PSYCHOLOGY

PAPER-1
1. SCOPE AND METHODS OF PSYCHOLOGY-BIOLOGICAL BASIS OF BEHAVIOUR
I. What is psychology? Explain the scope of psychology in present society. What are the
major methods of studying psychology?
II. Explain the types of control in experimental method. Cite Suitable examples
III. Explain the nature of psychology as science. Should it be called a natural science?
Indicate the scope of psychology?

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IV. Discuss how psychology as behavioral science may be helpful in public policy making,
with respect to education, health, defense and national integration.

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V. Explain the methods of psychological study. Critically evaluate their merits and demerits.
Is an method sufficient by itself?

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VI. Critically discuss any one method of psychology. Delineate its importance. In studying
human behavior.
VII. What are different methods of psychology? Describe and evaluate the advantages and
disadvantages of experimental method.
VIII. Briefly discuss
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different schools of psychology with respect to their viewpoints.
IX. What are the attributes of reinforcement? Discuss their impact on the modification of
behavior.
X. Explain the behavioristic model with particular reference to conditioning of behavior.
XI. Differentiate between social behavior and cultural behavior with this differentiation
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considers how social cultural factors influence the personality development of an

individual.
XII. Trace the path of emergency of definition of “Psychology”. Narrate briefly the methods of
“Psychology”
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2. COGNITIVE PROCESSES:-
A. SENSATION: ATTRIBUTES OF SENSATION, PSYCHOPHYSICS (WEBER-FETCHNER
LAW),METHODS OF PSYCHOPHYSICS.
B. ATTENTION:DETERMINANTS OF ATTENTION,FLUCTUATION OF
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ATTENTION,SELECTIVITY OF ATTTENTION
C. PERCEPTION:MOVEMENT,SPACE,DEPTH AND TIME PERCEPTION,PERCEPTUAL
ORGANIZATION,GESTALT VIEW
I. What is perception? Discuss the Gestalt approach and feature detectors approach in
form of perception and pattern recognition
II. Distinguish between sensation and perception. Explain the process of perceptual
organization. Give some example of the external factors that affect perceptual
selectivity?
III. What is perception? Discuss the Gestalt view of perception and explain how it differs
from structural view of perception.

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 IV. Explain the characteristics of perception. What do you understand by the phenomenon
of perceptual defense.
V. Critically expound the Gestalt theory of perception. How does Gestalt psychology
explain illusion?
VI. Discuss different cues of depth perception
VII. What is perception? Explain perception from the perspectives of different schools of
psychology.
VIII. Define
Psychophysics. Evaluate Weber-Fechner Law to discuss threshold.
IX. What is meant by time perception? Discuss the major theoretical perspectives to
explain temporal perception. Why filled time is over estimated than unfilled time?

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X. What is sensation? Discuss the attribute of sensation. How can sensation be
measured? Elucidate with the help of suitable mathematical relations and research

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evidences.
XI. Define attention. What are the characteristics of attention? State why attention
fluctuates.

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3. LEARNING:CONDITIONS OF LEARNING
A. THEORY OF CLASSICAL CONDITIONING
B. THEORY OF OPERANT CONDITIONING
C. TRIAL AND ERROR THEORY
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D. THEORY OF INSGHIT LEARING
E. PROGRAMMED LEARNING
I. Elucidate Gestalt theory of learning
II. Discuss briefly the major theories of learning. Explain with illustration how principles
of learning can improve one’s behavior pattern.
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III. What is learning? Describe after Thorndike, the trial and error theory of learning by
conditioning?
IV. Define learning. Critically discuss the Hullian concept of learning.
V. Behaviourist theory of learning.
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VI. The processes of extinction discrimination and generalization.

VII. Explain some important phenomenon of classical conditioning of learning. How it
implicates in our day to day life.
VIII. What is classical
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conditioning? What is the difference between stimulus generalization and stimulus

discrimination.
IX. Explain the characteristics of classical conditioning and how does it differ from the
operant conditioning?
X. Explain classical conditioning and instrumental conditioning. Give examples.
XI. Explain types and schedules of reinforcement.
XII. Define learning. Explain what is a learning curve? Discuss the theory of classical
conditioning in learning.

