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PG193 MSY-12

M.Sc. DEGREE EXAMINATION


JUNE 2013.
First Year

ADVANCED SOCIAL PSYCHOLOGY

Time : 3 hours Maximum marks : 75

PART A (3 5 = 15 marks)

Answer any THREE questions.

Each answer not to exceed 1 page.

1. Enumerate the factors contributing to social


behaviour.

2. Explain the sources of error in attribution.

3. Describe the personal characteristics of people


helping others.

4. Give a brief account on catharsis.

5. What are environmental stressors?


PART B (4 15 = 60 marks)

Answer any FOUR questions.

Each answer not to exceed 4 pages.

6. Discuss the advantages and limitations of the


methods used in social psychological research.

7. Explain the meaning and theories of attribution.

8. Write an essay on the types and formation of


groups.

9. Describe the components of attitude and suggest


some strategies for changing the attitudes.

10. Outline the factors that contribute to prosocial


behaviour.

11. Examine the various theories of aggression.

12. Elucidate the impact of urban environment on


social behaviour.

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