Psychology (Paper II) 2015 Question Paper

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Union Public Service Commission (Main)

Psychology

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PSYCHOLOGY (PAPER-II)
Time Allowed : Three Hours
Maximum Marks : 250
QUESTION PAPER SPECIFIC INSTRUCTIONS
(Please read each of the following instructions carefully before attempting questions)
There are EIGHT questions divided in two Sections and printed both in HINDI and
in ENGLISH.
Candidate has to attempt FIVE questions in all.
Question Nos. 1 and 5 are compulsory and out of the remaining, THREE are to be attempted
choosing at least ONE question from each Section.
The number of marks carried by a question/part is indicated against it.
Answers must be written in the medium authorized in the Admission Certificate which must
be stated clearly on the cover of this Question-cum-Answer (QCA) Booklet in the space
provided. No marks will be given for answers written in medium other than the authorized
one.
Word limit in questions, wherever specified, should be adhered to.
Attempts of questions shall be counted in sequential order. Unless struck off, attempt of a
question shall be counted even if attempted partly. Any page or portion of the page left blank
in the Question-cum-Answer Booklet must be clearly struck off.
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1. TO rTWl 250 :
Answer the following questions in about 150 words each : 10><5=50
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What is the phenomenon of 'group think’? How can it influence the quality of
group decision making? 10
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How are indigenous knowledge systems related to environmental degradation?
Mention some psychological processes underlying environmental attitudes and
values. 10
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Discuss some strategies for dealing with academic underachievement in Indian
schools. 10
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What role can psychologists play in primary, secondary and tertiary prevention
programmes in relation to terminal illness such as coronary heart disease and
cancer? 10
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Socioeconomic and educational disadvantages have been viewed from ‘deficit*
as well as ‘difference’ perspectives. Citing examples of each approach, discuss
the difference between the two and their implications. 10
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Does the notion of self-fulfilling prophecy relating to achievement satisfactorily
explain gender differences in achievement? 15
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Critically evaluate the relationship between economic growth and human well
being in the light of contemporary research on happiness. 15
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What is the relationship that has been found, between need for achievement,
need for affiliation and need for power with economic development? Discuss
the relevance of these findings in the context of Indian society. 20
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Do you think that efficacy of personnel selection can be improved by using
multiple methods? 15
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Elucidate the learning principles underlying behaviour therapies. Examine the
relative efficacy of cognitive therapy and behaviour therapy in helping students
overcome social anxiety. 15
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Why do teaching-learning processes in Indian classrooms tend to be teacher-
centred? If knowledge is viewed as a constructive process, what kind of
classroom would be suitable for rural Indian schools? 20
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Indian soldiers defend the country in extreme and, at times, hostile physical
environments. What kinds of psychological problems are they likely to
experience? • 15
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What specific role can psychologists play in the management and rehabilitation
of persons suffering from HIV/AIDS? 15
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According to Social Identity Theory, social categorization and differentiation
processes are implicated in intergroup conflict. Evaluate the theory against
available research evidence. 20
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Answer the following questions in about 150 words-each : 10*5=50
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To what extent would you agree that human resource development is more
about inculcation of human values and less about development of
competencies? 10
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Discuss the psychological mechanisms by which television viewing affects
aggression and consumer behaviour in children. 10
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How can ‘Ashtanga Yoga’ help in fostering holistic health? Support your
answer with research evidence. 10
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Substance abuse is a growing phenomenon among Indian youths. Discuss the
psychological causes of and intervention measures for substance abuse. 10
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How can psychological knowledge be put to use in changing the behaviour of
children inclined to consume ‘junk food’? 10
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Indian defence personnel tend to experience depression, sometimes leading to
suicides. What type of psychological interventions can foster positive mental
health in them? 15
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“Glass ceiling effects in organizations are rooted in socialization and family.”
Discuss with reference to the psychological bases of gender role development. 15
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It has been found that cultural factors can be used to facilitate social change.
What cultural factors can be made use of, and how, in making a success of the
governmental programme called ‘Swacch Bharat Abhiyan’? 20
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| Religious violence in India has shown only a marginal decline over the years.
| What social and psychological factors explain it the most? 15
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How is population growth in India affected by psychological processes of
attribution, beliefs and values? Discuss possible implications of these
processes for population education in India. 15
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| How will you go about constructing a test for assessing aptitude for Civil
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Services? Discuss the details. 20
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What are_some important ethical principles that psychologists must adhere to
while making use of psychological tests? 15
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Psychologists have recently identified. a disorder which they term ‘intemet-
addiction\ What are its presenting features? How can those suffering from this
addiction be helped? 15
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Tribal children in India are disadvantaged partly because of the neglect of their
language and culture in education. How can education for tribal children be
reformed to deal with such disadvantage? 20
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