Question

Mitali dominates and bullies others without any provocation. Thus, she exhibits which of the following type of aggression?

• A. Verbal aggression
• B. Physical aggression
• C. Hostile aggression
• D. Proactive aggression

Hint:

To solve such questions always understand the difference between proactive aggression and hostile aggression, which is crucial for analyzing the intent behind violent behaviour.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Proactive Aggression: Proactive aggression is characterized by actions taken with a deliberate intention to harm others, without any prior provocation. The given scenario depicts this.
Verbal Aggression: Verbal aggression includes using words to harm someone. It can be used in proactive as well as hostile aggression.
Physical Aggression: Physical aggression is characterized by physical actions like hitting, slapping, etc., with the intent to harm someone. This is not stated in the given scenario.
Hostile Aggression: Hostile aggression is impulsive, primarily driven by anger, and is a response to perceived threats, or frustration. The given scenario does not state any such thing.