Question Bank
UGC NET Psychology Exam - English
Duration: 180 Β· Questions: 150 Β· Max Marks: 300 Β· Language: 3
Teaching/ research aptitude
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The process by which conclusion is arrived at on the basis of other propositions is termed as -
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Propositions that support the conclusion of an argument are called
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That proposition which is affirmed on the basis of premises is called
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Deduction and induction are two main forms of
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A reasoning where we start with certain particular statement and conclude with a universal statement is called a
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With which of the following terms, deduction inference can be identified?
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Which of the following can be defined as group of statements that have common conclusion?
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The premises provide conclusive grounds for conclusion in
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The defining feature of a valid deduction is its
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Inductive arguments are typically
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ICT stands for -
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Which of the following is also termed as multimedia education?
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Information and communication technology includes
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Which of the following is the appropriate definition of information Technology?
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CBT stands for
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The term ecosystem was coined by -
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Who first used and defined Ecology in 1866?
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In the study of man-environment interaction, the statement of Miss Sample that 'the humans are slowly the product of their environment' is
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A habitat is
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Biome is a natural community of
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The main governing body at the tertiary level of education in India is -
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Government established the University Grants Commission by an act of Parliament in the year
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The tertiary education includes
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Which of the following is the regulator of higher education?
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The idea of Four Pillars of Education was suggested by
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Find the missing number in the following series.
8, 24, 12, ?, 18, 54
8, 24, 12, ?, 18, 54
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Find the missing number in the following series.
28, 33, 31, 36, ?, 39
28, 33, 31, 36, ?, 39
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Find the missing number in the following series.
1, 3, 4, 8, 15, 27, ?
1, 3, 4, 8, 15, 27, ?
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Find the missing number in the following series.
2/3, 4/7, ?, 11/21, 16/31
2/3, 4/7, ?, 11/21, 16/31
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Find the missing number in the following series.
4, 16, 8, 64, ?, 256
4, 16, 8, 64, ?, 256
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When we say that communication is intentional, it means that -
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Communication is the transfer and understanding of
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Which of the following can be termed as the 'context' of communication?
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Which of the following is Berlo's Linear Model of communication?
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Who among the following has stated that people know each other and themselves only through communication?
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Research is -
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The research is always
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All good research aims at
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A grand theory
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The idea that knowledge comes from experience is
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Which of the following is/are the basic paradigms in classroom teaching?
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The prime requirement to become a good teacher is to have
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Which of the following statement/s is/are NOT true ?
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Which of the following statements is true?
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In order to solve the problem of aimlessness in education, we should develop -
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Which is the main objective of research?
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Sampling error decreases with the
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The principles of fundamental research are used in
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Users who use media for their own ends are indentified as
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Classroom communication can be described as
Psychology
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1.Motion sickness can occur when:
a.One loses his vestibuler sense.
b.One relies only on visual information.
c.One’s visual information and vestibular system’s information are congruent.
d.One’s visual system and vestibular system are in conflict.
a.One loses his vestibuler sense.
b.One relies only on visual information.
c.One’s visual information and vestibular system’s information are congruent.
d.One’s visual system and vestibular system are in conflict.
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Read of the following two statement – Assertion (A) and Reason (R and indicate your answer using the codes given below:
Assertion (A) : Iconic store is a discrete Visual sensory store.
Reason (R : Because information is believed to be stored in the form of visual codes.
Assertion (A) : Iconic store is a discrete Visual sensory store.
Reason (R : Because information is believed to be stored in the form of visual codes.
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Backward Conditioning occurs When :
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1.Which among the following defines problem space ?
(a)An initial state (b) A goal state
(c A set of operations
(a)An initial state (b) A goal state
(c A set of operations
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The James-Lange teary and the cognitive theory of emotion disagree on whether:
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Which of the following are the symptoms of schizophrenia ?
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A series of activities by which stimuli are perceived transformed into information and stored is called .
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A series of activities by which stimuli are perceived transformed into information and stored is called .
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The absolute is the smallest magnitude of a stimuli that can be detected :
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Which of the following stages of the information processing model constitute perception ?