4. MEMORY: ENCODING,STORAGE AND RETRIEVAL

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 A. TYPES OF MEMORY(STM & LTM,ICONIC,ECHIC & PROCEDURAL)
B. FORGETTING CURVE
C. THEORIES OF FORGETTING
I. What is remembering? Discuss the factor of forgetting?
II. State and explain the conditions of remembering. Can memory be improved by practice?
What are the marks of good memory? What aspects of memory help explain the fondness
of senior citizens for reminiscence?
III. Explain the storage system of human memory with relevant models.
IV. What is meant by memory? Describe any memory made known to you. Write what do you
know about retrieval process.
V. What are the different stages of memory? Explain the phenomenon of memory with a

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suitable model in psychology.
VI. Define retention. Explain the principal methods of measuring retention.

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VII. What is forgetfulness and what are its causes? Explain Ebbingau’s curve of forgetting.
VIII. What do you
understand by “Consolidation of Memory”? Mention the different types of memory with

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special reference to theoretical models. Also discuss the stages of memory.
IX. Describe the structure and function of neurons with proper diagrams. Mention the names
of different types of neurons in human body. What is a synapse?
X. What is meant by word memory trace? Discuss the theories of forgetting.
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5. MOTIVATION & EMOTION
A. PHYSIOLOGICAL AND PSYCHOLOGICAL BASIS OF MOTIVATION AND EMOTION
B. INTRINSIC AND EXTRINSIC MOTIVATION-FACTOR INFLUENCING INTRINSIC
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MOTIVATION
C. THEORIES OF MOTIVATION-MASLOW,MCCLELLAND
D. THEORIES OF MOTIVATION-JAMES-LANGE THEORY,CANON-BARD AND
SCHACHTER-SINGER THEORY
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E. EFFECTS OF MOTIVATION AND EMOTION ON BEHAVIOUR

I. Elucidate the concept of achievement motive and state its implication in human life.
II. Define human motives? What is motivational life cycle? Give an account of any two
theories of motivation.
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III. Explain the term social motives. Present a picture of personal pattern of social
motives in modern man.
IV. What is motive? Discuss motive is not the same as stimulus and incentive. How does
it differ from drives and needs?
V. What is mean by unconscious Motivation”? Give some examples of unconscious
motivation. How far Freud’s view of unconscious motivation can be considered
satisfactory?
VI. Distinguish between primary motive and secondary motive. Discuss drive reduction
theory of motivation.
VII. Discuss the need-hierarchy theory of motivation (MASLOW). Indicate the utility of this
theory in understanding human behavior.

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 VIII. Discuss the
theory of motivation that is related to the desire to excel in different spheres of life.
Can social motives be measured?
IX. “Motivation is a goal directed behavior”-Discuss the statement highlighting the steps
involved in the process of motivation.
X. State the various psychological explanation of human motivation. Explain in detail the
cognitive approach to motivation and emotion.
XI. “Human behavior is elicited by expectations of desirable outcomes” Discuss this in the
statement to bring out the cognitive aspects of human motivation.
XII. Define motivation. Explain the processes and mechanism of motivation which
motivates human behavior.

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XIII. Discuss the
physiological basis of emotion. How does Schachtur-singer’s theory differ from the

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canon-bard’s theory of emotion.
XIV. What is an
emotion? Delineate the conditions responsible for emotional development in human

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beings. By what age of human child develops almost all the basic emotions.
XV. Write what is meant by motivational cycle. Distinguish between primary, secondary
and social motives. In which category you can place achievement motivation and why?
How Mclleland did view it?
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XVI. State the
relationship between brain and emotions with special reference to role of cerebral
cortex. In this context critically discuss the schachter-singer theory of emotion.
XVII. Discuss the
biological and social motivation with suitable examples.
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6. INTELLIGENCE
A. SPEARMAN’S TWO FACTOR THEORY
B. THURSTONE’S THEORY
C. GUILLFORD’S STRUCTURE OF INTELLECT
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D. GARDNER’S THEORY
E. MEASUREMENT OF INTELLIGENCE-IQ & DEVIATION IQ,TESTS OF
INTELLIGENCE-STANDARD BINET
F. TYPES OF
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INTELLIGENCE-SOCIAL,ABSTRACT,CONCRETE,EMOTIONAL,ARTIFICIAL,SPRITUAL
G. GIFTED ANDD MENTALLY CHALLENGED CHIILDREN
I. How can you measure intelligence of a child aged about 8 years? Explain the
necessary steps in this context.
II. What is intelligence? Discuss in this connection Two factor theory of intelligence.
III. Explain the nature of intelligence. Discuss some of the major methods of intelligence
testing.
IV. Explain with diagram Guildford’s model for the structure of intellect. How would you
explain creativity in the light of this model.
V. British psychologists tend to favour the concept of General intelligence, while

