Page 1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
PSYCHOLOGY (037)
Sample Question Paper*
Class – XII (2025-2026)
Time – 3 Hours Max Marks – 70
General Instructions:
? All questions are mandatory unless specified otherwise.
? Section A (Q1-14): Each question carries 1 mark. Answer as directed.
? Section B (Q15-19): Very Short Answer Type-I questions, 2 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 30 words.
? Section C (Q20-23): Short Answer Type-II questions, 3 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 60 words.
? Section D (Q24-27): Long Answer Type-I questions, 4 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 120 words.
? Section E (Q28-29): Long Answer Type-II questions, 6 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 200 words.
? Section F (Q30-33): Case-based questions. One-mark questions: Word limit for each
question is 20 words; Two-mark questions: Word limit for each question is 30 words.
? There is no overall choice. However, internal choices have been provided in some questions.
A student has to attempt only one of the alternatives in such questions.
S. No Section A Marks
Q1 Neeta is conducting interviews for candidates applying for a senior management
role. She uses the same set of questions with each candidate. Why is this type of
interview beneficial?
a. It allows candidates to showcase their unique personalities.
b. It helps create a positive impression of the interviewer.
c. It ensures all candidates are assessed using the structured interview.
d. It gives candidates the freedom to discuss any topic they want because it is
structured.
1
Q2 Why does a strong sense of social competence enhance a person's self-esteem?
a. By making them superior to others in every area.
b. By fostering social connection and positive reinforcement.
c. By ensuring that they excel in academic competence as well.
d. By encouraging them to focus solely on physical appearance.
1
Q3 Sonia has to be assessed for abilities such as logical reasoning and clear thinking.
The test used by the psychologist will involve the following:
a. Convergent thinking
1
Page 2
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
PSYCHOLOGY (037)
Sample Question Paper*
Class – XII (2025-2026)
Time – 3 Hours Max Marks – 70
General Instructions:
? All questions are mandatory unless specified otherwise.
? Section A (Q1-14): Each question carries 1 mark. Answer as directed.
? Section B (Q15-19): Very Short Answer Type-I questions, 2 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 30 words.
? Section C (Q20-23): Short Answer Type-II questions, 3 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 60 words.
? Section D (Q24-27): Long Answer Type-I questions, 4 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 120 words.
? Section E (Q28-29): Long Answer Type-II questions, 6 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 200 words.
? Section F (Q30-33): Case-based questions. One-mark questions: Word limit for each
question is 20 words; Two-mark questions: Word limit for each question is 30 words.
? There is no overall choice. However, internal choices have been provided in some questions.
A student has to attempt only one of the alternatives in such questions.
S. No Section A Marks
Q1 Neeta is conducting interviews for candidates applying for a senior management
role. She uses the same set of questions with each candidate. Why is this type of
interview beneficial?
a. It allows candidates to showcase their unique personalities.
b. It helps create a positive impression of the interviewer.
c. It ensures all candidates are assessed using the structured interview.
d. It gives candidates the freedom to discuss any topic they want because it is
structured.
1
Q2 Why does a strong sense of social competence enhance a person's self-esteem?
a. By making them superior to others in every area.
b. By fostering social connection and positive reinforcement.
c. By ensuring that they excel in academic competence as well.
d. By encouraging them to focus solely on physical appearance.
1
Q3 Sonia has to be assessed for abilities such as logical reasoning and clear thinking.
The test used by the psychologist will involve the following:
a. Convergent thinking
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
b. Divergent thinking
c. Both convergent and divergent thinking
d. Open -ended questions
Q4 In logotherapy, which of the following is considered essential for coping with life's
challenges?
a. Identifying and altering negative thought patterns to develop a more positive
mindset
b. Finding a personal sense of meaning or purpose, even in difficult situations
c. Using reinforcement to increase desired behaviours and reduce problematic
ones
d. Replacing irrational beliefs with logical, realistic ones to improve emotional
well-being
1
Q5 Sachin often calls out answers in class without raising his hand. To change this
behaviour, the teacher starts ignoring him when he calls out but praises him every
time, he raises his hand before speaking. What strategy is the teacher using?
a. Positive reinforcement
b. Punishment
c. Differential reinforcement
d. Negative reinforcement
1
Q6 Which of the following best demonstrates the concept of empathy in a therapeutic
setting?
a. A therapist offers advice to the client on how to resolve their issues based on
personal experiences.
b. A therapist encourages the client to move past their emotions and focus only on
logical solutions to their problems.
c. A therapist remains neutral and detached to maintain professionalism, avoiding
emotional involvement in the client’s experiences.
d. A therapist carefully listens to the client’s experiences and expresses
understanding of the client’s emotions, allowing the client to feel heard and
valued.
