Unit H: Social Work and Disaster Management, Conflict Mitigation

and Peacebuilding, Gender and Development

This unit covers social work’s role in managing disasters, mitigating conflicts, fostering peace,
and addressing gender issues in development. It emphasizes theoretical frameworks and practical
approaches.

1. Social Work and Disaster Management

Key Concepts:
 Disaster Management Phases:
o Preparedness: Risk assessment, training, and planning.
o Response: Emergency services, relief, and crisis intervention.
o Recovery: Rebuilding and rehabilitating affected communities.
o Mitigation: Reducing disaster risk through sustainable practices.
Role of Social Workers:
 Providing psychosocial support to victims.
 Mobilizing community resources.
 Assisting in resettlement and livelihood restoration.
 Advocating for disaster-resilient infrastructure.
Indian Context:
 National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
 Programs like the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction.

2. Conflict Mitigation and Peacebuilding

Key Concepts:
 Conflict Mitigation: Addressing root causes of conflict and managing
tensions.
 Peacebuilding: Establishing lasting peace by reconciling parties and
rebuilding relationships.
Strategies:
1. Dialogue and Mediation: Engaging conflicting parties in constructive
communication.
2. Community Empowerment: Strengthening local governance and
participation.
3. Capacity Building: Training individuals in conflict resolution and
peace strategies.
Role of Social Workers:
 Facilitating community dialogue.
 Supporting marginalized groups in conflict zones.
  Promoting reconciliation and healing.

3. Gender and Development

Key Concepts:
 Gender Equality: Ensuring equal rights and opportunities for all
genders.
 Gender Mainstreaming: Incorporating gender perspectives in
policymaking and development planning.
Issues in Gender and Development:
 Gender-based violence.
 Economic disparities.
 Underrepresentation in governance.
Programs and Policies in India:
 Beti Bachao Beti Padhao: Addressing the declining child sex ratio.
 Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana: Providing maternity
benefits.
 Mahila E-Haat: Empowering women entrepreneurs.
Role of Social Workers:
 Advocacy for gender-sensitive policies.
 Counseling survivors of gender-based violence.
 Promoting women’s education and employment.

UGC NET Exam Questions and Answers

Disaster Management
Question 1:
What is the primary focus of disaster preparedness?
A) Post-disaster relief
B) Minimizing risks and planning response strategies
C) Ignoring early warnings
D) Promoting urbanization
Answer: B) Minimizing risks and planning response strategies
Question 2:
The Sendai Framework is associated with:
A) Global health initiatives
B) Disaster risk reduction
C) Gender equality
D) Economic development
Answer: B) Disaster risk reduction
Question 3:
Which organization is responsible for disaster management in India?
A) WHO
B) NDMA
C) UNICEF
D) NITI Aayog
Answer: B) NDMA
Question 4:
What is the role of social workers in disaster recovery?
A) Providing psychosocial support
B) Ignoring community needs
C) Promoting social inequality
D) Reducing community participation
Answer: A) Providing psychosocial support
Question 5:
Community-based disaster management focuses on:
A) Centralized planning
B) Community participation in disaster risk reduction
C) Ignoring local resources
D) Promoting bureaucratic interventions
Answer: B) Community participation in disaster risk reduction

Conflict Mitigation and Peacebuilding

Question 6:
The goal of peacebuilding is to:
A) Strengthen military capabilities
B) Address the root causes of conflict and establish sustainable peace
C) Exclude communities from governance
D) Promote unilateral decisions
Answer: B) Address the root causes of conflict and establish sustainable peace
Question 7:
What is an effective tool for conflict resolution?
A) Exclusion of marginalized groups
B) Dialogue and mediation
C) Avoiding communication
D) Promoting violence
Answer: B) Dialogue and mediation
Question 8:
Which strategy is essential for community empowerment in conflict zones?
A) Capacity building
B) Ignoring local governance
C) Reducing education levels
D) Increasing militarization
Answer: A) Capacity building
Question 9:
A key element of conflict mitigation is:
A) Addressing root causes of tension
B) Ignoring underlying issues
C) Encouraging unilateral decisions
D) Promoting top-down governance
Answer: A) Addressing root causes of tension
Question 10:
Which group plays a significant role in peacebuilding?
A) Social workers
B) Political extremists
C) Armed militants
D) Corporate monopolies
Answer: A) Social workers

Gender and Development

Question 11:
Gender mainstreaming focuses on:
A) Ignoring gender issues
B) Incorporating gender perspectives into policies and practices
C) Promoting male dominance
D) Disregarding women's needs
Answer: B) Incorporating gender perspectives into policies and practices
Question 12:
The Beti Bachao Beti Padhao scheme addresses:
A) Increasing child marriage
B) Declining child sex ratio
C) Reducing literacy rates
D) Promoting male child preference
Answer: B) Declining child sex ratio
Question 13:
What is the role of social workers in gender development?
A) Promoting gender-sensitive policies
B) Ignoring women's issues
C) Supporting gender-based violence
D) Reducing women's participation in education
Answer: A) Promoting gender-sensitive policies
Question 14:
Which scheme supports maternity benefits in India?
A) Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
B) Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
C) Digital India Campaign
D) Stand-Up India
Answer: A) Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana
Question 15:
A critical barrier to gender equality is:
A) Gender-based violence
B) Equal representation in governance
C) Increasing literacy among women
D) Gender-sensitive policymaking
Answer: A) Gender-based violence

