UGC NTA NET/JRF Exam, Social Work, January-2025

Total Questions: 100

31. Match the LIST-I with LIST-II.

List-I (Stages)	List-II (Task)
A. Oral (0-18 months)	I. Industry vs Inferiority
B. Anal (18 months to 3 years)	II. Initiative vs Guilt
C. Pre-School (3-5 years)	III. Autonomy vs Shame
D. Middle School (6-11 years)	IV. Trust vs Mistrust

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I
2. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
3. A-II, B-IV, C-III, D-I
4. A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II

Correct Answer: 1. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I

Solution:

Matching the stages with tasks based on Erik Erikson's Psychosocial Development Theory:

A. Oral stage (0-18 months) → IV. Trust vs Mistrust: Infants learn whether or not they can trust the world based on caregiver responses.

B. Anal stage (18 months-3 years) III. Autonomy vs Shame: Toddlers develoр personal control and independence; successful resolution results in autonomy.

C. Pre-School stage (3–5 years) → II. Initiative vs Guilt: Children begin asserting power and control through directing play and social interaction.

D. Middle School stage (6-11 years) → І. Industry vs Inferiority: Children develop pride in accomplishments and abilities; success leads to a sense of competence.
Thus, the correct matching is A-IV, B-III, С-II, D-I.

32. In 19th century, who among the social reformers was considered as pioneer of modern social work?

1. Iswar Chandra Vidyasagar
2. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
3. Jyotiba Phule
4. Swami Dayanant Saraswati

Correct Answer: 2. Raja Ram Mohan Roy

Solution:

Raja Ram Mohan Roy is considered a pioneer of modern social work in India during the 19th century. He founded the Brahmo Samaj in 1828, promoting modern education, social reforms, and the abolition of practices like Sati.

He worked for women's rights, education reform, religious tolerance, and freedom of press. His emphasis on social justice and human rights principles aligns him closely with the foundations of modern social work practice.

33. Growth and development depends on the combination of the factors which are:

A. Hereditary factors
B. Environmental factors
C. Structural factors
D. Happiness factors
E. Endocrine factors
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. А, В and E only
2. C, D and E only
3. А, C and D only
4. B, C and D only

Correct Answer: 1. А, В and E only

Solution:

Growth and development depend mainly on:
A. Hereditary factors: Genes and inherited characteristics influence physical and psychological traits.
B. Environmental factors: Nutrition, social interaction, learning, and physical surroundings impact development.
E. Endocrine factors: Hormones secreted by glands regulate growth patterns and emotional development.
Structural and happiness factors are not direct determinants in a biological and psychological growth context. Thus, the correct factors are A, B and E only.

34. Match the LIST-I with LIST-II.

List-I (Theory/Model)	List-II (Emphasis of Application)
A. Tasks Centered theory	I. Identifying internal/external resources
B. Strengths Perspective	II. Assessing transactions of person in environment
C. Problem Solving theory	III. Supporting goal accomplishment
D. Ecological Perspective	IV. Facilitating problem resolution

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. A-I, B-III, C-II, D-IV
2. A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
3. A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
4. A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II

Correct Answer: 3. A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II

Solution:

Matching the theory/model with its application emphasis:

A. Tasks Centered theory → III. Supporting goal accomplishment: Focuses on short-term interventions to achieve specific, measurable client goals.

B. Strengths Perspective →I. Identifying internal/external resources: Encourages finding and utilizing strengths rather than focusing on problems.

C. Problem Solving theory → IV. Facilitating problem resolution: Helps clients find solutions using structured problem-solving methods.

D. Ecological Perspective → II. Assessing transactions of person in environment: Studies interaction between individuals and their environments to address issues holistically.
Thus, the correct matching is A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II.

35. Arrange the stages of self-directed group work practice model.

A. Pre planning
B. Taking action
C. Taking off
D. Group preparation for action
E. Taking over
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. A, B, C, E, D
2. A, B, D, C, E
3. A, C, D, B, E
4. A, C, E, B, D

Correct Answer: 3. A, C, D, B, E

Solution:

The stages of Self-Directed Group Work Practice Model are arranged as:
A. Pre-planning: Initial groundwork like defining purpose, goals, and expectations.
C. Taking off: Group members begin to understand and engage with the group process.
D. Group preparation for action: Preparing the group for collective action through readiness and skills building.
B. Taking action: Group members implement plans and strategies to meet their objectives.
E. Taking over: Group members take full ownership, becoming independent from facilitators or external support.
Thus, the correct sequential order is A, C, D, B, E.