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 American psychologists prefer to regard intelligence in terms of several distinct
mental abilities. Critically discuss the Pros and Cons of these pros and cons of these
two points of view.
VI. Is intelligence a unitary or a multifaceted concept? Critically discuss the various
theories of intelligence to support your answer?
VII. Briefly describe concept of Artificial Intelligence.
VIII. What is
intelligence? Explain the structure and nature of intelligence in the context of some
classical approaches.
IX. What do you understand by intelligence? What are the different types of intelligence,
with special reference to theoretical perspective? What is meant by EQ?

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X. Who are mentally challenged children? Delineate its causes.
XI. What do you mean by mentally challenged person? Write the types of disability

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according to PWD act. Discuss some techniques of intervention to manage challenged
behavior of person with moderate intellectual disability.
XII. Who are gifted children? Mention special intervention strategies for imparting

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education for such children?
7. THINKING
A. PIAGET’S THEORY OF COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT-PROBLEM SOLVING
B. CREATIVE THINKING-NATURE AND STAGES
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I. What is thinking? Analyze its process in detail. Is imageless thought possible?
II. What are the tools of thinking? Distinguish between correct thinking and incorrect
thinking. Discuss the relation of language to thought.
III. Elucidate the behavioristic viewpoint of thinking. Do you accept this theory? State reasons
for your answer.
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IV. What is non-directive thinking? Discuss different dimensions of thought processes in

relation to concept & creativity.
V. Present an account of the attributes of the creative thinking and explain the factors that
impede creativity.
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VI. Describe the Piaget’s theory of cognitive development.

VII. Highlight with examples the strategies of concept formation in children.
VIII. Describe the
meaning of creativity and discuss the ways for fostering creative talents.
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IX. How do convergent and divergent thinking differ? Can it be integrated in higher form of
creative thinking?
X. Discuss different stages of creative thinking. Suggest some of the important strategies
that can improve creativity.
XI. How do assimilation and accommodation inter play in the development of cognition?
Discuss the different stages of cognitive development in accordance with piaget?
8. ATTITUDE,VALUES AND INTEREST
A. DEFINITION OF ATTITUDE,VALUES AND INTERESTS
B. VALUE-CONCEPT,DEVELOPMENT AND MEASUREMENT
C. ATTITUDE-FORMATION,MEASUREMENT AND CHANGE CONCEPT

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 D. STEREOTYPE,PREJUDICE,DISCRMINATION
E. MEASUREMENT, REDUCTION OF PREJUDICE
I. Write in your own words, what is an attitude and what types of barriers prevent people
from changing their attitudes? How can attitude be changed?
II. Define attitude. Explain in detail about any two scales of attitude.
III. What are different components of attitude? How do attitudes differ from prejudice?
Can attitude be changed?
IV. Discuss nature, formation and measurement of attitude. Can attitude be changed?
Substantiate your answer citing research findings.
V. Do attitudes influence behavior?
VI. Trace the common linkages between interests and values. Describe the factor

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analytical studies of the structure of interests and values.
VII. Citing experimental studies discuss cognitive dissonance theory of attitude change.

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VIII. Discuss the
significance of attitude, interest and values in human life. Explain the usefulness of
different procedures of attitude measurement.

