MSW 003 BASIC SOCIAL SCIENCE CONCEPTS June 2014 Question Paper

 

MSW 003 BASIC SOCIAL SCIENCE CONCEPTS

June 2014 Question Paper

Time : 3 hours Maximum Marks : 100

Note : (i) Answer all the five questions. (ii) All questions carry equal marks. (iii) Answer to questions 1 and 2 should not exceed 600 words each.

1. Define culture. Discuss the dimensions and characteristics of culture.

OR

Critically examine the theories of personality development.

2. Define group. Explain the features of group and various forms of group processes.

OR

What is family life cycle ? Elucidate the salient features of Expansion stage and scope of social work intervention in this stage.

3. Answer any two of the following in about 300 words each :

(a) Define social change. Explain the theories of social change as given by Dube.

(b) Briefly highlight the types of defence mechanisms and their relevance in social work practice.

(c) What do you mean by social control ? 10 Discuss the various agencies of social control.

(d) Explain the main factors that influence the caste system in modern India.

G4. Answer any four of the following questions in about 150 words each :

5. (a) Define social institution. What are the main functions of social institutions ?

(b) What are the five ways of modernization ?

(c) Briefly highlight the various theories related to formation of prejudice.

(d) Explain the term community and list out the types of community.

(e) How does divorce or separation hamper smooth functioning of the family ?

(f) Discuss the concept and causes of bullying. Write short notes on any five of the following in about 100 words each :

(a) Public administration and social work

(b) Difference between caste and class systems

(c) Foucault on punishment and control

(d) Cognitive learning

(e) Family therapy

(f) Drug and alcohol abuse

(g) Puberty

(h) Ageing

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