Applied and Analytical Questions

Question 16:
Which of the following is an example of community-based disaster risk reduction?
A) Conducting local-level training programs
B) Ignoring community inputs
C) Centralized planning without consultation
D) Focusing only on post-disaster relief
Answer: A) Conducting local-level training programs
Question 17:
Social workers can help mitigate conflicts by:
A) Promoting dialogue between parties
B) Supporting militarization
C) Avoiding grassroots involvement
D) Promoting inequality
Answer: A) Promoting dialogue between parties
Question 18:
What is the purpose of psychosocial support in disaster management?
A) Provide mental and emotional care to affected individuals
B) Promote infrastructural development
C) Focus solely on economic recovery
D) Reduce community engagement
Answer: A) Provide mental and emotional care to affected individuals
Question 19:
What is a key challenge in promoting gender equality?
A) Patriarchal attitudes and systems
B) Equal access to education
C) Women’s participation in the workforce
D) Reduction in child marriage
Answer: A) Patriarchal attitudes and systems
Question 20:
The role of social workers in disaster recovery includes:
A) Supporting long-term rehabilitation
B) Ignoring community inputs
C) Promoting environmental degradation
D) Supporting only elite groups
Answer: A) Supporting long-term rehabilitation

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Unit G: Social Justice and Empowerment, Social Development, and

Management of Development Organizations
This unit focuses on the principles of social justice, strategies for empowering marginalized
groups, social development theories, and the role of management in development organizations.
It emphasizes the theoretical underpinnings and practical applications relevant to both UPSC
Mains and UGC NET exams.

1. Social Justice and Empowerment

Definition:
Social justice ensures fair treatment and an equitable distribution of resources, opportunities, and
rights across society. Empowerment involves equipping individuals or groups with the tools and
knowledge to improve their socio-economic status and participate actively in societal
development.
Key Themes:
Equity vs. Equality: Addressing systemic disadvantages (equity)
versus uniform distribution (equality).
 Human Rights Framework: Linking social justice to fundamental
rights.
 Marginalized Groups: Scheduled Castes (SCs), Scheduled Tribes
(STs), Other Backward Classes (OBCs), Persons with Disabilities (PwDs),
women, and minorities.
Indian Context:
 Legislation:
o SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act, 1989.
o Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016.
 Schemes:
o National Scheduled Caste Finance and Development Corporation
(NSFDC).
o Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act
(MGNREGA).
 Empowerment Programs:
o Digital literacy campaigns.
o Financial inclusion initiatives like Jan Dhan Yojana.
2. Social Development
Definition:
Social development involves improving the well-being of individuals and communities through
interventions in health, education, housing, employment, and social security.
Key Concepts:
 Human Development Index (HDI): Measures health, education, and
income.
 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
o No poverty.
o Gender equality.
o Reduced inequalities.
Approaches:
 Welfare Approach: Focus on state-provided benefits.
 Developmental Approach: Community participation and
empowerment.
 Rights-Based Approach: Ensuring entitlements through legal
frameworks.

3. Management of Development Organizations

Definition:
Management of development organizations involves planning, organizing, and monitoring
programs to ensure effective delivery of welfare services and sustainable development.
Key Areas:
1. Strategic Planning:
o Vision, mission, and objectives alignment with community needs.
2. Resource Mobilization:
o Fundraising, partnerships, and grants.
3. Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E):
o Assessing program impact, sustainability, and scalability.
Leadership in Development Organizations:
Transformational leadership to inspire and motivate teams.
Ethical leadership to uphold transparency and accountability.
Examples:
 Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs): SEWA, PRADAN.
 Government Agencies: National Rural Livelihood Mission (NRLM),
NABARD.
4. Social Work with Persons with Disabilities
Role of Social Workers:
 Advocacy for accessible infrastructure.
 Rehabilitation and skill-building programs.
 Counseling and psycho-social support.
Indian Initiatives:
 Accessible India Campaign (Sugamya Bharat Abhiyan).
 Deendayal Disabled Rehabilitation Scheme (DDRS).

5. Applied Social Work in Hospitals

Roles in Hospital Settings:
 Patient counseling and crisis intervention.
 Support for terminally ill patients and their families.
 Coordination with healthcare providers for comprehensive care.

6. Social Work in Mental Health Settings

Key Interventions:
 Individual and group therapy.
 Community-based mental health programs.
 Policy advocacy for mental health services.

UGC NET Exam Questions and Answers

Conceptual Questions
Question 1:
What is the primary aim of social justice?
A) Concentrating wealth
B) Equitable distribution of opportunities and resources
C) Reducing community participation
D) Promoting only economic growth
Answer: B) Equitable distribution of opportunities and resources
Question 2:
The SC/ST Prevention of Atrocities Act was enacted in:
A) 1985
B) 1989
C) 1995
D) 2000
Answer: B) 1989
Question 3:
Which index measures health, education, and income to assess development?
A) GDP
B) HDI
C) Gini Coefficient
D) CPI
Answer: B) HDI
Question 4:
What is the focus of the Accessible India Campaign?
A) Increasing internet penetration
B) Providing universal accessibility for persons with disabilities
C) Promoting urban development
D) Boosting agricultural production
Answer: B) Providing universal accessibility for persons with disabilities
Question 5:
Which of the following is an example of resource mobilization in development organizations?
A) Ignoring partnerships
B) Seeking donor funding and collaborations
C) Avoiding financial planning
D) Reducing community involvement
Answer: B) Seeking donor funding and collaborations

