Educational Psychology is a Educational Psychology (Senior Teacher) topic in the RAS/RPSC syllabus. This page gathers exam-style Educational Psychology multiple-choice questions with correct answers and explanations, so aspirants can test recall and revise frequently examined concepts.
Practice 60 Educational Psychology multiple-choice questions with detailed answers and explanations. Ideal for RAS/RPSC exam preparation.
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Q1. According to Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, intelligence comes in analytic, creative and practical forms. This theory of intelligence is developed by –
Explanation
Correct option B is justified because Robert J. Sternberg proposed the Triarchic Theory of Intelligence. The theory explains intelligence through three forms: analytical, creative, and practical abilities.
Q2. A child's behaviour deviations. and abnormal reactions are result of inability to satisfy his/her motives and drives. This factor of maladjustment is -
Explanation
Inability to satisfy motives and drives is an internal mental-emotional cause, so it is a psychological factor of maladjustment. Physiological factors relate to the body, sociological factors to society, and philosophical factors to beliefs or values.
Q3. Which of the following is not a suitable way to develop self-concept of children?
Explanation
A positive self-concept is supported by a warm, nurturing environment, acceptance, clear rules explained to the child, and chances to express views and make age-appropriate decisions. Advising children to avoid facing problems works against independence, self-control and confidence. Therefore A is not a suitable way.
Q4. In moral development, the thinking process involved in judgements about questions of right and wrong is called –
Explanation
Correct option B is justified because moral reasoning is the thinking process used to judge right and wrong. Moral dilemma is a situation involving a conflict of choices, while moral reasoning is the mental process used to decide between them.
Q5. Which of the following is the highest stage of Gagne’s Hierarchy of learning ?
Explanation
Gagne arranged learning tasks in a hierarchy from simpler stimulus-response forms to more complex intellectual skills. In that hierarchy, problem solving is placed at the highest level because it requires applying earlier learned rules and concepts. Hence option B is correct.
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