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Maximum Marks: 70 Time Allowed: 3 hours
General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.
2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.
3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 30 words.
4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 60 words.
5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.
6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 200 words.
7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not
exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Assertion & Multiple Choice Subjective

Chapter Name Reason Question Question Total

Psychological Disorders - 3 (1) 1 (3) 4 (6)

Therapeutic Approaches - 2 (1) 1 (3) 3 (5)

Self and Personality 1 (1) 1 (1) 1 (2) 3 (4)

Meeting Life Challenges 1 (1) 3 (1) 1 (2) 5 (6)

Attitude And Social Cognition - 2 (1) 1 (4) 3 (6)

Social Influence And Group - 1 (1) 2 (2) 4 (8)

Processes
1 (3)

Variations in Psychological - - 2 (4) 2 (8)

Attributes

(1 Internal Choice) - - 1 (2) 1 (2)

Variations in Psychological
Attributes
Variations in Psychological
Attributes

(1 Internal Choice) - - 1 (3) 1 (3)

Self and Personality
Self and Personality

(1 Internal Choice) - - 1 (4) 1 (4)

Therapeutic Approaches
Therapeutic Approaches
(1 Internal Choice) - - 1 (6) 1 (6)
Self and Personality
Self and Personality

(1 Internal Choice) - - 1 (6) 1 (6)

Psychological Disorders
Psychological Disorders

(Paragraph Questions) - - 2 (1.5) 2 (3)

Meeting Life Challenges

(Paragraph Questions) - - 2 (1.5) 2 (3)

Variations in Psychological
Attributes

Total 2 (2) 12 (12) 19 (56) 33

(70)
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 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
 Please write down the serial number of the question in the answer-book
before attempting it.
 15 Minute times has been allotted to read this question paper. The question
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. Trichotillomania is a compulsive behavior associated with ________. [1]

a) Skin picking b) Nose picking

c) Hair pulling d) Hoarding

2. _______ is a technique to treat Phobia. [1]

a) Rationalization b) Sublimation

c) Systematic desensitization d) improve thinking

3. Lana is focused on achievement, self-disciplined, and keen to do his duty. He would be expected to score highly [1]
on:

a) Conscientiousness b) Neuroticism

c) Agreeableness d) Extraversion
4. Capacity to bounce back in the face of stress is popularly known as ________. [1]

a) Commitment b) Hardines

c) Resilience d) Positive attitude

5. The physical, environmental and social causes of the stress state are termed: [1]
 a) Distress b) Stressors

c) Stressman d) Stress
6. Assertion (A): Unhelpful habits such as perfectionism, avoidance, procrastination, etc. are strategies that help to [1]
cope in the short term.
Reason (R): Perfectionists have difficulty in varying standards according to factors such as time available,
consequences of not being able to stop work, and the effort needed.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. Exercise reduces stress by: [1]

a) improving aerobic capacity b) raising levels of endorphins

c) decreasing energy d) suppressing immune function

8. When children face difficulty being in a room by themselves or going to school alone, it is called ________. [1]

a) Panic disorder b) SAD

c) Compulsive disorder d) Phobia

9. The inability to stop thinking about a particular idea or topic is called _________. [1]

a) Impulsive behavior b) Obsessive behavior

c) Compulsive behavior d) Hyperactive behavior

10. Name the treatment that combines Pranayam with chanting of mantras. [1]

a) Kundalini Yoga b) Vipasana

c) Ashtanga Yoga d) Sudarshana Kriya Yoga

11. In many cases, the group that is the target of prejudice is itself responsible for continuing the prejudice, this [1]
phenomenon is called _____.

a) Kernel of truth b) Scapegoating

c) Ingroup bias d) Self fulfilling prophecy

12. Which component of attitude is emotional in nature? [1]

a) Cognitive b) Affective

c) Values d) Behavioural
13. Assertion (A): Personality refers to our characteristic ways of responding to individuals and situations. [1]
Reason (R): It is dynamic in the sense that some of its features may change due to internal or external demands.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. Which one of the following can reduce social loafing? [1]

a) Decreasing the value of task b) Decreasing the pressure of hard work

c) Making each person's effort identifiable d) Decreasing group cohesiveness

 Section B
15. How group influences are different from social influences? [2]
16. What do you mean by individual differences? [2]
OR
What is personality?
17. What is self? How does the Indian notion of self differ from the Western notion? [2]
18. Explain the relationship between stress and the immune system. [2]
19. What is social facilitation? [2]
Section C
20. How does existential therapy help in reducing psychological distress arising from inability to find meaning in [3]
life? Explain.
21. Name the commonly abused substances? [3]
22. Define observation. Explain the limitations of observation as a method to evaluate personality. [3]
OR
What is self-esteem?
23. Differentiate between primary and secondary groups. [3]
Section D
24. Explain cognitive behavioural therapy. [4]
OR
How existential and humanistic therapies are different from psychodynamic and behaviour therapies?
25. What is creativity? [4]
26. What strategies can be used for handling prejudice and discrimination? [4]
27. Discuss uses and abuses of intelligence test. [4]
Section E
28. Evaluate psycho-analytical theory of personality critically. [6]
OR
What are the broad dimensions of personality proposed by H. J. Eysenck?
29. What are psychological disorders? Explain any three psychological disorders with examples. [6]
OR
Identify the symptoms associated with depression and mania.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychological treatment that involves changing thinking patterns. CBT
is based on the theory that thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and behavior are all connected.
CBT techniques can include:
Learning to recognize distortions in thinking that are creating problems
Gaining a better understanding of the behavior and motivation of others
Imagining anxiety-provoking social situations
Practicing conversations with friends, family, and acquaintances
Exposing yourself to situations that cause anxiety, like going into a crowded public space
Journaling about your thoughts throughout the day and recording your feelings about your thoughts
CBT is a structured, goal-oriented type of talk therapy. During CBT, your therapist will encourage you to talk about
your thoughts and feelings and what's troubling you.

30. What are the phases of the cognitive behavioral technique? (1)
31. How does the cognitive behavioral technique work? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Multiple intelligences is a theory developed by Harvard psychologist Howard Gardner in 1983. The theory suggests
that there are eight different types of intelligence:
Linguistic, Logical-mathematical, Spatial, Bodily-kinesthetic, Musical, Interpersonal, Intrapersonal, Naturalistic.
The theory posits that individuals possess various distinct types of intelligence, rather than a single general intelligence.
These types encompass areas like:
The use of words, numbers, pictures, and music
The importance of social interactions, introspection, physical movement, and being in tune with nature
The theory describes the different ways students learn and acquire information. For example, children with musical
intelligence learn well through songs, patterns, rhythms, instruments, and musical expression.

32. Which type of intelligence involves skills in scientific thinking and problem-solving? (1)
33. What is the importance of the theory of multiple intelligences? (2)
 Section A
1.
(c) Hair pulling
Explanation:
Trichotillomania is a disorder that involves recurring and irresistible urges to pull out body hair. The urges involve pulling out
hair from the scalp, eyebrows and other areas of the body

2.
(c) Systematic desensitization
Explanation:
Systematic desensitization

3. (a) Conscientiousness
Explanation:
Those who score high on Conscientiousness are achievement-oriented, dependable, responsible, prudent, hardworking and self-
controlled. On the opposite are people who are impulsive.
4.
(c) Resilience
Explanation:
Resilience is a dynamic developmental processes referring to the maintenance of positive adjustment in the challenging life
conditions. Commonly know as the ability to bounce back and lead a healthy and meaningful life.

5.
(b) Stressors
Explanation:
Stressors

6. (a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

Explanation:
Unhelpful habits such as perfectionism, avoidance, procrastination, etc. are strategies that help to cope in the short term.
Perfectionists have difficulty in varying standards according to factors such as time available, consequences of not being able
to stop work, and the effort needed.
7.
(b) raising levels of endorphins
Explanation:
Exercise can provide an active outlet for the physiological arousal experienced in response to stress (by raising levels of
endorphins). Regular exercise improves the efficiency of the heart, enhances the function of the lungs, maintains good
circulation, lowers blood pressure, reduces fat in the blood, and improves the body’s immune system. Swimming, walking,
running, cycling, skipping, etc. help to reduce stress.

8.
(b) SAD
Explanation:
Separation anxiety disorder(SAD) a disorder in which a child becomes excessively anxious when separated from
parents.Children are especially prone to separation anxiety during times of stress.
 9.
(b) Obsessive behavior
Explanation:
Thoughts, urges or behaviours that persist despite negatively affecting health, job or relationships falls under obsessive
behavior. These thoughts often make the person feel unpleasant and shameful.

10. (a) Kundalini Yoga

Explanation:
Kundalini yoga incorporates chanting mantras and breathing exercises with physical poses. It is an effective alternate treatment
of psychological stress.
11.
(d) Self fulfilling prophecy
Explanation:
In a self-fulfilling prophecy, an individual’s expectations about another person finally result in the other person or entity acting
in ways that confirm the expectations.

12.
(b) Affective
Explanation:
Attitude has three components. The thought component is referred to as the cognitive aspect, the emotional component is
known as the affective aspect, and the tendency to act is called the behavioural aspect.

13.
(b) Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A.
Explanation:
Personality refers to our characteristic ways of responding to individuals and situations. People can easily describe the way in
which they respond to various situations such as shy, sensitive, quiet, concerned, warm, etc.

14.
(c) Making each person's effort identifiable
Explanation:
In a group performance, members feel less responsible for the overall task being performrd so if their efforts are identified,
social loafing can be decreased.