Applied Questions
Question 6:
What is the role of social workers in empowering marginalized groups?
A) Strengthening legal awareness
B) Ignoring socio-economic inequalities
C) Promoting unequal policies
D) Avoiding community engagement
Answer: A) Strengthening legal awareness
Question 7:
What does the rights-based approach emphasize?
A) Charity-driven support
B) Ensuring legal entitlements and dignity
C) Ignoring marginalized groups
D) Promoting top-down governance
Answer: B) Ensuring legal entitlements and dignity
Question 8:
Which scheme focuses on rural livelihood promotion?
A) NRLM
B) Smart Cities Mission
C) Digital India Campaign
D) Make in India
Answer: A) NRLM
Question 9:
Social development primarily aims at:
A) Concentrating power in cities
B) Improving community well-being and quality of life
C) Promoting economic inequalities
D) Reducing education opportunities
Answer: B) Improving community well-being and quality of life
Question 10:
What is the primary role of monitoring and evaluation (M&E)?
A) Ignoring project outcomes
B) Assessing program impact and sustainability
C) Reducing transparency
D) Promoting inequality in service delivery
Answer: B) Assessing program impact and sustainability

Additional Questions
Question 11:
What is a critical challenge for persons with disabilities in India?
A) Accessible infrastructure
B) High literacy rates
C) Equal employment opportunities
D) Social inclusion
Answer: A) Accessible infrastructure
Question 12:
Which of the following is NOT a feature of social justice?
A) Discrimination
B) Equality
C) Equity
D) Fairness
Answer: A) Discrimination
Question 13:
Which leadership style is most effective in development organizations?
A) Authoritarian
B) Transformational
C) Bureaucratic
D) Laissez-faire
Answer: B) Transformational
Question 14:
Which Act replaced the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and
Full Participation) Act of 1995?
A) Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
B) Disability Empowerment Act, 2010
C) National Disability Act, 2018
D) Sugamya Bharat Act, 2017
Answer: A) Rights of Persons with Disabilities Act, 2016
Question 15:
What does the term "equity" imply in social justice?
A) Equal treatment irrespective of needs
B) Fair treatment based on individual circumstances
C) Promoting inequality
D) Ignoring structural barriers
Answer: B) Fair treatment based on individual circumstances

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Unit H: Social Work and Disaster Management, Conflict Mitigation,

Peace Building, Gender, and Development

1. Social Work and Disaster Management

Definition:
Disaster management refers to the systematic process of preparing for, mitigating, responding to,
and recovering from disasters to reduce their impact on communities and individuals.
Phases of Disaster Management:
1. Preparedness:
o Training communities on disaster response.
o Establishing early warning systems.
2. Mitigation:
o Risk assessment and vulnerability analysis.
o Structural and non-structural measures to reduce disaster risks.
3. Response:
o Rescue and relief operations.
o Providing basic needs like food, shelter, and medical aid.
4. Recovery:
o Rehabilitation and reconstruction.
o Psychological counseling and social support.
Role of Social Workers:
 Community mobilization for disaster preparedness.
 Advocacy for policies focusing on disaster-prone areas.
  Psychological first aid and trauma care.
 Rehabilitating displaced populations.
Key Indian Initiatives:
 National Disaster Management Authority (NDMA).
 Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR) framework.
 State Disaster Response Forces (SDRF).

2. Conflict Mitigation and Peace Building

Conflict Mitigation:
Conflict mitigation involves resolving disputes through dialogue, negotiation, and reconciliation
to reduce hostility and prevent escalation.
Peace Building:
Long-term strategies to address the root causes of conflict and promote sustainable peace
through socio-economic and political measures.
Key Strategies:
 Mediation and Dialogue:
o Facilitating communication between conflicting parties.
o Promoting understanding and compromise.
 Community Engagement:
o Inclusion of marginalized groups in peace processes.
o Building trust and cooperation within communities.
 Capacity Building:
o Training leaders in conflict resolution skills.
o Strengthening governance systems to manage disputes.
Role of Social Workers:
 Addressing trauma and fostering reconciliation.
 Advocacy for justice and human rights.
 Facilitating community dialogues to promote peace.
Indian Context:
 Conflict mitigation in regions like Jammu & Kashmir and the Northeast.
 Grassroots initiatives like the Self-Employed Women’s Association
(SEWA) promoting economic peace.

3. Gender and Development

Definition:
Gender and development emphasize the role of gender equality in achieving sustainable
development and improving societal outcomes.
Key Themes:
 Gender mainstreaming in policy and programs.
  Addressing gender-based violence.
 Economic empowerment of women through education and
employment.
Approaches:
1. Welfare Approach: Focusing on women as beneficiaries of aid.
2. Equity Approach: Advocating for equal opportunities.
3. Empowerment Approach: Enabling women to make decisions and
influence societal change.
Indian Context:
 Policies and Programs:
o Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao.
o Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana.
 Legislation:
o Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005.
o Maternity Benefit (Amendment) Act, 2017.
Challenges:
 Low workforce participation of women.
 Gender pay gaps and glass ceilings.
 Intersectionality of caste, class, and gender.

