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Gandhiji's Basic Education

In this title You will get to know about :

  • Concept of Basic Education.
  • Characteristics of Basic Education.
  • Merit and Demerits of Basic Education.
  • Main Principles of Basic Education.

Concept of Basic Education.

1. What is basic education ?

Ans: Basic education is an epoch making phenomenon in the history of our primary education which was refers to practical plan of education to make all round development of the body, mind, and spirit through ‘Ahisma’ or ‘Non violence’. Here, The word ‘Basic’ is derived from the word ‘Base’ which means ‘foundation’.

2. Who was the father of the nation ?

Ans: Mahatma Gandhi.

3. Who was Mahatma Gandhi ?

Ans: Mahatma Gandhi was a political leader, social reformer and an educationist too.

4. In which year did Gandhiji forwarded his Wardha Scheme ?

Ans: In the year 1935.

5. The concept of ‘Basic Education’ was developed by Mahatma Gandhiji on the basis of publishing the newspaper __________ (Fill in the Blank).

Ans: Harijan.

6. In which year was Mahatma Gandhiji visited in South Africa ?

Ans: In the year of 1914.

7. In which year was Mahatma Gandhiji established Sabarmati Asram at Gujrat ?

Ans : In 1915.

8. Mahatma Gandhiji published the newspaper in the year of _________ with the title of Nai-Talim.

Ans: In 1937.

9. Nai-Talim is also known as __________ .

Ans: Basic Education.

10. Who was the chairman of Gandhiji’s Wardha Scheme of Educational conference in 1937 ?

Ans: Dr. Zakir Hussain.

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Characteristics of Basic Education.

11. Write in brief on four main characteristics of Wardha Scheme of Basic Education.

Ans: The four main characteristics of Wardha Scheme of Basic Education are briefly mention below:

(i) Gandhiji’s Basic Education emphasises on self-supporting, self-dependent and productive oriented knowledge.

(ii) Handicraft is used as a means or medium of education.

(iii) It believes in the principles of flexibility and dynamism of its concept.

(iv) This education is based on the philosophy of pragmatism which believes in productivity and practicability of knowledge.

(v) It provide the potential for man’s self-employed.

Merit and Demerits of Basic Education.

12. Discuss the merits and demerits of Gandhiji’s Basic Education as a system of primary education.

Ans: The merits and demerits of Basic Education as a system of primary education are mentioned below:

Merits:

(i) Gandhiji’s Basic Education which is based on child centric education which helps in developing the creative potential of a growing child and developing the social traits of the child.

(ii) This system of education establishes a connecting between Indian tradition of life and the material needs of life of our present day society.

(iii) It established a close relation with the learner and his vocation for solving the problem of unemployment.

(iv) This system of education helps in making education purposive of life to prevent wastage of our primary education.

Demerits:

(i) It is not possible to give education in analytical detail on a subject only through craft as a medium of instruction.

(ii) Correlation of the subjects through craft may appear sometimes to be unusual and time consuming.

(iii) No provision was made for study of English language which is very important as a key to higher education at present.

(iv) Moral education is very important for the development of moral sentiments among children which was neglected in this system of education.

Main Principles of Basic Education.

13. Discuss the main principles of Basic Education.

Ans: The main principles of basic education are discussed in the following ways:

(i) Psychological Principles:

Basic education should aim at achieving harmonious development of his mind, body and soul through purely academic and theorical nature of instruction given in the traditional schools.

(ii) Social Principle:

Basic education should purify the heart and mind of the people to create a society free from all exploitation and aggression through craft education.

(iii) Economic Principle:

Basic education should create vocational efficiency in the child in order to prepare him to earn his living for solving unemployment problem.

(iv) Educative Principle:

Basic education should able to perceive the true implication of knowledge for his solution of the real and practical problem of life.

(v) Moral Principle:

Basic education should inculcate universal moral values in the child for achieving success in the field of education.

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Gokhale's Bill 1910-12

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  • Very Short Questions Answer on Gopal Krishna Gokhale’s Bill.
  • Features of Gopal Krishna Gokhale’s Bill on Primary Education.
  • Contribution of Gopal Krishna Gokhale’s Bill on Primary Education.
  • Indians Resolution of 1913 on Primary Education.

Very Short Questions Answer

1. Who was Gopal Krishna Gokhale ?

Ans: Gopal Krishna Gokhale was a Veteran Nationalist leader of India and was an active member of the Indian National Congress.

2. In which year Gokhale was elected as the president of the Indian National Congress ?

Ans: In the year of 1905.

3. In which place Gokhale become the president of Indian National Congress ?

Ans: In Bombay.

4. When Gopal Krishna Gokhale become the non-official members of the British Empirical Legislative Council ?

Ans: In 1902.

5. When Gopal Krishna Gokhale submitted his private bill to the ‘Empirical Legislative Council’ to make primary free and compulsory education ?

Ans: On 18th March, 1910.

6. When Gopal Krishna Gokhale raised his second humble proposal in the council to make primary education free and compulsory ?

Ans: On 16th March, 1911.

7. What was the main objective of Gokhale’s Bill of 1911 ?

Ans: The main objective of Gokhale’s Bill of 1911 was to make primary education free and compulsory in India.

8. Who introduced the Compulsory Primary Education Bill of 1910 ?

Ans : Gopal Krishna Gokhale.

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Features of Gopal Krishna Gokhale's Bill on Primary Education.

9. Discuss the Salient features of Gokhale’s Primary Education Bill of 1911.

Ans: The Salient features of Gokhale’s Primary Education Bill of 1911 are :

(i) Compulsion should be made in certain areas where at least 33% of male children had already attended in schools.

(ii) Provision for compulsion should be made from 6 to 10 years of age.

(iii) Cost of education should be borne by the local authorities together with the state government at the ratio of 1:2.

(iv) A separate Department of Education be opened under the central government for taking necessary steps of making primary education compulsory.

(v) A Secretary be appointed for education and a statement describing the progress of education be presented in the budget report.

Contribution of Gopal Krishna Gokhale's Bill on Primary Education.

10. Discuss the contributions of Gopal Krishna Gokhale towards primary education in India.

or
Give the Clauses of Gokhale’s Bill presented in 1911 for making primary education compulsory.

Ans: In order to make primary education free and compulsory. Following are the contributions of Gopal Krishna Gokhale towards primary education :

(i) First priority give compulsion for boys :

In the instance, compulsion should be enforced at the beginning only for the boys. But gradually it should be extended to the girls also.

(ii) Give Opportunity for attended schools children:

Primary education should be made compulsory where a certain number of children at least 33% of boys and girls had already attended schools under instruction.

(iii) Period of age limit:

Compulsion should be restricted to a period of four years only. The age limit of compulsion be fixed at 6 to 10 years.

(iv) Exempted from paying fees:

Compulsion should be made to those guardians whose income les than rupees ten per month be exempted from paying fees.

(v) Levy educational cess:

The local authorities be given to levy educational cess in order to meet with the cost of education.

(vi) Power to local authorities for compulsion:

The Local Board and Municipalities should have the responsibility to introduce compulsion for the establishment and recognized for new schools.

(vii) Two-third expenditure on primary education:

Two-third of the total expenditure involved in the scheme of compulsion by the provisional governments and one-third of it be borne by the state governments and the local authorities respectively.

11. What were the reason for rejecting Gopal Krishna Gokhale’s Bill towards contribution on primary education ?

Ans: While the Bill was taken up for discussion in the Council on 17th March, 1912. But at last due to the following reasons the Bill was rejected :

(i) The Bill was put to vote and defeated by 38 to 13.

