BPCE-142 · June 2025 · English
IGNOU BPCE-142 June 2025 Previous Year Question Paper
FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
Structured previous year question paper for BPCE-142, June 2025 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 10 · Sections: 2
Verified: 22 Aug 2026
BACHELOR OF ARTS (HONOURS)
PSYCHOLOGY
(BAPCH)
Term-End Examination
June, 2025
BPCE-142 : FORENSIC PSYCHOLOGY
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: Attempt any five questions in about
400 words each, selecting at least two
questions from each Section. All questions
carry equal marks.
Section-A
Q1.Describe the nature and scope of Forensic Psychology.
Q2.Define Psychological Assessment. Describe personality testing in the context of Forensic Psychology.
Q3.Write short notes on the following in about 200 words each : 10+10
(a) Role and functions of a criminal psychologist
(b) Theories of intelligence and criminal behaviour
Q4.Explain the concept and the various types of crime. Discuss psychological autopsy as a tool in a criminal investigation.
Section-B
Q5.Describe the types of truth and deception.
Q6.Explain the methods to detect deception.
Q7.Describe the tools and methods in eyewitness assessment.
Q8.Describe the role of a forensic psychologist in the context of child sexual abuse. How can psychological tests be used in child custody cases ?
Q9.Describe the various types of homicides.
Q10.Explain the psychodiagnostics of homicides among youth and adults.