Languages

Hello UGC NET Aspirants!
The syllabus for English is vast so there is no shortcut. Be clear about the fact that it requires candidate to be continue in the process for a certain time. First be clear with your M.A. Coursework. This helps student knowing about the literary periods. (Chaucer to contemporary)
Refer a good book for Cultural Studies. Cover major writers from American literature, Indian English writing and Postcolonial literature. Keep yourself updated with important literary awards like the Booker Prize, Pulitzer Prize, Nobel Prize etc. Important for Literary Criticism and Theory
Beginning Theory by Peter Barry
History of Literary Criticism
Theory by MAR Habib
Be thorough with M H Abrams' Glossary of Literary Terms. Solve UGC NET Previous Year Papers and study for paper 1 too. Go for a standard book for history of British Literature. Read the book thoroughly and make notes about the author. I am sharing some books; you may pick any. Routledge History of English literature
Short Oxford History of English Literature. A Critical History of English Literature by David Daiches
History of English Literature by Edward Albert
An outline History of English Literature by WH Hudson
A systemic preparation makes things easier provided you have a good knowledge of concepts. Thanks.

For many people, the name Japan evokes technology. It is true when you consider that most Indians see Japanese as the most important and popular of all the languages in Southeast Asia. Japan is among the most influential investors in India. It is a powerhouse in many sectors of the global economy. They lead in consumer electronics, automobile, infrastructure, shipbuilding, semiconductor, optical media, and more. Many Japanese companies are operating in India, and you can put down your name among the high-paid employee registers in these companies. Ability to speak Japanese will boost your professional value. Therefore, here are some career and job opportunities you can achieve with your expertise in Japanese.

(a) Language teaching at primary school (b) BPO/KPO as Customer Service Representative (c) Front Desk jobs in various services industries (d) Translator if student knows multiple language (e) Trainer (f) Freelance writing (g) Technical writer (h) Blog writer or Journalism (I) PR or Advertisement (j) Clerical Services in various type of organisation (k) Government job including Civil Services where eligibility criteria is graduation degree (l) Defence services and Paramilitary forces in non-technical arms (m) PO or clerical services in banks (n) Library expert (o) Research assistant to law, account or other independent professionals (p) Sales & Marketing professional (q) Film, Drama and Arts (r) Management/ Supervision in various kind of industries, etc.