List of top Psychology Questions asked in CBSE Class Twelve Board Exam

What do you understand by the term ‘dissociation'? Explain its various forms.

Enumerate the structure of personality with respect to Freud's theory of personality.

What are the common features of neurodevelopmental disorders? Describe any three neurodevelopmental disorders.

Discuss the interview and observation methods used in behavioral analysis. Describe the problems we face in using these methods.

Madan joined the ‘Teach an Adult' group. He could fulfil his desire to help the adults who had no opportunity to study. Because of his participation in the group, he was perceived to be generous and important. Why do you think Madan joined this group?

Sakshi is a member of the school basketball team. Santosh is a member of a group of teachers that help with co-curricular activities in the school. State the key differences between Sakshi's team and Santosh's group.

Is separation anxiety disorder classified under neurodevelopmental disorders? Give reasons for your answer by enumerating the symptoms of separation anxiety disorder.

Can a long-standing pattern of deviant behaviour be considered abnormal? Elaborate and state an example of the same.

Wasim has a phobia of lizards. What causes will a behaviour therapist assign to Wasim's phobia?

Mukesh is preparing for an entrance examination and is anxious. He has a persistent irrational thought that he would not succeed. Explain the therapy that can help him understand and overcome his anxiety.

Hina's therapist at the rehabilitation center administers ............ to improve the basic functions of her attention and memory. 
 

The characteristics of the existing attitude (towards women's right to vote) influence the attitude change. To what extent could these have helped Sophia bring about the change in attitude towards women's right to vote?
‘Her causes were the struggle for Indian independence, the welfare of Indian soldiers in the First World War — and, above all, the fight for female suffrage.' All of these attitudes were present within a broader attitude, i.e., the attitude against injustice and inequality. Explain the feature specified here.
Suman and her mother were exposed to prolonged stress as the fire spread. How does the General Adaptation Syndrome model explain Suman and her mother's condition?
Referring to the General Adaptation Syndrome (GAS) model, what immediate impact does the fire (noxious stimulus) have on Suman’s mother?
Explain any four techniques used in behavior therapy.
A psychologist used projective techniques to assess Rupa's personality. What are the chief features and benefits of using these tests for her, when compared to the direct methods?
Vimal is brought up in a society which is technologically advanced. Explain the intelligence that is adopted by him. Is it likely to be tuned by the cultural factors? Give reasons for your answer.
Mohit understands the motives, feelings and behaviours of other people and can develop a comfortable relationship with them. He also likes to travel as he recognises the beauty of different species of flora and fauna. Identify the types of intelligence that Mohit possesses in accordance with Gardner's theory. From the information provided about Mohit, explain any two other types of intelligence that Mohit may not be possessing.
Describe any three life skills that can help a person meet life's challenges.
In India, Mallick and Joshi have developed the Jodhpur Multiphasic Personality Inventory (JMPI). Which test has it been adapted from? Explain its most important use.
Mridul feels very happy to join a group of people in his neighbourhood to start a tree plantation campaign. Explain any two components of his attitude towards a ‘green environment’.
The therapy which considers a person as a whole entity consisting of body, mind and emotions, also explains the alleviation of the client's problems. Identify the therapy and state any two key features of this therapy.
Explain the term ‘assessment'.
The stage in which there is conflict among members about how the target of the group is to be achieved is called the ............ stage.