Section B
15. In group influences, the real presence of people is essential. These are social facilitation, social loafing, and group polarization;
whereas, in social influences, the presence of people may be real or imaginary. There are three important group influence
processes, i.e. conformity, compliance, and obedience.
16. i. Individual differences refer to distinctiveness and variations among people’s characteristics.
ii. Different traits can exist in varying degrees in an individual.
iii. Each one of us is unique as we possess a novel or typical combination of various traits.
OR
According to Allport, personality is a dynamic organization within the individual of those psychophysical systems which
determine his/her characteristic pattern of behaviour and thought.
17. Self is an organized cognitive structure. It can be understood in terms of subject and object or I and Me. It refers to the totality of
one’s conscious thoughts, and feelings which pertain to one’s own self.
Indian Concept of Self
i. Self is characterized by the shifting nature of the boundaries.
ii. The Indian view does not make rigid dichotomies.
iii. It is based on collectivistic Indian society.
Western Concept of Self
 i. The boundaries between self and the group are rigid.
ii. It holds clear dichotomies between self and group.
iii. It is based on individualistic society of the West.
18. Stress and the immune system have a complex relationship. Short-term stress can boost immunity, but chronic stress suppresses it.
This imbalance can lead to increased susceptibility to infections and autoimmune disorders.
19. Social facilitation refers to positive influence due to the presence of others. It is a psychological concept relating to the tendency
for the presence of others to improve a person's performance on a task rather than alone. In general, social facilitation stems from
concerns over being judged by others which are often arousing. It suggests that the presence of others leads to arousal and can
motivate individuals to enhance their performance if they are already good at solving something. This enhancement occurs when a
person’s efforts are individually evaluated.
Section C
20. Existential therapy is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on helping individuals find meaning and purpose in life, which can
significantly reduce psychological distress.
Exploring Existential Concerns: Existential therapy encourages individuals to confront fundamental questions about existence.
By addressing these existential concerns, individuals can gain a deeper understanding of their own values and beliefs, which helps
them find personal meaning.
Emphasizing Personal Responsibility: This therapy emphasizes the importance of personal responsibility and the role of
individual choices in shaping one's life. By recognizing that they have the freedom to make choices, individuals can feel more
empowered and less helpless.
Fostering Authenticity: Existential therapy encourages individuals to live authentically, in alignment with their true selves.
Living authentically can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life, reducing feelings of emptiness and despair.
Addressing Isolation and Connection: One of the core aspects of existential therapy is addressing feelings of isolation and
fostering a sense of connection with others. By exploring relationships and the human condition, individuals can develop a greater
sense of belonging and interconnectedness, which can mitigate feelings of loneliness and existential angst.
Confronting Anxiety and Fear: Existential therapy helps individuals confront and accept the inherent anxieties of life, such as
the fear of death or the uncertainty of the future. By facing these fears directly, individuals can reduce their psychological distress
and develop a more resilient mindset.
21. Commonly abused substances (following the DSM-IV-TR classification):
i. Alcohol
ii. Amphetamines-dextroamphetamine, meta-amphetamines, diet pills
iii. Caffeine coffee, tea, caffeinated soda, chocolate, cocoa
iv. Cannabis-marijuana or ‘bhang’, hashish, sensimilla
v. Cocaine
vi. Hallucinogens-LSD, mescaline
vii. Inhalants-gasoline, glue, paint, thinners, spray paints, typewriter correction fluids, sprays
viii. Nicotine-tobacco, cigarettes
ix. Opioid-morphine, heroin, cough syrup, painkillers (analgesics, anaesthetics)
x. Phencyclidine
xi. Sedatives
22. i. Observation refers to systematic, organised and objective gathering and recording relevant information by a trained observer
from a natural setting.
ii. It is a careful perception.
iii. It is a sophisticated method and cannot be carried out by untrained people. It requires the careful training of the observer.
Limitations of Observational Method:
i. Professional training is required for the collection of useful data though these methods are quite demanding and time-
consuming.
ii. Maturity of the psychologist is a precondition for obtaining valid data through these techniques.
iii. Mere presence of the observer may contaminate the results.
OR
i. Self-esteem is a cognitive component of self.
ii. The value judgment of a person about herself/himself is called self-esteem.
 iii. It can be high or low. To assess it, we present a variety of statements to a person and ask him to indicate the extent to which
they are true for him. e.g., we may ask a child to what extent the statement “I am good at homework” or “I am highly liked by
my peers” is true. If he responds as them to be true, he will have high self-esteem than someone who says “no”.
23. Primary Groups:
i. Primary groups are pre-existing formations which are usually given to the individual, e.g., family, caste and religion.
ii. Face-to-face interaction, members have close physical proximity, and they share warm emotional bonds.
iii. They are central to individual’s functioning and have a very major role in developing values and ideals of the individual
during the early stages of development.
Secondary Group:
i. Secondary groups are those which the individual joins by choice, e.g., a hobby group, political party or one’s nation.
ii. In secondary groups, relationships among its members are more impersonal, indirect and less frequent.
iii. The members usually come together for a common goal and work according to the agreed rules
Section D
24. This is a short effective technique to treat anxiety, depression, panic attacks and borderline personality, etc.
i. CBT adopt a bio-psycho-social approach to the treatment of psychopathology.
ii. It combines cognitive therapy and behavioral techniques.
iii. The biological aspect of disorder is treated through relaxation exercises, psychological aspect are addressed through
behavioral techniques and cognitive therapies whereas social aspect is treated through environmental manipulation.
OR
The existential therapies emphasise that the therapist merely provides:
i. A warm, empathic relationship.
ii. In such relationship client feels secure to explore the nature and causes of his problems himself because the client requires a
facilitator not a problem-solver.
The psychodynamic and behavioural therapies assume that the therapist being a trained professional is capable of arriving at
solutions to the client’s problems.
25. i. Creativity refers to the ability to thinks in novel and unusual ways and to come up with unique solutions to problems.
ii. Creativity is reality-oriented, appropriate, constructive and socially desirable.
iii. Individual’s vary in terms of the level and the areas in which they exhibit creativity.
iv. It may be related to simple occupations and may be higher levels i.e., related to the artists, the scientists, the inventors, etc.,
however, they are not working at the same level.
v. Creativity may be doing things differently. It is working on what has already been done earlier by way of modifications, by
putting things in new perspectives or to new use.
vi. It is determined by both heredity and environment. Limits of creative potential are set by heredity. Environmental factors
stimulate the development, e.g., Motivations, commitment, family support, peer influences, opportunities, etc.
26. Prejudices may not be eliminated but can be reduced. The strategies for handling prejudices would be effective if they aim at:
i. Minimizing opportunities for learning prejudices.
ii. Changing negative attitudes.
iii. De-emphasizing a narrow social identity based on the in-group.
iv. Discouraging the tendency towards self-fulfilling prophecy among the victims of prejudice.
These goals can be accomplished through:
i. Education and exposure for correcting stereotypes relative to specific target groups.
ii. Reducing a strong in-group bias.
iii. Increasing intergroup contact through
a. direct communication.
b. removal of mistrust between the group.
c. discovery of positive qualities in the out-group.
These strategies are successful only if:
i. The two groups meet in a co-operative rather than competitive context.
ii. Close interactions between the groups help them to know each other better.
iii. Both groups should not be different in power or status.
 iv. Highlighting individual identity rather than group identity. It is promoting individual differences and giving more credit to the
individuals achievement rather than his/her group identity.
27. Intelligence tests serve many useful purposes if used by trained professionals.
Uses of Intelligence Test: Intelligence test assists in selection, counselling, guidance, self-analysis and diagnosis.
Abuses of Intelligence Test: Intelligence test causes ill effects/misuses/abuses if used by naive testers.
i. Poor performance on a test is a stigma to children which affects adversely the performance.
ii. Test results may lead to discriminating practices from parents, teachers and elders.
iii. Most of the intelligence tests favour the middle class and higher class populations because of cultural bias.
iv. Most intelligence tests ignore creativity and practical aspects of life.
Section E
28. i. Many psycho-analytical concepts are vague and not operationally defined and the hypotheses derived from them can not be
tested. Thus, much of the theory is difficult to evaluate scientifically.
ii. Several of Freud’s postulates are not consistent with the findings of modern research—for instance, his ideas about the
meaning of dreams.
iii. The theory is based on a small number of clinical case studies especially of upper-class women, which cannot be considered as
representative of human beings generally.
iv. This theory is criticized for having a male-centred perspective and it views women as more sensitive and dependent on men.
v. The theory has been criticized for over-emphasis on the sexual desires of the Id because social and cultural factors also
influence personality development.
However some aspects of Freud’s theory continue to gain acceptance as they are modified and improved through empirical
scrutiny, e.g., the role of childhood experience in personality development is being recognized.
OR
H.J. Eysenck proposed that personality could be reduced to two dimensions.
These dimensions are presumed to be biologically and genetically based.
They are opposed to each other. These dimensions include numerous specific traits.
These dimensions are as follows:
Neuroticism vs. Emotional Stability:
It refers to the degree to which people have control over their feelings.
At one extreme of this dimension are highly neurotic people.
They are anxious, moody, touchy, restless and quickly lose control.
People, who are calm, even-tempered, reliable and remain under control, occupy the other extreme.
Extroversion vs. Introversion:
It refers to the extent to which people are socially outgoing or socially withdrawn.
At one extreme are those who are active, gregarious, impulsive and thrill-seeking.
At other extremes are the people who are passive, quiet, cautious and reserved.
Psychoticism vs. Sociability: A third dimension was developed by Eysenck later. This dimension results due to
interaction with the above-mentioned two dimensions. A person who scores high on the psychoticism dimension
tends to be hostile, ego-centric and anti-social.
Sociability refers to the tendency of an individual to follow social norms.
29. Psychological disorders are conditions that affect your thinking, feeling, mood, and behavior. Some examples of psychological
disorders include: Anxiety disorders, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD, Schizophrenia, Eating
disorders, Dementia.
(1) Anxiety disorder: Anxiety disorder due to a medical condition includes symptoms of intense anxiety or panic that are directly
caused by a physical health problem. Generalized anxiety disorder includes persistent and excessive anxiety and worry about
activities or events — even ordinary, routine issues.
(2) Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a long-lasting disorder in which a person experiences uncontrollable and recurring
thoughts (obsessions), engages in repetitive behaviors (compulsions), or both. People with OCD have time-consuming symptoms
that can cause significant distress or interfere with daily life.
(3) Depressive disorder, also known as depression, is a common mental disorder that can cause a persistent feeling of sadness and
loss of interest. It can affect how you feel, think, and behave, and can lead to a variety of emotional and physical problems.
OR
Depression and Mania are mood disorders. These are characterized by disturbances in mood or prolonged maladaptive emotional
state.
 The main types of mood disorders include:
i. Major depressive disorders are defined as a period of depressed mood and/or loss of interest or pleasure in most activities,
together with other symptoms which may include.
Symptoms of Depression:
a. Loss of energy, great fatigue.
b. Constant sleep problems.
c. Inability to think clearly.
d. Greatly slowed behaviour.
ii. Factors Predisposing towards Depression:
a. Genetic make-up
Heredity is an important risk factor for major depression and bipolar disorders.
b. Age is also a risk factor. For instance, women are particularly at risk during young adulthood, while for men the risk is
highest in early middle age.
c. Gender also plays a great role in this differential risk addition. For example, women in comparison to men are more likely
to report a depressive disorder.
iii. Bipolar Disorders:
Mood disorder, in which both mania and depression are alternately present, is sometimes interrupted by periods of normal
mood. This is known as a bipolar mood disorder. (Bipolar mood disorders were earlier referred to as manic-depressive
disorders.)
a. It is cyclic in nature.
b. Speech is often rapid as if she has to say as many words as possible in the time allotted.
c. The risk of a suicide attempt is highest in case of bipolar mood disorders
Section F
30. Phases of the cognitive behavioral technique:
1. Assessment
2. Stress reduction
3. Application and follow-through
31. CBT theory suggests that our thoughts, emotions, body sensations, and behavior are all connected and that what we think and do
affects the way we feel. CBT aims to help you deal with overwhelming problems in a more positive way by breaking them down
into smaller parts.
32. Logical-mathematical intelligence involves skills in scientific thinking and problem-solving.
33. The theory of multiple intelligences is important because it allows us to think about different types of mental strengths and
abilities. Learning more about which types of intelligence you lean towards may help you learn to recognize your own
preferences.
 Series ARSP/02 Set ~ 2
Roll No. Q.P Code 15/2/2
Candidates must write the Q.P Code
on the title page of the answer-book.

 Please check that this question paper contains 04 printed pages.

 Q.P. Code given on the right hand side of the question paper should be written
on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
 Please write down the serial number of the question in the answer-book
before attempting it.
 15 Minute times has been allotted to read this question paper. The question
paper will be distributed at 10:15 a.m. From 10.15 a.m to 10.30 a.m, the students
will read the question paper only and will not write any answer on the answer –
book during this period.

PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. Children who have marked difficulties in social interaction and communication, desire for routine and restricted [1]
interests are suffering from:

a) Impulsively b) Hyperactivity

c) Autism d) Alogia
2. Which kind of therapies are completed in 10 to 15 sessions? [1]

a) Behavior b) Existential

c) Cognitive behaviour d) Psychodynamic

3. Adler's theory is known as ________. [1]

a) Analytical psychology b) Identity crisis

c) Individual psychology d) Striving for justice and truth

4. How many types of appraisals are there? [1]

a) 4 b) 2

c) 3 d) 1
5. Which one of the following is NOT a technique used in emotion-focused coping? [1]
 a) Exercising caution b) Escapism

c) Self-blame d) Seeking social support to vent feelings

6. Assertion (A): Social discrimination, interpersonal hurt, low grades in school, are causes of frustration. [1]
Reason (R): Frustration occurs where a party fails to perform his/her contractual obligations due to an event that
is beyond the control of either party.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. The reaction to external stressors is called: [1]

a) Tension b) Strain

c) Stress response d) Stress

8. I can control things in the world according to my moods. This is a statement made by a person suffering from [1]
a delusion of ______.

a) Persecution b) Control

c) Grandeur d) Reference
9. Multiple Personality disorder is also known as ______. [1]

a) Derealisation disorder b) Somatic symptom disorder

c) Disssociative identity disorder d) Depersonalisation disorder

10. Which principle states that the presence of two mutually opposing forces at the same time inhibits the weaker [1]
force?

a) Modelling principle b) Negative reinforcement principle

c) Positive reinforcement principle d) Principle of reciprocal inhibition

11. Which feature of the attitude tells us whether an attitude is positive or negative towards the attitude object? [1]

a) Centrality b) Complexity

c) Valence d) Extremeness
12. What is the phenomenon by which the majority group places the blame on a minority outgroup for its own social [1]
economic and political problems?