1
Q7 Wellbeing is _____.
a. Maintenance and survival
b. Growth and fulfilment
c. Following the norms of society
d. Not only maintenance and survival but also growth and fulfilment
1
Page 3
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
PSYCHOLOGY (037)
Sample Question Paper*
Class – XII (2025-2026)
Time – 3 Hours Max Marks – 70
General Instructions:
? All questions are mandatory unless specified otherwise.
? Section A (Q1-14): Each question carries 1 mark. Answer as directed.
? Section B (Q15-19): Very Short Answer Type-I questions, 2 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 30 words.
? Section C (Q20-23): Short Answer Type-II questions, 3 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 60 words.
? Section D (Q24-27): Long Answer Type-I questions, 4 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 120 words.
? Section E (Q28-29): Long Answer Type-II questions, 6 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 200 words.
? Section F (Q30-33): Case-based questions. One-mark questions: Word limit for each
question is 20 words; Two-mark questions: Word limit for each question is 30 words.
? There is no overall choice. However, internal choices have been provided in some questions.
A student has to attempt only one of the alternatives in such questions.
S. No Section A Marks
Q1 Neeta is conducting interviews for candidates applying for a senior management
role. She uses the same set of questions with each candidate. Why is this type of
interview beneficial?
a. It allows candidates to showcase their unique personalities.
b. It helps create a positive impression of the interviewer.
c. It ensures all candidates are assessed using the structured interview.
d. It gives candidates the freedom to discuss any topic they want because it is
structured.
1
Q2 Why does a strong sense of social competence enhance a person's self-esteem?
a. By making them superior to others in every area.
b. By fostering social connection and positive reinforcement.
c. By ensuring that they excel in academic competence as well.
d. By encouraging them to focus solely on physical appearance.
1
Q3 Sonia has to be assessed for abilities such as logical reasoning and clear thinking.
The test used by the psychologist will involve the following:
a. Convergent thinking
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
b. Divergent thinking
c. Both convergent and divergent thinking
d. Open -ended questions
Q4 In logotherapy, which of the following is considered essential for coping with life's
challenges?
a. Identifying and altering negative thought patterns to develop a more positive
mindset
b. Finding a personal sense of meaning or purpose, even in difficult situations
c. Using reinforcement to increase desired behaviours and reduce problematic
ones
d. Replacing irrational beliefs with logical, realistic ones to improve emotional
well-being
1
Q5 Sachin often calls out answers in class without raising his hand. To change this
behaviour, the teacher starts ignoring him when he calls out but praises him every
time, he raises his hand before speaking. What strategy is the teacher using?
a. Positive reinforcement
b. Punishment
c. Differential reinforcement
d. Negative reinforcement
1
Q6 Which of the following best demonstrates the concept of empathy in a therapeutic
setting?
a. A therapist offers advice to the client on how to resolve their issues based on
personal experiences.
b. A therapist encourages the client to move past their emotions and focus only on
logical solutions to their problems.
c. A therapist remains neutral and detached to maintain professionalism, avoiding
emotional involvement in the client’s experiences.
d. A therapist carefully listens to the client’s experiences and expresses
understanding of the client’s emotions, allowing the client to feel heard and
valued.
1
Q7 Wellbeing is _____.
a. Maintenance and survival
b. Growth and fulfilment
c. Following the norms of society
d. Not only maintenance and survival but also growth and fulfilment
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
Q8 Anisha keeps washing her hand after a bout of fever. This continuous washing leads
to bruises on her palm. Identify this behaviour.
a. Compulsive behaviour
b. Impulsive behaviour
c. Phobic behaviour
d. Obsessive behaviour
1
Q9 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion(A) and
Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A)-In the understanding of abnormal behaviour, the Renaissance period
was the Age of Reason and Enlightenment.
Reasoning (R)- Imbalances amongst humours led to disorders, according to the
organismic approach.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true
1
Q10 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion(A) and
Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A)-Members of teams often have complementary skills and are
committed to a common goal or purpose.
