Social Work & Sociology Quiz
1. Evaluation of clients’ present problem the way he is experiencing is
- (A) Etiological diagnosis
- (B) Clinical diagnosis
- (C) Dynamic diagnosis
- (D) Social diagnosis
Answer: (C) Dynamic diagnosis
Explanation: Dynamic diagnosis focuses on the client’s current experience of the problem.
2. Which is not the nature of community?
- (A) Geographical area
- (B) Common ties
- (C) Social interaction
- (D) Individualism
Answer: (D) Individualism
Explanation: Community emphasizes collective ties, not individualism.
3. Arrange the following steps in relation to self-help groups in correct sequence:
- 1. Lending, repayment and maintaining accounts and records
- 2. Arranging regular meetings with the group.
- 3. Identifying the area and forming a group of women with common interests.
- 4. Training and capacity building for sustenance and empowerment
- 5. Deciding on the amount for contribution and pooling the money.
Codes:
- (A) 4, 3, 2, 5, 1
- (B) 5, 4, 3, 2, 1
- (C) 3, 2, 5, 1, 4
- (D) 2, 3, 4, 1, 5
Answer: (C) 3, 2, 5, 1, 4
Explanation: The logical sequence starts with forming the group, followed by meetings, financial decisions, operations, and training.
4. Which two variables are used to study the effects of psychotropic drugs?
- (A) Social status and family background
- (B) Lack of mental health resources and their supply shortage
- (C) Characteristics of psychotropic drugs and the expertise of those prescribing them
- (D) Marketing of psychotropic drugs and the role of the psychotropic drug mafia
Answer: (C) Characteristics of psychotropic drugs and the expertise of those prescribing them
Explanation: These variables directly relate to the drugs’ effects and administration.
5. Which of the following is not true regarding the importance of the role of NGOs in mental health?
- (A) Severe shortage of psychiatrists and other trained personnel
- (B) Adequate availability of government funding for NGOs
- (C) Lack of cost-effective strategies and interventions
- (D) Lack of awareness among people and associated social stigma
Answer: (B) Adequate availability of government funding for NGOs
Explanation: NGOs often face funding shortages, making this statement false.
6. Arrange the authorities under the Industrial Disputes Act in the sequence for resolving industrial disputes:
- 1. Board of Conciliation
- 2. Works Committee
- 3. Conciliation Officer
- 4. Court of Inquiry
Codes:
- (A) 1, 3, 2, 4
- (B) 2, 3, 1, 4
- (C) 2, 4, 3, 1
- (D) 3, 1, 2, 4
Answer: (B) 2, 3, 1, 4
Explanation: The sequence follows the procedural hierarchy under the Act.
7. Which is the correct sequence in social case work process?
- (A) Intake, investigation, diagnosis, treatment
- (B) Intake, diagnosis, investigation, treatment
- (C) Intake, diagnosis, treatment, investigation
- (D) Intake, investigation, treatment, diagnosis
Answer: (A) Intake, investigation, diagnosis, treatment
Explanation: This is the standard sequence in social casework.
8. The sequential phases in a social action method are
- Sensitization
- Awareness Building
- Mobilization
- Mass Action
Codes:
- (A) I, II, III, IV
- (B) II, I, III, IV
- (C) III, I, II, IV
- (D) I, II, IV, III
Answer: (A) I, II, III, IV
Explanation: Social action follows this logical progression.
9. Assertion (A): Psychosomatic problems are addressed by the case workers. Reason (R): Psychological aspects can have influence on the physical conditions of an individual.
Codes:
- (A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
- (B) Both (A) and (R) are not correct.
- (C) Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
- (D) (A) is correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Answer: (A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
Explanation: Psychological factors influence psychosomatic issues, which caseworkers address.
10. Assertion (A): A scientific hypothesis is a proposed explanation of a phenomenon, which still has to be rigorously tested. Reason (R): A working hypothesis is a provisionally accepted hypothesis proposed for further research.
Codes:
- (A) (A) is correct and (R) is incorrect.
- (B) Both (A) and (R) are correct, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
- (C) Both (A) and (R) are incorrect.
- (D) Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the explanation of (A).
Answer: (D) Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the explanation of (A).
Explanation: Both statements are true but address different concepts.
11. Assertion (A): Tribal people live in scattered or isolated settlements. Reason (R): Tribal society is distinct compared to other societies.
Codes:
- (A) Both (A) and (R) are correct.
- (B) Both (A) and (R) are not correct.
- (C) (A) is correct, but (R) is not correct.
- (D) (A) is not correct, but (R) is correct.
Answer: (A) Both (A) and (R) are correct.
Explanation: Tribal settlements are often isolated, and their societies are distinct.
12. Assertion (A): Recording is important in social group work to achieve the objectives of the group. Reason (R): Recording enables the worker to prepare programmes and make work plans for effectiveness.
Codes:
- (A) (A) is correct and (R) is not correct.
- (B) (A) is not correct and (R) is correct.
- (C) Both (A) and (R) are correct.
- (D) Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Answer: (C) Both (A) and (R) are correct.
Explanation: Recording is crucial, and the reason explains its role in planning.
13. Match the following items given in List - I with the items given in List - II:
List - I
- Provision for just and humane conditions of work and maternity relief
- Right to work, education and public assistance in certain cases
- Living wages etc. for workers
- Organisation of Village Panchayats
List - II
- 1. Article 40
- 2. Article 41
- 3. Article 42
- 4. Article 43
Codes:
- (A) a-1, b-3, c-2, d-4
- (B) a-3, b-1, c-4, d-2
- (C) a-3, b-2, c-4, d-1
- (D) a-1, b-3, c-4, d-2
Answer: (C) a-3, b-2, c-4, d-1
Explanation: Correct matching based on the Indian Constitution’s Directive Principles.
14. Match the following and select the answer from the codes given below:
List - I
- The Minimum Wages Act
- The Maternity Benefit Act
- The Plantation Act
- The Trade Unions Act
List - II
- 1. 1926
- 2. 1951
- 3. 1948
- 4. 1961
Codes:
- (A) a-2, b-4, c-1, d-3
- (B) a-3, b-4, c-2, d-1
- (C) a-1, b-3, c-4, d-2
- (D) a-4, b-3, c-2, d-1
Answer: (B) a-3, b-4, c