a) Ingroup bias b) Kernel of truth

c) Self fulfilling prophecy d) Scapegoating

13. Assertion (A): According to Carl Jung, for achieving unity and wholeness, a person must become increasingly [1]
aware of the wisdom available.
Reason (R): Personality consists of competing forces and structures within the individual rather than between
the individual and the demands of the society.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. Which type of group is a family, caste and religion? [1]

a) Formal b) Primary

c) Ingroup d) Secondary
Section B
15. What is a mob? [2]
16. What is intelligence? [2]
OR
What is Planning in Intelligence according to J.P. Das?
17. How does Erich Fromm differ from Freud’s approach to personality? [2]
18. How stress is a basic ingredient of life? [2]
19. What is an audience? [2]
Section C
20. What kind of problems is cognitive behaviour therapy best suited for? [3]
21. State factors which may lead to suicide. [3]
22. What functions do dream serve according to Freud? [3]
OR
How would Horney’s explanation of depression be different from that of Alfred Adler?
23. How can you reduce social loafing in groups? Think of any two incidents of social loafing in school. How did [3]
you overcome it?
Section D
24. Discuss the main features of Humanistic-existential therapies. [4]
OR
How would the therapist formulate the problem of a client?
25. How is aptitude different from interest and intelligence? How is aptitude measured? [4]
26. Differentiate between prejudice and stereotype. [4]
27. What are the uses of aptitude tests? [4]
Section E
28. Discuss various projective techniques to assess personality. [6]
OR
Discuss post Freudian approach to personality.
29. Describe psychological models explaining abnormal behaviour. [6]
OR
What abnormal behaviour? Give examples. How does it differ from psychological disorders?
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Stress, either physiological, biological, or psychological is an organism's response to a stressor such as an
environmental condition. Stress is the body's method of reacting to a condition such as a threat, challenge, or physical
and psychological barrier. Stimuli that alter an organism's environment are responded to by multiple systems in the
body. In psychology, stress is a feeling of emotional strain and pressure. Stress is a type of psychological pain. Small
amounts of stress may be desired, beneficial, and even healthy. Positive stress helps improve athletic performance. It
also plays a factor in motivation, adaptation, and reaction to the environment. Excessive amounts of stress, however,
may lead to bodily harm. Stress can increase the risk of strokes, heart attacks, ulcers, and mental illnesses such as
depression and also aggravation of a pre-existing condition. Two kinds of appraisals of a stressor are especially
important in this regard: primary and secondary appraisals. Some stressors are inherently more stressful than others in
that they are more threatening and leave less potential for variation in cognitive appraisals. Nevertheless, an appraisal
will still play a role in augmenting or diminishing our reactions to such events.
30. What do challenges, problems, and difficult circumstances put us to? (1)
31. What are events called that cause our body to give the stress response? Give examples. (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
The PASS (Planning, Attention, Simultaneous and Successive cognitive processing) theory of intelligence identifies
three operational units that are important to understanding mental functioning: attention, simultaneous and successive
processing, and planning. The PASS THEORY of intelligence has been developed by J.P Das, Jack Naglieri, and Kirby
(1994). They proposed that three functional units of the brain determine the intellectual activity of an individual. These
three units are responsible for planning, arousal/attention and simultaneous/Successive processing These PASS
processes are interactive in nature yet each has its own distinctive functions.

32. What is the full form of the pass model? Who developed this model? (1)
33. What is simultaneous processing? When does it take place? (2)
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:

1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. Alogia is a term used for ______. [1]

a) No emotions at all b) All of these

c) Poverty of speech d) Less anger

2. What is the name of therapy which combines cognitive therapy with behavioural techniques? [1]

a) Client centred Therapy b) Gestalt Therapy

c) Biomedical Therapy d) Cognitive Behaviour Therapy

3. Who among the following psychologists divided all personalities into introverts and extraverts? [1]

a) Erikson b) Adler

c) Carl Jung d) Freud

4. Which of the following is not the personality trait of hardiness? [1]

a) Change b) Control

c) Challenge d) Commitment
5. General adaptation syndrome is given by ________. [1]

a) Parker b) Selye
 c) Endler d) Lazarus
6. Assertion (A): In client-centered therapy, unconditional positive regard indicates that the positive warmth of the [1]
therapist is not dependent on what the client reveals.
Reason (R): Empathy sets up an emotional resonance between the therapist and the client which helps the client
to feel secure.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. The general adaptation syndrome consists of three stages which include: [1]

a) the stage of exhaustion b) the alarm reaction

c) all of these d) the stage of resistance

8. Which of the following constitutes Trigunas as per Ayurveda? [1]

a) Vata, pitta, kapha b) Sattva, rajas and tamas

c) Sattva, rajas, kapha d) Vatta, pitta, rajas

9. Perceptions that occur in the absence of external stimuli are known as ______. [1]

a) Alogia b) Formal Thought disorder

c) Hallucinations d) Catatonic stupor

10. What is the term used when a client learns to behave in a certain way by observing the behaviour of a role model [1]
or the therapist?

a) Modelling b) Inhibition

c) Differential reinforcement d) Vicarious learning

11. You like your mother. Your mother does not like pets. You like pets. The tried is - [1]

a) Imbalanced b) Balanced

c) ImBalanced for your mother but balanced d) Balanced for your mother but imbalanced
for you for you
12. The emotional component of attitude is also called______________ component. [1]

a) Affective b) Psycho-motor

c) Cognitive d) empirical
13. Assertion (A): The way we perceive ourselves and the ideas we hold about our competencies and attributes is [1]
called self-concept.
Reason (R): We base it on the ways others react and respond to us.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. Who suggested that the group formation process pass through five development sequences? [1]

a) Sherif and Asch b) Tuckman

 c) Kelman d) Irving Janis
Section B
15. What is the bandwagon effect? [2]
16. If we look around in our environment, we find that success is not associated with marks at school. There are [2]
many other types of intelligences. How will Gardner's theory of intelligences explain this? Describe his theory of
multiple intelligences.
OR
How is giftedness different from talent? Explain.
17. How Oedipus and Electra complex are different? [2]
18. What are cognitive behavioural techniques in the management of stress? [2]
19. What is a team? [2]
Section C
20. Explain the nature of the therapeutic relationship between the client and the therapist in different [3]
Psychotherapies.
21. State symptoms of Panic disorder. [3]
22. Why are projective techniques also called as indirect methods of assessing personality? Enumerate their [3]
characteristics.
OR
What is an interview? Explain its limitations.
23. How can you reduce social loafing in groups? Think of any two incidents of social loafing in school. How did [3]
you overcome it?
Section D
24. What are dysfunctional cognitive structures? [4]
OR
What is self-actualisation?
25. How do psychologists characterize and define intelligence? [4]
26. Define attitude. Discuss the components of an attitude. [4]
27. Elaborate the status of intelligence testing in India. [4]
Section E
28. How does Freud explain the structure of personality? [6]
OR
Discuss Freud's psycho-analytic theory of personality.
29. What are the consequences of alcohol substance addiction? [6]
OR
While speaking in public, the patient changes topics frequently. Is this a positive or a negative symptom of
schizophrenia? Describe the other symptoms and sub-types of schizophrenia.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Stress is a normal reaction the body has when changes occur, resulting in physical, emotional, and intellectual
responses. Stress management training can help you deal with things in a healthier manner. The body’s autonomic
nervous system controls your heart rate, breathing, vision changes, and more. Its built-in stress response, the “fight-or-
flight response,” helps the body face stressful situations. When a person has long-term (chronic) stress, continued
activation of the stress response causes wear and tear on the body. Physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms
develop. Some physical symptoms are pains, aches, high blood pressure; emotional and mental symptoms are anxiety,
panic attacks; behavioral symptoms are smoking, gambling, drinking, and many more. There are three major types of
stress which are physical and environmental, psychological, and social. All these types of stress are interrelated.
30. What is frustration? What are some causes of frustration among students? (1)
31. What are the physical symptoms of stress? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Intelligence is one of the most talked-about subjects in psychology, there is no standard definition of what exactly
constitutes intelligence. Some researchers have suggested that intelligence is a single, general ability. Others believe
that intelligence encompasses a range of aptitudes, skills, and talents. Intelligence has been a controversial topic
throughout psychology's history. Despite the substantial interest in the subject, there is still considerable disagreement
about what components make up intelligence. In addition to questions of exactly how to define intelligence, the debate
continues today about whether accurate measurements are even possible. At various points throughout recent history,
researchers have proposed some different definitions of intelligence. While these definitions can vary considerably
from one theorist to the next, current conceptualizations tend to suggest that intelligence is the ability to learn from
experience, recognize problems, and solve problems. Intelligence is the global capacity to understand the world, think
rationally, and use available resources effectively when faced with challenges. There are many theories of intelligence
some of which are: Uni factor theory, two-factor theory, theory of primary mental abilities, hierarchical model of
intelligence, structure of intellect model, theory of multiple intelligence, triarchic theory of intelligence, and PASS
model of intelligence.
32. What are the different dimensions of the structure of the intellect model? (1)
33. Which approach considers intelligence as an aggregate of abilities? explain it in detail. (2)
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. People who remain motionless or silent for long stretches of time suffer from _________. [1]

a) Catatonic stupor b) Catatonic posturing

c) Catatonic rigidity d) Avolition

2. A therapist asks a client to reveal all his or her thoughts including his/her early childhood problems. What [1]
therapy is being used here?

a) Psychodynamic therapy b) Behavior therapy

c) Cognitive therapy d) Biomedical therapy

3. ________ refers to a stable, persistent, and specific way of behaving. [1]

a) Habit b) Trait

c) Temperament d) Disposition
4. The father of modern stress research is: [1]

a) Hans Selye b) Elder

c) Lazarus d) Parker
5. Jordan was in a relationship that she recently ended when she found out that her partner was cheating on her. She [1]
 is probably experiencing:

a) frustration b) eustress

c) distress d) exhaustion
6. Assertion (A): Selye's model has been criticised for assigning a very limited role to psychological factors. [1]
Reason (R): He observed patients with various injuries and illnesses in hospitals.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. The stage of general adaptation syndrome marked by intense physiological efforts to adapt to the stressor is [1]
called the:

a) Exhaustion b) Resistance

c) Reaction d) Alarm
8. Removing the evil that resides in the individual through countermagic and prayer, is called as ______. [1]

a) Exorcism b) Ojha

c) Schizophrenia d) Demonology
9. What is the term used when people develop a fear of entering unfamiliar situations? [1]

a) Panic disorder b) Anxiety

c) Social Anxiety Disorder d) Agoraphobia

10. Therapy introduced by Wolpe for treating phobias and irrational behaviour is __________. [1]

a) Systematic desensitisation b) Token economy

c) Modelling d) Positive reinforcement

11. State in which a person feels he has lost something valuable and is not getting what he deserves in known as [1]

a) Deprivation b) Disadvantage

c) Discrimination d) Poverty
12. The cognitive component of attitudes which form the ground on which they stand is ______ [1]

a) Values b) Stereotype

c) Beliefs d) Prejudice
13. Assertion (A): According to behaviorists, the structural unit of personality is the response. [1]
Reason (R): They focus on learning of cultural variations and connections and their reinforcements.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. A collection of people who may be present at a place or situation by chance is called [1]

a) Audience b) Group

c) Crowd d) Team
 Section B
15. What is the super-ordinate goal? [2]
16. What is situationist perspective of human behaviour? [2]
OR
Why does the behaviour of an individual vary from situation to situation?
17. What is self-esteem? [2]
18. Latika worked for a multinational company. She was shifting houses due to frequent transfers. During this time, [2]
she also lost her father to a major heart ailment. This caused a lot of stress. Explain this particular source of
stress that Latika faced.
19. What is a crowd? [2]
Section C
20. How Yoga is useful for good mental health? [3]
21. State symptoms of Dissociative Amnesia. [3]
22. What is self? How does the Indian notion of self differ from the Western notion? [3]
OR
How does Erich Fromm differ from Freud’s approach to personality?
23. Mary found herself very lonely when she joined a new college, but soon felt at ease when she made friends and [3]
became a member of a hobby group too. With the help of this example, discuss the conditions that lead to group
formation.
Section D
24. How RET is different from Aaron Reek's Cognitive therapy? [4]
OR
Discuss modelling as a form of behaviour therapy.
25. How psychometric approach of intelligence is different from information processing approach? [4]
26. What are the causes/sources of the emergence of prejudice? Give an example. [4]
27. Elaborate the status of intelligence testing in India. [4]
Section E
28. Discuss psycho-sexual stages of development. [6]
OR
Discuss the main observational methods used in personality assessment. What problems do we face in using these
methods?
29. Can a long-standing pattern of deviant behaviour be considered abnormal? Elaborate. [6]
OR
Physicians make the diagnosis of looking at a person’s physical symptoms. How are psychological disorders
diagnosed?
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
According to Richard Lazarus's theory of stress appraisal, reappraisal is the stage of looking back at a choice to see how
things have turned out. During the reappraisal stage, the person learns from the decision. Lazarus was a pioneer in the
area of emotion, and his theory is often referred to as the Lazarus theory of emotion. According to appraisal theories of
emotion, thinking must occur first before experiencing emotion. Lazarus and Folkman identified appraisal as central to
the stress process. Their Transactional Model of Stress and Coping states that an event will likely fall into one of three
main categories:
Irrelevant: It will have no impact on your well-being.
Benign-Positive: It will have a positive impact on your well-being.
Stressful: It will likely involve harm or loss and may challenge or threaten you.