(ii) There was no popular demand raised at that time to make primary education compulsory.

(iii) The people of the country were not prepared to accept compulsion.

(iv) The state government were not supported the Bill.

(v) A  section of the educated class of Indian people were not supporting the Bill.

(vi) The Local authorities were not willing to levy educational cess.

(vii) Many administrative difficulties were likely to crop up while creating the Bill.

Point to be Remember
  • Gokhale’s heroic defeat on making primary education free and compulsory education in the county during the British rule.
  • In the British Emperial Legislative Council as a member, he said “My lord, I know that my bill will be thrown out before the day closes. I make no complaint. I shall not even feel depressed. We the present generation in India can only hope to serve our country by our failure. The men and women who will be privileged to serve her by their success will come later.”
  • As a great patriot, he said again, “We shall be entitled to feel that we have done our duty, and when the call of duty is clear, it is better even to labour and fail than not to labour at all.”

Indians Resolution of 1913 on Primary Education.

12. Discuss about the Indian’s resolution of 1913 on primary education.

Ans:

Introduction :

While Majesty King Emperor George V who visited India in 1912 was unhappy with the situation of the prevailing educational steps taken by government and he sought explanation from the Government of India as to why Gokhale’s Bill was rejected. In this regards, he said, “It is my wish that there may spread over the land a network of schools and colleges, from which will go forth loyal and manly and useful citizens, able to hold their own industries and agriculture and all the vocations in life.”

          Accordingly, the Government of India had declared a new policy in the form of Government Resolution on 21th February in 1913 covering all the major areas of education under Education Department and had offered a recurring grant of 50 lakhs of rupees for popular education in India to cover all aspects of education viz primary, secondary, collegiate, agricultural veterinary, forestry, medical etc. were included.

Indian’s resolution of 1913 on primary education :

Following are the suggestions made by the Indian’s resolution of 1913 on primary education which are mentioned below :

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Chapter-1 Concept and Aims of Education.
Chapter-2 Stages of Human Development.
Chapter-3 School and Its Organisation.
Chapter-4 (A) Psychology and Education.
Chapter-4 (B) Educational psychology and Its Significance.
Chapter-5 Physical Basis of Mental Life.
Chapter-6 Bases and Direction of Human Behaviour.
Chapter-7 Primary Education in India and Assam.
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2022 Question Paper

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  • KKHSOU M.A 1st Sem 2022 Question Paper Education.

KKHSOU M.A 1st Sem 2022 Question Paper Education.

M.A 1st Semester (New) Exam. 2022 (W)

( Philosophical Foundation of Education )

[ PGED S1-01 ]
Full Marks : 70/80
Time : 3 hours
( Learners admitted in and after 2020 need to answer only Q.No.4 (total 70 marks)
1. Answer any five of the following questions ( each in around 50 words) :    2 x 5 = 10
(a) Define the term ‘Educational Philosophy’.
(b) State briefly the sub-traditions of Vedanta Philosophy.
(c) What are the five pillars of Islam.
(d) State two principles of pragmatism.
(e) Give short life sketch of John Heinrich Pestalozzi.
(f) What was the idea behind ‘man-making aim of education’ as advocated Vivekananda ?
2. Answer any four of the following questions (each in around 120 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Write briefly on Samkhya Philosophy.
(b) What are the aims of education as prescribed by idealists?
(c) Critically analyse existentialism as a school of philosophy.
(d) What are the principles behind Montessori School ?
(e) What is Integral education as advocated by Sri Aurobindo Ghosh ?
3. Answer any four of the following questions (each in around 250 words) :   6 x 4 =24
(a) Make a comparative discussion between Buddhism and Jainism Philosophy in term of education.
(b) What is meant by naturalistic education ? What is its relevance of naturalistic education on modern era ?
(c) Discuss the educational philosophy of Kindergarten.
(d) How did Gandhiji incorporated his philosophy in his basic education ?
(e) How would you relate Sankardev’s philosophy in modern education system ?
4. Answer any three of the following questions. ( each in around 300 words) :   8 x 3 = 24
(a) What are the branches of Philosophy ? How would you relate Education with Philosophy ?
(b) Discuss the contribution of pragmatism in the field of education.
(c) What is sense-training as advocated by Montessori ? How did Montessori contributed to the educational society ?
(d) Discuss the educational philosophy of Swami Vivekananda.
(Q. No. 5 is only for learners admitted before 2020)
5. Answer anyone of the following questions ( in around 350 words) :   10×1=10
(a) Discuss the features of Islamic education ? What are its implications in present education system ?     4+6=10
(b) Critically analyse Pestalozzi’s education system in terms of modern education.

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M.A 1st Semester (New) Exam. 2022 (W)

( Psychological Foundation of Education )

[ PGED S1-02 ]
Full Marks : 70/80
Time : 3 hours
( Learners admitted in and after 2020 need to answer only Q.No.4 (total 70 marks)
1. Answer any five of the following questions ( each in around 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) Observation can be defined as the ‘measurement without instruments’. Justify.
(b) Point out two differences between growth and development.
(c) What is called shaping ?
(d) Specify two roles of constructivist teacher.
(e) Write the derivative meaning of motivation.
(f) What are the elements of Spearman’s theory.
2. Answer any four of the following questions (each in around 120 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Classify the different types of intelligence tests.
(b) State the relationship between creativity and intelligence.
(c) Give a brief description on the ‘Trace Decay Theory’ of memory.
(d) Summarize the approaches to problem solving.
(e) What are the categories of traits of personality given by R. B. Cattell ?
3. Answer any four of the following questions (each in around 250 words) :    6 x 4 =24
(a) Who are called mentally retarded children ? What types of education should be designed for these children ?Explain.   2+4=6
(b) Define mental health. Discuss the measures taken by schools to maintain the proper mental health and hygiene of students.   2+4=6
(c) Enumerate the causes of maladjustment.
(d) Evaluate the utility of aptitude test in the field of education.
(e) Define delinquency. Indicate the characteristics of delinquents.       2+4=6
4. Answer any three of the following questions. ( each in around 300 words) :    8 x 3 = 24
(a) State the Etymological meaning of ‘Psychology’. Describe the scope of Educational Psychology.    2+6=8
(b) Illustrate the Gestalt theory of learning by insight. What are the educational implications of insightful learning ?   3+5=8
(c) Why motivation is important for learning ? How will you motivate children in the classroom teaching ?    4+4=8
(d) What is called adjustment mechanism ? Describe in details the common adjustment mechanisms.    2+6=8
(Q. No. 5 is only for learners admitted before 2020)
5. Answer anyone of the following questions ( in around 350 words) :   10×1=10
(a) What are the different types of transfer ? Describe the theories of transfer of learning.    3+7=10
(b) Indicate the nature of aptitude. Give a description of differential Aptitude Test Battery in details.    3+7=10

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M.A 1st Semester (New) Exam. 2022 (W)

( Sociological Foundation of Education )

