UGC NTA NET/JRF Exam, Social Work, June-2023

Total Questions: 100

91. (Qs. No. 91 to 95): Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:

Social development is a wider concept and inclusive of economic development. It does not exclusively concern with the planning of the social services but also focuses on economic growth.

Its focus has to be on providing integration, consensus shared value patterns among different cultural groups and building up solidarity of the nation against any foreign threat.

A social development perspective does not mean that economic development comes first and is followed by steps to ensure distributive justice. It involves planning for simultaneous development on many different areas.

The challenge of social development is not so much a problem of mobilizing money resources but rather a problem of motivating and mobilizing people.

Besides, there is a need for economic growth to be regulated in such a manner that it reduces economic disparities. Majority of the National Development Plans, for that matter, consider economic, physical, infrastructural educational, health and welfare targets of growth and expansion.

Of late, there is a realization among the economists that there is a need take into account non-economic factors/ parameters for development planning.

Which of the following is true about social and economic development?

Correct Answer: C. There is a need to regulate economic growth
Solution:

The passage emphasizes that social development is a wider concept that includes economic development. However, it suggests that economic growth should not be the sole focus, and there is a need to regulate economic growth to reduce economic disparities.

The passage highlights the importance of planning for simultaneous development in various areas, including economic, physical, infrastructural, educational, health, and welfare targets.

92. What are the goals of social development?

(a) Providing integration among different social groups
(b) Shared value pattern among different cultural groups
(c) Building up solidarity of nation to face foreign threat
(d) Primacy of economic development
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: B. (a), (b) and (c) only
Solution:

(a) Providing integration among different social groups: Social development aims to foster inclusivity and cohesion among diverse social groups.

This involves creating a society where people from various backgrounds, ethnicities, and communities feel integrated rather than marginalized.

(b) Shared value pattern among different cultural groups: Social development seeks to promote a common set of values that can be shared and respected across different cultural groups.

This involves recognizing and appreciating cultural diversity while finding common ground in shared values to build a cohesive society.

(c) Building up solidarity of the nation to face foreign threats: Social development includes the goal of creating a sense of unity and solidarity within a nation. This unity becomes particularly important when facing external challenges or threats.

A socially developed society is one where citizens come together to address common concerns and protect national interests.

93. Which of the following are features of social development?

(a) It is preceeded by economic development
(b) It is concerned exlusively with planning of social services
(c) It is a wider concept and inclusive of economic development
(d) It involves planning for simultaneous development on many different areas
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

Correct Answer: D. (c) and (d) only
Solution:

(c) It is a wider concept and inclusive of economic development: Social develop-ment, as emphasized in the passage, is indeed a broader concept that includes economic development but is not exclusively limited to it. It encompasses various aspects beyond just economic growth.

(d) It involves planning for simultaneous development on many different areas: The passage highlights that social development involves planning for simultaneous development in various areas, including economic, physical, infrastructural, educational, health, and welfare targets.

This aligns with the idea that social development is comprehensive and not solely focused on one aspect.

94. Given below are two statements:

Statement I: Social development is a comprehensive concept.
Statement II: There is a realization to take into account non-economic parameter for development planning.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
Solution:

Statement I: "Social development is a comprehensive concept." This statement is true. Social development, as discussed in the context, is presented as a broader and more inclusive concept, encompassing various aspects beyond just economic development.

Statement II: "There is a realization to take into account non-economic parameters for development planning." This statement is also true.

The passage mentions a realization among economists that non-economic factors are important for development planning, indicating a shift towards considering a more comprehensive set of parameters.

95. Which of the following is a challenge for social development?

Correct Answer: A. Motivating and mobilizing people
Solution:

The passage states, "The challenge of social development is not so much a problem of mobilizing money resources but rather a problem of motivating and mobilizing people."

This suggests that while financial resources are important, a significant challenge in social development lies in inspiring and mobilizing individuals to actively participate in and contribute to the development process.

96. (Qs. No. 96 to 100): Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions that follow:

We no longer regard poverty, unemployment and social inequalities as inherent in the divine order of things. Every social problem has it cause or causes. If the cause can be discovered, the problem in most cases can be solved.

It is the function of a school (of social work) such as this to seek to explain the causes of social problems and to suggest methods of approach to their solution. As social workers we want to do all in our power to alleviate human misery, but that is not all.

Our larger problem is the problem of prevention and if, as we have reason to believe, our current economic system is cause of much social maladjustment.

It then becomes necessary for us to be realistic and to face our problems. It is for this reason that I have felt it worth to talk at some length regarding the relationship between education and social change.