Reasoning (R)- An audience is a part of a team. They are polarised in attention, and
actions of persons are in a common direction.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true
1
Q11 Togetherness, belongingness and mutual attraction among group members refers to
_____________ in a group.
a. Social Loafing
b. Cohesiveness
c. Competition
d. Polarisation
1
Q12 Vikas feels stronger and less vulnerable to threats after he has joined the resident’s
welfare group. The main reason for joining the group is to ________.
1
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*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
PSYCHOLOGY (037)
Sample Question Paper*
Class – XII (2025-2026)
Time – 3 Hours Max Marks – 70
General Instructions:
? All questions are mandatory unless specified otherwise.
? Section A (Q1-14): Each question carries 1 mark. Answer as directed.
? Section B (Q15-19): Very Short Answer Type-I questions, 2 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 30 words.
? Section C (Q20-23): Short Answer Type-II questions, 3 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 60 words.
? Section D (Q24-27): Long Answer Type-I questions, 4 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 120 words.
? Section E (Q28-29): Long Answer Type-II questions, 6 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 200 words.
? Section F (Q30-33): Case-based questions. One-mark questions: Word limit for each
question is 20 words; Two-mark questions: Word limit for each question is 30 words.
? There is no overall choice. However, internal choices have been provided in some questions.
A student has to attempt only one of the alternatives in such questions.
S. No Section A Marks
Q1 Neeta is conducting interviews for candidates applying for a senior management
role. She uses the same set of questions with each candidate. Why is this type of
interview beneficial?
a. It allows candidates to showcase their unique personalities.
b. It helps create a positive impression of the interviewer.
c. It ensures all candidates are assessed using the structured interview.
d. It gives candidates the freedom to discuss any topic they want because it is
structured.
1
Q2 Why does a strong sense of social competence enhance a person's self-esteem?
a. By making them superior to others in every area.
b. By fostering social connection and positive reinforcement.
c. By ensuring that they excel in academic competence as well.
d. By encouraging them to focus solely on physical appearance.
1
Q3 Sonia has to be assessed for abilities such as logical reasoning and clear thinking.
The test used by the psychologist will involve the following:
a. Convergent thinking
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
b. Divergent thinking
c. Both convergent and divergent thinking
d. Open -ended questions
Q4 In logotherapy, which of the following is considered essential for coping with life's
challenges?
a. Identifying and altering negative thought patterns to develop a more positive
mindset
b. Finding a personal sense of meaning or purpose, even in difficult situations
c. Using reinforcement to increase desired behaviours and reduce problematic
ones
d. Replacing irrational beliefs with logical, realistic ones to improve emotional
well-being
1
Q5 Sachin often calls out answers in class without raising his hand. To change this
behaviour, the teacher starts ignoring him when he calls out but praises him every
time, he raises his hand before speaking. What strategy is the teacher using?
a. Positive reinforcement
b. Punishment
c. Differential reinforcement
d. Negative reinforcement
1
Q6 Which of the following best demonstrates the concept of empathy in a therapeutic
setting?
a. A therapist offers advice to the client on how to resolve their issues based on
personal experiences.
b. A therapist encourages the client to move past their emotions and focus only on
logical solutions to their problems.
c. A therapist remains neutral and detached to maintain professionalism, avoiding
emotional involvement in the client’s experiences.
d. A therapist carefully listens to the client’s experiences and expresses
understanding of the client’s emotions, allowing the client to feel heard and
valued.
1
Q7 Wellbeing is _____.
a. Maintenance and survival
b. Growth and fulfilment
c. Following the norms of society
d. Not only maintenance and survival but also growth and fulfilment
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
Q8 Anisha keeps washing her hand after a bout of fever. This continuous washing leads
to bruises on her palm. Identify this behaviour.
a. Compulsive behaviour
b. Impulsive behaviour
c. Phobic behaviour
d. Obsessive behaviour
1
Q9 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion(A) and
Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A)-In the understanding of abnormal behaviour, the Renaissance period
was the Age of Reason and Enlightenment.
Reasoning (R)- Imbalances amongst humours led to disorders, according to the
organismic approach.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true
1
Q10 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion(A) and
Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A)-Members of teams often have complementary skills and are
committed to a common goal or purpose.