UGC NET Exam Questions and Answers

Conceptual Questions
Question 1:
Which phase of disaster management focuses on reducing vulnerabilities and risks?
A) Preparedness
B) Mitigation
C) Response
D) Recovery
Answer: B) Mitigation
Question 2:
What is the role of social workers in disaster management?
A) Creating conflict
B) Advocacy, trauma care, and community mobilization
C) Avoiding community engagement
D) Promoting financial profits
Answer: B) Advocacy, trauma care, and community mobilization
Question 3:
The NDMA in India was established under which Act?
A) Disaster Management Act, 2005
B) Environmental Protection Act, 1986
C) National Health Act, 2010
D) Water Conservation Act, 1998
Answer: A) Disaster Management Act, 2005
Question 4:
Which of the following is NOT a key principle of conflict mitigation?
A) Mediation
B) Reconciliation
C) Escalation of disputes
D) Negotiation
Answer: C) Escalation of disputes
Question 5:
What is gender mainstreaming?
A) Ignoring gender roles in policy
B) Integrating gender perspectives in all policies and programs
C) Promoting only male participation
D) Eliminating women from governance
Answer: B) Integrating gender perspectives in all policies and programs

Applied Questions
Question 6:
What is a critical role of social workers in conflict zones?
A) Advocating for prolonged disputes
B) Fostering reconciliation and addressing trauma
C) Promoting violence
D) Excluding marginalized groups
Answer: B) Fostering reconciliation and addressing trauma
Question 7:
The Beti Bachao, Beti Padhao scheme aims to:
A) Promote violence against women
B) Improve child sex ratio and female education
C) Eliminate women from the workforce
D) Support only male children
Answer: B) Improve child sex ratio and female education
Question 8:
Which Act protects women from domestic violence in India?
A) Maternity Benefit Act
B) Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
C) Dowry Prohibition Act
D) Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace Act
Answer: B) Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005
Question 9:
What is the focus of peace building?
A) Short-term relief during emergencies
B) Addressing root causes of conflict for sustainable peace
C) Avoiding social justice
D) Promoting autocracy
Answer: B) Addressing root causes of conflict for sustainable peace
Question 10:
What is a key initiative for gender equality in India?
A) Accessible India Campaign
B) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana
C) Digital India Program
D) Smart Cities Mission
Answer: B) Sukanya Samriddhi Yojana

Additional Questions
Question 11:
What is the aim of trauma care in disaster management?
A) Ignoring psychological needs
B) Supporting emotional recovery and resilience
C) Promoting material aid only
D) Reducing community engagement
Answer: B) Supporting emotional recovery and resilience
Question 12:
Which type of conflict resolution involves a neutral third party?
A) Mediation
B) Litigation
C) Escalation
D) Disruption
Answer: A) Mediation
Question 13:
What is the primary goal of disaster recovery?
A) Immediate rescue operations
B) Rehabilitation and long-term reconstruction
C) Ignoring affected communities
D) Promoting environmental degradation
Answer: B) Rehabilitation and long-term reconstruction
Question 14:
Which UN framework focuses on disaster risk reduction?
A) Paris Agreement
B) Sendai Framework
C) Kyoto Protocol
D) Millennium Development Goals
Answer: B) Sendai Framework
Question 15:
What does gender pay gap refer to?
A) Equal wages for all genders
B) Unequal pay for men and women for the same work
C) Eliminating women from high-paying jobs
D) Increasing employment opportunities
Answer: B) Unequal pay for men and women for the same work
Question 16:
What is the purpose of SDG 5?
A) Promoting economic growth
B) Achieving gender equality and empowering women
C) Enhancing global trade
D) Increasing agricultural productivity
Answer: B) Achieving gender equality and empowering women
Question 17:
What is an intersectional approach in gender studies?
A) Considering only class-related inequalities
B) Ignoring caste and gender dynamics
C) Addressing interconnected systems of oppression like caste, class, and gender
D) Promoting stereotypes
Answer: C) Addressing interconnected systems of oppression like caste, class, and gender
Question 18:
What is a non-structural mitigation measure in disaster management?
A) Building floodwalls
B) Educating communities about disaster preparedness
C) Reinforcing buildings
D) Constructing shelters
Answer: B) Educating communities about disaster preparedness
Question 19:
Which Indian organization plays a central role in disaster management?
A) NITI Aayog
B) NDMA
C) TRAI
D) FICCI
Answer: B) NDMA
Question 20:
What does conflict-sensitive development involve?
A) Ignoring existing disputes
B) Adapting development projects to minimize exacerbation of conflicts
C) Promoting unequal resource distribution
D) Avoiding community participation
Answer: B) Adapting development projects to minimize exacerbation of conflicts

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Unit I: Counseling Theory and Practice

1. Introduction to Counseling
Definition:
Counseling is a professional relationship that empowers individuals, families, and groups to
achieve mental health, wellness, education, and career goals.
Key Objectives:
1. Promote personal growth and self-awareness.
2. Help individuals cope with life challenges.
3. Enhance decision-making and problem-solving skills.
4. Support behavioral change and mental health recovery.
Core Elements:
 Therapeutic Relationship: A collaborative, trusting bond between
counselor and client.
 Empathy and Active Listening: Understanding the client’s
perspective without judgment.
 Confidentiality: Maintaining the privacy of client information.