[ PGED S1-03 ]
Full Marks : 70/80
Time : 3 hours
( Learners admitted in and after 2020 need to answer only Q.No.4 (total 70 marks)
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each in around 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) What is primary socialization ?
(b) Write two characteristics of social organisation.
(c) What are the criteria of modernity ?
(d) What is meant by cultural diffusion ?
(e) Explain the concept of equity and equality.
(f) Explain the narrower and broader meaning of poverty.
2. Answer any four from the following questions (each in around 120 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Explain the role of family as an agent of socialization.
(b) Write three characteristics of social disorganisation.
(c) Describe briefly the role of teachers in bringing social change.
(d) Write any three constitutional provision of socially disadvantaged sections of society.
(e) Discuss the concept of child labour.
3. Answer any four from the following questions (each in around 250 words) :    6 x 4 =24
(a) Define socialization. Why socialization is important ?   2+4=6
(b) Discuss the relationship between education and social stratification.
(c) Define social mobility. Explain how status an education help in social mobility.   2+4=6
(d) Discuss the meaning and nature of culture.
(e) Explain the need of providing equality of educational opportunity.
4. Answer any three from the following questions. ( each in around 300 words) 8 x 3 = 24
(a) Discuss in details the importance of sociology as a subject of study.
(b) Discuss the inter-group relationship and age group dynamics.
(c) Explain the basic principles of success of democracy.
(d) What is meant by social control ? Explain different types pf social control.    2+6=8
(Q. No. 5 is only for learners admitted before 2020)
5. Answer anyone from the following questions ( in around 350 words) :    10×1=10
(a) What is social group ? Discuss the characteristics of social group.    3+7=10
(b) Explain the meaning of democracy by pointing out different definitions. How does an informal agency help democratic education ?    4+6=10

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M.A 1st Semester (New) Exam. 2022 (W)

 ( Methods and Techniques of Teaching and Teaching Practices )

[ PGED S1-04 ]
Full Marks : 50
Time : 2 hours
( Learners admitted in and after 2020 need to answer only Q.No.4 (total 50 marks)
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each in around 50 words) :   3×3 =9
(a) What do you mean by ‘Principle of Flexibility of teaching ?
(b) Describe ‘questioning’ as a techniques of teaching.
(c) How do you correlate good teaching with teaching device ?
(d) How does teaching aids help in retention of learning ?
2. Answer any one from the following questions (each in around 200 words) :     5×1=5
(a) How does taxonomy of educational objectives help in an instructional situation ?
(b) How can field trips be used as teaching aids ?
3. Answer any two from the following questions (each in around 250 words) :    6 x 2 =12
(a) What do mean by group dynamics ? How does it affect in teaching ?
(b) Differentiate between teaching strategies and teaching methods.
(c) Write the essentials of a good lesson unit.
4. Answer any three from the following questions. ( each in around 300 words) :    8 x 3 = 24
(a) Why are the knowledge of taxonomy of instructional objectives important for a teaching in an instructional situation ? Discuss.
(b) Why is it important to use teaching devices in classroom transactions ? Discuss with suitable examples.
(c) Discuss the significance of teaching aids in the context of classroom teaching.
(d) Prepare a lesson plan on a school subject of your choice.

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Question Paper 2021

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M.A 1st Semester (New) Exam. 2021 (W)

( Philosophical Foundation of Education )

[ PGED S1-01 ]
Full Marks : 70/80
Time : 3 hours
(Learners admitted in 2020 and  2021 need to answer only Q.No.1 to Q.No. 4 (total 70 marks)
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each in around 50 words) :    2 x 5 = 10
(a) Give the derivative meaning of the word ‘Philosophy’.
(b) List the name of schools categorised under two heads – Astika and Nastika schools of Philosophy.
(c) State the four Nobel Truths of highlighted by Buddhist Philosophy.
(d) Sate two features of Islamic thought.
(e) Explain the meaning of education stated by Mahatma Gandhi.
(f) List the literature’s created by Srimanta Sankardev.
2. Answer any four from the following questions (each in around 100 words) :    4 x 3 =12
(a) Write a brief note on the essence of Idealism.
(b) Explain the three-fold meaning of Nature stated by Rousseau.
(c) Explain three most important principles of Pragmatic Philosophy.
(d) Write a brief note on existentialism and the role of teachers.
(e) Explain the important plays involved in Froebel’s Kindergarten method.
3. Answer any four from the following questions (each in around 200 words) :    6 x 4 =24
(a) Explain the relationship between Philosophy and Education.
(b) Highlight the educational implications of Vedanta Philosophy.
(c) Critically analyse Pestalozzi’s educational system.
(d) Write a short note on the contributions of Montessori to the present education system.
(e) State the contribution of Swami Vivekananda to education.
4. Answer any three from the following questions. ( each in around 250 words) :     8 x 3 = 2
(a) Discuss the aims of education according to Jainism.
(b) Discuss the salient features of Islamic education system.
(c) Explicate the aims of integral education.
(d) State the contribution of Gandhiji towards Indian education.
(Q. No. 5 is only for learners admitted in and before 2019)
5. Answer anyone of the following questions ( in around 300 words) :   10×1=10
(a) How did Sankardev’s Philosophy shapes his system of education ?
(b) Discuss existentialism as a school of philosophy.

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M.A 1st Semester (New) Exam. 2021 (W)

( Psychological Foundation of Education )

[ PGED S1-02 ]
Full Marks : 70/80
Time : 3 hours
(Learners admitted in 2020 and  2021 need to answer only Q.No.1 to Q.No. 4 (total 70 marks)
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each in around 50 words) :    2 x 5 = 10
(a) “Educational psychology is a branch of general psychology” Justify.
(b) What are the four stages of development as given by Jean Piaget ?
(c) State the relationship between learning and maturation.
(d) Indicate the conditions of transfer of learning.
(e) What are the non-verbal tests of intelligence.
(f) What is called abductive reasoning.
2. Answer any four from the following questions (each in around 100 words) : 4 x 3 =12
(a) Give a brief description on Maslow’s self-actualisation theory.
(b) State the steps involved in creativity.
(c) List out the factors affecting problem solving.
(d) Highlight the Sheldon’s classification of personality.
(e) Do you think that physical health affects the mental health affects the mental of an individual ? Give reasons.
3. Answer any four from the following questions (each in around 200 words) :    6 x 4 =24
(a) Define forgetting . Describe different theories of forgetting.   2+4=6
(b) Whom would you call a slow learner ? What types of education should be designed for these learners ?   3+3=6
(c) What is adjustment mechanism ? Explain the measures taken by the schools to prevent a child from maladjustment.    2+4=6
(d) What are called aptitude tests ? Specify the aptitude tests that are measured by GATB.  2+4=6
(e) Enumerate the characteristics and activities of delinquent child.    3+3=6
4. Answer any three from the following questions. ( each in around 250 words) :    8 x 3 = 2
(a) What do you understand by the following:   3+3+2=8
(i) Steps of experimentation.
(ii) Methods of experimentation.
(iii) Advantages of experimental method.
(b) Elucidate Skinner’s theory of operant conditioning. On what basis this theory has been criticized.
(c) What are various theories of intelligence regarding the nature of intelligence ? Which theory is more convincing and why ?
(d) “Personality is more than physical attribute” Discuss. Indicate the differences between Rorschach’s inkblot text and thematic apperception test.