30. How many stages of appraisals are there in this model? Name them. (1)
31. What is the difference between primary appraisal and secondary appraisal? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Psychological assessment is a process that involves checking the integration of information from multiple sources, such
as tests of normal and abnormal personality, tests of ability or intelligence, tests of interests or attitudes, as well as
information from personal interviews. Collateral information is also collected about personal, occupational, or medical
history, such as from records or from interviews with parents, spouses, teachers, or previous therapists or physicians. A
psychological assessment can include numerous components such as norm-referenced psychological tests, informal
tests and surveys, interview information, school or medical records, medical evaluation, and observational data. A
psychologist determines what information to use based on the specific questions being asked. Some attributes which are
categorised on the basis of varieties of tests used in psychological literature are intelligence, aptitude, interest, values,
and personality. Assessment is the first step in understanding psychological attribute. Any attribute will be said to exist
in a person only if it can be measured by using scientific procedures.
32. Define Individual Differences. (1)
33. What are Aptitude tests? Explain with examples. (2)
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before attempting it.
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. In which period of ancient history, demonology and superstition gained renewed importance in the explanation [1]
of abnormal behaviour?

a) Age of Enlightenment b) Age of Reason

c) Middle Ages d) Renaissance period

2. Systematic desensitization begins with some form of [1]

a) Relaxation conditioning b) Instrumental training

c) Instrumental conditioning d) Relaxation training

3. Raters often display certain biases that colour their judgments of different traits. Which limitation is indicated in [1]
the statement mentioned?

a) Halo effect b) Nominations

c) Extreme response bias d) Middle category bias

4. A life skill which helps us to communicate our wants, feelings, thoughts clearly and confidently is _______. [1]

a) Rational thinking. b) Hardiness

c) Perfectionism d) Assertiveness
 5. Which term is used to describe the level of stress that is good for you? [1]

a) Distress b) Strain

c) Eustress d) Stressor
6. Assertion (A): Primary appraisal refers to the perception of a new or changing environment as positive, neutral, [1]
or negative in its consequences.
Reason (R): Lazarus has distinguished between two types of appraisal.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. Problem-focused and emotion-focused coping responses are given by ________. [1]

a) Parker and Endler b) Lazarus and Folkman

c) Selye d) Lazarus
8. Which type of a feeding disorder leads to an individual in having a distorted body image that leads him or her to [1]
see him or her as over weight?

a) Binge eating b) Bulimia nervosa

c) Anorexia nervosa d) Over eating

9. When people believe that their feelings, thoughts and actions are controlled by others is called Delusion of [1]
__________.

a) Perception b) Reference

c) Grandeur d) Control
10. Cognitive therapy for the treatment of depression is given by: [1]

a) Sigmund Freud b) Albert toss

c) Aaron beck d) Albert Ellis

11. In 1957, Leon Festinger published his theory of [1]

a) Balance b) Cognitive Dissonance

c) Learning d) Attitude
12. Which three aspects have been referred to as the A-B-C components of attitude? [1]

a) Affective- Beliefs-Co-action b) Affective-Behavioural-Cognitive

c) Attribute-Behavioural-Cognitive d) Affective-Beliefs-Cognitive
13. Assertion (A): Allport considered traits more like intervening variables that occur between the stimulus [1]
situation and response of the person.
Reason (R): Gordon Allport proposed that individuals possess a number of traits, which are dynamic in nature.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. Why does group polarisation occur? [1]
 a) Ingroup support becomes natural. b) Like minded people give newer arguments
favouring a particular viewpoint.

c) Validation of the view happens when others d) All of these

also favour a viewpoint.
Section B
15. What is cohesiveness? [2]
16. What is CAS? [2]
OR
What is an intelligence test?
17. What functions do dream serve according to Freud? [2]
18. What are cognitive behavioural techniques in the management of stress? [2]
19. What are the main differences between groups and teams? [2]
Section C
20. How Psychodynamic therapies are different from Logotherapy? [3]
21. Suicide is interface of many factors. Discuss. [3]
22. How does Erich Fromm differ from Freud’s approach to personality? [3]
OR
What is an interview? Explain its limitations.
23. What is a group? Explain why do people join groups. [3]
Section D
24. What are dysfunctional cognitive structures? [4]
OR
Explain the key features of cognitive therapies as explained by Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck.
25. What are the uses of aptitude tests? [4]
26. What is the Two Step Concept in the process of Attitude change? [4]
27. Elaborate the status of intelligence testing in India. [4]
Section E
28. Discuss the main observational methods used in personality assessment. What problems do we face in using [6]
these methods?
OR
Discuss post Freudian approach to personality.
29. Identify the symptoms associated with depression and mania. [6]
OR
Physicians make the diagnosis of looking at a person’s physical symptoms. How are psychological disorders
diagnosed?
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Some pressure and stress can provide healthy stimulation and help us feel motivated and energized to get things done.
However, too much pressure can lead to anxiety and unhealthy personality changes. In other words, if you draw stress
as a normal “bell-shaped” distribution curve (as shown in the stress diagram below), there is a healthy segment in the
middle of the curve and unhealthy segments at the two tail ends of the curve — too little pressure and too much
pressure can both be problematic.
30. Mention any two factors that put us under stress. (1)
31. What do we call the level of stress that is good for us? Why it is considered positive stress? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Intelligence test series of tasks designed to measure the capacity to make abstractions, to learn, and to deal with novel
situations. The most widely used intelligence tests include the Stanford Binet intelligence scale and the Wechsler scales.
The Stanford-Binet is the American adaptation of the original French Binet-Simon intelligence test; it was first
introduced in 1916 by Lewis Terman, a psychologist at Stanford University. The test is scored in terms of intelligence
quotient, or IQ, a concept first suggested by German psychologist William Stern and adopted by Lewis Terman in the
Stanford-Binet Scale. Intelligence tests have provoked a great deal of controversy about what kinds of mental abilities
constitute intelligence and whether the IQ adequately represents these abilities, with debate centering on cultural bias in
test construction and standardization procedures. Intelligence tests are of several types. one can choose a test depending
on the purpose of use. They can be classified as individual or group; verbal or performance; and culture fair or culture
biased. Intelligence is assessed with the help of specially designed tests. At two extremes of intelligence are the
intellectually deficient persons and the intellectually gifted.
32. Define Intelligence Quotient. (1)
33. How IQ is calculated? What will be the IQ of the Severe retarded people? (2)
 Series ARSP/06 Set ~ 6
Roll No. Q.P Code 15/6/6
Candidates must write the Q.P Code
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 Please check that this question paper contains 04 printed pages.

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on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
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before attempting it.
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. ICD-10 Classification of Behavioural and Mental Disorders is prepared by. _____. [1]

a) APS b) WHO

c) APA d) British Psychological Association

2. Name the process in which the client acts out his/her frustration, anger, fear and depression that he/she had [1]
harboured towards that person in the past but could not express at that time. The therapist becomes a substitute
for that person in the present.

a) Positive transference b) Confrontation

c) Transference Neurosis d) Negative transference

3. How many dimensions were initiated by Eysenck? [1]

a) 1 b) 2

c) 4 d) 3
4. GAS theory was propounded by _______. [1]

a) Selye b) Lazarus

c) Kobasa d) Folkman
 5. When you are pressurized to take any action that may be against the values held by you, then you are undergoing [1]
_______.

a) Conflict b) Internal pressure

c) Frustration d) Social pressure

6. Assertion (A): Social discrimination, interpersonal hurt, low grades in school, are causes of frustration. [1]
Reason (R): Frustration occurs where a party fails to perform his/her contractual obligations due to an event that
is beyond the control of either party.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. Cognitive theory of stress was propounded by ________. [1]

a) Lazarus and his colleagues b) Kobasa

c) Endler and Parker d) Hans Seyle

8. Perceptions that occur in the absence of external stimuli are known as ______. [1]

a) Alogia b) Formal Thought disorder

c) Hallucinations d) Catatonic stupor

9. Which type of a feeding disorder leads to an individual in having a distorted body image that leads him or her to [1]
see him or her as over weight?

a) Binge eating b) Bulimia nervosa

c) Anorexia nervosa d) Over eating

10. Frankl exercised the role of spiritual anxieties in leading to meaninglessness and hence may be called an [1]
_________.

a) Existential anxiety b) Free association

c) Core schemas d) Insight

11. The emotional component of attitude is also called______________ component. [1]

a) Affective b) Psycho-motor

c) Cognitive d) empirical
12. Which feature of the attitude tells us whether an attitude is positive or negative towards the attitude object? [1]

a) Centrality b) Complexity

c) Valence d) Extremeness
13. Assertion (A): The trait approach focuses on the specific psychological attributes along which individuals tend [1]
to differ in consistent and stable ways.
Reason (R): Personality typologies are usually very appealing but are too simplistic.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. The strengthening of the group's initial position as a result of the group interaction and discussion is referred to [1]
as_____.

a) Group polarisation b) Social influence

c) Conformity d) Bandwagon effect

Section B
15. What is a group? [2]
16. What is aptitude? [2]
OR
How individual differences are useful for the society?
17. Define observation. Explain the limitations of observation as a method to evaluate personality. [2]
18. Latika worked for a multinational company. She was shifting houses due to frequent transfers. During this time, [2]
she also lost her father to a major heart ailment. This caused a lot of stress. Explain this particular source of
stress that Latika faced.
19. What is the bandwagon effect? [2]
Section C
20. What is Empathy? How it is different from sympathy? [3]
21. State symptoms of PTSD. [3]
22. What functions do dream serve according to Freud? [3]
OR
How Oedipus and Electra complex are different?
23. Mary found herself very lonely when she joined a new college, but soon felt at ease when she made friends and [3]
became a member of a hobby group too. With the help of this example, discuss the conditions that lead to group
formation.
Section D
24. How existential and humanistic therapies are different from psychodynamic and behaviour therapies? [4]
OR
Discuss modelling as a form of behaviour therapy.
25. How is aptitude different from interest and intelligence? How is aptitude measured? [4]
26. What are the different features of attitude? [4]
27. What are the uses of aptitude tests? [4]
Section E
28. How does Freud explain the structure of personality? [6]
OR
Discuss post Freudian approach to personality.
29. What are psychological disorders? Explain any three psychological disorders with examples. [6]
OR
While speaking in public, the patient changes topics frequently. Is this a positive or a negative symptom of
schizophrenia? Describe the other symptoms and sub-types of schizophrenia.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Stress is subjective - not measurable with tests. Only the person experiencing it can determine whether is it present and
how severe it feels. A healthcare provider may use questionnaires to understand your stress and how it affects your life.
If you have chronic stress, your healthcare provider can evaluate symptoms that result from stress. For example, high
blood pressure can be diagnosed and treated. When we’re stressed, the immune system’s ability to fight off antigens is
reduced. That is why we are more susceptible to infections. The stress hormone cortisol can suppress the effectiveness
of the immune system (e.g. lowers the number of lymphocytes). Stress can also have an indirect effect on the immune
system as a person may use unhealthy behavioral coping strategies to reduce their stress, such as drinking and smoking.
Stress is linked to headaches; infectious illness (e.g. ‘flu); cardiovascular disease; diabetes, asthma, and gastric ulcers.
Coping is a dynamic situation-specific reaction to stress. Endler and Parker gave some major coping strategies. The
way we cope with stress often depends on rigid deep-seated beliefs, based on experience.
30. What is Biofeedback? (1)
31. What is Hypothalamus? What does it do? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Raven's Progressive Matrices (RPM) is a multiple-choice test that measures abstract reasoning, spatial awareness,
and cognitive thinking. The test is administered as a nonverbal group test. The most common version of the test
consists of 60 questions.
The test is typically used to measure general human intelligence and is regarded as a non-verbal estimate of fluid
intelligence. It is one of the most common tests administered to both groups and individuals ranging from 5-year-olds to
the elderly.
The test was originally developed by Dr. John C. Raven in 1936. In each test item, the subject is asked to identify the
missing item that completes a pattern.
The test is considered a very effective and accurate tool for assessing cognitive thinking and intellectual capacity. A
larger number of correct answers than average indicates above-average intelligence, and vice versa.

32. Which type of test is represented in the picture? Is it an IQ test? (1)

33. What are the Raven's progressive matrices? What is the use of this test? (2)
 Series ARSP/07 Set ~ 7
Roll No. Q.P Code 15/7/7
Candidates must write the Q.P Code
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 Please check that this question paper contains 04 printed pages.