2. Theoretical Approaches in Counseling

1. Psychoanalytic Therapy:
 Founder: Sigmund Freud.
 Focus: Unconscious thoughts, childhood experiences, and defense
mechanisms.
 Techniques: Free association, dream analysis, transference.
2. Humanistic Therapy:
 Founders: Carl Rogers (Person-Centered Therapy), Abraham Maslow.
 Focus: Self-actualization, personal growth, and unconditional positive
regard.
 Techniques: Active listening, empathy, reflection.
3. Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT):
 Founders: Aaron Beck, Albert Ellis.
 Focus: Identifying and changing negative thought patterns.
 Techniques: Cognitive restructuring, behavioral experiments.
4. Gestalt Therapy:
 Founder: Fritz Perls.
 Focus: Awareness of present experiences and self-responsibility.
 Techniques: Empty chair technique, role-playing.
5. Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT):
 Focus: Strength-based approach to finding solutions.
 Techniques: Miracle question, scaling questions.
6. Family Systems Therapy:
 Focus: Dynamics and relationships within families.
 Techniques: Genograms, role-play, communication analysis.

3. Counseling Process
Stages:
1. Building Rapport: Establish trust and understanding.
2. Problem Identification: Define issues and set goals.
3. Intervention and Action Planning: Develop strategies and
techniques to address problems.
4. Evaluation and Termination: Assess progress and conclude
sessions.
Skills in Counseling:
 Empathy.
 Active listening.
 Questioning techniques (open-ended, reflective).
 Non-verbal communication.

4. Applications of Counseling
1. Career Counseling:
 Helps individuals identify suitable career paths based on interests,
skills, and goals.
2. School Counseling:
 Supports students with academic, social, and emotional challenges.
3. Mental Health Counseling:
 Assists individuals dealing with stress, anxiety, depression, and other
mental health issues.
4. Substance Abuse Counseling:
 Focuses on addiction recovery and prevention strategies.
5. Rehabilitation Counseling:
 Aims to empower individuals with disabilities for independent living
and employment.
6. Crisis Counseling:
 Provides immediate support during emergencies or traumatic events.
7. Group Counseling:
 Involves shared experiences and mutual support among group
members.

5. Ethical Issues in Counseling

Key Principles:
1. Autonomy: Respecting the client’s right to make decisions.
2. Beneficence: Acting in the client’s best interest.
3. Non-Maleficence: Avoiding harm to the client.
4. Confidentiality: Ensuring privacy.
5. Cultural Competence: Understanding diverse backgrounds and
perspectives.

UGC NET Exam Questions and Answers

Conceptual Questions
Question 1:
What is the primary goal of counseling?
A) To control the client
B) To empower individuals to achieve personal goals
C) To enforce societal norms
D) To provide financial support
Answer: B) To empower individuals to achieve personal goals
Question 2:
Who is the founder of psychoanalytic therapy?
A) Carl Rogers
B) Fritz Perls
C) Sigmund Freud
D) Aaron Beck
Answer: C) Sigmund Freud
Question 3:
Which counseling approach focuses on self-actualization and personal growth?
A) Psychoanalytic Therapy
B) Humanistic Therapy
C) CBT
D) Gestalt Therapy
Answer: B) Humanistic Therapy
Question 4:
What is the role of empathy in counseling?
A) To judge the client
B) To offer advice
C) To understand the client’s perspective without judgment
D) To establish authority over the client
Answer: C) To understand the client’s perspective without judgment
Question 5:
The empty chair technique is associated with:
A) Psychoanalytic Therapy
B) CBT
C) Gestalt Therapy
D) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Answer: C) Gestalt Therapy

Applied Questions
Question 6:
What is the primary focus of CBT?
A) Exploring childhood experiences
B) Fostering unconditional positive regard
C) Identifying and changing negative thought patterns
D) Addressing family dynamics
Answer: C) Identifying and changing negative thought patterns
Question 7:
The miracle question is a technique used in:
A) Psychoanalytic Therapy
B) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
C) Family Systems Therapy
D) Humanistic Therapy
Answer: B) Solution-Focused Brief Therapy
Question 8:
What is the key feature of career counseling?
A) Resolving family conflicts
B) Identifying suitable career paths for individuals
C) Addressing substance abuse issues
D) Crisis management
Answer: B) Identifying suitable career paths for individuals
Question 9:
Which ethical principle ensures respect for the client’s right to make decisions?
A) Non-Maleficence
B) Beneficence
C) Autonomy
D) Confidentiality
Answer: C) Autonomy
Question 10:
What is a genogram used for in counseling?
A) Career assessment
B) Mapping family relationships and dynamics
C) Analyzing financial patterns
D) Identifying personality traits
Answer: B) Mapping family relationships and dynamics

Additional Questions
Question 11:
Who developed Person-Centered Therapy?
Answer: Carl Rogers.
Question 12:
Which counseling approach uses dream analysis?
Answer: Psychoanalytic Therapy.
Question 13:
In family systems therapy, the focus is on:
Answer: Dynamics and relationships within families.
Question 14:
What is the purpose of non-verbal communication in counseling?
Answer: To convey empathy and build rapport.
Question 15:
What does cultural competence in counseling involve?
Answer: Understanding diverse cultural backgrounds and perspectives.
Question 16:
Which phase in counseling involves defining the problem and setting goals?
Answer: Problem Identification.
Question 17:
Active listening includes:
Answer: Paraphrasing, clarifying, and reflecting.
Question 18:
Crisis counseling provides:
Answer: Immediate support during emergencies.
Question 19:
The core principle of confidentiality means:
Answer: Maintaining the privacy of client information.
Question 20:
What is the main goal of group counseling?
Answer: Sharing experiences and mutual support among group members.