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IX. How attitudes are formed? Discuss its various components.
X. Citing experimental evidences discuss how social learning, social comparison and
genetic factors influence formation of attitudes. Also explain how trivialization reduces
cognitive dissonance.
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XI. Discuss the concept of value with special focus on its development and measurement.
Mention the significance of value development in the context of modernization.
XII. Define attitude. How does it differ from prejudice?
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9. INTERST-CONCEPT AND MEASUREMENT

10. DEVELOPMENT OF BEHAVIOUR-FROM BIRTH TO ADOLESCENCE
A. PHYSICAL DEVELOPMENT
B. EMOTIONAL DEVELOPMENT
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C. MORAL DEVELOPMENT
D. SOCIAL DEVELOPMENT
I. Explain the concept of linguistic behavior. Critically discuss the sequences of language
development in a child.
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II. Evaluate the theories of language of skinner and Chomsky.

III. Write an essay on the relationship between language and thought.
IV. Chomsky’s theory of transformation generative grammar and discuss its latter
modification.
V. Discuss properties and structure of human language.
VI. State and critically evaluate slobin’s cognitive Chomsky’s theory of transformation
generative grammar and discuss its latter modification.
VII. Discuss properties and structure of human language.
VIII. State and
critically evaluate slobin’s cognitive theory of language development.
IX. Between brain-maturation and reinforcement which one offers a more satisfactory

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 explanation of language acquisition?
X. Elucidate the main features of Skinner’s and Chomsky’s theory of language
development and indicate their application.
XI. Define interest. How can it be measured? Mention the relationship between interest,
aptitude and intelligence.
XII. Adolescence is a period of storm and stress-Discuss.

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1. PERSONALITY

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a) THEORIES OF PERSONALITY-FREUD, ERIKSON, EYSENCK AND ROGERS
I. Elucidate the major determinants of personality. Write examples, how these determinants
influence socialization process.
II. How can you define personality?
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III. What are the different methods of personality assessment?
IV. Explain fully what you mean by personality. What are its main constituents? Is personality
a product of heredity or of product of environment or of both?
V. Evaluate Eysenck’s hierarchical theory of personality.
VI. Define personality. Distinguish between dimensions and traits of personality. Is it correct
to say that there may be individuals:-a)having multiple personality b) without any
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personality? Give illustrations.

VII. Distinguish between trait approach and psychoanalytic approach of personality.
VIII. What do you mean by the term personality? Explain personality from the Freudian
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viewpoint.
IX. Critically evaluate the relative merits and demerits of psychometric measures of
personality and intelligence.
X. Discuss Carl Jung’s theory of personality. Give your critical comments on Jung’s two types
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of personality.
XI. What are the major tenants of Roger’s theory of personality? How are these principles
employed in client centered therapy?
XII. Compare and contrast Freud’s Psycho-sexual development phases and Erik Erikson’s
Psychosocial Development. Discuss the concepts Oedipus and electra complexes and
identify crisis in detail. What is meant by ‘identity Crisis’ in detail. What is meant by
‘identity statuses’? Delineate.
XIII. Mention three parts of personality and their interaction as advocated by Freud.
What are the stages of personality development in Freudian theory.

2. INDIVIDUAL DIFFERENCE NATURE-NURTURE CONTROVERSY

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 a) CHRACTER AND CONSTRUCTION OF STANARDIZED PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTS,TYPES
AND TESTS
I. What are basic determinants of individual differences? Which of them is more
important? Explain with justification.
II. “Individual Differences on behavior among children” can be determined
genetically-critically discuss.
III. How individual differences originate? Discuss the role of heredity and environment in
determining individual differences?
IV. What are the basic determinants of Individual differences? Is the normal distribution of
human characteristics a regular phenomenon? Explain with illustrations.
V. What do you mean by individual difference? Discuss t theories of individual difference.

