BPCE-142 · December 2024 · English
IGNOU BPCE-142 December 2024 Previous Year Question Paper
FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
Structured previous year question paper for BPCE-142, December 2024 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 9 · Sections: 2
Verified: 22 Aug 2026
BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONS.)
PSYCHOLOGY
(BAPCH)
Term-End Examination
December, 2024
BPCE-142 : FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note :
(i) Answer any five questions.
(ii) Answer at least two questions from each
Section.
(iii) All questions carry equal marks.
(iv) Answer each question in about
400 words each.
Section—A
Q1.Describe the tests and techniques used for forensic evaluation. Delineate the components of Mental Status Examination (MSE).
Q2.Differentiate between Investigative Psychology and Criminal Psychology. Describe any psychological theory of criminal behaviour.
Q3.Write short notes on the following in about 200 words each : 10+10
(a) Criminal Profiling
(b) Forensic psychologist as an expert witness
Q4.Define crime and describe the role of a forensic psychologist in crime investigation.
Section—B
Q5.Write short notes on the following in about 200 words each : 10+10
(a) Police and Special population
(b) Types of Truth and Deception
Q6.Explain witness protection and describe procedure related to witness protection.
Q7.What is juvenile delinquency ? Describe the risk factors contributing to juvenile delinquency.
Q8.Elucidate homicides and heinous crimes.
Q9.Describe the psychodiagnostics of homicides among youth and adults.