Communication for Development and Social Change

Development thinkers and models

31 Previous Year Questions from 2006–2025 · answers and explanations included

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31 of 31 questions
Question 1 of 31Original Question No.: 11Asked in: December 2006 Paper II

The evolutionary universals of development were identified by:

  1. John L Woods
  2. Walt Rostow
  3. Wilbur Schramm
  4. Talcott Parsons
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D. Talcott Parsons

The keyed response is option 4, “Talcott Parsons”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 2 of 31Original Question No.: 1Asked in: June 2007 Paper II

The description of mass media as magic multipliers was given by:

  1. Walter Lippmann
  2. Denis McQuail
  3. Daniel Lerner
  4. Everette Dennis
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D. Everette Dennis

The keyed response is option 4, “Everette Dennis”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 3 of 31Original Question No.: 32Asked in: June 2008 Paper II

Match List I (Book) with List II (Author): List I List II (Book) (Author) (i) Warrior of the Fourth Estate (a) Bill Gates (ii) Future Shock (b) B.G. Verghese (iii) The Road Ahead (c) Daniel Lerner (iv) The Passing of the Traditional (d) Alvin Toffler Society Codes: (a) (b) (c) (d)

  1. (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
  2. (ii) (i) (iv) (iii)
  3. (iii) (i) (iv) (ii)
  4. (iv) (iii) (ii) (i)
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B. (ii) (i) (iv) (iii)

Option 2 gives the keyed pairing or order: (ii) (i) (iv) (iii). Reconstruct the dates or associations in development thinkers and models before comparing the four sequences.

Question 4 of 31Original Question No.: 16Asked in: June 2009 Paper II

Identify the association that is correct:

  1. Daniel lerner - Cultivation
  2. Wilbur schramm - Diffusion of Innovation
  3. Elihu Katz - Grammatolozy
  4. Antonio Gramci - Hegemony
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D. Antonio Gramci - Hegemony

The keyed response is option 4, “Antonio Gramci - Hegemony”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 5 of 31Original Question No.: 20Asked in: June 2009 Paper II

Indentify the author who has defined development communication as leapfrogging centuries of under development:

  1. Nora quebral
  2. Wilbur schramm
  3. Daniel herner
  4. Everette M Rogers.
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A. Nora quebral

The keyed response is option 1, “Nora quebral”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 6 of 31Original Question No.: 42Asked in: June 2009 Paper II

The correct sequence of adopters of innovation is:

  1. Innovaters — Early Adopters — Laggards — Early Majority — Late Majority
  2. Laggards — Innovaters — Early Majority — Late Majority — Early Adopters
  3. Innovaters — Early Adopters — Early Majority Late Majority — Laggards.
  4. Early Adopters — Innovaters — Early Majority — Late Majority — Laggards.
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C. Innovaters — Early Adopters — Early Majority Late Majority — Laggards.

Option 3 gives the keyed pairing or order: Innovaters — Early Adopters — Early Majority Late Majority — Laggards.. Reconstruct the dates or associations in development thinkers and models before comparing the four sequences.

Question 7 of 31Original Question No.: 28Asked in: December 2010 Paper II

Assertion (A): Empathy is an important factor in modernisation of traditional societies. Reason (R): Since modernisation is westernisation, mediated development depends on individual empathy in the process.

  1. Both (A) and (R) are true.
  2. Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation.
  3. (A) is true, but (R) is false.
  4. (A) is false, but (R) is true.
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C. (A) is true, but (R) is false.

Option 3 states the keyed relationship between the assertion and reason: (A) is true, but (R) is false.. Check each statement first, then test whether the reason actually explains the assertion.

Question 8 of 31Original Question No.: 25Asked in: June 2010 Paper II

Who among the following theorists was the first to identify women as primary agents of social change?

  1. David McLellend
  2. Everett Rogers
  3. Everett Hagen
  4. Talcot Parsons
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C. Everett Hagen

The keyed response is option 3, “Everett Hagen”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 9 of 31Original Question No.: 14Asked in: December 2011 Paper II

Identify the one who is not considered as one of the founders of the discipline of Communication.