 Q.P. Code given on the right hand side of the question paper should be written
on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
 Please write down the serial number of the question in the answer-book
before attempting it.
 15 Minute times has been allotted to read this question paper. The question
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will read the question paper only and will not write any answer on the answer –
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. The inability to stop thinking about a particular idea or topic is called _________. [1]

a) Impulsive behavior b) Obsessive behavior

c) Compulsive behavior d) Hyperactive behavior

2. It refers to the practice of focusing attention on the breath or an object or thought or Mantra. [1]

a) SKY b) Meditation

c) Yoga d) Vipasana
3. According to Freud, which level of the human mind is a reservoir of instinctive or animal drives and leads to [1]
psychological conflicts?

a) Conscious b) Unconscious

c) Semi conscious d) Preconscious

4. Reaction to external stressor is called ________. [1]

a) Eustress b) Distress

c) Strain d) Stress
5. ________ is a dynamic developmental process referring to the maintenance of positive adjustment under [1]
 challenging life conditions.

a) Exercise b) Health

c) Diet d) Resilience
6. Assertion (A): Social discrimination, interpersonal hurt, low grades in school, are causes of frustration. [1]
Reason (R): Frustration occurs where a party fails to perform his/her contractual obligations due to an event that
is beyond the control of either party.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. Assessment of possible future damage that may be brought by an event is called ________. [1]

a) Harm b) Experience

c) Challenge d) Threat
8. Perceptions that occur in the absence of external stimuli are known as ______. [1]

a) Alogia b) Formal Thought disorder

c) Hallucinations d) Catatonic stupor

9. In which period of ancient history, demonology and superstition gained renewed importance in the explanation [1]
of abnormal behaviour?

a) Age of Enlightenment b) Age of Reason

c) Middle Ages d) Renaissance period

10. Name the practice taught in the USA which has been found to be effective in the treatment of mental disorders. [1]

a) Kundalini Yoga b) Pranayama

c) SKY d) Vipasana meditation

11. You like your mother. Your mother does not like pets. You like pets. The tried is - [1]

a) Imbalanced b) Balanced

c) ImBalanced for your mother but balanced d) Balanced for your mother but imbalanced
for you for you
12. The emotional component of attitude is also called______________ component. [1]

a) Affective b) Psycho-motor

c) Cognitive d) empirical
13. Assertion (A): Self-esteem is an understanding of what others think of you. [1]
Reason (R): Our capacity to view ourselves in terms of stable disposition permits us to combine separate self-
evaluation into the general psychological image of ourselves.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. In this type of group, the roles to be performed by members are stated in an explicit manner. [1]
 a) Formal b) Primary

c) Secondary d) Informal
Section B
15. What is a mob? [2]
16. Mention main characteristics of a bell-shaped curve. [2]
OR
What are aptitude tests?
17. What is self-esteem? [2]
18. Tahir is unable to decide whether to study dance or music as he likes both. Is he frustrated or facing a conflict? [2]
Explain very briefly.
19. What is social facilitation? [2]
Section C
20. Explain why therapeutic alliance is an important aspect of psychotherapy. [3]
21. State symptoms of Depersonalisation. [3]
22. What is self? How does the Indian notion of self differ from the Western notion? [3]
OR
How Oedipus and Electra complex are different?
23. Mary found herself very lonely when she joined a new college, but soon felt at ease when she made friends and [3]
became a member of a hobby group too. With the help of this example, discuss the conditions that lead to group
formation.
Section D
24. What is self-actualisation? [4]
OR
Discuss the main features of Humanistic-existential therapies.
25. Elaborate the status of intelligence testing in India. [4]
26. What are the factors that influence the formation of an attitude? [4]
27. How do psychologists characterize and define intelligence? [4]
Section E
28. Evaluate psycho-analytical theory of personality critically. [6]
OR
Anand wants to become a musician even though he belongs to a family of doctors. He wishes to fulfill his potential.
Using Carl Rogers' terminology, describe this perspective as revealed by Anand's personality.
29. Can a long-standing pattern of deviant behaviour be considered abnormal? Elaborate. [6]
OR
What are psychological disorders? Explain any three psychological disorders with examples.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Various factors have been identified which facilitate the development of positive health. Health is a state of complete
physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Positive health
comprises the following constructs: “a healthy body, high quality of personal relationships, a sense of purpose in life
self-regard, mastery of life’s tasks and resilience to stress, trauma, and change”. Specifically, factors that act as stress
buffers and facilitate positive health are diet, exercise, positive attitude, positive thinking, and social support. It is
essential to have a healthy lifestyle for handling stress and effective coping. Assertiveness, time management, rational
thinking, improving relationships, self-care, and overcoming unhelpful habits are life skills that help us to meet life's
challenges. Positive health and well-being come through a balanced diet, exercise, positive attitude, positive optimistic
thinking, and social support. There is also a need for overall harmonious conditions in society. We must avoid taking
unhealthy escape routes of smoking, alcohol, drugs, and other harmful behaviors.
30. Identify the behavior or skill that helps to communicate, clearly and confidently, our feelings, needs, wants, and
thoughts. (1)
31. What are the traits of hardiness? Explain them. (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Intelligence has been defined in many ways: higher-level abilities (such as abstract reasoning, mental representation,
problem-solving, and decision making), the ability to learn, emotional knowledge, creativity, and adaptation to meet the
demands of the environment effectively. Psychologist Robert Sternberg defined intelligence as "the mental abilities
necessary for adaptation to, as well as shaping and selection of, any environmental context. Some researchers argue that
intelligence is a general ability, whereas others make the assertion that intelligence comprises specific skills and talents.
Psychologists contend that intelligence is genetic or inherited, and others claim that it is largely influenced by the
surrounding environment. As a result, psychologists have developed several contrasting theories of intelligence as well
as individual tests that attempt to measure this very concept. Different researchers have proposed a variety of theories to
explain the nature of intelligence. Here are some of the major theories of intelligence that have emerged during the last
100 years. uni factor theory, two-factor theory, multi-factor theory, triarchic theory of intelligence, hierarchical model of
intelligence, the structure of intellect model are some of the major theories contributed to the field of psychology.
32. What is the General Factor? (1)
33. Name the theory that assumes intelligence as one similar set of abilities is called. Explain it. (2)
 Series ARSP/08 Set ~ 8
Roll No. Q.P Code 15/8/8
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 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
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before attempting it.
 15 Minute times has been allotted to read this question paper. The question
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:

1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. The inability to stop thinking about a particular idea or topic is called _________. [1]

a) Impulsive behavior b) Obsessive behavior

c) Compulsive behavior d) Hyperactive behavior

2. Name the biomedical therapy in which mental problems are treated by giving electric shocks. [1]

a) Behavior Therapy b) Cognitive behaviour therapy

c) Logotherapy d) Electro-convulsive Therapy

3. By what age children seem to have formed self-esteem? [1]

a) 9 to 10 b) 7 to 8

c) 6 to 7 d) 8 to 9
4. What type of stress is Frustration? [1]

a) Psychological stress b) Social stress.

c) Environmental stress. d) Physical stress

5. How many types of social support are there? [1]

a) 3 b) 2
 c) 4 d) 1
6. Assertion (A): Primary appraisal refers to the perception of a new or changing environment as positive, neutral, [1]
or negative in its consequences.
Reason (R): Lazarus has distinguished between two types of appraisal.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. The study that focuses on the link between the brain, mind, and immunity system is called: [1]

a) Psychoimmunology b) Psychoimmunoneorology

c) Neuroimmunology d) Psychoneuroimmunology
8. Multiple Personality disorder is also known as ______. [1]

a) Derealisation disorder b) Somatic symptom disorder

c) Disssociative identity disorder d) Depersonalisation disorder

9. People who remain motionless or silent for long stretches of time suffer from _________. [1]

a) Catatonic stupor b) Catatonic posturing

c) Catatonic rigidity d) Avolition

10. Who propounded the Logotherapy? [1]

a) Laura Perls b) Carl Rogers

c) Victor Frankl d) Fritz

11. You like your mother. Your mother does not like pets. You like pets. The tried is - [1]

a) Imbalanced b) Balanced

c) ImBalanced for your mother but balanced d) Balanced for your mother but imbalanced
for you for you
12. Which feature of the attitude tells us whether an attitude is positive or negative towards the attitude object? [1]

a) Centrality b) Complexity

c) Valence d) Extremeness
13. Assertion (A): The type approach attempts to comprehend human personality by examining certain broad [1]
patterns in the observed behavioral characteristics of individuals.
Reason (R): Each behavioral pattern refers to one type in which individuals are placed in terms of similarity of
their behavioral characteristics with that pattern.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. ______ occurs most readily for strong responses in situations where the presence of others is motivating. [1]

a) Culutralisation b) Social facilitation

c) Social Relationship d) Socialization

 Section B
15. What is a group? [2]
16. What do you mean by psychological assessment? [2]
OR
How Sternberg’s Concept of Intelligence is different from other concepts?
17. What functions do dream serve according to Freud? [2]
18. How stress is a basic ingredient of life? [2]
19. What is the super-ordinate goal? [2]
Section C
20. How dream interpretation is used in psycho-analysis to elicit the nature of intrapsychic conflict? [3]
21. What is ODD? [3]
22. How Oedipus and Electra complex are different? [3]
OR
How does Erich Fromm differ from Freud’s approach to personality?
23. What is a group? Explain why do people join groups. [3]
Section D
24. Discuss the various techniques used in behaviour therapy to eliminate faulty behaviours. [4]
OR
Explain cognitive behavioural therapy.
25. What is creativity? [4]
26. Quite often we see people getting themselves photographed while helping others or even when they are offering [4]
donations to the needy. Can we identify the attitudes of these people through their behaviour? When would there
be consistency between attitude and behaviour? Explain.
27. Abira integrates different experiences in an original way to suggest novel solutions. According to Sternberg, she [4]
is high on which type of intelligence?
Section E
28. Majid belongs to a family of farmers. His uncle and cousins are mostly like him as they too belong to an [6]
agricultural society. He is socialised to be obedient to elders, nurturant to youngsters and responsible to his
duties.
Referring to Majid, how does cultural approach attempt to understand personality in relation to the features of
ecological and cultural environment? How would the same be impacted by non-agricultural societies? Explain.
OR
What are the broad dimensions of personality proposed by H. J. Eysenck?
29. What are psychological disorders? Explain any three psychological disorders with examples. [6]
OR
Physicians make the diagnosis of looking at a person’s physical symptoms. How are psychological disorders
diagnosed?
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
The Transactional Model of Stress and Coping, proposed by Lazarus and Folkman in 1984, states that a person's
capacity to cope with challenges and problems is a result of transactions (or interactions) that occur between a person
and their environment. The model states that effective coping with any stressful situation depends on the person's
cognitive appraisal of the stressful event and the subsequent type of behavioral coping strategy used. The model also
states that successful coping mechanisms depend on the emotional functions related to the problem.
Model of stress, appraisal, and coping.

30. I made a plan of action and followed it. Which concept is being highlighted? Explain it with more examples. (1)
31. What is task task-oriented strategy? How it works? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Creativity is a mental and social process involving the generation of new ideas or concepts, or new associations of the
creative mind between existing ideas or concepts. An alternative conception of creativeness is that it is simply the act of
making something new. From a scientific point of view, the products of creative thought are usually considered to have
both originality and appropriateness. Creativity has been attributed variously to divine intervention, cognitive
processes, the social environment, personality traits, and chance. The study of the mental representations and processes
underlying creative thought belongs to the domains of psychology and cognitive science. There has been debate in the
psychological literature about whether intelligence and creativity are part of the same process or represent distinct
mental processes. Researchers have found out that the relationship between creativity and intelligence is positive. The
creative tests came into existence to assess variation in terms of the potential for creativity in contrast to intelligence.
32. Mention any two barriers to creativity. (1)
33. Write down a few characteristics of creativity. (2)
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 Please check that this question paper contains 04 printed pages.

