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Question 1

Appeared in Year: 2018

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Explain the interrelationship among achievement motivation, entrepreneurial behavior, and economic development. Discuss critically as to whether achievement motivation can be enhanced through training. Cite relevant Indian studies. (Paper 2 Section B)

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Definitions

  • The term achievement motivation may be defined by independently considering the words achievement and motivation. Achievement refers to competence (a condition or quality of effectiveness, ability, sufficiency, or success) . Motivation refers to the energization (instigation) and direction (aim) of behavior. Thus, achievement motivation …

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Question 2

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Explain Herzberg՚s theory of work-motivation. Critically comment on its relevance in Indian context. (Paper 2 Section A)

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Herzberg՚s Theory of Work-Motivation

  • Frederick Herzberg՚s well known Two-Factor Theory was designed in year 1959. Based on two hundred engineers and accountant feedback collected in the USA regarding their personal feelings towards their working environments, Herzberg defined two sets of factors in deciding employees working attitudes and level of p…

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Question 3

Appeared in Year: 2017

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Which needs should one be high on to be a successful entrepreneur? Explain on the basis of Maslow՚s Hierarchy of Needs. (Paper 1)

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Maslow՚s Hierarchy of Needs

  • Abraham Maslow explained about human needs on the basis of humanistic perspective.
  • He developed a five-tier model to explain about different human needs in a hierarchical basis.
  • The needs are physiological needs, safety needs, love and belonging, esteem needs and self-actualization. Needs at the basic levels should be met f…

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Question 4

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Explain the nature of sensitivity training. Comment on its utility as an organizational development technique. (Paper 2 Section A)

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Sensitivity Training

  • Sensitivity training is a psychological technique in which intensive group discussion and interaction are used to increase individual awareness of self and others.
  • It is practiced in a variety of forms under such names as T-group, encounter group, human relations, and group-dynamics training.
Nature of Sensitivity Training

Nature o…

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Question 5

Appeared in Year: 2018

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What role can psychologist play in promoting psychological well-being of defence personnel in the context of prolonged derivational and stressful condition?

(Paper 2 Section B)

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Promoting Psychological Well-Being

  • Mental health is an expression of emotions, which signifies a successful adaptation to a range of demands. Psychological well-being is one of the most significant behavioural aspects of those military personnel who have spent their quality lifetime in the service of a nation. They have made best use of their abilit…

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Question 6

Appeared in Year: 2017

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Critically evaluate the role of self-report personality inventories in personnel selection. (Paper II)

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Self-Report Personality Inventories in Personnel Selection

  • A self-report inventory is a type of psychological test in which a person fills out a survey or questionnaire with or without the help of an investigator.
    • Self-report inventories often ask direct questions about personal interests, values, symptoms, behaviours, and traits or personality types…

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