BPCC-106 · December 2023 · English

IGNOU BPCC-106 December 2023 Previous Year Question Paper

DEVELOPMENT OF PSYCHOLOGICAL THOUGHT

Structured previous year question paper for BPCC-106, December 2023 session.

Max marks: 50 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2

Verified: 22 Aug 2026

BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS.)

PSYCHOLOGY (BAPCH)

Term-End Examination

December, 2023

BPCC-106 : DEVELOPMENT OF

PSYCHOLOGICAL THOUGHT

Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50

Note : Attempt any five questions, selecting at least

two questions from each Section. Answer

each question in about 300 words. All

questions carry equal marks.

Section—I

Q1.Discuss the contribution and criticism of functionalism.

Q2.Critically evaluate psychoanalysis and discuss its overall impact. 10 [ 2 ]

Q3.Explain the antecedents of third -force movement. Give a comparative account of humanistic and existential psychology.

Q4.Write short notes on the following in about 150 words each : 5+5

(a) Vector Psychology

(b) Criticism of Gestalt Psychology

Section—II

Q5.Discuss the contribution of feminist movement in psychology.

Q6.Elucidate free will determinism debate in psychology.

Q7.Discuss the main ideas covered in positive psychology.

Q8.Discuss the philosophical context and historical perspectives in the development of psychology. 10 2023 -106 &II