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

Total Questions: 100

81. According to Talcott Parson, social order and social life does not represent .......... .

1. Mutual advantage
2. Peaceful cooperation
3. Mutual hostility
4. Commitment to common values

Correct Answer: 3. Mutual hostility

Solution:

Talcott Parsons described society as a system where social order and life depend on mutual advantage, peaceful cooperation, and commitment to common values.

He viewed societies as stable when members share values and work collaboratively. Mutual hostility is the opposite of his structural functionalist perspective and therefore does not represent his view of social order.

82. Which SDG ensures 'Peace Justice & Strong Institution's?

1. SDG 15
2. SDG 16
3. SDG 13
4. SDG 12

Correct Answer: 2. SDG 16

Solution:

The Sustainable Development Goal 16 (SDG 16) ensures "Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions. It focuses on reducing violence, ensuring access to justice, combating corruption, and building accountable institutions at all levels.

SDG 15 addresses life on land, SDG 13 addresses climate action, and SDG 12 is about responsible consumption and production.

83. Arrange the following stages of Social Action in ascending order.

A. Organizing people for coordinated and directed intervention
B. Awareness is generated regarding various aspects of the problem
C. Development of strategies to achieve the goals
D. Scientific analysis or research on the social problem
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

Solution:

The ascending order of stages in Social Action is:
D. Scientific analysis or research on the social problem: Begin by understanding and researching the issue.
B. Awareness is generated regarding various aspects of the problem: Educate and sensitize people about the problem's significance.
A. Organizing people for coordinated and directed intervention: Mobilize the community for collective action.
C. Development of strategies to achieve the goals: Formulate concrete strategies for intervention and change.

84. Strength-based practice in social work was propounded by ......... .

1. Bertha Reynolds
2. R. Dolgoff
3. Dennis Saleebey
4. R.A Dorfman

Correct Answer: 3. Dennis Saleebey

Solution:

The Strength-based practice in social work was propounded by Dennis Saleebey. This approach emphasises clients' strengths, resources, and potential rather than focusing on deficits or problems.

Saleebey's method empowers individuals and communities, fostering resilience and positive change through collaborative relationships.

85. According to Flexner, Which is Not a Principle of Social Casework?

1. Principle of Communication
2. Principle of Client's Self Determination
3. Principle of Acceptance
4. Principle of Individualization

Correct Answer: 1. Principle of Communication

Solution:

According to Abraham Flexner, social casework principles include:
Acceptance: Respecting the client's dignity.
Client's Self-Determination: Allowing clients to make choices regarding their lives. Individualization: Treating each client as unique with specific needs.
The Principle of Communication is not listed among Flexner's classic principles of casework, making it the incorrect option here.

86. Arrange the following key tasks of administration in ascending order:

A. Development of Plans
B. Recruitment & Appointment
C. Preparation of Budget
D. Departmentalisation
E. Coordination
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Correct Answer: 3. A, D, В, E, C

Solution:

Key administrative tasks arranged in ascending (logical) order:
A. Development of Plans: First, objectives and strategies are created.
D. Departmentalisation: Next, tasks are grouped into departments to implement the plan.
B. Recruitment & Appointment: Staff are then recruited and appointed for roles.
E. Coordination: Efforts and activities are coordinated among departments to ensure harmony.
C. Preparation of Budget: Finally, budgets are prepared and aligned with ongoing coordination and monitoring.

87. Match List-I with List-II:

List-I (Terms)	List-II (Definition)
A. Electra Complex	I. Genetic Pre-disposition
B. Diana Complex	II. Sexual desire of son towards his mother
C. Anlagen	III. Sexual desire of daughter towards her father
D. Oedipus Complex	IV. Psychological reaction found among young females

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

Solution:

Match the sex-related psychological terms with definitions:
A. Electra Complex → III. Sexual desire of daughter towards her father
B. Diana Complex → IV. Psychological reaction found among young females.
C. Anlagen → I. Genetic pre-disposition.
D. Oedipus Complex → II. Sexual desire of son towards his mother.

88. In which year, Minorities Commission was accorded the statutory status?

1. 1991
2. 1992
3. 1990
4. 1989

Correct Answer: 2. 1992

Solution:

The National Commission for Minorities was given statutory status in 1992 through the National Commission for Minorities Act, 1992. Before this, it existed as a non-statutory body since 1978.

The statutory status strengthened its authority to protect minority rights and advise the government on minority welfare.

89. Match List-I with List-II:

List-I (Trade Union Progress)	List-II (Years)
A. Era of formation of Modern Trade Unionism	I. 1935-1938
B. Split in AITUC into Leftist & Rightist wings	II. 1939-1946
C. Unity forged among Trade Unions	III. 1918-1924
D. World War II brought chaos in Industrial Relations	IV. 1925-1934

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

Solution:

Correct Matching of Trade Union Progress with Years:
A. Era of formation of Modern Trade Unionism → III. 1918–1924: This phase followed World 'War I and saw the rise of nationalist movements in India. It marked the beginning of modern trade unionism with the establishment of the All India Trade Union Congress (AITUC) in 1920, making organized labour a significant force.

B. Split in AITUC into Leftist & Rightist wings → IV. 1925-1934: During this period, ideological differences emerged within AITUC. The communist and socialist factions pushed for radical action, while moderates preferred constitutional methods, causing a major split.

This resulted in the creation of bodies like the All India Trade Union Federation (AITUF) by moderates and the Red Trade Union Congress (RTUC) by communists.

C. Unity forged among Trade Unions → І. 1935-1938: Efforts were made to unify the fragmented trade unions. The previously divided factions-AITUC, NTUF, and others-reconciled during this period, leading to greater solidarity and a stronger labour movement.

D. World War II brought chaos in Industrial Relations → II. 1939-1946: The Second World War created economic instability, rising prices, and worsening labour conditions. Strikes and agitations became common, and the government increased its involvement in industrial relations through tripartite consultations to manage unrest.

90. Selecting every 10th name in a list is an example of............ .

1. Quota sampling
2. Systematic sampling
3. Lottery method
4. Tippet's method

Correct Answer: 2. Systematic sampling

Solution:

Selecting every 10th name in a list is a classic example of Systematic Sampling. This method involves choosing subjects at regular intervals (kth element) from an ordered list after a random starting point. It ensures even coverage and is simpler than simple random sampling.