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Unit J: HIV/AIDS and Social Work Practice, Health Care Social Work
Practice, and General Principles of Physiology

1. HIV/AIDS and Social Work Practice

HIV/AIDS Overview
HIV (Human Immunodeficiency Virus): A virus that attacks the
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immune system, particularly CD4 cells (T cells).
 AIDS (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome): The final stage of
HIV infection, characterized by a severely weakened immune system.
Epidemiology
Global impact with millions affected.
Vulnerable groups: Women, children, sex workers, drug users, and
LGBTQ+ individuals.
Social Work Roles in HIV/AIDS:
1. Prevention and Education:
o Awareness campaigns.
o Promoting safe practices (e.g., safe sex, needle exchange
programs).
2. Counseling and Support:
o Pre- and post-test counseling.
o Psychological support for individuals and families.
3. Advocacy:
o Fighting stigma and discrimination.
o Ensuring access to healthcare and medication (e.g., antiretroviral
therapy).
4. Case Management:
o Linking clients to services (healthcare, housing, legal aid).
o Monitoring adherence to treatment.
5. Policy Development:
o Collaborating on health policies and community programs.
6. Community Mobilization:
 o Engaging community leaders and organizations in HIV prevention
efforts.

2. Health Care Social Work Practice

Scope of Health Care Social Work
 Assists individuals and families coping with illness, hospitalization, or
disability.
 Focuses on the psychosocial aspects of healthcare.
Roles of Social Workers in Healthcare:
1. Patient Advocacy:
o Ensuring patient rights and access to services.
o Facilitating communication between patients and healthcare
providers.
2. Counseling:
o Providing emotional support to patients and families.
o Addressing grief, anxiety, and chronic illness management.
3. Discharge Planning:
o Coordinating post-hospital care (home care, rehabilitation, etc.).
4. Resource Coordination:
o Linking patients with financial aid, transportation, or community
resources.
5. Chronic Illness Support:
o Assisting patients with diseases like cancer, diabetes, or
Alzheimer’s.
Ethical Considerations:
 Confidentiality of patient information.
 Cultural sensitivity in care delivery.
 Advocacy for equitable access to healthcare.

3. General Principles of Physiology

Overview
 Physiology studies the functions and mechanisms in a living system.
 Key focus areas for social workers include basic knowledge of the
human body, disease processes, and health maintenance.
Basic Concepts in Physiology:
1. Homeostasis:
o Maintenance of a stable internal environment.
o Examples: Body temperature, blood pressure, pH balance.
2. Body Systems:
o Circulatory System: Blood flow, oxygen delivery.
 oNervous System: Brain and nerve functions.
oEndocrine System: Hormone regulation.
oImmune System: Defense against infections.
3. Nutrition and Metabolism:
o Role of macronutrients and micronutrients in energy and health.
o Implications for malnutrition and lifestyle diseases.
4. Stress and Health:
o Physiological impact of stress.
o Connection to mental health and chronic diseases.
Importance for Social Workers:
 Understanding health conditions affecting clients.
 Effective communication with healthcare professionals.
 Designing interventions for lifestyle changes.

UGC NET Exam Questions and Answers

HIV/AIDS and Social Work
Q1: What is the main focus of HIV/AIDS counseling?
A) Career planning
B) Encouraging clients to disclose their status publicly
C) Emotional and practical support for managing the condition
D) Financial management
Answer: C
Q2: Which organization leads the global response to HIV/AIDS?
A) UNESCO
B) UNICEF
C) UNAIDS
D) WHO
Answer: C
Q3: What is the primary aim of antiretroviral therapy (ART)?
A) Cure HIV/AIDS
B) Prevent opportunistic infections
C) Suppress viral load to undetectable levels
D) Promote weight gain
Answer: C
Q4: What is a key strategy for reducing HIV transmission among drug users?
A) Isolation
B) Needle exchange programs
C) Abstinence campaigns
D) Prosecution of drug users
Answer: B
Q5: What does "U=U" signify in HIV care?
A) Untreated = Undetectable
B) Universal = Unavailable
C) Undetectable = Untransmittable
D) Universal = Uncertain
Answer: C

Health Care Social Work

Q6: What is a primary responsibility of a hospital social worker?
A) Medical diagnosis
B) Legal adjudication
C) Discharge planning
D) Financial auditing
Answer: C
Q7: What is the primary goal of patient advocacy in healthcare?
A) Reducing healthcare costs
B) Empowering patients to make informed decisions
C) Promoting hospital services
D) Ensuring legal compliance
Answer: B
Q8: Which condition is most likely to require palliative care?
A) Common cold
B) Chronic pain
C) Diabetes
D) Terminal cancer
Answer: D
Q9: Why is cultural competence essential in healthcare social work?
A) To impose cultural values
B) To enhance service accessibility and relevance
C) To replace medical professionals
D) To reduce healthcare costs
Answer: B
Q10: What does “psychosocial assessment” involve?
A) Medical evaluation only
B) Social and psychological evaluation of a client
C) Budget planning for healthcare
D) Only addressing emotional needs
Answer: B