The tragedy in the whole situation is that though we know our knowledge in the social sciences has not kept pace with the advance in technology, the efforts of society seem to be directed towards widening the gap rather than narrowing it.

The man who invents a new machine or simplifies a technical process is feted and honoured but the man who ventures to question existing social and political institutions and suggest possible remedies, not only faces social disapproval, but far too often lands in jail.

I am not urging you to rush out from this hall and immediately attempt to bring in a new social order.

I am urging you to utilise your time in this institution to make a deep study of the problems of society; to develop a social philosophy and to acquire the ability to discriminate and make judgements based upon facts rather than sentimentalism and hearsay.

We must be social servants- that is our profession. But over and above serving society let us be social engineers.

The author desires that social workers should become:

Correct Answer: D. Social engineers
Solution:

The passage emphasizes the need for social workers to go beyond merely serving society and to actively engage in understanding and addressing the causes of social problems.

The term "social engineers" suggests a role that involves analyzing, questioning, and potentially restructuring social and political institutions to bring about positive change.

It signifies a proactive and transformative approach to social work, aligning with the author's call for a deeper study of societal problems, the development of a social philosophy, and the ability to make informed judgments based on facts.

97. Whom does the author seems to beе addressing in the passage?

Correct Answer: B. Social work students
Solution:

The author seems to be addressing social work students, emphasizing the role of a school of social work in understanding and addressing societal problems.

The passage encourages individuals to utilize their time in the institution to study the causes of social problems, develop a social philosophy, and acquire the ability to make informed judgments.

The call to be "social engineers" aligns with the transformative goals of social work education, suggesting that students should go beyond serving society and actively engage in questioning and potentially restructuring social and political institutions for positive change.

The reference to societal problems, social philosophy, and the functions of a school of social work strongly indicate that the audience is likely composed of individuals undergoing social work training.

98. What are the propositions of the author to the social workers?

(a) To become revolutionary and bring a new social order
(b) To undertake a deep study of the problem of society
(c) To develop a social philosophy and reflect on the problems of society
(d) To develop the ability to make judgement based upon facts
Choose the correct answer from the options given below: 

Correct Answer: B. (b), (c) and (d) only
Solution:

(b) Undertake a deep study of the problem of society: The author encourages social workers to engage in a thorough examination and analysis of societal problems.

This implies a need for a comprehensive understanding of the root causes and complexities of social issues.

(c) Develop a social philosophy and reflect on the problems of society: The author emphasizes the importance of social workers developing a philosophical perspective that guides their approach to societal issues.

This involves reflecting on the ethical, moral, and value-based considerations in addressing problems within society.

(d) Develop the ability to make judgments based upon facts: The author stresses the acquisition of critical thinking skills to make informed judgments grounded in facts rather than being swayed by sentimentalism or hearsay.

This indicates the need for social workers to base their interventions on evidence and objective analysis.

99. What are the functions of a school of social work that the author tried to enlist?

(a) Explain the cause of social problems
(b) Suggest methods of approach to solve social problems
(c) Believe that our larger problem is problem of prevention
(d) Futile to explore the relationship between education and social change
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: C. (a), (b) and (c) only
Solution:

(a) Explain the cause of social problems: The author suggests that one of the functions of a school of social work is to seek to explain the causes of social problems.

This involves a comprehensive analysis and understanding of the underlying factors contributing to societal issues.

(b) Suggest methods of approach to solve social problems: The passage indicates that a school of social work should not only identify the causes of social problems but also play a role in suggesting effective methods of approach to address and solve these problems.

This implies a practical and solution-oriented approach to social work education.

(c) Believe that our larger problem is the problem of prevention: The author emphasizes that the larger problem for social workers is the problem of prevention.

This suggests that a school of social work should instill in its students a proactive mindset, focusing on preventing social issues rather than merely responding to them.

100. Given below are two statements:

Statement I: Our knowledge in the social sciences has not kept pace with the advance in technology.

Statement II: The efforts of society seem to be directed towards widening the gap rather than narrowing it.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct Answer: A. Both Statement I and Statement II are true
Solution:

Statement I: "Our knowledge in the social sciences has not kept pace with the advance in technology." This statement suggests a concern that advancements in technology have outpaced the development of knowledge in the social sciences.

This is a common observation as technological progress often moves rapidly, and social sciences might lag in keeping up.

Statement II: "The efforts of society seem to be directed towards widening the gap rather than narrowing it."

This statement implies that societal efforts may be contributing to the widening gap between technological advancements and social sciences, rather than closing this gap. This observation highlights a potential imbalance in the focus and priorities of societal efforts.