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Partial reinforcement is considered better then continuous reinforcement because :
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Match List I with List II and indicate your answer using the codes given below :
List-I List-II
( Test ) ( Dimension/Trait Assessed )
a.EPRS (I) State anxiety
b.EPQ –R (II) Psychoticism
c.NEO – PI –R (III) Achievement motivation
d.STAI (IV) Openness to experience
List-I List-II
( Test ) ( Dimension/Trait Assessed )
a.EPRS (I) State anxiety
b.EPQ –R (II) Psychoticism
c.NEO – PI –R (III) Achievement motivation
d.STAI (IV) Openness to experience
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Psychology is a -
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Arrange the four basic characteristics of instincts as per Freud’ s psychoanalytic theory in terms of sequence.
a.An impetus
b.a source
c.an objest
d.An aim
Chose the correct code for sequence of events:
a.An impetus
b.a source
c.an objest
d.An aim
Chose the correct code for sequence of events:
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History of intelligence testing can be described in following sequence:
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Berlett describeb memory as a :
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Which of the following part of the brain sends signals "alert" to the higher centers in response to incoming messages ?
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According to Hull-Spence theory, anxiety is emotionally based drive and therefore , it can be hypothesized that on eyelid conditioning then the low anxious subjects. Using taylor
Manifest Anxiety Scale (MAS) , a researcher confirmed this hypothesis This provides evidence for the :
a.Covergent and discriminant validity of the MAS
b.Validity of the Hull-Spence theory
c.Generalizabillity of the MAS
d.Construct validirty of the MASA
Manifest Anxiety Scale (MAS) , a researcher confirmed this hypothesis This provides evidence for the :
a.Covergent and discriminant validity of the MAS
b.Validity of the Hull-Spence theory
c.Generalizabillity of the MAS
d.Construct validirty of the MASA
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The bet home environment for intrllectual development is one:
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Out of the following who has not explained intelligence in terms of Psychometric Approach ?
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A procedure that establishes a sequence of responses which lead to a reward following the final response and then working backwards is called
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In a study on scaling of attitude items, eleven statements were included. What would be the number of pairs of attitude statements?
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Who first attempted to describe personality traits in terms of Lexican descriptors?
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Read each of the following two statements – Assertion (A) and Reason (R) and indicate your answer using the codesAssertion (A): Classical conditioning is quick when UCS is presented immediately after CS rather than before.Reason (R): According to cognitive perspective,
classical conditioning occurs because CS provides expectancy about the coming of UCS.
Codes:
classical conditioning occurs because CS provides expectancy about the coming of UCS.
Codes:
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Which of the following have been explained by Freud in his psycho
analytic theory of motivation?
(a)Homeostasis
(b)Drives
(c)Hedonism
(d)Instincts
Codes
analytic theory of motivation?
(a)Homeostasis
(b)Drives
(c)Hedonism
(d)Instincts
Codes
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Which of the following is correctly arranged?
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Which one of the following does not contribute to memory?
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In terms of efficiency in scanning information, which one of the following strategies is considered to be the best?
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In retrograde amnesia, Which of the following kind of problem is seen:
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Read each of the following two statements – Assertion (A) and Reason (R) and indicate your answer using the codes given below:Assertion (A):Extraverted individuals are socialable, impulsive and like
excitement.Reason (R):Brains of extraverts react more slowly and weakly to stimuli which cause them to seek excitement by approaching the environment.
codes:
excitement.Reason (R):Brains of extraverts react more slowly and weakly to stimuli which cause them to seek excitement by approaching the environment.
codes:
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Which ancient text emphasizes controlling the mind and emotions to achieve inner peace in Eastern psychological thought?
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What does the Bhagavad Gita identify as the root cause of human problems in psychological terms?
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In the Bhagavad Gita, what does 'Jnana' signify in the context of cognitive appraisal?
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How does the Bhagavad Gita suggest achieving equanimity in internal life and external activities?
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Which concept in the Bhagavad Gita aligns with modern theories of self-realization and motivation?
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What does Krishna advise Arjuna in the Bhagavad Gita to transcend for psychological equilibrium?
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What psychological roadmap does the Bhagavad Gita provide for transcending the ego?
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Which psychological concepts relevant to human dilemmas are integrated in the Bhagavad Gita?
