PUNJAB PUBLIC SERVICE COMMISSION
Combined Competitive Examination (CCE) 2019
For Recruitment to the Posts of Provincial Management Service (PMS)
SUBJECT: Psychology (Paper-I)
Time Allowed: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Note: Attempt any five questions in all. Attempt in Urdu or English.
Q. No. 1
What are the extremes of intelligence? Discuss in detail. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 2
Differentiate between short-term and long-term memory. Discuss various methods for memory improvement. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 3
In your opinion, what are the social dilemmas that lead towards conflict, and how can they be resolved? (20 Marks)
Q. No. 4
Define the nervous system and its role in human functioning. Describe the central nervous system, its components, and their functions. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 5
How do we gain knowledge of the external world through sensations? Describe the structure and functions of the human eye. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 6
i) Describe the factors involved in perception.
ii) Describe the nature of perceptual organization.
(10 + 10 = 20 Marks)
Q. No. 7
What are motives? Explain primary and secondary motives in detail. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 8
Write a detailed note on any TWO of the following: (10 + 10 = 20 Marks)
a) Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs
b) Endocrine system
c) Operant conditioning
SUBJECT: Psychology (Paper-II)
Time Allowed: 3 Hours
Maximum Marks: 100
Note: Attempt any five questions in all. Attempt in Urdu or English.
Q. No. 1
Compare and discuss Psychoanalytic Theory and Humanistic Theory regarding assumptions of personality development. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 2
“Reliable diagnoses are essential for guiding treatment recommendations.” Discuss in the context of DSM-5. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 3
Ethics are very important in the research and practice of psychology. Highlight and discuss ethical issues in psychology. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 4
Define abnormal behavior. Discuss generalized anxiety disorders and phobic disorders in detail. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 5
Differentiate between counseling and psychotherapy. Explain the psychodynamic perspective of psychotherapy. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 6
Define prosocial behavior and antisocial behavior. Explain factors promoting aggression among youth and suggest measures to reduce aggression. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 7
Descriptive research is more suitable for collecting authentic data in behavioral science research. Comment on the statement with arguments. (20 Marks)
Q. No. 8
Elaborate any TWO of the following: (10 + 10 = 20 Marks)
a) Prejudice
b) Leadership styles
c) Psychology of conflict and peace
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