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 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
 Please write down the serial number of the question in the answer-book
before attempting it.
 15 Minute times has been allotted to read this question paper. The question
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. Children who have marked difficulties in social interaction and communication, desire for routine and restricted [1]
interests are suffering from:

a) Impulsively b) Hyperactivity

c) Autism d) Alogia
2. ________ are those factors which lead to the persistence of the faulty behaviour. [1]

a) Psychological factors b) Maintaining factors

c) Antecedent operations d) Establishing operations

3. The way we perceive ourselves and the ideas we hold about our competencies and attributes is called ________. [1]

a) Self concept b) Self efficacy

c) Self regulation d) Self esteem

4. Psychoneuroimmunology is a branch of psychology that focuses on the links between _________. [1]

a) The brain and the immune system b) The mind, the brain and the body

c) The mind, the brain and the immune system d) The mind and the brain
5. Agents causing physical illness are called ________. [1]
 a) Leucocytes b) B cells

c) Pathogens d) T cells
6. Assertion (A): Coping is a dynamic situation-specific reaction to stress. [1]
Reason (R): Individuals show consistent individual differences in the coping strategies they use to handle
stressful situations.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. The state of physical, emotional and psychological exhaustion is known as _______. [1]

a) Burnout b) Weakness

c) Hopelessness d) Irritability
8. Which of the following constitutes Trigunas as per Ayurveda? [1]

a) Vata, pitta, kapha b) Sattva, rajas and tamas

c) Sattva, rajas, kapha d) Vatta, pitta, rajas

9. When people believe that their feelings, thoughts and actions are controlled by others is called Delusion of [1]
__________.

a) Perception b) Reference

c) Grandeur d) Control
10. Systematic desensitization begins with some form of [1]

a) Relaxation conditioning b) Instrumental training

c) Instrumental conditioning d) Relaxation training

11. Which three aspects have been referred to as the A-B-C components of attitude? [1]

a) Affective- Beliefs-Co-action b) Affective-Behavioural-Cognitive

c) Attribute-Behavioural-Cognitive d) Affective-Beliefs-Cognitive
12. In 1957, Leon Festinger published his theory of [1]

a) Balance b) Cognitive Dissonance

c) Learning d) Attitude
13. Assertion (A): Unconscious stores all ideas and wishes that are concealed from the conscious awareness. [1]
Reason (R): Unconscious is the reservoir of instinctive or animal drives.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. What is that stage in group formation where once the function is over the group can be disbanded? [1]

a) Performing b) Adjourning

c) Storming d) Norming
Section B
15. What is social facilitation? [2]
16. What is interest? [2]
OR
Briefly summarise the concept of situationism by giving an example.
17. How does Erich Fromm differ from Freud’s approach to personality? [2]
18. How stress is a basic ingredient of life? [2]
19. What is social loafing? [2]
Section C
20. What is unconditional positive regard in the process of psychotherapy? [3]
21. What is OCD? [3]
22. What functions do dream serve according to Freud? [3]
OR
How would Horney’s explanation of depression be different from that of Alfred Adler?
23. What is a group? Explain why do people join groups. [3]
Section D
24. Discuss the various techniques used in behaviour therapy to eliminate faulty behaviours. [4]
OR
Explain cognitive behavioural therapy.
25. What is creativity? [4]
26. What are attitudes? Explain the factors that influence the formation of an attitude. [4]
27. Elaborate the status of intelligence testing in India. [4]
Section E
28. Discuss the main observational methods used in personality assessment. What problems do we face in using [6]
these methods?
OR
What are the broad dimensions of personality proposed by H. J. Eysenck?
29. Identify the symptoms associated with depression and mania. [6]
OR
What abnormal behaviour? Give examples. How does it differ from psychological disorders?
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Stress has the ability to negatively impact our lives. It can cause physical conditions, such as headaches, digestive
issues, and sleep disturbances. It can also cause psychological and emotional strains, including confusion, anxiety, and
depression. According to the American Psychological Association, untreated chronic stress, or stress that’s constant and
lasts over an extended period of time, can result in high blood pressure or a weakened immune system. It can also
contribute to the development of obesity and heart disease. There are four major effects of stress associated with the
stressed state-emotional, physiological, cognitive, and behavioral. Chronic daily stress can divert an individual's
attention from caring for herself/himself. When stress is prolonged, it affects physical health and impairs psychological
functioning. People experience exhaustion and attitudinal problems when the stress due to demand from the
environment and constraints are too high and little support is available from family and friends. Selye noticed a similar
pattern of bodily responses in animals. he called this pattern the General Adaptation Syndrome(GAS).
30. what is burnout? when does it occurs?
31. What is GAS? What are the three stages of GAS? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
The relative importance of general and specific abilities has implications for educational practices. For example, are
there specific learning disabilities amendable to remediation and do certain instructional approaches benefit some
students more than others?
The following picture describes the areas of General Ability and Specific Abilities.

32. What is the difference between General Ability and specific Ability? (1)
33. What is the G-factor? What does it include? (2)
 Series ARSP/10 Set ~ 10
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on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
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before attempting it.
 15 Minute times has been allotted to read this question paper. The question
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. I can control things in the world according to my moods. This is a statement made by a person suffering from [1]
a delusion of ______.

a) Persecution b) Control

c) Grandeur d) Reference
2. What is the term used when a client learns to behave in a certain way by observing the behaviour of a role model [1]
or the therapist?

a) Modelling b) Inhibition

c) Differential reinforcement d) Vicarious learning

3. All of the following are examples of sublimation except: [1]

a) Painting pictures b) Competing in contact sports

c) Competing in business d) Robbing a bank

4. ________ is a dynamic situation-specific reaction to stress. [1]

a) Lifestyle b) Psychoneuroimmunology

c) Coping d) Pathogens
 5. Stress Inoculation training is an effective stress management technique developed by __________. [1]

a) Lazarus and Folkman b) Meichenbaum

c) Kobasa d) Hans Seyle

6. Assertion (A): Prolonged exposure to stress makes a person prone to infections. [1]
Reason (R): Prolonged stress reduces the number of white blood cells.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. A kind of technique used to manage stress which is a subjective experience that uses imagery and imagination. [1]

a) Deep breathing with muscle relaxation b) Creative visualisation

c) Biofeedback d) Meditation
8. Trichotillomania is a compulsive behavior associated with ________. [1]

a) Skin picking b) Nose picking

c) Hair pulling d) Hoarding

9. People who remain motionless or silent for long stretches of time suffer from _________. [1]

a) Catatonic stupor b) Catatonic posturing

c) Catatonic rigidity d) Avolition

10. Cognitive therapy for the treatment of depression is given by: [1]

a) Sigmund Freud b) Albert toss

c) Aaron beck d) Albert Ellis

11. In many cases, the group that is the target of prejudice is itself responsible for continuing the prejudice, this [1]
phenomenon is called _____.

a) Kernel of truth b) Scapegoating

c) Ingroup bias d) Self fulfilling prophecy

12. In 1957, Leon Festinger published his theory of [1]

a) Balance b) Cognitive Dissonance

c) Learning d) Attitude
13. Assertion (A): Personality refers to our characteristic ways of responding to individuals and situations. [1]
Reason (R): It is dynamic in the sense that some of its features may change due to internal or external demands.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. In which stage of group formation, there is conflict among members about how the target of the group is to be [1]
achieved?

a) Storming b) Norming

c) Performing d) Forming
 Section B
15. What is the super-ordinate goal? [2]
16. If you form a committee to plan for the annual day in your school, you will see how everyone goes ahead. Give [2]
everyone full autonomy to do all the planning. Other members of the class also observe each other as they
function. Enlist the stages that you feel are likely to emerge.
OR
What is Planning in Intelligence according to J.P. Das?
17. What functions do dream serve according to Freud? [2]
18. Explain the relationship between stress and the immune system. [2]
19. What is a group? [2]
Section C
20. How Psychodynamic therapies are different from Logotherapy? [3]
21. State symptoms of Separation Anxiety Disorder. [3]
22. What is self? How does the Indian notion of self differ from the Western notion? [3]
OR
What is an interview? Explain its limitations.
23. Mary found herself very lonely when she joined a new college, but soon felt at ease when she made friends and [3]
became a member of a hobby group too. With the help of this example, discuss the conditions that lead to group
formation.
Section D
24. Discuss the main features of Humanistic-existential therapies. [4]
OR
Discuss modelling as a form of behaviour therapy.
25. How do psychologists characterize and define intelligence? [4]
26. Define attitude. Discuss the components of an attitude. [4]
27. Elaborate the status of intelligence testing in India. [4]
Section E
28. Discuss post Freudian approach to personality. [6]
OR
Anand wants to become a musician even though he belongs to a family of doctors. He wishes to fulfill his potential.
Using Carl Rogers' terminology, describe this perspective as revealed by Anand's personality.
29. Physicians make the diagnosis of looking at a person’s physical symptoms. How are psychological disorders [6]
diagnosed?
OR
What are psychological disorders? Explain any three psychological disorders with examples.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Stress is a common occurrence. While you can’t remove every single stressor from your life, it’s possible to manage
stress and maintain your health. This is important because stress can cause mental fatigue, irritability, and insomnia. But
even if you know the physical effects of stress, you may be unaware of the different stages of stress, known as general
adaptation syndrome (GAS). When you understand the different stages of stress and how the body responds in these
stages, it’s easier to identify signs of chronic stress in yourself.
Selye found that over time, resistance to stress can cause the body to become exhausted. As a result of weakened
resistance, the body is more susceptible to inflammatory diseases, chronic fatigue, and a shorter life.

30. Which stage is considered a level of normal resistance? (1)

31. What are the 3 stages of stress response? Explain. (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
The PASS (Planning, Attention, Simultaneous and Successive cognitive processing) theory of intelligence identifies
three operational units that are important to understanding mental functioning: attention, simultaneous and successive
processing, and planning. The PASS THEORY of intelligence has been developed by J.P Das, Jack Naglieri, and Kirby
(1994). They proposed that three functional units of the brain determine the intellectual activity of an individual. These
three units are responsible for planning, arousal/attention and simultaneous/Successive processing These PASS
processes are interactive in nature yet each has its own distinctive functions.

32. What is the full form of the pass model? Who developed this model? (1)
33. What is simultaneous processing? When does it take place? (2)
 Series ARSP/11 Set ~ 11
Roll No. Q.P Code 15/11/11
Candidates must write the Q.P Code
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 Please check that this question paper contains 04 printed pages.

 Q.P. Code given on the right hand side of the question paper should be written
on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
 Please write down the serial number of the question in the answer-book
before attempting it.
 15 Minute times has been allotted to read this question paper. The question
paper will be distributed at 10:15 a.m. From 10.15 a.m to 10.30 a.m, the students
will read the question paper only and will not write any answer on the answer –
book during this period.

PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. Perceptions that occur in the absence of external stimuli are known as ______. [1]

a) Alogia b) Formal Thought disorder

c) Hallucinations d) Catatonic stupor

2. Cognitive therapy for the treatment of depression is given by: [1]

a) Sigmund Freud b) Albert toss

c) Aaron beck d) Albert Ellis

3. Who suggested Type C personality? [1]

a) Friedman and Rosenman b) Morris

c) Sheldon d) Gordon Allport

4. Stress management is about learning: [1]
i. How to avoid the pressures of life.
ii. How to develop skills that would enhance our body's adjustment when we are subjected to the pressures of
life.

a) Both i and ii b) only i

 c) only ii d) None of these
5. Which type of effect of stress is poor concentration and reduced short term memory capacity? [1]

a) Emotional effect b) Physiological effect

c) Behavioural effect d) Cognitive effect

6. Assertion (A): Stress can affect natural killer cell cytotoxicity which is of major importance in the defense [1]
against various infections and cancer.
Reason (R): Natural killer cells are involved in the fight against both viruses and tumors.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. Which of the following is not psychological stress? [1]

a) Anxiety b) Internal pressure

c) Frustration d) Conflict
8. The inability to stop thinking about a particular idea or topic is called _________. [1]

a) Impulsive behavior b) Obsessive behavior

c) Compulsive behavior d) Hyperactive behavior

9. I can control things in the world according to my moods. This is a statement made by a person suffering from [1]
a delusion of ______.

a) Persecution b) Control

c) Grandeur d) Reference
10. _______ is a technique to treat Phobia. [1]

a) Rationalization b) Sublimation

c) Systematic desensitization d) improve thinking

11. There will be a consistency between attitude and behaviour only when [1]

a) The attitude is not very strong. b) There is a lot of external pressure to behave
in a particular way.

c) The person's behaviour is not being watched d) The person is unaware of his/her attitude.
or evaluated by others.
12. In many cases, the group that is the target of prejudice is itself responsible for continuing the prejudice, this [1]
phenomenon is called _____.