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What is essential for facing challenges according to the Bhagavad Gitaβs psychological teachings?
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Which Eastern system views suffering as arising from attachment and ignorance?
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What is the primary psychological goal of Buddhismβs Four Noble Truths?
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In Buddhism, what practice is central to developing mindfulness and mental clarity?
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Which concept in Buddhism relates to the impermanence of all phenomena, impacting psychological well-being?
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How does Buddhism describe the self in psychological terms?
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What does the Buddhist concept of 'Dukkha' refer to in psychological contexts?
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Which Buddhist practice emphasizes compassion and loving-kindness to enhance psychological health?
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In Sufism, what is the psychological significance of the concept of 'Fana'?
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Which Sufi practice involves rhythmic chanting to achieve a state of psychological transcendence?
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What does Sufism emphasize as a path to psychological transformation?
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Which Eastern system integrates physical, mental, and spiritual practices for psychological growth?
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Who developed the system of Integral Yoga, emphasizing psychological and spiritual evolution?
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What is the primary psychological aim of Integral Yoga?
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In Integral Yoga, what is the role of the 'psychic being' in psychological development?
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Which aspect of Integral Yoga focuses on harmonizing the mind, body, and spirit?
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During which era did academic psychology in India begin to take shape under colonial influence?
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Which university established the first psychology department in India in 1916?
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What was a key focus of academic psychology in India during the pre-independence era?
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Who was a prominent figure in establishing experimental psychology in India during the pre-independence era?
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What characterized the post-independence era of academic psychology in India?
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Which decade saw Indian psychology addressing social issues like poverty and education?
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What was a major focus of Indian psychology in the 1970s?
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Which movement in Indian psychology began in the 1980s to incorporate indigenous perspectives?
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What was a key challenge for Indian psychology during the 1980s indigenization efforts?
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Which decade saw Indian psychology grappling with paradigmatic concerns and disciplinary identity crisis?
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What was a major issue for Indian psychology in the 1990s?
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Which movement emerged in Indian psychology academia during the 2000s?
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What was a key feature of Indian psychology in the 2000s?
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Which Eastern systemβs psychological insights were increasingly explored in Indian psychology during the 2000s?
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What was a significant issue in the colonial encounter for Indian psychology?
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How did the colonial encounter influence early academic psychology in India?
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What is a key feature of postcolonial psychology in India?
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Which issue persists in Indian psychology due to its colonial legacy?
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What does postcolonial psychology in India critique about Western psychological models?
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Which Eastern system emphasizes the psychological role of divine love in achieving inner peace?
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In Sufism, what psychological state is achieved through the practice of Zikr?
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What does Integral Yoga view as the ultimate goal of psychological development?
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Which Buddhist concept aligns with modern cognitive therapyβs focus on reframing thoughts?
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What was a limitation of pre-independence psychology in India?
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Which decade marked the shift toward socially relevant psychological research in India?
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What was a key focus of indigenization in Indian psychology during the 1980s?
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Which Eastern systemβs psychological insights were least emphasized in early Indian academic psychology?
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What psychological concept in the Bhagavad Gita relates to selfless action?
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In Buddhism, what is the psychological benefit of practicing Vipassana meditation?
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Which Sufi concept aligns with the psychological idea of self-transcendence?
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What does Integral Yoga emphasize for psychological growth?
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Which institution played a key role in expanding psychology education in post-independence India?
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What was a major critique of Indian psychology in the 1990s?
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Which Eastern systemβs psychological principles were integrated into Indian psychology in the 2000s?
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What was a key challenge for postcolonial psychology in India?
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Which psychological concept from the Bhagavad Gita emphasizes devotion as a path to mental peace?
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In Buddhism, what is the psychological role of the Eightfold Path?
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Which Sufi practice fosters psychological connection with the divine?
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What does Integral Yoga view as essential for psychological evolution?
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What characterized the pre-independence era of Indian psychology?
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Which decade saw Indian psychology focus on issues like caste and gender?
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What was a key goal of the indigenization movement in Indian psychology?
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Which issue was prominent in Indian psychology during the 1990s?
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What marked the emergence of Indian psychology in academia during the 2000s?
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How did the colonial encounter shape Indian psychology?
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What is a key focus of postcolonial psychology in India?