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What are the role of heredity and environment in making individual difference?
VI. Critically discuss the modern views on nature-nurture controversy in individual

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difference.
3. MENTAL HEALTH AND ADJUSTMENT-CONCEPT OF MENTAL HELATH & WELLBEING
a) STRESS & HEALTH-NATURE,TYPES, CAUSES AND CPNSEQUENCES OF STRESS

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b) ADJUSTMENT-CRITERIA OF ADJUSTMENT
c) MANAGEMENT OF STRESS
I. As a psychologist elucidate the strategies to ensure wellbeing in an organizational set-up
and to encourage productivity with the help of suitable theoretical perspective. Also
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mention the sources and types of conflicts in organizations.
II. How is stress different from “entress”? Discuss the types, causes, and consequences of
stress. How can stress be managed?
III. Define the term “Stress”. Discuss different causes of stress. How does stress interfere
with efficient operation of our immune system?
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IV. What do you understand by the term “Socio-emotional adjustment”? Elaborate with
suitable citations. What are the characteristics of an individual who is socioeconomically
maladapted? Express critically the term “Maladjustment”.
V. What do you mean by positive health? Suggest some of the important factors responsible
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for positive health, well being, life style and quality of life.

4. PSYCHOLOGICAL DISORDERS
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a) CAUSES OF ABNORMAL BEHAVIOUR

b) ANXIETY DISORDERS
c) MOOD DISORDERS
d) SCHIZOPHRENIA
e) SUBSTANCE ABUSE DISORDERS
I. Distinguish between achrotic and psychotic disorders citing suitable examples
II. What is affective disorder? Discuss the role of biopsychological factors in the symptom
manifestation of such disorders.
III. Discuss the nature and symptoms of schizophrenia. Briefly describe the clinical types of
schizophrenia with their distinguishing symptoms.
IV. Whom do you call a psychopath? Discuss on the aetiological factors of psychopathetic

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 personality.
V. Write an essay on psychopathology of Manic-Depressive psychosis.
VI. Discuss in brief the basic nature of neurotic disorders.
VII. Write down the major symptoms of schizophrenia. Briefly discuss the psychological
factors that may cause the disease.
VIII. Explain the
nature of schizophrenia. What are the major types of schizophrenia?
IX. What I meant by “mood disorders”? Narrate the characteristics of the most common types
of mood disorders? Briefly discuss the biological and psychological factors that may be
responsible to cause mood disorders.
X. Discuss personality disorders.

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XI. Psychosomatic disorder and its difference from other disorders.
XII. Distinguish between normal and pathological type of anxiety. Discuss the clinical picture

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of anxiety disorder.
XIII. What are the
common symptoms of schizophrenia? What are its different types? Give an account of the

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major causes of Schizophrenia.
XIV. What are the
major forms of anxiety Disorder? Describe different symptoms of Generalized Anxiety
Disorders(GAD)
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XV. Mention the clinical symptoms of GAD. How does it differ from COD? Critically discuss the
etiology of GAD with suitable research evidences.
XVI. Explain the
maladaptive pattern of behavior associated with substance-related disorders.
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5. PSYCHOTHERAPY
a) PSYCHOANALYSIS
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b) COGNITIVE BEHAVIOUR THERAPY

c) CLIENT CENTERED THERAPY
I. What is meant by psychotherapy? Discuss the process of psychoanalysis with special
reference to transference, countertransference and resistance. How does it differ from
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cognitive-behavioural therapy?
II. What are the major tenants of Roger’s theory of personality? How are these principles
employed in client centered therapy?
III. What is Cognitive Behaviour Therapy? Describe the steps which are followed for
conditioning this therapy. Discuss in this context how does cognitive behavior therapy
differ from behavior therapy.
IV. Define Psychotherapy. Discuss the psychodynamic approach of psychotherapy with
special reference to psychoanalysis. How can you apply it in treating neurotic persons?
V. What is client-centered therapy? Mention its father fugure(s) stressing upon its departure
from traditional methods of therapy. Mention the limitation of the therapeutic strategy.

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 6. ORGANIZATIONAL PSYCHOLOGY
a) PERSONAL SELECTION,JOB ANALYSIS METHODS
b) JOB SATISFACTION
c) THEORIES OF MOTIVATION,HERZBERG,ALDERFER
d) CONFLICT IN ORGANIZATION-SOURCES,TYPES
e) ORGANIZATIONAL CULTURE AND CLIMATE
f) OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH HAZARDS
I. What are the psychological factors behind industrial conflict? Outline a psychological

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programme that might reduce such conflict.
II. How do the modern organization theories differ from the classical industrial theories?