M.A 1st Semester (New) Exam. 2021 (W)

( Sociological Foundation of Education )

[ PGED S1-03 ]
Full Marks : 70/80
Time : 3 hours
(Learners admitted in 2020 and  2021 need to answer only Q.No.1 to Q.No. 4 (total 70 marks)
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each in around 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) Define the concept of socialization.
(b) Why any two characteristics of a formal organisation.
(c) What is meant by horizontal mobility.
(d) Describe folkways and mores.
(e) Mention any two non-formal agencies of democratic education.
(f) What do you mean by equality of educational opportunity ?
2. Answer any four from the following questions (each in around 100 words) :    4 x 3 =12
(a) Describe the importance of social interaction.
(b) State the various categories of social stratification.
(c) Explain the concept of modernisation.
(d) Briefly write the role of education in social mobility.
(e) What are the various types of unemployment ?
3. Answer any four from the following questions (each in around 200 words) :    6 x 4 =24
(a) Discuss briefly the different agencies of socialization.
(b) What is meant by group dynamics ? How do group dynamics help a teacher in classroom transaction ?   2+4=6
(c) What do you mean by social control ? Discuss about the formal agencies of social control.
(d) How are education and culture related to each other ?
(e) Discuss important educational provisions for socially disadvantaged sections of society.
4. Answer any three from the following questions. ( each in around 250 words) :    8 x 3 = 24
(a) Discuss the scope of educational sociology.
(b) What is meant by social disorganisation. Discuss the causes of social disorganisation.  2+6-8
(c) Define social change. Discuss the role of education in social change.   2+6=8
(d) Discuss the problems associated with equalisation of educational opportunities.

(Q. No. 5 is only for learners admitted in and before 2019)

5. Answer any one from the following questions ( in around 300 words) : 10×1=10
(a) What is meant by co-operation ? Discuss different types of co-operation.
(b) Explain the meaning of democracy. Discuss the basic principles for the success of democracy.

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M.A 1st Semester (New) Exam. 2021 (W)

( Methods and Techniques of Teaching and Teaching Practices )

[ PGED S1-04 ]
Full Marks : 50
Time : 2 hours
(Learners admitted in 2020 and  2021 need to answer only Q.No.1 to Q.No. 4 (total 70 marks)
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each in around 100 words) :     3×3 =9
(a) Define the concept of teaching.
(b) Describe the importance of knowledge of ‘Taxonomy of educational Objective’ for a teacher.
(c) Describe the principles of ‘Proceed from psychological’ as a maxim of teaching.
(d) Write the importance of the teaching devices in teaching.
2. Answer any one from the following questions (each in around 200 words) :     5×1=5
(a) Discuss the five important techniques of teaching.
(b) What do you mean by lesson planning ? State the main objectives of lesson planning.
3. Answer any two from the following questions (each in around 250 words) :   6 x 2 =12
(a) Elucidate the qualities of good teaching.
(b) Explain the ‘Taxonomy of Educational Objectives’ of affective domain.
(c) Discuss the problems of using teaching aids in classroom teaching.
4. Answer any three from the following questions. ( each in around 250 words) : 8 x 3 = 24
(a) Discuss the general principles of teaching.
(b) “The success of class teaching depends mainly on the art of teaching.” Explain this statement with suitable examples.
(c) Define the concept of ‘Teaching Strategies’. What are its different types ? Discuss.    2+6=8
(d) Explain with suitable examples how the use of teaching aids makes teaching more effective.

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 [ 19-HBPGKOW – M1S(O) 20M ]
M.A 1st Semester (Old) Exam. 2019 (W)

EDUCATION

[ MED-01 ]

( Philosophical Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
 The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five of the following questions ( each in around 50 words) :  2 x 5 = 10
(a) What is the basic objective of Western Philosophy ?
(b) Give the verbal meaning of the term ‘Purusha’.
(c) Mention five Skandhas of Buddhist Philosophy.
(d) State the aims of education put forwarded by the naturalist philosopher, Herbert Spencer.
(e) Mention two advantages of the Marxist system of education.
(f) Mention three things that education should provide for the development of patriotism and freedom as stated by Swami Vivekananda.
2. Answer any three of the following questions (each in around 150 words) :  4 x 3 =12
(a) State the basic characteristics of philosophy.
(b) Explain briefly the modified aims of Buddhist Educational Philosophy.
(c) Highlight the educational implication of naturalistic philosophy of education.
(d) Explain briefly the tenets of realism stated by Christian O. Weber.
3. Answer any three of the following questions (each in around 250 words) :   6 x 3 = 18
(a) Discuss the metaphysical aspects of Jainism and its aims of education.
(b) Elaborate the basic characteristics of the Vedanta Philosophy.
(c) Write a note on pragmatism and curriculum.
(d) What is Nai Talim ? Discuss the stages of Nai Talim.      2+4=6
4. Answer any four of the following questions. ( each in around 500 words) :   10 x 4 = 40
(a) Explain the functions of educational philosophy.
(b) Explain in details  the Sankhya School of Philosophy, its objectives and salient features.
(c) Define and explain in details existentialism, its scope and its views on education.
(d) Discuss the Marxist value of education.
(e) Discuss in details Sri Aurobindo’s philosophy on life and education, methods he suggested and his views on teacher –student relationship.

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M.A 1st Semester (Old) Exam. 2019 (W)

EDUCATION

[ MED-02 ]

( Psychological Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
 The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five from the following questions (each in around 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) What is meant by educational psychology ?
(b) Identify any two approaches of developmental case study.
(c) When do we apply the law of use ?
(d) Mention any four characteristics of intelligence.
(e) What is meant by positive reinforcement ?
(f) Identify any four characteristics of attention.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each in around 150 words) :  4 x 3 =12
(a) Explain briefly the scope of educational psychology.
(b) What are the difference between classical and operant conditioning ?
(c) Identify the three broad categories of survey method.
(d) Explain the two categories of motivation.
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each in around 250 words) :   6 x 3 = 18
(a) Explain in detail trial and error theory of learning. Write the educative value of the theory.       4+2=6
(b) Describe the different tools of thinking.
(c) Discuss the steps involved in the process of problem-solving behaviour.
(d) “Personality is the result of both heredity and environment.”. Explain.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each in around 500 words) :   10 x 4 = 40
(a) Explain the advantages and disadvantages of introspection method.      5+5=10
(b) Elaborate how the teacher helps the learners to develop their capacity of rational thinking.
(c) Critically explain the psychological theory of personality.
(d) Define creativity. State the differences between intelligence and creativity.       2+8=10
(e) Describe the role of parents in promoting mental health of children.

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M.A 1st Semester (Old) Exam. 2019 (W)

EDUCATION

[ MED-03 ]

( Sociological Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
 The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five of the following questions (each in around 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) Differentiate between educational sociology and sociology of education.
(b) List any two aspects of social organization.
(c) What is assimilation ?
(d) Write three characteristics of primary group.
(e) What is peer group ?
(f) What is Sanskritisation ?
2. Answer any three of the following questions (each in around 150 words) :     4 x 3 =12
(a) Differentiate between formal and informal organizations.
(b) Explain the concept of socialization along with its  characteristics.
(c) Write briefly the characteristics of social stratification.
(d) How do culture and civilisation interrelated ? Explain briefly.
3. Answer any three of the following questions (each in around 250 words) :    6 x 3 = 18
(a) What is social disorganisation ? Write the characteristics of social disorganisation.       2+4=6
(b) What are the factors theta help to develop social bonds in humans ?
(c) Explain the functions of the family as an agent of education.
(d) Discuss the Marxian theory of social stratification.
4. Answer any four of the following questions. ( each in around 500 words) :   10 x 4 = 40
(a) Explain Durkheim’s theory of division of labour. Why is this theory regarded as  his major contribution to the field of sociology.      5+5=10
(b) Explain the meaning of social interaction. What are its characteristics ? Write educational implication of social interaction.        3+3+4=10
(c) What is social group ? Can man live without a group ? Discuss the factors which  work to make man social.     3+2+5=10
(d) What do mean by culture ? Explain the salient features of Indian traditional culture.      5+5=10
(e) Explain the meaning of secondary groups. Distinguish between primary groups and secondary groups.    5+5=10

