In NCERT Class 12 Psychology Chapter 7, titled "Social Influence and Group Processes", students explore the dynamics of social influence, including conformity, compliance, and obedience. The chapter also examines the characteristics and functions of groups, the processes of group formation, and the impact of groupthink on decision-making.
This article provides a comprehensive resource for exam preparation. It includes sample MCQs and subjective questions for CBSE and CUET, alongside downloadable PDFs of Class 12 Psychology Chapter 7 MCQs and previous year questions for detailed practice of NCERT Class 12 Social Influence and Group Processes.
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Class 12 Psychology Chapter 7 MCQs
This question bank includes previous years' CUET and CBSE MCQs, along with questions curated by subject experts. Below are 5 sample multiple-choice questions (MCQs) for Class 12 Psychology Chapter 7: Social Influence and Group Processes. For the full set of 50 questions, download the PDF using the link provided below.
1- Which of the following are positive effects of television on behaviour?
(a) It provides a large amount of infotainment in an attractive form
(b) It affects children’s ability to concentrate
(c) It affects the aggression and violence level of viewers
(d) It has led to consumerism
2. Which of the following is NOT a reason for people to join groups?
(a) Security (b) Self–Esteem (c) Status (d) Connection
3. Simran is the new kid in class. She now has become friends with ‘the popular kids’ of the class who won the inter-school match. Her reason for joining this group is:
(a) Provide knowledge (b) Security (c) Status (d) Goal achievement
4. Tuckman suggested that groups pass through 5 stages of group formation. Arrange the following in correct order.
(A) Storming (B) Norming (C) Adjourning
(D) Forming (E) Performing
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
(a) (D), (A), (B), (E), (C) (b) (D), (A), (B), (C), (E)
(c) (B), (D), (A), (E), (C) (d) (B), (A), (D), (E), (C)
5. A protest for the protection of human rights turned into an impulsive and hostile group which went into a frenzy. Identify the type of group being talked about:
(a) Audience (b) Mob (c) Team (d) Crowd
Class 12 Psychology Chapter 7 Subjective Questions Without Solutions
This question bank includes previous years' CBSE subjective questions (2 marks and above) without solutions, along with expert-curated questions. Below are 4 sample subjective questions for Class 12 Psychology Chapter 7: Social Influence and Group Processes. To access all questions, download the PDF from the link provided below.
- Enumerate the four stages of group formation.
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- Explain any two characteristics of a group.
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- What are the stages of group formation?
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- Mary found herself very lonely when she joined a new college, but soon felt at ease when she made friends and became a member of a hobby group too. With the help of this example, discuss the conditions that lead to group formation.
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Sub Areas of Chapter 7: Social Influence and Group Processes
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Sub Topics
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Social Influence and Group Processes
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7.1 Introduction
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7.2 Nature and Types of Social Influence
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7.3 Conformity, Compliance, and Obedience
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7.4 Groups: Characteristics and Types
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7.5 Group Formation Processes
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7.6 Groupthink and Its Implications
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7.7 Leadership and Group Dynamics
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Review of NCERT Class 12 Psychology Chapter 7
In NCERT Class 12 Psychology Chapter 7, "Social Influence and Group Processes," students explore the role of social influence in shaping behavior and group dynamics. The chapter highlights the processes of conformity, compliance, and obedience, as well as the impact of leadership and groupthink on decision-making.
Mastering this chapter is essential for understanding how social influence operates in groups and society. By practicing MCQs and subjective questions, students can develop a comprehensive understanding of group processes and their significance.