BPCG-174 · December 2024 · English
IGNOU BPCG-174 December 2024 Previous Year Question Paper
PSYCHOLOGY AND MEDIA
Structured previous year question paper for BPCG-174, December 2024 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2
Verified: 22 Aug 2026
BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMME
(BDP)
Term-End Examination
December, 2024
BPCG-174 : PSYCHOLOGY AND MEDIA
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note :
(i) Answer any five questions from the
following, in about 400 words each,
selecting at least two from each Section.
(ii) All questions carry equal marks.
Section—I
Q1.Explain the concept of social media. Discuss the influence of media and social media on human cognition and behaviour.
Q2.Explain the different perspectives in social construction of reality.
Q3.Differentiate between health education and health communication. Discuss the media’s role in destigmatization, citing appropriate examples.
Q4.Write short notes on the following in about 200 words each :
(a) Research methods used in media psychology 10
(b) Ethical issues in media psychology research
Section—II
Q5.Explain the nature of cyber crime and suggest strategies to minimize it.
Q6.Define stereotypes. Discuss the role of media in propagating gender stereotypes.
Q7.Discuss the negative impact of media on human development.
Q8.Elaborate on the role of media in education in the Indian context. 20 asl