a) Kernel of truth b) Scapegoating

c) Ingroup bias d) Self fulfilling prophecy

13. Assertion (A): Allport considered traits more like intervening variables that occur between the stimulus [1]
situation and response of the person.
Reason (R): Gordon Allport proposed that individuals possess a number of traits, which are dynamic in nature.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
 explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. When group cohesion interferes with effective leadership and lead to disaster decisions, this phenomenon is [1]
known as

a) Identification b) Obedience

c) Conformity d) Groupthink
Section B
15. What is a mob? [2]
16. What are aptitude tests? [2]
OR
How individual differences are useful for the society?
17. What is an interview? Explain its limitations. [2]
18. What are cognitive behavioural techniques in the management of stress? [2]
19. What are the main differences between groups and teams? [2]
Section C
20. How does rational emotive therapy help in reducing distress? Support your answer with the help of an example. [3]
21. What are the ways of preventing suicide? [3]
22. Why are projective techniques also called as indirect methods of assessing personality? Enumerate their [3]
characteristics.
OR
What functions do dream serve according to Freud?
23. When groups are formed, they pass through some developmental sequences or stages. Explain these stages with [3]
the help of an example.
Section D
24. Discuss the ethics of Psychotherapy? [4]
OR
Discuss the main features of Humanistic-existential therapies.
25. What is creativity? [4]
26. What is the Two Step Concept in the process of Attitude change? [4]
27. Elaborate the status of intelligence testing in India. [4]
Section E
28. Evaluate psycho-analytical theory of personality critically. [6]
OR
What are the broad dimensions of personality proposed by H. J. Eysenck?
29. Describe psychological models explaining abnormal behaviour. [6]
OR
Identify the symptoms associated with depression and mania.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Various factors have been identified which facilitate the development of positive health. Health is a state of complete
physical, mental, social, and spiritual well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity. Positive health
comprises the following constructs: “a healthy body, high quality of personal relationships, a sense of purpose in life
self-regard, mastery of life’s tasks and resilience to stress, trauma, and change”. Specifically, factors that act as stress
buffers and facilitate positive health are diet, exercise, positive attitude, positive thinking, and social support. It is
essential to have a healthy lifestyle for handling stress and effective coping. Assertiveness, time management, rational
thinking, improving relationships, self-care, and overcoming unhelpful habits are life skills that help us to meet life's
challenges. Positive health and well-being come through a balanced diet, exercise, positive attitude, positive optimistic
thinking, and social support. There is also a need for overall harmonious conditions in society. We must avoid taking
unhealthy escape routes of smoking, alcohol, drugs, and other harmful behaviors.
30. Identify the behavior or skill that helps to communicate, clearly and confidently, our feelings, needs, wants, and
thoughts. (1)
31. What are the traits of hardiness? Explain them. (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Intelligence is one of the most talked-about subjects in psychology, there is no standard definition of what exactly
constitutes intelligence. Some researchers have suggested that intelligence is a single, general ability. Others believe
that intelligence encompasses a range of aptitudes, skills, and talents. Intelligence has been a controversial topic
throughout psychology's history. Despite the substantial interest in the subject, there is still considerable disagreement
about what components make up intelligence. In addition to questions of exactly how to define intelligence, the debate
continues today about whether accurate measurements are even possible. At various points throughout recent history,
researchers have proposed some different definitions of intelligence. While these definitions can vary considerably
from one theorist to the next, current conceptualizations tend to suggest that intelligence is the ability to learn from
experience, recognize problems, and solve problems. Intelligence is the global capacity to understand the world, think
rationally, and use available resources effectively when faced with challenges. There are many theories of intelligence
some of which are: Uni factor theory, two-factor theory, theory of primary mental abilities, hierarchical model of
intelligence, structure of intellect model, theory of multiple intelligence, triarchic theory of intelligence, and PASS
model of intelligence.
32. What are the different dimensions of the structure of the intellect model? (1)
33. Which approach considers intelligence as an aggregate of abilities? explain it in detail. (2)
 Series ARSP/12 Set ~ 12
Roll No. Q.P Code 15/12/12
Candidates must write the Q.P Code
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 Please check that this question paper contains 04 printed pages.

 Q.P. Code given on the right hand side of the question paper should be written
on the title page of the answer-book by the candidate.
 Please check that this question paper contains 33 questions.
 Please write down the serial number of the question in the answer-book
before attempting it.
 15 Minute times has been allotted to read this question paper. The question
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will read the question paper only and will not write any answer on the answer –
book during this period.

PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:

1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. When people believe that their feelings, thoughts and actions are controlled by others is called Delusion of [1]
__________.

a) Perception b) Reference

c) Grandeur d) Control
2. Cognitive therapy for the treatment of depression is given by: [1]

a) Sigmund Freud b) Albert toss

c) Aaron beck d) Albert Ellis

3. ________ were developed to assess unconscious motives and feelings. [1]

a) Self report measures b) Projective techniques

c) Psychometric test d) Behavioural analysis

4. ________ are abilities for adaptive and positive behaviour that enable individuals to deal effectively with the [1]
demands and challenges of everyday life.

a) Social support b) Positive attitude

c) Life skills d) Positive thinking

 5. Agents causing physical illness are called ________. [1]

a) Leucocytes b) B cells

c) Pathogens d) T cells
6. Assertion (A): The state of physical, emotional, and psychological exhaustion is called burnout. [1]
Reason (R): Compassion fatigue and burnout are interchangeable terms that describe the stress of crisis
responders.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. A strategy which involves denying or minimising the seriousness of any situation while coping with stress is [1]
best known as ________.

a) Assertiveness b) Avoidance-oriented strategy

c) Emotion-oriented strategy d) Task oriented strategy

8. When a person experiences loud noise at intervals and in an unpredictable manner, the noise will be [1]

a) Less disturbing b) Not disturbing at all

c) Controllable and intense d) More disturbing

9. Which of the following constitutes Trigunas as per Ayurveda? [1]

a) Vata, pitta, kapha b) Sattva, rajas and tamas

c) Sattva, rajas, kapha d) Vatta, pitta, rajas

10. The special relationship between the client and the therapist is known as the ________. [1]

a) Interpersonal relationship b) Unconditional positive regard

c) Trust bond d) Therapeutic relationship

11. In 1957, Leon Festinger published his theory of [1]

a) Balance b) Cognitive Dissonance

c) Learning d) Attitude
12. Which component of attitude is emotional in nature? [1]

a) Cognitive b) Affective

c) Values d) Behavioural
13. Assertion (A): According to behaviorists, the structural unit of personality is the response. [1]
Reason (R): They focus on learning of cultural variations and connections and their reinforcements.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. In this type of group, the roles to be performed by members are stated in an explicit manner. [1]

a) Formal b) Primary

c) Secondary d) Informal
 Section B
15. Do you think extreme cohesiveness of a group is always in a group's interest? State your answer with a valid [2]
reason.
16. What do you mean by individual differences? [2]
OR
What do you mean by psychological assessment?
17. What is self-esteem? [2]
18. Explain the relationship between stress and the immune system. [2]
19. What is social facilitation? [2]
Section C
20. How dream interpretation is used in psycho-analysis to elicit the nature of intrapsychic conflict? [3]
21. What is the diathesis-stress model? [3]
22. What functions do dream serve according to Freud? [3]
OR
How would Horney’s explanation of depression be different from that of Alfred Adler?
23. When groups are formed, they pass through some developmental sequences or stages. Explain these stages with [3]
the help of an example.
Section D
24. How RET is different from Aaron Reek's Cognitive therapy? [4]
OR
A seven-year-old child is showing disruptive and aggressive behaviour in the class. What techniques can her/his
teachers use to help modify the child's behaviour? Discuss.
25. Abira integrates different experiences in an original way to suggest novel solutions. According to Sternberg, she [4]
is high on which type of intelligence?
26. What strategies can be used for handling prejudice and discrimination? [4]
27. What are the uses of aptitude tests? [4]
Section E
28. Anand wants to become a musician even though he belongs to a family of doctors. He wishes to fulfill his [6]
potential. Using Carl Rogers' terminology, describe this perspective as revealed by Anand's personality.
OR
Discuss Freud's psycho-analytic theory of personality.
29. Can a long-standing pattern of deviant behaviour be considered abnormal? Elaborate. [6]
OR
Identify the symptoms associated with depression and mania.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
According to Richard Lazarus's theory of stress appraisal, reappraisal is the stage of looking back at a choice to see how
things have turned out. During the reappraisal stage, the person learns from the decision. Lazarus was a pioneer in the
area of emotion, and his theory is often referred to as the Lazarus theory of emotion. According to appraisal theories of
emotion, thinking must occur first before experiencing emotion. Lazarus and Folkman identified appraisal as central to
the stress process. Their Transactional Model of Stress and Coping states that an event will likely fall into one of three
main categories:
 Irrelevant: It will have no impact on your well-being.
Benign-Positive: It will have a positive impact on your well-being.
Stressful: It will likely involve harm or loss and may challenge or threaten you.

30. How many stages of appraisals are there in this model? Name them. (1)
31. What is the difference between primary appraisal and secondary appraisal? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Raven's Progressive Matrices (RPM) is a multiple-choice test that measures abstract reasoning, spatial awareness,
and cognitive thinking. The test is administered as a nonverbal group test. The most common version of the test
consists of 60 questions.
The test is typically used to measure general human intelligence and is regarded as a non-verbal estimate of fluid
intelligence. It is one of the most common tests administered to both groups and individuals ranging from 5-year-olds to
the elderly.
The test was originally developed by Dr. John C. Raven in 1936. In each test item, the subject is asked to identify the
missing item that completes a pattern.
The test is considered a very effective and accurate tool for assessing cognitive thinking and intellectual capacity. A
larger number of correct answers than average indicates above-average intelligence, and vice versa.

32. Which type of test is represented in the picture? Is it an IQ test? (1)

33. What are the Raven's progressive matrices? What is the use of this test? (2)
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. The inability to stop thinking about a particular idea or topic is called _________. [1]

a) Impulsive behavior b) Obsessive behavior

c) Compulsive behavior d) Hyperactive behavior

2. Therapy introduced by Wolpe for treating phobias and irrational behaviour is __________. [1]

a) Systematic desensitisation b) Token economy

c) Modelling d) Positive reinforcement

3. Who among the following saw personality as composed of three major systems, the Id, the ego and the [1]
superego?

a) Erik Erikson b) Erik Fromm

c) Carl Jung d) Sigmund Freud

4. How many types of appraisals are there? [1]

a) 4 b) 2

c) 3 d) 1
5. Which one of the following is NOT a technique used in emotion-focused coping? [1]
 a) Exercising caution b) Escapism

c) Self-blame d) Seeking social support to vent feelings

6. Assertion (A): Primary appraisal refers to the perception of a new or changing environment as positive, neutral, [1]
or negative in its consequences.
Reason (R): Lazarus has distinguished between two types of appraisal.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. Psychoneuroimmunology is a branch of psychology that focuses on the links between _________. [1]

a) The brain and the immune system b) The mind, the brain and the body

c) The mind, the brain and the immune system d) The mind and the brain
8. When children face difficulty being in a room by themselves or going to school alone, it is called ________. [1]

a) Panic disorder b) SAD

c) Compulsive disorder d) Phobia

9. Trichotillomania is a compulsive behavior associated with ________. [1]

a) Skin picking b) Nose picking

c) Hair pulling d) Hoarding

10. Cognitive therapy for the treatment of depression is given by: [1]

a) Sigmund Freud b) Albert toss

c) Aaron beck d) Albert Ellis

11. Which three aspects have been referred to as the A-B-C components of attitude? [1]

a) Affective- Beliefs-Co-action b) Affective-Behavioural-Cognitive

c) Attribute-Behavioural-Cognitive d) Affective-Beliefs-Cognitive
12. The emotional component of attitude is also called______________ component. [1]

a) Affective b) Psycho-motor

c) Cognitive d) empirical
13. Assertion (A): Self-esteem is an understanding of what others think of you. [1]
Reason (R): Our capacity to view ourselves in terms of stable disposition permits us to combine separate self-
evaluation into the general psychological image of ourselves.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. Who suggested that the group formation process pass through five development sequences? [1]

a) Sherif and Asch b) Tuckman

c) Kelman d) Irving Janis

Section B
15. Do you think extreme cohesiveness of a group is always in a group's interest? State your answer with a valid [2]
reason.
16. What do you mean by individual differences? [2]
OR
What is an intelligence test?
17. What is an interview? Explain its limitations. [2]
18. Explain the relationship between stress and the immune system. [2]
19. What is the bandwagon effect? [2]
Section C
20. Explain the concepts of cognitive distortions and core schemas to develop an understanding of Aaron Beck's [3]
cognitive therapy.
21. Write the main features of abnormal behaviour. [3]
22. Define observation. Explain the limitations of observation as a method to evaluate personality. [3]
OR
What is self-esteem?
23. How can you reduce social loafing in groups? Think of any two incidents of social loafing in school. How did [3]
you overcome it?
Section D
24. Discuss the various techniques used in behaviour therapy to eliminate faulty behaviours. [4]
OR
Explain the key features of cognitive therapies as explained by Albert Ellis and Aaron Beck.
25. Elaborate the status of intelligence testing in India. [4]
26. Define attitude. Discuss the components of an attitude. [4]
27. What is creativity? [4]
Section E
28. Discuss various projective techniques to assess personality. [6]
OR
Evaluate psycho-analytical theory of personality critically.
29. Describe psychological models explaining abnormal behaviour. [6]
OR
Identify the symptoms associated with depression and mania.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
The Transactional Model of Stress and Coping, proposed by Lazarus and Folkman in 1984, states that a person's
capacity to cope with challenges and problems is a result of transactions (or interactions) that occur between a person
and their environment. The model states that effective coping with any stressful situation depends on the person's
cognitive appraisal of the stressful event and the subsequent type of behavioral coping strategy used. The model also
states that successful coping mechanisms depend on the emotional functions related to the problem.
Model of stress, appraisal, and coping.

30. I made a plan of action and followed it. Which concept is being highlighted? Explain it with more examples. (1)
31. What is task task-oriented strategy? How it works? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
An intelligence quotient (IQ) is a score derived from a set of standardized tests or subtests designed to assess human
intelligence. The abbreviation "IQ" was coined by the psychologist William Stern for the German term
Intelligenzquotient.
IQ is a measure of your ability to reason and solve problems. It reflects how well you did on a specific test compared to
other people of your age group. The average IQ on many tests is 100, and 68% of scores lie between 85 and 115.
IQ is traditionally derived by dividing an individual's mental age by his chronological age and multiplying the result by
100. For IQ to remain stable, MA must increase with CA over time. This is true until around 18 years when intellectual
abilities are usually fully developed.