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EDUCATION

[ MED-03 ]

 ( Methods and Techniques of Teaching and TP )

Full Marks : 50
Time : 2 hours
 The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five from the following questions (each within 50 words) :   2 x 3 =6
(a) What does the principles of remedial teaching prescribe ?
(b) What is meant by the triangular process of teaching ?
(c) What does team teaching mean ?
(d) Write two important characteristics of the narration technique.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Describe the important characteristics of teaching.
(b) What are the four specifics aims of teaching English at the school level ?
(c) Describe the importance of audio-visual aids in the teaching-learning process.
(d) How would you describe an ideal lesson plan ?
3. Answer any two from the following questions (each within 250 words) :   6 x 3 = 18
(a) What do mean by group discussion ? Describe its merits and demerits.     2+4=6
(b) Highlight the characteristics of good teaching.       6
(c) How does evaluation differ from measurement ? Explain with suitable examples.     6
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :    10 x 4 = 40
(a) What does effective teaching mean ? Discuss the qualities of an effective teacher.     3+7=10
(b) Write a detailed note on Bloom’s theory of taxonomy.     10
(c) Explain in detail Morrison’s approach to lesson planning.     10

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[ 18-HRGPKAC – M1S ]

M.A 1st Semester Exam. 2018

EDUCATION

[ MED-01 ]

( Philosophical Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each within 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) State the meaning of Axiology.
(b) What are the three Pramana’s in the Sankhya School of Indian Philosophy ?
(c) List out the five indicators of Kashaya’s in Jain Philosophy.
(d) Mention any two basic facts or principles of idealism.
(e) List out the believes oh humanistic realism.
(f) What types of languages were advocated by Swami Vivekananda to be included in the curriculum.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :    4 x 3 =12
(a) Mention some basic characteristics of philosophy.
(b) Identify the salient features of Sankhya Philosophy.
(c) State some basic characteristics of Vedanta Philosophy.
(d) Write briefly Gandhiji’s views on women’s education.
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 250 words) :    6 x 3 = 18
(a) Explain how philosophy and science are interrelated.
(b) Discuss the aims of education according to idealism.
(c) Elaborate the common features of Islamic Philosophy.
(d) Describe the educational philosophy of Sankhya, Vedanta and Nyaya school of Indian Philosophy.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :   10 x 4 = 40
(a) Describe the functions of educational philosophy.
(b) Discuss the educational aims of Asta Marg advocated in Buddhism.
(c) What are the values of Marxism ? Explain its educational implications.     4+6=10
(d) What is the modern concept of basic education ? Enumerated the causes of the failure of basic education in India.   3+7 =10
(e) What is pragmatism ? Explain different aspects of pragmatism.   2+8=10

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M.A 1st Semester Exam. 2018

EDUCATION

[ MED-02 ]

( Psychological Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each within 50 words) :   2 x 5 =10
(a) Define educational psychology.
(b) List out the four elements of  the conditioning process.
(c) State the meaning of expressed interest.
(d) Mention the elements of thinking process as stated by Woodworth.
(e) Define social intelligence.
(f) What are the steps of concreate development.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :     4 x 3 =12
(a) Explain the principles of classical conditioning.
(b) Give some suggestive measures for arousing interest for learning in a child.
(c) Discuss the process of concept formation.
(d) Draw out the relationship between intelligence and creativity.
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 250 words) :     6 x 3 = 18
(a) Explain in details Thorndike’s law of learning.
(b) What is motivation ? Explain the factors affecting motivation in the teaching-learning situations.
(c) Give a brief description of the different dimensions of creative performance measurement.
(d) Highlight the important properties of traits.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :    10 x 4 = 40
(a) What is observation ? Mention its different types. Highlight its point of limitations with suggestions for improvement of the method.    1+2+3+4=10
(b) Mention the experiments Pavlov in the field of conditioned response.
(c) Explain in detail the phases of problem-solving. Discuss the role of teacher in problem-solving.    4+6=10
(d) Critically explain the history and development of intelligence tests in India.
(e) Define metal hygiene. Discuss the role of school in promoting mental health of children.      2+8=10

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M.A 1st Semester Exam. 2018

EDUCATION

[ MED-03 ]

( Sociological Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each within 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) State the difference between educational sociology and sociology of education.
(b) What is meant by social facts.
(c) Give two examples (each) of Voluntary group and Involuntary group.
(d) State the meaning of crowed.
(e) Mention the Varnas recognised by Hinduism.
(f) Define culture.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :     4 x 3 =12
(a) Describe the significance of social interaction in a  child’s education.
(b) Briefly discuss the different stages of socialization.
(c) Describe the characteristics of social stratification.
(d) Briefly discuss the relationship between society and culture.
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 250 words) :    6 x 3 = 18
(a) Discuss the Durkheimian analogy of suicide.
(b) Explain the functions of a school as an agent of socialization.
(c) Define social mobility. Explain the different types of social mobility.   2+4=6
(d) Discuss the relationship between education and culture.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :       10 x 4 = 40
(a) Explain the characteristics of and the factors influencing social disorganization.      5+5=10
(b) Write the meaning of school. Discuss the factors responsible for considering school as a centre of community life.   2+8=10
(c) Critically compare the functionalist and Marxist theory of social stratification.    10
(d) Explain the elements of culture. Discuss the features of Indian traditional culture.     5+5=10
(e) Discuss the significance and scope of educational sociology.

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[ 18-HRGPKAC – M1S ]

M.A 1st Semester Exam. 2018

EDUCATION

[ MED-04 ]

( Methods and Techniques of Teaching and Teaching Practical)

Full Marks : 50
Time : 2 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any three from the following questions ( each within 50 words) :     2 x 3 =6
(a) Define instructional model.
(b) Differentiate between teaching and general objectives.
(c) Explain the lecture method of teaching.
(d) Highlight the importance of audio-visual aids in the teaching-learning process.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :    4 x 3 =12
(a) Explain the need and importance of educational objectives.
(b) Differentiate between teaching method and teaching strategy.
(c) Define teaching as given by Adams, and describe three characteristics of good teaching.
(d) Define ‘lesson plan’ as given by Bossing, and describe the need and importance of lesson plan.
3. Answer any two from the following questions (each within 250 words) :   6 x 2 = 12
(a) Explain the principles that should be followed when teaching English at school level.
(b) Explain team teaching. Mention its advantages and limitations.
(c) Differentiate the terms ‘measurement’ and ‘evaluation’. Discuss formative evaluation.
4. Answer any two from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :    10 x 2 = 20
(a) Explain in details the steps to be followed in the design of a question paper of a unit test.
(b) Explain in detail Morrison’s approach to lesson planning.
(c) Give the meaning of the term Maxims of teaching. Explain briefly each of the Maxims of teaching.

