Variations in Psychological Attributes: Class 12 Previous Year Questions

Variations in Psychological Attributes questions asked in CBSE board exams

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1. (a) Elaborate on the concept of buddhi and specify how intelligence in the Indian tradition lays emphasis on its connectivity with social and environmental world. 4 OR (b) Individuals who are categorised as having intellectual disability show significant varia…
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2. Rohan, a 10-year-old diagnosed with intellectual deficiency as per AAMD guidelines, is supported with a special education plan. Based on his diagnosis, identify two common features he might display in his daily functioning.
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3. Identify two differences between Psychometric theories and Information processing theories of intelligence.
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4. (a) Find out the IQ of a 14-year-old child with a mental age of 16. 2 OR (b) Differentiate between a verbal and a non-verbal test.
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5. Neha always scores well in school assessments and is appreciated for her sharp, critical ability, reasoning and analytical thinking. Which form of intelligence is she most likely demonstrating ? 1 (A) Naturalistic Intelligence (B) Contextual Intelligence (C) C…
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6. g 22. (a) Analyze the relationship between intelligence and creativity, based on Terman’s research findings. 3 OR (b) Evaluate how Gardner’s view of intelligence as an independent and interactive type challenges the traditional notions of a singular, unified i…
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7. In this question, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the appropriate option. Assertion (A): The theory of primary mental abilities states that intelligence consists of primary abilities, each o…
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8. Vimal is brought up in a society which is technologically advanced. Explain the intelligence that is adopted by him. Is it likely to be tuned by the cultural factors ? Give reasons for your answer.
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9. Mohit understands the motives, feelings and behaviours of other people and can develop a comfortable relationship with them. He also likes to travel as he recognises the beauty of different species of flora and fauna. Identify the types of intelligence that Mo…
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10. Intelligence by itself does not ensure creativity' Do you agree with this statement ? Give reasons and examples in support of your answer.
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13. Page 3 of 23 1. Grade 11. To know where his strengths lie, the School Counsellor suggested that he take an aptitude test. What form of aptitude test do you think would be given to him ? 1 (a) Specialised (b) Independent (c) Generalised (d) Vocational 63 Page 4…
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14. Page 15 of 23 18. In the following question, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Select the correct choice from (a), (b), (c), (d). 1 Assertion (A) : Children from disadvantaged homes, when adopted into families with higher s…
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15. Sonam's intelligence tests reveal that she has exceptional general ability. Identify this variation of intelligence and its characteristics. How can the school help her reach her full potential?
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16. Academic achievement is often measured through school marks, yet many individuals succeed in life without excelling academically. Explain this observation with reference to Gardner’s Theory of Multiple Intelligences.
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17. Akram loved his job but he was unhappy with his team leader. When Akram was approached with a better job offer, he recommended the name of his team leader who willingly accepted it. According to Sternberg, explain the type of intelligence Akram used to modify …
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18. *There is no change in the Question Paper Design and Assessment Pattern for Academic Session 2026-27. Q23 A) Yasmin, a psychologist, finds that children from rural areas score lower than urban children on intelligence tests. Identify the factors that would hav…
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19. What are the characteristics of the information processing approach to understanding intelligence? OR State the features of a normal curve with respect to intelligence quotient.
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20. Some children throw temper tantrums every time their demand is not fulfilled. Suggest the most appropriate behavioural technique that would help modify this behaviour.
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