32. How to calculate the IQ of a person? (1)

33. What will be the IQ of a 20-year-old individual with the mental age of 22? What is the IQ of a normal person? (2
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. Which type of a feeding disorder leads to an individual in having a distorted body image that leads him or her to [1]
see him or her as over weight?

a) Binge eating b) Bulimia nervosa

c) Anorexia nervosa d) Over eating

2. Which kind of therapies are completed in 10 to 15 sessions? [1]

a) Behavior b) Existential

c) Cognitive behaviour d) Psychodynamic

3. Type-A and Type-B personality are given by ________. [1]

a) Jung b) Sheldon

c) Hippocrates d) Friedman and Rosenman

4. Psychoneuroimmunology is a branch of psychology that focuses on the links between _________. [1]

a) The brain and the immune system b) The mind, the brain and the body

c) The mind, the brain and the immune system d) The mind and the brain
5. The stage of general adaptation syndrome marked by intense physiological efforts to adapt to the stressor is [1]
 called the:

a) Exhaustion b) Resistance

c) Reaction d) Alarm
6. Assertion (A): The state of physical, emotional, and psychological exhaustion is called burnout. [1]
Reason (R): Compassion fatigue and burnout are interchangeable terms that describe the stress of crisis
responders.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. Problem-focused and emotion-focused coping responses are given by ________. [1]

a) Parker and Endler b) Lazarus and Folkman

c) Selye d) Lazarus
8. People who remain motionless or silent for long stretches of time suffer from _________. [1]

a) Catatonic stupor b) Catatonic posturing

c) Catatonic rigidity d) Avolition

9. When children face difficulty being in a room by themselves or going to school alone, it is called ________. [1]

a) Panic disorder b) SAD

c) Compulsive disorder d) Phobia

10. ________ are those factors which lead to the persistence of the faulty behaviour. [1]

a) Psychological factors b) Maintaining factors

c) Antecedent operations d) Establishing operations

11. During the COVID-19 pandemic, our society has witnessed many deplorable instances of discrimination, with [1]
prejudice. If you devise a plan to handle prejudice, it will include ________.

a) Minimising opportunities for learning b) All of these

prejudices

c) De-emphasising a narrow social identity d) Changing such attitudes

based on the in-group
12. The cognitive component of attitudes which form the ground on which they stand is ______ [1]

a) Values b) Stereotype

c) Beliefs d) Prejudice
13. Assertion (A): Horney's major contribution lies in her challenge to Adler's treatment of women as inferior. [1]
Reason (R): According to her, each sex has attributes to be admired by the other and neither sex can be viewed
as superior or inferior.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. Which type of group is a family, caste and religion? [1]

a) Formal b) Primary

c) Ingroup d) Secondary
Section B
15. What is a mob? [2]
16. What is intelligence? [2]
OR
How Sternberg’s Concept of Intelligence is different from other concepts?
17. How Oedipus and Electra complex are different? [2]
18. Latika worked for a multinational company. She was shifting houses due to frequent transfers. During this time, [2]
she also lost her father to a major heart ailment. This caused a lot of stress. Explain this particular source of
stress that Latika faced.
19. What is the bandwagon effect? [2]
Section C
20. Akram’s therapist encourages him to seek personal growth and actualize his potential. Explain any two therapies [3]
based on this principle.
21. What are the ways of preventing suicide? [3]
22. Define observation. Explain the limitations of observation as a method to evaluate personality. [3]
OR
How does Erich Fromm differ from Freud’s approach to personality?
23. What is a group? Explain why do people join groups. [3]
Section D
24. How existential and humanistic therapies are different from psychodynamic and behaviour therapies? [4]
OR
Discuss the main features of Humanistic-existential therapies.
25. How psychometric approach of intelligence is different from information processing approach? [4]
26. What are attitudes? Explain the factors that influence the formation of an attitude. [4]
27. What are the uses of aptitude tests? [4]
Section E
28. Discuss various projective techniques to assess personality. [6]
OR
Discuss the main observational methods used in personality assessment. What problems do we face in using these
methods?
29. What are the consequences of alcohol substance addiction? [6]
OR
Describe psychological models explaining abnormal behaviour.
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Stress is a normal reaction the body has when changes occur, resulting in physical, emotional, and intellectual
responses. Stress management training can help you deal with things in a healthier manner. The body’s autonomic
nervous system controls your heart rate, breathing, vision changes, and more. Its built-in stress response, the “fight-or-
flight response,” helps the body face stressful situations. When a person has long-term (chronic) stress, continued
activation of the stress response causes wear and tear on the body. Physical, emotional, and behavioral symptoms
develop. Some physical symptoms are pains, aches, high blood pressure; emotional and mental symptoms are anxiety,
panic attacks; behavioral symptoms are smoking, gambling, drinking, and many more. There are three major types of
stress which are physical and environmental, psychological, and social. All these types of stress are interrelated.
30. What is frustration? What are some causes of frustration among students? (1)
31. What are the physical symptoms of stress? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Intelligence is one of the most talked-about subjects in psychology, there is no standard definition of what exactly
constitutes intelligence. Some researchers have suggested that intelligence is a single, general ability. Others believe
that intelligence encompasses a range of aptitudes, skills, and talents. Intelligence has been a controversial topic
throughout psychology's history. Despite the substantial interest in the subject, there is still considerable disagreement
about what components make up intelligence. In addition to questions of exactly how to define intelligence, the debate
continues today about whether accurate measurements are even possible. At various points throughout recent history,
researchers have proposed some different definitions of intelligence. While these definitions can vary considerably
from one theorist to the next, current conceptualizations tend to suggest that intelligence is the ability to learn from
experience, recognize problems, and solve problems. Intelligence is the global capacity to understand the world, think
rationally, and use available resources effectively when faced with challenges. There are many theories of intelligence
some of which are: Uni factor theory, two-factor theory, theory of primary mental abilities, hierarchical model of
intelligence, structure of intellect model, theory of multiple intelligence, triarchic theory of intelligence, and PASS
model of intelligence.
32. What are the different dimensions of the structure of the intellect model? (1)
33. Which approach considers intelligence as an aggregate of abilities? explain it in detail. (2)
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PSYCHOLOGY

Time allowed: 3 hours Maximum Marks: 70

General Instructions:
1. All questions are compulsory except where internal choice has been given.

2. Question Nos. 1-14 in Section A carry 1 mark each. You are expected to answer them as directed.

3. Question Nos. 15-19 in Section B are very short answer type-I questions carrying 2 marks each. The answer to

each question should not exceed 30 words.

4. Question Nos. 20-23 in Section C are short answer type-II questions carrying 3 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 60 words.

5. Question Nos. 24 - 27 in Section D are long answer type-I questions carrying 4 marks each. The answer to each
question should not exceed 120 words.

6. Question Nos. 28-29 in Section E are long answer type-II questions carrying 6 marks each. The answer to each

question should not exceed 200 words.

7. Question Nos. 30–33 in Section F are based on two cases given. The answer to each onemark question should not

exceed 20 words. The answer to each two-mark question should not exceed 30 words.

Section A
1. What is the term used when people develop a fear of entering unfamiliar situations? [1]

a) Panic disorder b) Anxiety

c) Social Anxiety Disorder d) Agoraphobia

2. Which kind of therapies are completed in 10 to 15 sessions? [1]

a) Behavior b) Existential

c) Cognitive behaviour d) Psychodynamic

3. What is referred to as the structural unit of personality? [1]

a) Anxiety b) Stimulus

c) Response d) Social beings

4. The state of physical, emotional and psychological exhaustion is known as _______. [1]

a) Burnout b) Weakness

c) Hopelessness d) Irritability
5. Agents causing physical illness are called ________. [1]

a) Leucocytes b) B cells
 c) Pathogens d) T cells
6. Assertion (A): Stress can affect natural killer cell cytotoxicity which is of major importance in the defense [1]
against various infections and cancer.
Reason (R): Natural killer cells are involved in the fight against both viruses and tumors.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

7. General adaptation syndrome is given by ________. [1]

a) Parker b) Selye

c) Endler d) Lazarus
8. Alogia is a term used for ______. [1]

a) No emotions at all b) All of these

c) Poverty of speech d) Less anger

9. ICD-10 Classification of Behavioural and Mental Disorders is prepared by. _____. [1]

a) APS b) WHO

c) APA d) British Psychological Association

10. It refers to the practice of focusing attention on the breath or an object or thought or Mantra. [1]

a) SKY b) Meditation

c) Yoga d) Vipasana
11. The cognitive component of attitudes which form the ground on which they stand is ______ [1]

a) Values b) Stereotype

c) Beliefs d) Prejudice
12. State in which a person feels he has lost something valuable and is not getting what he deserves in known as [1]

a) Deprivation b) Disadvantage

c) Discrimination d) Poverty
13. Assertion (A): The trait approach focuses on the specific psychological attributes along which individuals tend [1]
to differ in consistent and stable ways.
Reason (R): Personality typologies are usually very appealing but are too simplistic.

a) Both A and R are true and R is the correct b) Both A and R are true but R is not the
explanation of A. correct explanation of A.

c) A is true but R is false. d) A is false but R is true.

14. Which type of group is a family, caste and religion? [1]

a) Formal b) Primary

c) Ingroup d) Secondary
Section B
15. What is cohesiveness? [2]
16. If you form a committee to plan for the annual day in your school, you will see how everyone goes ahead. Give [2]
everyone full autonomy to do all the planning. Other members of the class also observe each other as they
function. Enlist the stages that you feel are likely to emerge.
OR
If we look around in our environment, we find that success is not associated with marks at school. There are many
other types of intelligences. How will Gardner's theory of intelligences explain this? Describe his theory of multiple
intelligences.
17. What functions do dream serve according to Freud? [2]
18. Tahir is unable to decide whether to study dance or music as he likes both. Is he frustrated or facing a conflict? [2]
Explain very briefly.
19. What is a group? [2]
Section C
20. How dream interpretation is used in psycho-analysis to elicit the nature of intrapsychic conflict? [3]
21. State symptoms of Depersonalisation. [3]
22. How would Horney’s explanation of depression be different from that of Alfred Adler? [3]
OR
How does Erich Fromm differ from Freud’s approach to personality?
23. How can you reduce social loafing in groups? Think of any two incidents of social loafing in school. How did [3]
you overcome it?
Section D
24. Discuss the various techniques used in behaviour therapy to eliminate faulty behaviours. [4]
OR
What is self-actualisation?
25. Discuss uses and abuses of intelligence test. [4]
26. What are attitudes? Explain the factors that influence the formation of an attitude. [4]
27. How psychometric approach of intelligence is different from information processing approach? [4]
Section E
28. How does Freud explain the structure of personality? [6]
OR
What are the broad dimensions of personality proposed by H. J. Eysenck?
29. Describe psychological models explaining abnormal behaviour. [6]
OR
Physicians make the diagnosis of looking at a person’s physical symptoms. How are psychological disorders
diagnosed?
Section F
Question No. 30 to 31 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Some pressure and stress can provide healthy stimulation and help us feel motivated and energized to get things done.
However, too much pressure can lead to anxiety and unhealthy personality changes. In other words, if you draw stress
as a normal “bell-shaped” distribution curve (as shown in the stress diagram below), there is a healthy segment in the
middle of the curve and unhealthy segments at the two tail ends of the curve — too little pressure and too much
pressure can both be problematic.
30. Mention any two factors that put us under stress. (1)
31. What do we call the level of stress that is good for us? Why it is considered positive stress? (2)
Question No. 32 to 33 are based on the given text. Read the text carefully and answer the questions: [3]
Intelligence has been defined in many ways: higher-level abilities (such as abstract reasoning, mental representation,
problem-solving, and decision making), the ability to learn, emotional knowledge, creativity, and adaptation to meet the
demands of the environment effectively. Psychologist Robert Sternberg defined intelligence as "the mental abilities
necessary for adaptation to, as well as shaping and selection of, any environmental context. Some researchers argue that
intelligence is a general ability, whereas others make the assertion that intelligence comprises specific skills and talents.
Psychologists contend that intelligence is genetic or inherited, and others claim that it is largely influenced by the
surrounding environment. As a result, psychologists have developed several contrasting theories of intelligence as well
as individual tests that attempt to measure this very concept. Different researchers have proposed a variety of theories to
explain the nature of intelligence. Here are some of the major theories of intelligence that have emerged during the last
100 years. uni factor theory, two-factor theory, multi-factor theory, triarchic theory of intelligence, hierarchical model of
intelligence, the structure of intellect model are some of the major theories contributed to the field of psychology.
32. What is the General Factor? (1)
33. Name the theory that assumes intelligence as one similar set of abilities is called. Explain it. (2)
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