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[ 17 HDGKACRM – M1 ]

M.A 1st Semester Exam. 2017

EDUCATION

[ MED-01 ]

( Philosophical Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each within 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) State the three branches of philosophy.
(b) Mention four basic characteristics of science.
(c) List out five Tanmatras in the sankhya school of Indian philosophy.
(d) What are Vedic and non-Vedic schools of Indian philosophy.
(e) State Gandhiji’s concept of Nai-Talim.
(f) Mention the advantages of Marxist system of education.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :    4 x 3 =12
(a) Elaborate the educational implications of pragmatism.
(b) Mention some salient features of Nyaya philosophy.
(c) Identify some methods of teaching that was proposed by Rabindranath Tagore.
(d) What should be the aims of education according to naturalism ?
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 250 words) :    6 x 3 =18
(a) “Education and philosophy are interrelated.” Explain.
(b) “Family is the first school of the child.” Discuss.
(c) Briefly discuss the democratic philosophy of education.
(d) Write a short note on Swami Vivekananda’s philosophy on education.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :   10 x 4 =40
(a) Discuss in detail the Vedic system of education and Indian schools of philosophy.
(b) Describe the relationship between different sources and types of knowledge recognized by the Islamic philosophers.
(c) What is existentialism ? Explain different aspects of existentialism.      3 + 7 =10
(d) Elucidate the concept of four noble truths of Buddhist philosophy. Discuss the aims of education according to this philosophy.             5 + 5 = 10
(e) Describe the salient features of basic education proposed by Gandhiji. Explain how Gandhiji’s basic scheme of education has been criticized.      5 + = 10

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[ 17 HDGKACRM – M1 ]

M.A 1st Semester Exam. 2017

EDUCATION

[ MED-02 ]

( Psychological Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each within 50 words) :   2 x 5 = 10
(a) State the meaning of educational psychology.
(b) What is meant by conditioned reasoning ?
(c) Give a brief note on achievement motivation inventory.
(d) Write the principles of mental hygiene.
(e) Highlight the common properties of traits.
(f) Mention the instruments of thinking.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Define motivation. Explain its different types with the help of an example.
(b) Explain briefly on ‘creativity as new thinking.
(c) Discuss briefly the Gestalt theory of learning.
(d) Elaborate the different steps of reasoning.
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 250 words) :    6 x 3 =18
(a) What is differential or survey method ? Discuss briefly its different types.    2 + 4 = 6
(b) Define interest. How can a teacher arouse and maintain interest of children in any subject.     2 + 4 = 6
(c) Suggest some measures to be taken by school in securing mental health of the students.    6
(d) Critically explain the history and development of intelligence tests in India.   64.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :    10 x 4 =40
(a) Discuss the nature and scope of educational psychology.    5 + 5 =10
(b) Write briefly about the ‘trial and error’ method of learning and its major theoretical principles.    6 + 4 =10
(c) Discuss the importance and use of motivation in the psychology of learning.          5 + 5 =10
(d) Explain the term ‘problem-solving’. Discuss the role of teacher in developing the right attitude to approach a problem.                 4 + 6 = 10
(e) Discuss in detail the psycho-analytic theory of personality.     10

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M.A 1st Semester Exam. 2017

EDUCATION

[ MED-04 ]

( Sociological Foundation of Education )

Full Marks : 80
Time : 3 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any five from the following questions ( each within 50 words) :     2 x 5 = 10
(a) Mention two fundamentals of Sociology.
(b) Define social organization.
(c) Mention the two basic conditions of social interaction.
(d) Differentiate between voluntary group and involuntary groups.
(e) State the meaning of anticipatory socialization.
(f) Write the functions of social stratification.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :     4 x 3 = 12
(a) Define solidarity. Explain the different types of solidarity.
(b) Differentiate between formal and informal organizations.
(c) Explain the term ‘social mobility’. Elaborate its different types.
(d) Give a comprehensive definition of culture. State the factors of cultural variability.
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 250 words) :     6 x 3 =18
(a) Discuss the various mechanisms of social interaction.
(b) Write the meaning of crowed’. Differentiate between crowed and public.
(c) Discuss the role of school as an agent of socialization.
(d) Discuss Durkheim’s three fold  classification of suicide.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :   10 x 4 = 40
(a) State the meaning of Group Dynamics. Discuss its various characteristics.
(b) State the different classifications of social group. Discuss any one classification with example.
(c) Discuss Charles H. Cooley’s theories of socialization.
(d) Define cultural lag. Critically discuss cultural lag theory.
(e) Write in detail and evaluate Merton’s ‘Theory of Deviance’.

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M.A 1st Semester Exam. 2017

EDUCATION

[ MED-04 ]

( Method and Techniques of Teaching and Teaching Practical )

Full Marks : 50
Time : 2 hours
The figures in the margin indicate full marks for the questions
1. Answer any three from the following questions :    2 x 3 = 6
(a) Define teaching.
(b) Mention any two academic characteristics of effective teaching.
(c) What is the evolutionary approach of teaching.
(d) State the two classification of methods of teaching.
2. Answer any three from the following questions :     4 x 3 =12
(a) Mention some qualities of an effective teacher.
(b) List out the  nature and characteristics of evaluation.
(c) Mention the advantages and disadvantages of team teaching.
(d) Mention some characteristics of a good teaching unit.
3. Answer any two from the following questions :     6 x 2 = 12
(a) What is explanation device ? How can explanation device be used in teaching.
(b) Explain the principles that should be followed while selecting a teaching aid.
(c) Give an account of group discussion method of teaching along with its merits and demerits.
4. Answer any two from the following questions :    10 x 2 =20
(a) Write a detailed note on Bloom’s theory of taxonomy.
(b) State the maxims of teaching. Explain some maxims o teaching.
(c) Discuss the needs and importance of formative and summative evaluation for an effective teaching-learning process.

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Subject : Education
Paper-MED-01

Philosophical Foundation of Education

Time : 3 Hrs.      Full Marks : 80
1. Answer any five from the following questions (each within 50 words) :      2 x 5 = 10
(a) Mention the branches of philosophy.
(b) What is the meaning of “Purusha” ad “Prakriti” ?
(c) How can self-realization be achieved through education in Idealism ?
(d) What is the Gandhiji’s concept of ‘Nai-Talim’ ?
(e) What are the three aims of education according to Jainism ?
(f) ‘Science and philosophy are mutually dependent’. Explain.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :    4 x 3 =12
(a) What are the types of Naturalism ?
(b) Write the form of realism.
(c) What should be the aims of education according to existentialism ?
(d) State the basis of Marxist philosophy.
3. Answer any three questions from the following (each within 250 words) :    6 x 3 =18
(a) ‘Family is the first school of the child”. Discuss.
(b) How is education important to the process of growth and development of individual and society.
(c) Discuss the salient features of Nyaya philosophy.
(d) What are the advantages and disadvantages of the Marxist system of education.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :   10 x 4 =40
(a) What do you mean by Sankhya philosophy ? What are the salient features of the Sankhya philosophy ?   3 + 7 =10
(b) ‘Education and philosophy are the two sides of a coin’. Discuss how education and philosophy are interrelated.     10
(c) Discuss the relationship between the different sources and types of knowledge recognizes by the  Islamic philosophers.           5 + 5 =10
(d) What is Pragmatism ? Explain different aspects of pragmatism.     3 + 7 = 10
(e) Discuss the educational philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore and indicate how it was materialized in Shantiniketan.      5 + 5 = 10

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M.A 1st Sem, Examination, 2016
Subject : Education
Paper-MED-02