General Principles of Physiology

Q11: What is homeostasis?
A) A state of rest in the body
B) A stable internal environment
C) A disease condition
D) Emotional stability
Answer: B
Q12: Which system regulates hormones in the body?
A) Circulatory system
B) Endocrine system
C) Nervous system
D) Immune system
Answer: B
Q13: What is the primary function of the immune system?
A) Digest food
B) Transport nutrients
C) Defend against infections
D) Regulate temperature
Answer: C
Q14: Which nutrient is the primary source of energy for the human body?
A) Proteins
B) Fats
C) Carbohydrates
D) Vitamins
Answer: C
Q15: How does stress physiologically affect the body?
A) Increases immunity
B) Reduces blood pressure
C) Increases cortisol levels
D) Decreases energy needs
Answer: C

Additional Questions
Q16: HIV primarily attacks which cells?
Answer: CD4 cells (T cells).
Q17: What is the main component of the circulatory system?
Answer: Heart, blood vessels, and blood.
Q18: What is a common symptom of AIDS?
Answer: Opportunistic infections.
Q19: Which system controls body movement?
Answer: Nervous system.
Q20: Name a key ethical issue in health care social work.
Answer: Confidentiality.

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Creating a comprehensive list of the best 150 questions and answers across Units A to J for
social worker examination preparation involves ensuring coverage of key topics. Here’s a
structured breakdown:

Unit A: Nature and Development of Social Work

1. What is the primary goal of social work?
Answer: To enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and communities.
2. Which philosophy underpins the practice of social work?
Answer: Human rights, social justice, and equality.
3. What is the origin of modern social work?
Answer: Rooted in the charity organization movement and settlement house movement.
4. What is casework in social work?
Answer: A method focusing on individual client needs through one-on-one interaction.
5. Define the term ‘social welfare’.
Answer: A system providing assistance to individuals and families in need.

Unit B: Sociological Concepts and Contemporary Concerns

6. What is urban community development?
Answer: Addressing social issues in urban areas through planned interventions.
7. What is the functionalist perspective in sociology?
Answer: Society is a system of interrelated parts working together to maintain stability.
8. Define human rights.
Answer: Fundamental rights inherent to all individuals, regardless of status.
9. What is social policy?
Answer: A framework of guidelines for addressing social issues and ensuring welfare.
10. What is the main goal of community organization?
Answer: To mobilize resources and empower communities to solve their problems.
Unit C: Human Behavior and Social Environment
11. What does the biopsychosocial model explain?
Answer: Human behavior through biological, psychological, and social factors.
12. What is the impact of socialization on behavior?
Answer: It shapes an individual's norms, values, and roles.
13. What are Erikson’s stages of psychosocial development?
Answer: Eight stages outlining challenges and growth throughout life.
14. What role does culture play in human behavior?
Answer: Culture influences attitudes, beliefs, and behaviors.
15. What is Maslow’s hierarchy of needs?
Answer: A theory of human motivation from basic needs to self-actualization.

Unit D: Social Action and Social Movements

16. Define social action in social work.
Answer: A process of organized efforts to bring about social change.
17. What is a social movement?
Answer: Collective action to address societal issues and advocate for change.
18. What is the focus of social work with the elderly?
Answer: Addressing the physical, emotional, and social needs of older adults.
19. What is occupational social work?
Answer: Supporting employees in workplace settings.
20. Give an example of a successful social movement in India.
Answer: The Chipko movement for forest conservation.

Unit E: Research in Social Work

21. What is qualitative research?
Answer: Research focusing on understanding experiences and social phenomena.
22. What are quantitative approaches in social work research?
Answer: Use of numerical data to study trends and relationships.
23. What is participatory action research?
Answer: Collaborative research involving community participation.
24. What is the purpose of literature reviews in research?
Answer: To identify gaps and build on existing knowledge.
25. What is reliability in research?
Answer: Consistency of measurement.

Unit F: Administration and Governance

26. What is the role of social workers in welfare administration?
Answer: Planning, implementing, and monitoring welfare programs.
27. Define organizational behavior.
Answer: Study of how individuals and groups act within organizations.
 28. What is rural community development?
Answer: Enhancing the quality of life in rural areas through empowerment and resource
mobilization.
29. What is social defense?
Answer: Measures to protect individuals from social problems like crime and
exploitation.
30. What is employee development?
Answer: Enhancing the skills and knowledge of employees for better performance.

Unit G: Social Justice and Empowerment

31. What is social justice?
Answer: Fair distribution of resources, opportunities, and privileges in society.
32. What is social development?
Answer: Improving the social conditions of individuals and communities.
33. What is the role of empowerment in social work?
Answer: Enabling individuals to take control of their lives.
34. What is the focus of disability-inclusive development?
Answer: Ensuring equal opportunities for persons with disabilities.
35. What is the role of applied social work in hospitals?
Answer: Providing psychosocial support to patients and families.

Unit H: Social Work and Disaster Management

36. What is disaster management in social work?
Answer: Assisting communities in preparation, response, and recovery from disasters.
37. What is conflict mitigation?
Answer: Reducing and resolving disputes to promote peace.
38. What are the stages of disaster management?
Answer: Preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation.
39. What is the significance of gender in disaster management?
Answer: Addressing gender-specific vulnerabilities and roles.
40. What is peacebuilding?
Answer: Efforts to create long-term stability and prevent conflict recurrence.