36. Who initiated the first training program for social group workers at the School of Applied Social Sciences, Ohio?

1. W.R. Bion
2. Melanic Klein
3. Octavia Hill
4. Grace Coyle

Correct Answer: 4. Grace Coyle

Solution:

Grace Coyle initiated the first training program for social group workers at the School of Applied Social Sciences, Ohio.

She was a pioneer in applying group work as a method of social work.
She emphasized the educational and social values of group processes for individual growth and social change.
Grace Coyle's works like "Group Experiences and Democratic Values" helped define group work as a formal method in social work practice.

37. Which of the Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) relates to maternal health?

1. SDG 1
2. SDG 3
3. SDG 8
4. SDG 5

Correct Answer: 2. SDG 3

Solution:

Sustainable Development Goal 3 (SDG 3) relates to maternal health.

The title of SDG 3 is "Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages".
One of its targets is specifically to reduce the global maternal mortality ratio to less than 70 per 100,000 live births by 2030.
It also covers reducing newborn and child mortality, strengthening health systems, and ensuring access to quality health care services.

38. All organization turn inputs into outputs regardless of their nature and style. This approach developed by John Woodward and Charles Perrow is known as:

1. Human Relation Approach
2. Institutional Approach
3. Technological Approach
4. Scientific Method Approach

Correct Answer: 3. Technological Approach

Solution:

The approach developed by John Woodward and Charles Perrow, stating that organizations turn inputs into outputs depending on their technologies, is called the Technological Approach.

According to this theory, technology (such as small batch production, mass production, or process production) dictates the structure and management practices of organizations.

Woodward categorized organizations based on the complexity of their production processes, and Perrow linked technology with task uncertainty and organizational structure.

39. Which are the characteristics of ratio level of measurement?

A. It is the highest level of measurement.
B. An equal distance between units will be found.
C. Variable is classified into several nominal sub-classes.
D. The zero point is absolute in ratio measurement.
E. Determine less than or greater than relationship between units.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. A and B only
2. А, В and C only
3. B, D, and E only
4. A and D only

Correct Answer: 4. A and D only

Solution:

A. It is the highest level of measurement: (Correct). The ratio scale is the highest level because it includes a true zero and allows for meaningful ratios.

D. The zero point is absolute in ratio measurement: (Correct). Ratio scales have an absolute zero point, meaning complete absence of the quantity (like 0 kg weight).

B. An equal distance between units will be found: (Incorrect). Equal intervals are a property of both interval and ratio scales; it is not exclusive to ratio scales.

C. Variable is classified into several nominal sub-classes: (Incorrect): This is a feature of nominal measurement, not ratio measurement.

E. Determine less than or greater than relationship between units: (Incorrect). This is a feature of ordinal measurement and is not unique to ratio scales.
Thus, the correct answer is 4: A and D only.

40. Match the LIST-I with LIST-II.

List-I (Global Index)	List-II (Agency)
A. Global Hunger Index	I. Transparency International
B. Global Innovation Index	II. Institute of Economic & Peace
C. Global Peace Index	III. World Intellectual Property Organisation
D. Corruption Perception Index	IV. Concern World Wide & Others

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

1. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
2. A-II, B-III, C-IV, D-I
3. A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II
4. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I

Correct Answer: 4. A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I

Solution:

Matching LIST-I and LIST-II:
A. Global Hunger Index → IV. Concern Worldwide & Welthungerhilfe: These organizations jointly release the Global Hunger Index annually to track hunger globally.

B. Global Innovation Index → III. World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO): WIPO collaborates with other partners to publish the Global Innovation Index.

C. Global Peace Index → II. Institute for Economics and Peace: This organization produces the Global Peace Index, ranking countries based on peacefulness.

D. Corruption Perception Index→I. Transparency International: Transparency International publishes the Corruption Perception Index ranking countries based on perceived public sector corruption.
Thus, the correct matching is A-IV, B-III, C-II, D-I.