Psychological Foundation of Education

Time : 3 Hrs.        Full Marks : 80
1. Answer any five from the following questions (each within 50 words) :      2 x 5 = 10
(a) Why is Educational psychology called a science of education ?
(b) Write the four elements of the conditioning process.
(c) What are principles of classical conditioning ?
(d) What is Achievement Motivation Inventory ?
(e) List the four levels of concept development.
(f) Write some properties of traits.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Discuss briefly the laws of learning.
(b) Define interest. How can we arouse interest among the students ?
(c) Discuss in brief the steps of problem solving.
(d) Write briefly on ‘Creativity as new thinking’.
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 250 words) :    6 x 3 =18
(a) Discuss Skinner’s theory of operant conditioning with some of the concept used by him.
(b) Discuss the steps that can be given for developing of rational thinking.
(c) Write briefly about the relation between creativity and intelligence.
(d) What do you mean by Self-Reported Inventory ? Discuss its various types.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :   10 x 4 =40
(a) What is meant by educational psychology ? Write briefly about the scope of educational psychology.
(b) What is problem-solving ? Explain the steps that are followed in the task of problem-solving.
(c) What is creativity ? Write briefly about the non-verbal test of creative thinking.
(d) What is meant by mental hygiene ? Discuss the characteristics of a mentally healthy individual.
(e) What do you understand by Gestalt theory of learning ? State the implications of Gestalt theory in education.
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KRISHNA KANTA HANDIQUE STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY
M.A 1st Sem, Examination, 2016
Subject : Education
Paper-MED-03

Sociological Foundation of Education

Time : 3 Hrs.      Full Marks : 80
1. Answer any five from the following questions (each within 50 words) :     2 x 5 = 10
(a) What is the relationship between education and sociology.
(b) What is meant by social disorganization ?
(c) List out the difference between organized group and unorganized group.
(d)What do you mean by social stratification ?
(e) Point out the differences between culture and civilization.
(f) Write the causes of cultural lag.
2. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 150 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Explain in brief the different mechanism of social interaction.
(b) Difference between sympathetic and categorical contacts.
(c) What are the functions of the family as an agent of education ?
(d) Discuss the various factors affecting social mobility.
3. Answer any three from the following questions (each within 250 words) :    6 x 3 =18
(a) Discuss Durkheim’s three-fold classification of suicide.
(b) Write the factors which influence social organization.
(c) Discuss in brief Freud’s Psychoanalytic Theory of Socialization.
(d) State the various characteristics of caste.
4. Answer any four from the following questions. ( each within 500 words) :  10 x 4 =40
(a)Critically discuss Merton’s Theory of Deirance.    10
(b)What is Group Dynamic ? Discuss its various characteristics.     3 + 7 =10
(c)Discuss the functions of the school as an active and formal agency.     10
(d)Discuss the salient features of Indian traditional culture.    10
(e)Define culture. Discuss its factors of cultural variability.     3 + 7 =10
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KRISHNA KANTA HANDIQUE STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY
M.A 1st Sem, Examination, 2016
Subject : Education
Paper-MED-04

Methods and Techniques of Teaching and Teaching Practical

Time : 3 Hrs.        Full Marks : 80
1. Answer any four from the following questions (each within 50 words) :    2 x 4 = 8
(a) What is instructional model ?
(b) Write the types of teaching theories.
(c) Mention four characteristics of teaching objectives.
(d) What are classification of learning experience ?
(e) What is Analytic-Synthetic method ?
2. Answer any four from the following questions (each within 150 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Differentiate between inductive and deductive methods of teaching.
(b) Mention some qualities that make a teacher effective in teaching.
(c) Discuss the steps that are followed in preparing a teaching lesson.
(d) Give a brief description of formative evaluation.
3. Answer any two from the following questions (each within 250 words) :   5 x 2 =10
(a)What do you mean by Verbal Illustration ? How can Verbal Illustration be used in teaching ?
(b) “Instructional theory is a theory of teaching”. Comment on this statement and describe the main features of this theory of teaching.
(c) Give an account of projective method of teaching along with its merits and demerits.
4. Answer any two from the following questions ( each within 500 words) :                10 x 2 =20
(a) Write a detailed note on Bloom’s theory of taxonomy.
(b) Discuss the steps that are used for writing teaching objectives.
(c) Discuss the role of teaching aids that are useful in the teaching learning process.
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KRISHNA KANTA HANDIQUE STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY
M.A 1st Sem, Examination, 2014
Paper-01

Philosophical Foundation of Education

Time : 3Hrs                Full Marks : 80
1. Answer any five questions from the following (each within 50 words).    2 x 5 =10
(a) Mention four characteristics of philosophy.
(b) Explain the broad meaning of education.
(c) What do you mean by Vedic and Non-Vedic school of Indian philosophy ?
(d) What is the Gandhiji’s concept of ‘Nai-Talim’ ?
(e) Enumerate the concept of ‘productive and produced’ in Sankhya philosophy.
(f) What are the three aims of education according to Jainism.
(g) Discuss about Vivekananda’s ideas of women education.
2. Answer any three questions (each within 100 words).     4 x 3 =12
(a) Show your acquaintance with Nyaya philosophy.
(b) Point out the main principles of pragmatism in education.
(c) What are the defects of Gandhiji’s Basic Education Scheme ? Discuss.
(d) What are the aims of education according to existentialism ?
(e) ‘Sense realism is the basis of educational principles’ – Discuss this statement.
3. Answer any three questions (each within 200 words).       6 x 3 =18
(a) ‘Family is the first school of the child’ –Discuss.
(b) Discuss about the socio-cultural impact of Islamic knowledge on Indian Education.
(c) ‘Idealism has more to contribute to the aims and objectives of education than to its methods’ – Discuss this statement clearly bringing out the aims of education according to idealism.
(d) Briefly discuss about democratic philosophy of education.
(e) Write a short note on Sri Aurobindo’s philosophy on education.
4. Answer any four questions (limited your answer within 400 words each).       10 x 4 =40
(a) ‘Philosophy establishes the Fundamental theories and education examines their practicability and their reality’ – Elucidate this statement.
(b) What is Vedanta philosophy ? Discuss about the salient features of the Vedanta philosophy.
(c) Elucidate the concept of four noble truths of Buddhist philosophy. Discuss about the aims of education according to this philosophy.
(d) What is the philosophy of Marxism ? Discuss about the impacts of Marxism in theory practice of education.
(e) What are the basic principles of naturalism ? Point out its important contributions in the field of modern education.
(f) Briefly discuss the educational philosophy of Rabindranath Tagore and indicate hoe it was materialized in Shantiniketan.

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KRISHNA KANTA HANDIQUE STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY
M.A 1st Sem, Examination, 2014
Paper-02

Psychological Foundation of Education

Time : 3Hrs      Full Marks : 80
1. Answer any five questions from the following (each within 50 words) :    2 x 5 =10
(a) What is educational psychology is called a science of education ?
(b) What are the steps involved in Thorndike’s trial and error theory of learning ?
(c) What are the instruments of thinking ?
(d) What are the steps of concreate development ?
(e) Write three dimensions of creative performance measurement.
(f) Analyse Allport’s definition on personality.
(g) What do you mean by Basic Personality Inventory ?
2. Answer any three questions from the following (each within 100 words) :      4 x 3 =12
(a) What are the merits and demerits of experimental method as a method of psychology ?
(b) Write briefly Thorndike’s Law of readiness’ and ‘Law of effect’.
(c) What do you mean by Pavlov’s classical conditioning’?
(d) Write certain guidelines that may aid in arousing interests of students.
(e) Write briefly on ‘personality as a stimulus’.
3. Answer any three questions from the following (each within 250 words) 6 x 3 =18
(a) Discuss Skinner’s theory of operant conditioning with some of the concepts used by him.
(b) State the qualities of a creative teacher.
(c) What are the properties of traits theory of personality ? Explain with reference to the R.B. Cattell’s classification.
(d) Discuss the characteristics of attention.
(e) Suggest some measures taken by school in securing mental health of the students.
4. Answer any four questions from the following (within 400 words each) :     10 x 4 =40
(a) What is educational psychology ? Discuss the scope of educational psychology .   2 + 8 =10
(b) What do you understand by Gestalt theory of learning ? State the implications of Gestalt theory of in education.   3 + 7 = 10
(c) Define rational thinking. How will you give training in rational thinking among the students as a teacher. Discuss.   2 + 8 = 10
(d) What is problem solving ? Explain the steps in effective  problem solving behaviour.
(e) Critically explain the history and development of intelligence tests in India.   10
(f) What is meant by mental hygiene ? Discuss the characteristics of a mentally healthy individual.   3 + 7 = 10

