BPCC-105 · December 2025 · English
IGNOU BPCC-105 December 2025 Previous Year Question Paper
PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH
Structured previous year question paper for BPCC-105, December 2025 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2
Verified: 22 Aug 2026
B. A. (HONOURS) PSYCHOLOGY
(BAPCH)
Term-End Examination
December, 2025
BPCC-105 : PSYCHOLOGICAL RESEARCH
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50
Note:
(i) Attempt any five questions in about
300 words each.
(ii) Attempt at least two questions from
each Section.
(iii) All questions carry equal marks.
Section—A
Q1.Describe the characteristics of psychological research. Explain the steps involved in research process. 4+6 8-1266187८८-105 2.1. 0.
Q2.Describe the characteristics of quantitative research design. Differentiate between laboratory experiment, field experiment, and field study.
Q3.Describe the sources, types and errors of hypothesis.
Q4.Write short notes on the following in about
(a) Difference between qualitative and quantitative research methods
(b) Preparing a research proposal
Section—B
Q5.Elaborate upon the techniques used in sampling.
Q6.Describe the various qualitative methods of data collection.
Q7.Discuss the concept and types of reliability and validity.
Q8.Write short notes on the following in about
(a) Sample size
(b) Control groups and placebos