Mock Test on BA Psychology / Sociology / Geography

Which theory emphasizes the role of cultural symbols in shaping social reality?

Who is known for introducing the concept of ‘anomie’ in sociology?

What term describes the lifelong process by which individuals learn and internalize societal norms and values?

Which concept explains the division of society based on differences in wealth and occupation?

Who introduced the idea of ‘life chances’ as a measure of an individual’s opportunity to improve their quality of life?

The central concern of conflict theory is the struggle for what?

Which term is used to describe a society where a small group holds the majority of power?

What is the term for the systematic hierarchy that allocates resources and opportunities within a society?

Who developed the concept of the ‘Looking Glass Self’ that explains self-image formation through others’ perceptions?

Which sociological perspective focuses on the symbolic meanings emerging from everyday social interactions?

Which term refers to an individual’s enduring pattern of thoughts, feelings, and behaviors?

Who is considered the founder of psychoanalysis?

In Erikson’s theory of psychosocial development, which stage involves forming close, committed relationships?

What is the process called by which individuals acquire new knowledge, skills, and behaviors?

Which approach in psychology focuses solely on observable behavior rather than internal mental states?

Which mental shortcut helps people make decisions quickly but can sometimes lead to errors?

According to Maslow’s hierarchy, which need represents the pinnacle of personal development?

Which type of memory temporarily holds information for immediate processing?

What is the process called that describes the gradual fading of information from memory?

Which term best describes the gradual improvement in performance as a result of repeated practice?

Which river is often regarded as the lifeline of central India due to its cultural and economic importance?

Which landform is created by the deposition of sediments at the mouth of a river?

The Himalayan mountain range was formed primarily due to the collision of which tectonic plates?

Which climate classification system is most widely used for describing world climates?

What is the term for ground that remains frozen for at least two consecutive years?

Which region in India receives the highest amount of annual rainfall?

Which landform is typically created as a result of prolonged river erosion?

What is the term for the process that drives the upward movement of Earth’s crust forming mountains?

Which ocean borders India to the south?

What is the primary natural force responsible for coastal erosion?

Who is regarded as the chief architect of the Indian Constitution?

Which event directly paved the way for the partition of India in 1947?

What term describes a system where power is shared between a central government and regional entities?

Which characteristic is most typical of a parliamentary system of government?

Which political ideology centers its analysis on class struggle and economic inequality?

Who was the first woman to serve as the Prime Minister of India?

During which historical period was the Non-Aligned Movement established?

Which Article of the Indian Constitution guarantees the freedom of speech and expression?

In modern political discourse, what does ‘secularism’ primarily imply?

What was the primary focus of the Dandi March led by Mahatma Gandhi?

Which economic system is characterized by private ownership of the means of production and profit-driven enterprise?

What term describes government policies aimed at reducing income disparities by redistributing wealth?

Who is credited with developing the theory of ‘comparative advantage’ in international trade?

What does the abbreviation GDP stand for?

Which economic indicator measures the average change in prices over time for consumer goods and services?

What is defined as an overall increase in the prices of goods and services in an economy?

Which economic theory supports active government intervention to mitigate economic downturns?

What term describes the proportion of the workforce that is without a job and actively seeking employment?

Which international organization is primarily known for offering financial assistance to developing nations?

Which policy is designed to lessen economic inequality by providing financial support directly to citizens?

What does ‘cultural relativism’ mean?

Who is the author of the influential work “Orientalism”?

What is the primary focus of postcolonial theory?

Which term describes the spread and blending of cultural elements from one society to another?

The term “melting pot” is often used to describe a society in which:

Who is widely regarded as the father of the Indian Renaissance?

Which festival is popularly known as the “festival of lights” in India?

The Ashoka Chakra in the Indian flag symbolizes:

Which language is spoken by the largest number of people in India?

Which ancient text is often referred to as the “fifth Veda” due to its philosophical significance?

Which field studies the interplay between society and technological innovation?

Which of the following is a renewable energy source?

In educational contexts, what does ICT stand for?

Which technology is most commonly used for contactless payment systems?

What term describes the rapid spread of information through online networks and social media?

Which innovation is most closely linked with advances in artificial intelligence?

What is the primary purpose of a Geographic Information System (GIS)?

Which branch of science deals with the study of weather and atmospheric phenomena?

The term “big data” refers to:

Which technology is designed for wireless communication over very short distances?

What does the term ‘biodiversity’ mean?

Which process allows plants to convert sunlight into chemical energy?

Which gas is the primary contributor to the greenhouse effect?

What term describes the long-term rise in Earth’s average surface temperature?

Which international agreement was designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions?

Which of the following is considered a non-renewable resource?

Which environmental disaster is associated with a catastrophic release of radioactive material?

Which practice is most effective for conserving water in urban areas?

What term best describes the total number of species within an ecosystem?

Which factor is a major contributor to urban air pollution?

Which discipline examines the relationship between human behavior and the natural environment?

Which research method involves gathering in-depth personal perspectives through open-ended questions?

What is the main advantage of qualitative research over quantitative research?

Which approach in research involves building theories from the data collected?

In research methodology, what does ‘validity’ primarily refer to?

Which research design is best suited for establishing cause–effect relationships?

In statistics, what does the term ‘mean’ represent?

What is the primary purpose of a literature review in academic research?

Which software tool is commonly used for qualitative data analysis?

What is the main function of a hypothesis in research?

Which ethical principle in research emphasizes that participants must agree to take part voluntarily?

What does ‘sampling’ mean in the context of research methodology?

Which method is used to systematically analyze textual or visual data in research?

What is ‘response bias’ in survey research?

Which research design involves observing subjects in their natural settings without interference?

How is ‘research’ best defined?

Which statistical measure is used to indicate the amount of variation or dispersion in a dataset?

Qualitative research primarily focuses on which of the following?

Which type of research is best suited for exploring new topics where little prior information exists?

What is the primary purpose of conducting a mock test?