  1. Harold Lasswell
  2. Kurt Lewin
  3. Everett Rogers
  4. Karl Hoveland
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D. Karl Hoveland

The keyed response is option 4, “Karl Hoveland”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 10 of 31Original Question No.: 3Asked in: December 2012 Paper III

E.M. Rogers, in his theoretical advocacy of diffusion of innovation, introduced the concept of

  1. developmental symbolism
  2. technocracy
  3. cosmopoliteness
  4. social interactionism
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C. cosmopoliteness

The keyed response is option 3, “cosmopoliteness”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 11 of 31Original Question No.: 27Asked in: December 2012 Paper III

The metaphor of a wired universe interlinked by a network of computers was popularised by

  1. Al Gore
  2. Wilbur Schramm
  3. Jacobson
  4. George Gerbner
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A. Al Gore

The keyed response is option 1, “Al Gore”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 12 of 31Original Question No.: 27Asked in: June 2012 Paper III

The multiplicity model of developmental communication was advocated by

  1. Jan Servaes
  2. Lucien Pye
  3. Shirley White
  4. Bella Mody
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A. Jan Servaes

The keyed response is option 1, “Jan Servaes”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 13 of 31Original Question No.: 28Asked in: June 2012 Paper III

For Daniel Lerner, exposure to media would energise the process of ________ for development.

  1. sensitivity
  2. anxiety
  3. sympathy
  4. empathy
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D. empathy

The keyed response is option 4, “empathy”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 14 of 31Original Question No.: 68Asked in: December 2013 Paper III

Match List – I with List – II: List – I (Theorist) List – II (Theory) a. Daniel Lerner 1. Primary vs. Secondary social attachment b. Ferdinand Toennies 2. Urban vs. Rural society c. Mahatma Gandhi 3. Gemeinschaft vs. Geselschaft d. C.H. Cooley 4. Traditional vs. Modern society Codes: a b c d

  1. 3 1 2 4
  2. 1 2 3 4
  3. 4 2 1 3
  4. 4 3 2 1
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D. 4 3 2 1

Option 4 gives the keyed pairing or order: 4 3 2 1. Reconstruct the dates or associations in development thinkers and models before comparing the four sequences.

Question 15 of 31Original Question No.: 1Asked in: December 2014 Paper III

The book, ‘Men, Media and Messages’ was written by

  1. Wilbur Schramm
  2. Melvin DeFleur
  3. William Hachten
  4. Everett Hagan
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A. Wilbur Schramm

The keyed response is option 1, “Wilbur Schramm”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 16 of 31Original Question No.: 12Asked in: December 2014 Paper III

Admass in an ad campaign is for

  1. Target audience
  2. Potential retailers
  3. Laggards
  4. Pedestrians
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A. Target audience

The keyed response is option 1, “Target audience”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 17 of 31Original Question No.: 18Asked in: December 2015 Paper III

The Diffusion of Innovation Theory recognises non-adopters of innovations as __________.

  1. majority
  2. minority
  3. late adopters
  4. laggards
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D. laggards

The keyed response is option 4, “laggards”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 18 of 31Original Question No.: 61Asked in: June 2015 Paper III

Identify the correct chronological order of the following communication scholars.

  1. Bernard Berelson, Wilbur Schramm, Donald Shaw, Noam Chomsky
  2. Noam Chomsky, Wilbur Schramm, Bernard Berelson, Donald Shaw
  3. Donald Shaw, Noam Chomsky, Bernard Berelson, Wilbur Schramm
  4. Wilbur Schramm, Donald Shaw, Noam Chomsky, Bernard Berelson
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A. Bernard Berelson, Wilbur Schramm, Donald Shaw, Noam Chomsky

Option 1 gives the keyed pairing or order: Bernard Berelson, Wilbur Schramm, Donald Shaw, Noam Chomsky. Reconstruct the dates or associations in development thinkers and models before comparing the four sequences.

Question 19 of 31Original Question No.: 67Asked in: June 2015 Paper III

Match the following: Set-I Set-II (Concept/Model) (Author/s) (a) Diffusion of innovation (i) Daniel Lerner (b) Change agent (ii) Robert McNamara (c) Modernising variables (iii) Ryan and Gross (d) Integrated rural development (iv) E.M. Rogers Codes: (a) (b) (c) (d)

  1. (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)
  2. (ii) (iii) (iv) (i)
  3. (i) (ii) (iii) (iv)
  4. (iv) (i) (ii) (iii)
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A. (iii) (iv) (i) (ii)

Option 1 gives the keyed pairing or order: (iii) (iv) (i) (ii). Reconstruct the dates or associations in development thinkers and models before comparing the four sequences.

Question 20 of 31Original Question No.: 13Asked in: September 2016 Paper III

Paulo Freire’s theory of dialogical communication is based on

  1. Group Communication
  2. Intra-personal Communication
  3. Mediated Communication
  4. Language of Communication
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A. Group Communication

The keyed response is option 1, “Group Communication”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 21 of 31Original Question No.: 17Asked in: September 2016 Paper III

In development communication, a constant exposure to media images would bring about “a revolution of rising expectations.” Who advocated this concept?

