WBCS(Main)-2006 Psychology Paper II Question Paper

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                                                W.B.C'S. EXAMINATION - 2006

                                                       Psychology Paper - II

 

Time Allowed - 3 Hours                                                                             Full Marks - 100

 

                                                               Group - A

                                                  (Answer any three questions)

 

1.  What are different methods of Pshchology ?   Describe and evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of the experimental method.    8+12

 

2.  What is retention ?   Discuss different theories of retention and cite experimental findings related to them.    4+16

 

3.  Define Intelligence. Critically discuss any one theory of intelligence.    8+12

 

4.  State the nature of attention.  Describe with suitable examples the objective and subjective determinate of attention.     8+12

 

5.  Write short notes (any two) :

    (a) Shift and fluctuation of attention,

    (b) Illusion and hallucination,

    (c) Gestalt principles of perceptual organization,

    (d) Causes of forgetting.

 

                                                                   Group - B

                                                        (Answer any two questions.)

 

6.  Write down the major symptoms of schizophrenia. Briefly discuss the psychosocial factors that may cause the disease.    8+12

 

7.  Illustrate the major characteristics of an organizational group.  How does it differ psychologically from informal group ?       6+14

 

8.  Explain with reference to Indian context, the psychosocial factors that are responsible for industrial conflicts. What are your suggestions for resolving such conflicts ?     14+6

 

9.  Explain the following :

    (a) Measurement of attitude,

    (b) A psychological programme for disadvantaged group in Indian set-up.

 

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