BPCG-174 · June 2025 · English
IGNOU BPCG-174 June 2025 Previous Year Question Paper
PSYCHOLOGY AND MEDIA
Structured previous year question paper for BPCG-174, June 2025 session.
Max marks: 100 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2
Verified: 22 Aug 2026
BACHELOR'S DEGREE
PROGRAMME
(BDP)
Term-End Examination
June, 2025
BPCG-174 : PSYCHOLOGY AND MEDIA
Time : 3 Hours Maximum Marks : 100
Note: Answer any five questions, selecting at
least two questions from each Section. All
questions carry equal marks. Answer
each question in about 400 words.
Section-I
Q1.Discuss the influence of media and social media on human cognition and behaviour, citing research evidence. Highlight theories explaining media influence.
Q2.Delineate the factors affecting parasocial relationships and highlight the positive and negative impact of parasocial relationships.
Q3.Discuss the relationship between media and culture, giving suitable examples.
Q4.Write short notes on the following in about 200 words each : 10+10
(a) Ethical issues in Media Psychology Research
(b) Roles of a media psychologist
Section-II
Q5.Explain media's role in body image issues and eating behaviour, highlighting social comparison theory.
Q6.Explain stereotypes in media. Discuss the role of media in reinforcing gender stereo- types.
Q7.Discuss the negative influence of media on human development.
Q8.What is OMA framework ? Explain the use of audio-visual aids in education sector, giving suitable examples.