Meta communication was classified under which of the following types of communication?

Correct option is C

Ans. (c)
Sol. Meta-communication refers to communication about communication—the underlying messages, tone, and non-verbal cues that modify the meaning of verbal communication. It includes both verbal (e.g., tone, emphasis, sarcasm) and non-verbal (e.g., facial expressions, gestures, posture) elements that influence how a message is interpreted.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Verbal communication – Incorrect. While meta-communication can include verbal cues (such as tone or inflection), it is not limited to verbal communication alone.
· (b) Non-verbal communication – Incorrect. Meta-communication includes both verbal and non-verbal aspects, rather than being purely non-verbal.
· (c) Both verbal and non-verbal communication – Correct. Meta-communication consists of both spoken and unspoken cues that alter the meaning of a message.
· (d) None of the above types – Incorrect. Meta-communication is an essential part of both verbal and non-verbal communication rather than existing separately.
Thus, the correct answer is (c) Both verbal and non-verbal communication, as meta-communication involves both spoken words and subtle cues that shape message interpretation.