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M.A 1st Sem, Examination, 2014
Paper-03

Sociological Foundation of Education

Time : 3 Hrs      Full Marks : 80
1. Answer any five questions from the following (each within 50 words) :    2 x 5 =10
(a) Define educational Sociology.
(b) Mention two characteristics of social organizations.
(c) What is meant by social interaction ?
(d) Mention any two characteristics of a social group.
(e) What do you mean by social stratification ?
(f) Give a comprehensive definition of culture.
(g) What do you mean by socialization ?
2. Answer any three questions from the following (each within 100 words) :   4 x 3 =12
(a) Write briefly the scope of educational sociology.
(b) Distinction between formal and informal organization.
(c) Write briefly the mechanism of social interaction.
(d) Mention the functions of social stratification.
(e) Mention the differences between culture and civilization.
3. Answer any three questions from the following (each within 250 words) :     6 x 3 =18
(a) Mention the salient features of Durkheim’s work in the field of sociology.
(b) Discuss the characteristics of group dynamics.
(c) Discuss the difference between primary group and secondary group.
(d) Discuss the role of school as an agent of socialization.
(e) Discuss the relationship between culture and education.
4. Answer any four questions from the following (within 400 words each) :     10 x 4 =40
(a) Critically discuss Merton’s ‘Theory of Deviance’.
(b) What do you mean by social disorganization ? Enumerate the factors responsible for social disorganization.
(c) Define cultural lag. Critically discuss cultural lag theory.
(d) What is social mobility ? Explain the role education in facilitating social mobility.
(e) Outline the characteristics of socialization. Discuss the role of family in socialization process.
(f) What are the different classifications of social groups ? Discuss any one classification with example.

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KRISHNA KANTA HANDIQUE STATE OPEN UNIVERSITY
M.A 1st Sem, Examination, 2014
Paper-04

Method & Techniques of Teaching & Teaching Practical

Time : 2Hrs      Full Marks : 50
1. Answer any four questions from the following (each within 50 words).    2 x 4 =8
(a) What is instructional model ?
(b) Mention four characteristics of good teaching.
(c) What are the precautions that need to be taken while using the bulletin board as a teaching aid ?
(d) Name four psychological principles of teaching.
(e) Name four advantages of team teaching.
(f) What is the importance of formulating educational objectives ?
2. Answer any three (each within 100 words):   4 x 3 =12
(a) Explain the principles of learning by doing.
(b) What are the advantages of observation as an evaluation techniques ?
(c) Differentiate between analysis and synthesis.
(d) Define a lesson plan.
(e) What is the importance of Heuristic Method ?
3. Answer two from the following (each within 250 words) :  5 x 2 =10
(a) Why is it important for a teacher to understand the psychological needs of the learner. Explain.
(b) ‘Teaching is a challenging job’ – Justify your answer citing proper examples.
(c) How does Evaluation differ from Measurement ?
(d) What are the advantages of using blackboard as a teaching aid ?
4. Answer any two questions from the following ( limit your answer within 400 words) :          10 x 2 =20
(a) Describe the nature of teaching. What are the qualities of an effective teacher ?
(b) Explain B.S. Bloom’s taxonomy of teaching objectives.
(c) Explain with illustration the various strategies of teaching.
(d) Differentiate between seminar, brain storming and workshop.

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Lord Curzon's Educational Policy

1. Introduction of Lord Curzon's Policy

Ans: It was at this critical time in 1899 that Lord Curzon came to India as the Viceroy. He came India to strengthen and develop the British Empire.

     Soon after his arrival Curzon was a man of determination and efficient administrator that attracted his attention was the prevailing condition of education in India and its drawbacks.

   In order to raise the efficiency and to improve the general standard of education, He called a conference of the Directors of Public Instruction at Shimla in 1901 where Lord Curzon presided over the meeting. The meeting discussed the existing situation of Indian Education from primary to higher level, its defects and proposals for reform.

     Keeping in view of the poor quality and quantity of education, Lord Curzon had realised the need of improving primary education in the country.

2. Mention and briefly discussed six important suggestions given by Lord Curzon regarding Primary Education in India.

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What suggestions were given in Lord Curzon’s educational policy regarding the development of elementary education in India.

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Discuss and comment on Lord Curzon’s policy on Primary Education.

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Discuss the Educational Policy of Lord Curzon with reference to primary education.

Ans: Following are the important suggestions or recommendations given by Lord Curzon’s Policy on Primary Education in India:

i. Giving- grant-in-aid :

He made liberal grant system to remove the major hurdle of financial strife in primary education.

ii. Giving up the system of Payment-by-results :

He remove discriminatory system of payment by result for primary education.

iii. Training for teachers :

He emphasised on training of the primary teachers for qualitative improvement which should not be less than two years.

iv. Reform in Curriculum :

He tried to improve primary curriculum by including agriculture and physical education as a subjects of study.

v. Improved method of teaching :

He wanted to modernise our system of education like by introducing Kindergarten method.

(vi) Improvement of Teacher’s pay :

He tried to make pay scale of primary teachers to equal level throughout the country.

(vii) He had tried to remove traditionalism in our primary education and tried to make it more useful, practical and modern.

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3. Write short note on Lord Curzon's Policy on Secondary Education.

Ans: In the field of secondary education, Lord Curzon just observed the recommendation of the Indian Education Commission of 1882 had outlived their utility for the improvement of secondary schools if it required. As regard policy on secondary education, Lord Curzon adopted the following measures:

i. For raising the efficiency of government schools, large grants were sanctioned to provincial governments.

ii. Training institutions for secondary school teachers were increased.

iii. For maintaining control the inspectorate was strengthened.

3. Write short note on Lord Curzon's Policy on Vocational Education.

Ans: It was under Lord Curzon that he organized the Department of Agriculture and established at Pusha a central Research Institute to give the highest training in agriculture in India itself where he suggested the following on vocational education :

(i) Expansion of Vocational and Agriculture Education:

Lord Curzon gave a great fillip to the expansion of vocational and agriculture education under the departments of agriculture.

(ii) staffed Agricultural College:

He also suggested that All the provinces of India must have a properly equipped and properly staffed Agricultural College.

(iii) Subject of Agriculture:

He suggested that agriculture should be included as a subject of study in the middle and high schools.

(iv) Scholarship for higher education:

He also instituted a large number of scholarship for sending Indian students for technological studies to the foreign countries.

(v) School of Art:

He also recognized the School of Art.

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Chapter-1 Concept and Aims of Education.
Chapter-2 Stages of Human Development.
Chapter-3 School and Its Organisation.
Chapter-4 (A) Psychology and Education.
Chapter-4 (B) Educational psychology and Its Significance.
Chapter-5 Physical Basis of Mental Life.
Chapter-6 Bases and Direction of Human Behaviour.
Chapter-7 Primary Education in India and Assam.
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