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Discuss in detail the group theory of organization.
III. What are the major sources of organizational conflict in Indian situation? How this conflict

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can be defused? Suggest measures to prevent conflict in an organization?
IV. How is organizational stress defined? What are its effects? Suggest some important
measures that Indian Organizations should adopt to reduce such stress.
V. Why is feedback is so important to communications in Indian Industrial organizations?
Suggest some guidelines for the effective use of feedback.
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VI. What are the determinants of Job satisfaction? How job satisfaction related to
performance? Discuss human factor engineering in Job satisfaction.
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7. GROUP
a) TYPES OF GROUP VERSUS TEAM-INFLUENCE OF PRIMARY AND SECONDARY GROUP ON
SOCIETY
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b) STRUCTURE AND FUNCTIONS OF GROUP

c) LEADERSHIP-CHARACTERISTICS OF A GOOD LEADER WITH SPECIAL REFERENCE TO
TRANS ACTUAL AND TRANSFORMATIONAL LEADERSHIP
I. What do you understand by a group? How do you distinguish it from a mere collection of
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individuals.
II. Describe some salient effects of co-operation and competition upon small group
functioning.
III. Make a functional analysis of groups and indicate the impact of the group on the behavior
of the individual. Refer to relevant studies.
IV. Discuss the role of small groups in social action.
V. Describe the nature of small groups. Explain the quality of interpersonal relationship and
group cohesiveness.
VI. What do you mean by group dynamics? Discuss how group dynamics influence group
activity.
VII. What are the characteristics of good leader? Write with special reference to Indian

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 situation. Compare Transactional and transformational leadership with illustration from
Indian context.

8. SOCIAL PROBLEMS
a) Problems of social integration caste,classs and religion
b) Delinquency and crime
c) Psychological problems related to old age
I. State the nature and conditions of social change. Do you consider social change and
social progress to be the same justify?
II. Define social change. What are the barriers to social changes cite Indian Examples.

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III. Why is social change necessary? Explain the role of leadership in influencing social
change.

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IV. Psychological strategies for handling prejudice.
V. Psychological strategies in handling the conflicts and prejudices.
VI. Describe the concept of social integration. What are the major problems of social

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integration? Explain in detail the measures to achieve integration.
VII. Describe the old age problems from adjustment perspective in the Indian context.
VIII. What defines old
person? Critically discuss some common psychological symptoms of old age.
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IX. Discuss the problems of old age laying emphasis on the problems of the related
contemporary society.
X. Briefly sketch some typical “old age syndrome” in Indian context. Narrate the
psychological problems of family and work-place supposed to be affected by old age
syndrome.
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XI. Discuss on some common psycho-social features of old people. Suggest some measures
to reduce and prevent the psycho-social problems of old people in our country.
XII. What are the common symptoms of aging? Write factors of aging. What do you mean by
successful aging?
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XIII. “Caste and

religion are components of Indian identity, at the same time they cause discrimination
violence”. Do you agree with the statement? Justify your answer with examples. State
what psychological issues need to be kept in mind to alleviate caste and religion related
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violence.
XIV. Critically analyze
the global prevalence of delinquency and crime. What are its psychological causes and
suggest measures in diminishing these phenomenon.
XV. What is meant by gerptranscendence? Discuss the nature of acquisition of wisdom in old
age as far as positive ageing is concerned. How can you address the major social
problems in old age?
9. APPLICATION OF PSYCHOLOGY TO DIFFERNET FIELDS
a) REHABILITATION-CONCEPT, PRIMARY, SECONDARY, AND TERTIARY PREVENTION
b) EDUCATION-PSYCHOLOGY, PRINCIPLES UNDERLYING EFFECTIVE TEACHING-LEARNING
c) MOTIVATING AND TRAINING PEOPLE FOR ENTREPRENEURSHIP AND ECONOMIC
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 DEVELOPMENT
I. Discuss the contemporary relevance of rehabilitation in psychology. What are the
multifaceted dimensions of rehabilitation psychology?
II. To reduce huge unemployment Govt. of India is emphasizing on small entrepreneurship. In
this connection define entrepreneurship . Draw a comprehensive programme to
encourage a BPL category in small entrepreneurship.