Reasoning (R)- An audience is a part of a team. They are polarised in attention, and
actions of persons are in a common direction.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true
1
Q11 Togetherness, belongingness and mutual attraction among group members refers to
_____________ in a group.
a. Social Loafing
b. Cohesiveness
c. Competition
d. Polarisation
1
Q12 Vikas feels stronger and less vulnerable to threats after he has joined the resident’s
welfare group. The main reason for joining the group is to ________.
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
a. Enhance his importance
b. Enhance his security
c. Achieve his power
d. Enhance his self esteem
Q13 According to the two-step concept proposed by Mohsin, attitude change will take
place when:
i. The source has a positive attitude towards the target
ii. The source shows an attitude change, by changing other’s behaviour
iii. The target of change identifies with the source
iv. The target is the person through whose influence change takes place.
a. iii and iv
b. i and iii
c. ii and iii
d. ii and iv
1
Q14 How are relationships in primary groups typically characterised?
a. They are impersonal and indirect
b. They are cold and distant
c. They are warm, emotional, and face-to-face
d. They are rare and infrequent
1
Section B
Q 15 Differentiate between life events and hassles. 2
Q16 State any two features of projective techniques. 2
Q17 Does classifying people into personality types overlook the complexities of human
behaviour? Give reasons for your answer.
2
Q18 Distinguish between non-verbal and performance tests of intelligence. 2
Q19 A) How can social loafing be reduced? 2
OR
Q19 B) What are the reasons for the occurrence of group polarisation? Give two reasons. 2
Page 5
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
PSYCHOLOGY (037)
Sample Question Paper*
Class – XII (2025-2026)
Time – 3 Hours Max Marks – 70
General Instructions:
? All questions are mandatory unless specified otherwise.
? Section A (Q1-14): Each question carries 1 mark. Answer as directed.
? Section B (Q15-19): Very Short Answer Type-I questions, 2 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 30 words.
? Section C (Q20-23): Short Answer Type-II questions, 3 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 60 words.
? Section D (Q24-27): Long Answer Type-I questions, 4 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 120 words.
? Section E (Q28-29): Long Answer Type-II questions, 6 marks each. Word limit for each
question is 200 words.
? Section F (Q30-33): Case-based questions. One-mark questions: Word limit for each
question is 20 words; Two-mark questions: Word limit for each question is 30 words.
? There is no overall choice. However, internal choices have been provided in some questions.
A student has to attempt only one of the alternatives in such questions.
S. No Section A Marks
Q1 Neeta is conducting interviews for candidates applying for a senior management
role. She uses the same set of questions with each candidate. Why is this type of
interview beneficial?
a. It allows candidates to showcase their unique personalities.
b. It helps create a positive impression of the interviewer.
c. It ensures all candidates are assessed using the structured interview.
d. It gives candidates the freedom to discuss any topic they want because it is
structured.
1
Q2 Why does a strong sense of social competence enhance a person's self-esteem?
a. By making them superior to others in every area.
b. By fostering social connection and positive reinforcement.
c. By ensuring that they excel in academic competence as well.
d. By encouraging them to focus solely on physical appearance.
1
Q3 Sonia has to be assessed for abilities such as logical reasoning and clear thinking.
The test used by the psychologist will involve the following:
a. Convergent thinking
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
b. Divergent thinking
c. Both convergent and divergent thinking
d. Open -ended questions
Q4 In logotherapy, which of the following is considered essential for coping with life's
challenges?
a. Identifying and altering negative thought patterns to develop a more positive
mindset
b. Finding a personal sense of meaning or purpose, even in difficult situations
c. Using reinforcement to increase desired behaviours and reduce problematic
ones
d. Replacing irrational beliefs with logical, realistic ones to improve emotional
well-being
1
Q5 Sachin often calls out answers in class without raising his hand. To change this
behaviour, the teacher starts ignoring him when he calls out but praises him every
time, he raises his hand before speaking. What strategy is the teacher using?
a. Positive reinforcement
b. Punishment
c. Differential reinforcement
d. Negative reinforcement
1
Q6 Which of the following best demonstrates the concept of empathy in a therapeutic
setting?
a. A therapist offers advice to the client on how to resolve their issues based on
personal experiences.
b. A therapist encourages the client to move past their emotions and focus only on
logical solutions to their problems.
c. A therapist remains neutral and detached to maintain professionalism, avoiding
emotional involvement in the client’s experiences.
d. A therapist carefully listens to the client’s experiences and expresses
understanding of the client’s emotions, allowing the client to feel heard and
valued.
