BPCS-186 · December 2023 · English
IGNOU BPCS-186 December 2023 Previous Year Question Paper
MANAGING STRESS
Structured previous year question paper for BPCS-186, December 2023 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2
Verified: 24 Aug 2026
B. A. (GENERAL) (BAG)
Term-End Examination
December, 2023
BPCS–186 : MANAGING STRESS
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50
Note : Answer any five questions, selecting at least
two questions from each Section. All
questions carry equal marks. Answer each
question in around 300 words.
Section—I
Q1.Explain various sources of stress with suitable examples.
Q2.Describe the models of stress.
Q3.Write short notes on the following in about
(a) Types and symptoms of stress
(b) Learned helplessness/learned pessimism
Q4.Describe the effect of stress on health. 10 [ 2 ]
Section—II
Q5.Define coping and describe various coping styles.
Q6.Explain meditation as a technique of stress management.
Q7.Write short notes on the following in about
(a) Biofeedback
(b) Self-awareness
Q8.Explain time management with a focus on time management matrix. 10 [ 3 ] BPCS–186 2023 -186 [ 4 ]