BPCS-188 · December 2023 · English
IGNOU BPCS-188 December 2023 Previous Year Question Paper
APPLICATION OF SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY
Structured previous year question paper for BPCS-188, December 2023 session.
Max marks: 50 · Questions: 8 · Sections: 2
Verified: 22 Aug 2026
BACHELOR’S DEGREE PROGRAMME
Term-End Examination
December, 2023
BPCS–188 : APPLICATION OF SOCIAL
PSYCHOLOGY
Time : 2 Hours Maximum Marks : 50
Note : Attempt any five of the following questions.
Answer at least two questions from each
Section. All questions carries equal marks.
The world limit for each answer is about
300 words.
Section—A
Q1.Discuss the different research methods used in applied social psychology research.
Q2.Discuss the cognitive dissonance theory.
Q3.Define attitude. Explain structure, types and functions of attitude. 3+7 [ 2 ]
Q4.Write short notes on the following in about 150 words each :
(a) Distinction between basic and ap plied social psychology 5
(b) Roles of applied social psychology
Section–B
Q5.Define intervention. Elucidate the different types and steps of intervention.
Q6.Discuss the social problems with reference to India.
Q7.Describe the treatment and prev ention of mental health problems.
Q8.Write short notes on the following in about 150 words each :
(a) Differentiate between attitude, opinion and belief 5
(b) Inter and intrapersonal processes 5 [ 3 ] BPCS–188 2023 -188 [ 4 ]