BGDG-172 · June 2025 · English
IGNOU BGDG-172 June 2025 Previous Year Question Paper
GENDER SENSITIZATION : SOCIETY AND CULTURE
Structured previous year question paper for BGDG-172, June 2025 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 9
Verified: 10 Aug 2026
BACHELOR OF ARTS (CBCS)
[BA(CBCS)]
Term-End Examination
June, 2025
[General Elective (GE)]
BGDG-172 : GENDER SENSITIZATION :
SOCIETY AND CULTURE
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note : Attempt any five questions. All questions
carry equal marks. Answer each question
in about 500-600 words.
Q1.Define Masculinity and _ discuss 108 relationship with patriarchy and violence against women.
Q2.“Gender is socially constructed.” Discuss this statement with suitable examples.
Q3.What impact do stereotypical gender roles have on motherhood practices in India ?
Q4.Discuss with the help of suitable examples from day to day life.
Q5.Discuss the existing gender gaps in labour force participation and economy.
Q6.Explain various indicators of reproductive health and its implications on women’s health.
Q7.What are the causes and forms of sexual harassment at workplace ? Explain.
Q8.How is language related to gender ? Discuss.
Q9.Write short notes on any four of the following : 4x5=20
(a) Gender and Electronic Media
(b) Acid Attacks
(c) Decent Work
(d) Rural and Migrant Mothers
(e) Sexual Hierarchy