Unit I: Counseling Theory and Practice

41. What is counseling in social work?
Answer: A process to support individuals in coping and decision-making.
42. What are the stages of counseling?
Answer: Establishing rapport, assessment, intervention, and termination.
43. What is the person-centered approach?
Answer: A counseling method focused on empathy and client self-discovery.
44. What is group counseling?
Answer: Counseling involving multiple clients with similar issues.
 45. What is cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)?
Answer: A therapy approach targeting negative thought patterns and behaviors.

Unit J: HIV/AIDS and Healthcare

46. What is ART in HIV treatment?
Answer: Antiretroviral therapy to suppress the virus.
47. What is stigma in HIV/AIDS?
Answer: Negative attitudes and discrimination against individuals with HIV/AIDS.
48. What is palliative care?
Answer: Supportive care for patients with serious illnesses.
49. What is the role of healthcare social workers?
Answer: Addressing the psychosocial needs of patients.
50. What is homeostasis?
Answer: Maintenance of a stable internal environment in the body.

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relevant to social work examinations and UGC NET.

Unit A: Nature and Development of Social Work

1. Who is considered the "Father of Social Work"?
a) Auguste Comte
b) Jane Addams
c) Mary Richmond
d) Herbert Spencer
Answer: c) Mary Richmond
2. Which of the following is not a primary method of social work?
a) Social casework
b) Social group work
c) Social action
d) Social security
Answer: d) Social security
 3. What is the main goal of social work?
a) Charity distribution
b) Social control
c) Enhancement of well-being
d) Political advocacy
Answer: c) Enhancement of well-being
4. The term "social welfare" refers to:
a) Charity activities
b) Organized public or private social services
c) Free market policies
d) Economic programs
Answer: b) Organized public or private social services
5. Which book is considered foundational for social casework?
a) Social Diagnosis
b) The Principles of Sociology
c) Community Organization
d) The Social Worker’s Guide
Answer: a) Social Diagnosis

Unit B: Sociological Concepts and Contemporary Concerns

6. Who developed the concept of "social solidarity"?
a) Émile Durkheim
b) Max Weber
c) Karl Marx
d) Talcott Parsons
Answer: a) Émile Durkheim
7. What does "urban community development" focus on?
a) Industrial growth
b) Political movements
c) Addressing social issues in urban areas
d) Rural migration
Answer: c) Addressing social issues in urban areas
8. Human rights were officially recognized in:
a) 1945
b) 1948
c) 1950
d) 1960
Answer: b) 1948
9. The concept of “stratification” refers to:
a) Equal distribution of resources
b) Hierarchical arrangement of social groups
c) Political stability
d) Economic downturns
Answer: b) Hierarchical arrangement of social groups
 10. Which Indian act is associated with human rights protection?
a) Protection of Civil Rights Act, 1955
b) Human Rights Protection Act, 1993
c) Consumer Protection Act, 1986
d) Environmental Protection Act, 1986
Answer: b) Human Rights Protection Act, 1993

Unit C: Human Behavior and Social Environment

11. Which theory focuses on biological, psychological, and social factors influencing
behavior?
a) Psychoanalytic theory
b) Biopsychosocial model
c) Functionalism
d) Behaviorism
Answer: b) Biopsychosocial model
12. Erikson’s stages of development focus on:
a) Biological growth
b) Cognitive skills
c) Psychosocial development
d) Behavioral conditioning
Answer: c) Psychosocial development
13. Maslow’s highest level of needs is:
a) Safety
b) Love and belonging
c) Esteem
d) Self-actualization
Answer: d) Self-actualization
14. What is culture's role in human behavior?
a) Negligible
b) Minimal influence
c) Significant influence
d) Limited to rituals
Answer: c) Significant influence
15. Which of the following is not part of Freud's personality theory?
a) Id
b) Ego
c) Super-id
d) Superego
Answer: c) Super-id

Unit D: Social Action and Social Movements

16. Social action is primarily concerned with:
a) Individual therapy
 b) Social change
c) Financial assistance
d) Education reform
Answer: b) Social change
17. Which movement is associated with forest conservation in India?
a) Narmada Bachao Andolan
b) Chipko movement
c) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan
d) RTI movement
Answer: b) Chipko movement
18. Who is considered a pioneer in the field of occupational social work?
a) Jane Addams
b) Mary Parker Follett
c) Florence Kelley
d) Grace Abbott
Answer: b) Mary Parker Follett
19. Which age group is the focus of geriatric social work?
a) Children
b) Adults
c) Elderly
d) Adolescents
Answer: c) Elderly
20. Social movements require:
a) Individual leadership only
b) Collective action
c) Government intervention
d) Global support
Answer: b) Collective action

Unit E: Research in Social Work

21. What is the purpose of a hypothesis in research?
a) To collect data
b) To establish conclusions
c) To provide a testable statement
d) To write a literature review
Answer: c) To provide a testable statement
22. Qualitative research focuses on:
a) Numerical data
b) Subjective experiences
c) Experimental results
d) Statistical significance
Answer: b) Subjective experiences
23. A sample is:
a) Entire population
b) Subset of the population
 c) Unrelated data set
d) Theoretical concept
Answer: b) Subset of the population
24. The validity of a research instrument refers to:
a) Consistency
b) Relevance
c) Reliability
d) Cost-effectiveness
Answer: b) Relevance
25. Which method involves direct interaction with respondents?
a) Secondary data analysis
b) Survey
c) Archival research
d) Literature review
Answer: b) Survey

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