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

Total Questions: 100

51. Which is the type of Modern Organization Theory?

Correct Answer: 3. Behavioural Theory
Solution:

Behavioural Theory is a type of Modern Organization Theory that focuses on understanding human behaviour in organizations.

  • It emerged in response to limitations of classical theories like Scientific Management and Bureaucratic Theory.
  • It emphasizes motivation, leadership, communication, group dynamics, and employee satisfaction.
  • Thinkers like Herbert Simon, Douglas McGregor (Theory X and Y), and Chris Argyris contributed significantly.
    Thus, the correct answer is 3: Behavioural Theory.

52. Arrange the following steps in social action process.

A. Development of suitable organization
B. Formulating and Projecting the goals
C. Development of consensus
D. Developing awareness among people
E. Actual action
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

The correct sequence of steps in the Social Action Process is:
D. Developing awareness among people: The initial step involves sensitizing the public about issues affecting them.

A. Development of suitable organization: Once awareness is created, a structure or organization is formed for collective action.

B. Formulating and Projecting the goals: Clearly defined and shared goals are then established.

C. Development of consensus: Building agreement and unity among stakeholders to move forward.

E. Actual action: Finally, collective or strategic action is undertaken to achieve social change.
Thus, the correct order is 3: D, A, B, C, Е.

53. Which are considered as communicable diseases?

A. Tuberculosis
B. HIV (AIDS)
C. Cancer
D. Leprosy
E. Diabetes
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: 4. A, B and D only
Solution:

Communicable diseases are those that spread from person to person through infectious agents.
A. Tuberculosis (TB): Caused by Mycobacterium tuberculosis, transmitted through air.
B. HIV/AIDS: Spread through bodily fluids; a major communicable disease.
D. Leprosy: Caused by Mycobacterium leprae, also an infectious condition.
C. Cancer and E. Diabetes are non-communicable diseases, not caused by infection. Thus, the correct answer is 4: A, B and D only.

54. Following are the steps in testing of hypotheses. Arrange them in proper order.

A. Specify the significance level
B. Choose the stastical test
C. Compute the stastical test
D. Formulate the Null Hypothesis
E. Reject/Accept the Null Hypothesis
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

The correct order of steps in hypothesis testing is:
D. Formulate the Null Hypothesis: Begin by stating a hypothesis that there is no effect or difference.
B. Choose the statistical test: Select a test appropriate to your data type and research question.
A. Specify the significance level: Commonly set at 0.05, which defines the rejection criteria.
C. Compute the statistical test: Perform calculations based on the selected test.
E. Reject/Accept the Null Hypothesis: Based on the results, conclude whether the null hypothesis is accepted or rejected. Thus, the correct order is 3: D, B, A, C, Е.

55. Abduction of death penalty is an optional protocol of:

Correct Answer: 2. International Covenant or Civil and Political Rights
Solution:

The Optional Protocol aiming at the abolition of the death penalty is linked to the:
International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights (ICCPR).
The Second Optional Protocol to the ICCPR, adopted in 1989, specifically commits signatories to abolish the death penalty.
It is an instrument of international human rights law encouraging global elimination of capital punishment.
Thus, the correct answer is 2: International Covenant on Civil and Political Rights.

56. Forming a group of elderly is comparatively easier as the elders are:

A. Keen to participate meaningfully in group activities.
B. Participating group activity that gives them sense of purpose
C. Looking for place to meet other people.
D. Available and have more time on their hand
E. Experienced and expert in social relations.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: 3. A, B, C and D
Solution:

Forming a group of elderly is comparatively easier due to the following reasons:
A. Keen to participate meaningfully in group activities: Elderly individuals often seek purpose and mental stimulation, making them more open to social engagement.

B. Participating group activity that gives them sense of purpose: Group settings provide a structured and meaningful outlet, improving emotional well-being.

C. Looking for place to meet other people: Elders often face social isolation; group formation fulfills their need for connection and companionship.

D. Available and have more time on their hand: Most elderly are retired, offering more flexibility in terms of time to engage in regular group activities.

E (Experienced and expert in social relations) may be true but is not a direct reason why forming groups is easier.
Hence, the correct answer is 3: A, B, C and D.

57. The school of social work at Indira Gandhi National Open University through distance learning programme was established on:

Correct Answer: 1. August 16, 2007
Solution:

The School of Social Work at Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU) was established on August 16, 2007.

  • It was created to promote professional education in social work via distance learning mode, expanding access to marginalized and rural populations.
  • The school offers Bachelor's, Master's, PG Diploma, and Certificate programs tailored to the needs of field-level workers and learners across the country. Thus, the correct answer is 1: August 16, 2007.

58. Which of the following countries abstained from voting while adopting the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, 1948?

Correct Answer: 4. South Africa
Solution:

When the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) was adopted by the UN General Assembly on December 10, 1948, South Africa abstained from voting.

  • South Africa abstained due to its racial policies and apartheid regime, which conflicted with the universal principles of equality and non-discrimination enshrined in the UDHR.
  • A total of 8 countries abstained, including the Soviet Union, Saudi Arabia, and South Africa, while 48 voted in favour. Thus, the correct answer is 4: South Africa.

59. The process whereby a researcher provides the people on whom he or she has conducted research with an account of his or her finding is called as:

Correct Answer: 3. Respondent validation
Solution:

Respondent validation, also called member checking, is a process where the researcher shares the findings with the research participants to:

  • Verify accuracy of interpretation,
  • Check credibility of data analysis, and
  • Ensure ethical responsibility in representing
    participants' views.

It enhances trustworthiness and validity of qualitative research.
Thus, the correct answer is 3: Respondent validation.

60. What does not constitute a feature of social development?

Correct Answer: 4. Equal opportunities for all
Solution:

While "equal opportunities for all" is a desired outcome of social development, it is not a structural feature of the process of social development.

  • Social development emphasizes the integration of social and economic policy (Option 1),
  • Embraces welfare pluralism (Option 2), i.e., collaboration among state, market, and civil society,
  • Recognizes the multi-dimensional conception of well-being (Option 3), including health, education, dignity, and participation. Equal opportunity is a goal, not a feature or mechanism of the process itself.
    Thus, the correct answer is 4: Equal opportunities for all.