presentation skills, and human interaction.
SECTION C – Long Answer Questions (5 × 10 = 50 Marks)
Each question has two alternatives; students must attempt one from each.
Q3 – Communication Approaches & Speaking Skills
Approaches to communication
OR
Elements of speaking and nuances of delivery
Q4 – Presentation & Interview Skills
Presentation and interaction skills
OR
Types & objectives of interviews
Q5 – Leadership & Emotional Intelligence
Leadership qualities (integrity, values, courage, self-confidence)
OR
Empathy and Emotional Intelligence explained
Q6 – Presentation & Persuasion Skills
Presentation skills evaluation
OR
Process and meaning of persuasion
Q7 – Negotiation Skills
Qualities of a good negotiator
OR
Complete process of negotiation
This section helps students write full-length answers for scoring high marks.