10. PSYCHOLOGY AND METHODOLOGY

a) NORMAL PROBABILTY CURVE
b) PARAMETRIC AND NON-PARAMETRIC STATISTICS

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c) HYPOTHESIS FORMATION
d) RESEARCH VARIABLES AND THEIR CONTROL
e) TECHNIQUES OF SAMPLING

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I. Discuss with examples different techniques of sampling. Elucidate the significance of
sampling in designing research. How does choice of statistics depend on sampling?

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II. What are the major difference between parametric and non-parametric statistical
methods? Explain in details.
III. Establish any two techniques of sampling with examples.
IV. Survey method is frequently used to gain basic information about a particular problem on
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demand in a area. What are the basic steps allowed in Survey method. State in this
connection the various methods of sampling.
V. What re the characteristics of a standardized psychological Test? Delineate different
steps for constructing a test. Differentiate between “Speed” and “Power” test.
VI. State major characteristics of a normal curve.
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SHORT NOTE
1. Biological model of personality
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2. Properties of normal probability curve

3. Job satisfaction
4. Application of Max-min-con principle
5. Types of sampling techniques
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6. Methods of Job analysis

7. Steps in the construction of Standardized psychological tests
8. Types of leadership styles
9. Nature-Nurture controversy
10. Alderfer’s theory of motivation
11. Psychological problems of old age
12. Biological and social aspects of substance abuse
13. Source of conflict in organization
14. Primary, secondary and tertiary prevention in disability.
15. Discuss any theories of motivation with illustrations
16. Coping with stress after a natural catastrophe

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 17. Various classifications of groups
18. Panic disorder with and without agoraphobia
19. Give a brief account of Roger’s view of Self
20. Client-centered therapy
21. Conflict and its management
22. Delinquency-causes and symptoms
23. Compare between transactional and transformational leadership
24. Occupational hazard of IT employees
25. Criteria adjustment
26. Learned Helplessness
27. Major Functions of ego

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28. Job stress
29. Problems of old age in nuclear family system

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30. Major characteristics of a normal curve
31. Herzberg theory of Motivation
32. Rumor

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33. Organic disorders
34. Occupational Stress
35. Cognitive learning theory
36. Effects of TV violence
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37. Techniques employed in Job analysis
38. Behaviuoristic Approach
39. Disadvantaged group
40. Social integrations
41. Communications
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42. Measurement of attitude

43. Scale of values
44. Projective technique
45. Problems of social integrations
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46. Industrial training

47. Mass communications
48. Generalized Anxiety Disorders
49. Person perception
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50. Defensive communications

51. Stereotype
52. Classical and operant conditioning
53. Social Change
54. Process of consumer research
55. Perception and perceptual types
56. Spaced and unspaced learnings
57. Methods of psychology
58. Individual differences
59. Psychology and economic development

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 60. Transfer of training
61. Thought disorder
62. Rating scales
63. Conditioned response
64. Extrovert and introverts
65. Models of Man
66. Disabled group
67. Primary group and secondary groups
68. Maturation and learning
69. Change of attitude
70. Alcoholic addiction

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71. Problems of old age
72. Organizational climate

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73. Bandura’s theory of learning
74. Symptoms of Schizophrenia
75. Implications of theory of Insightful learning

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76. Psychodynamic approach
77. Shift and fluctuation of attention
78. Illusion and hallucinations
79. Gestalt principles of perceptual; organizations
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80. Causes of forgetting
81. Small informal groups
82. Cognitive dissonance theory
83. Behaviour therapies
84. Terrorism
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85. Successful ageing relates to healthy lifestyle

86. Imageless thought
87. Prejudice
88. Social changes and quality of life.
RE

89. Theory X and Theory Y(Mc Gregor)

90. Motivation Hygiene theory(Frederic Herzberg)
CA

IMPORANT BOOKS

1. Advanced Psychology by S.K Mangal

2. Educational Psychology by S.K Mangal
3. Psychology by Cicarelli
4. Psychology by Atkinson
5. Psychology by Baron
6. Psychology by Morgan
7. Munn’s Introduction to Psychology
8. Abnormal Psychology by S.K Mangal
9. Psychology by Smarak Swain

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 10. Social Psychology by Kuppuswami

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CA

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