1
Q7 Wellbeing is _____.
a. Maintenance and survival
b. Growth and fulfilment
c. Following the norms of society
d. Not only maintenance and survival but also growth and fulfilment
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
Q8 Anisha keeps washing her hand after a bout of fever. This continuous washing leads
to bruises on her palm. Identify this behaviour.
a. Compulsive behaviour
b. Impulsive behaviour
c. Phobic behaviour
d. Obsessive behaviour
1
Q9 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion(A) and
Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A)-In the understanding of abnormal behaviour, the Renaissance period
was the Age of Reason and Enlightenment.
Reasoning (R)- Imbalances amongst humours led to disorders, according to the
organismic approach.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true
1
Q10 In the question given below, there are two statements marked as Assertion(A) and
Reason (R). Read the statements and choose the correct option.
Assertion (A)-Members of teams often have complementary skills and are
committed to a common goal or purpose.
Reasoning (R)- An audience is a part of a team. They are polarised in attention, and
actions of persons are in a common direction.
a. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
b. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
c. A is true but R is false
d. A is false but R is true
1
Q11 Togetherness, belongingness and mutual attraction among group members refers to
_____________ in a group.
a. Social Loafing
b. Cohesiveness
c. Competition
d. Polarisation
1
Q12 Vikas feels stronger and less vulnerable to threats after he has joined the resident’s
welfare group. The main reason for joining the group is to ________.
1
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
a. Enhance his importance
b. Enhance his security
c. Achieve his power
d. Enhance his self esteem
Q13 According to the two-step concept proposed by Mohsin, attitude change will take
place when:
i. The source has a positive attitude towards the target
ii. The source shows an attitude change, by changing other’s behaviour
iii. The target of change identifies with the source
iv. The target is the person through whose influence change takes place.
a. iii and iv
b. i and iii
c. ii and iii
d. ii and iv
1
Q14 How are relationships in primary groups typically characterised?
a. They are impersonal and indirect
b. They are cold and distant
c. They are warm, emotional, and face-to-face
d. They are rare and infrequent
1
Section B
Q 15 Differentiate between life events and hassles. 2
Q16 State any two features of projective techniques. 2
Q17 Does classifying people into personality types overlook the complexities of human
behaviour? Give reasons for your answer.
2
Q18 Distinguish between non-verbal and performance tests of intelligence. 2
Q19 A) How can social loafing be reduced? 2
OR
Q19 B) What are the reasons for the occurrence of group polarisation? Give two reasons. 2
*Please note that the assessment scheme of the Academic Session 2024-25 will continue in the
current session i.e. 2025-26.
Section C
Q20 An advertising company has been hired to create an advertisement for a new eco-
friendly product aimed at young adults. Describe three important characteristics of
the target audience that the company should keep in mind when designing the
advertisement.
3
Q21 Analyse the importance of rehabilitation in the recovery of individuals with severe
mental illness.
3
Q22
Aman is experiencing anxiety due to academic pressure. He often thinks, “I am not
good enough” and “I am a failure.” These thoughts cause him to withdraw from
social activities and friends. How would Rational Emotive Therapy (RET) help
Aman manage his anxiety?
3
Q23 A) Explain the levels of consciousness as stated in the psychodynamic approach. 3
OR
Q23 B) Explain the Behavioural Approach to the study of personality 3
Section D
Q24 Himesh is popular in school but is very rude and indifferent towards students of
other schools. Explain the sources of his prejudice.
4
Q25 Explain the internal sources of psychological stress. 4
Q26 A) Razia is unhappy with her career despite having a stable job and a good salary.
According to the Humanistic theory of personality, what could be the reason for her
dissatisfaction?
4
OR
Q26 B) Harpreet, a psychologist, is interested in using self-report measures for career
counselling of his client. Explain the appropriate tests that he can use.
4
Q27 How is the Indian concept of intelligence different from the type of intelligence
valued in Western countries? Distinguish between these two types of intelligence.
4
Section E
Q28A Describe the characteristics of individuals with different levels of intellectual
disability.
6
OR
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