  1. Lucian Pye
  2. Walt Rostow
  3. Wilbur Schramm
  4. Daniel Lerner
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D. Daniel Lerner

The keyed response is option 4, “Daniel Lerner”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 22 of 31Original Question No.: 6Asked in: June 2020 cycle - 24 September 2020, Shift II

In Daniel Lerner's model of social development, what two functions does mass media perform that are conducive to modernization?

  1. Mass media spreads literacy and socialisation
  2. Mass media aids the formation of markets and cause societal change
  3. Mass media advocates and supports modernisation
  4. Mass media disrupts and distorts traditional ideas in society
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C. Mass media advocates and supports modernisation

The keyed response is option 3, “Mass media advocates and supports modernisation”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 23 of 31Original Question No.: 77Asked in: June 2020 cycle - 24 September 2020, Shift II

Arrange the following books as per the correct chronological order of their publication A. The Achieving Society B. Mass Media and National Development C. The Process of Economic Growth D. The Passing of Traditional Society Choose the correct answer from the options given below

  1. C,D, A,B
  2. D,B,C,A
  3. A,C, B,D
  4. 8,C,A,D
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A. C,D, A,B

Option 1 gives the keyed pairing or order: C,D, A,B. Reconstruct the dates or associations in development thinkers and models before comparing the four sequences.

Question 24 of 31Original Question No.: 52Asked in: December 2022 cycle - 3 March 2023, Shift I

The book "Diffusion of Innovation" presents the concept of innovation and argues: A. 34% people have the ability to face risks. B. Innovation means a new idea, behaviour or an object. C. Will power to acquire innovation depends on one's ability. D. 50% people have information through inter-personal communication E. 34% people are laggards Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. A, C and D only
  2. B, C and D only
  3. B, D and E only
  4. A, B and E only
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B. B, C and D only

The keyed response is option 2, “B, C and D only”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 25 of 31Original Question No.: 75Asked in: December 2022 cycle - 3 March 2023, Shift I

Match List I with List II LIST I (Books) LIST II (Author) A. {Handbook of Public Relations IL {Mark Tully B. |The Heart of India II. [Daniel Learner C. [India Then and Now IIL. [Philip Lessely D. [The Passing of Traditional Society IV. Veer Sanghvi Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-II
  2. A-II, B-IV, C-I, D-III
  3. A-II, B-I, C-III, D-IV
  4. A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II
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D. A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II

Option 4 gives the keyed pairing or order: A-III, B-I, C-IV, D-II. Reconstruct the dates or associations in development thinkers and models before comparing the four sequences.

Question 26 of 31Original Question No.: 8Asked in: June 2025 - 25 June 2025, 3-6 p.m.

F 4 A. Which of the following element must be present for libel to be actionable? A. The defamatory material much be communicated to a third party B. There must be communication of a false statement C. A plaintiff is identified by name or otherwise D. A plaintiff's reputation was hurt E. The defamatory statement was published with negligence Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. B, C, D, E Only
  2. A, B, C, D, E Only
  3. A, C, D, E Only
  4. A, C, D Only
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B. A, B, C, D, E Only

The keyed response is option 2, “A, B, C, D, E Only”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 27 of 31Original Question No.: 9Asked in: June 2025 - 25 June 2025, 3-6 p.m.

@.59 Which of the following is the key principle of development communication, as emphasized by Paulo Freire?

  1. Top-down transmission of information
  2. Bottom-up participation and empowerment
  3. Focus on individual behavior change
  4. Use of persuasive message to influence behavior
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B. Bottom-up participation and empowerment

The keyed response is option 2, “Bottom-up participation and empowerment”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 28 of 31Original Question No.: 37Asked in: June 2025 - 25 June 2025, 3-6 p.m.

2 F = A According to the five stage model of Diffusion of Innovation, the fourth stage is:

  1. Interest
  2. Trial
  3. Evaluation
  4. Adoption
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B. Trial

The keyed response is option 2, “Trial”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

Question 29 of 31Original Question No.: 82Asked in: June 2025 - 25 June 2025, 3-6 p.m.

Match the LIST with LIST LIST-I LIST-I Scholars Works A.| Richard Hoggart I. | The Practice of Everyday Life B.| John Tomlinson IL The Presentation of Self in Everyday Life C.| Michelde Creteau III.| Media Modernization D.| Erving Goffman IV.| The Uses of Literacy Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. A-II, B-I, C-IV, D-III
  2. A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II
  3. A-III, B-IV, C-II, D-I
  4. A-I, B-II, C-III, D-IV
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B. A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II

Option 2 gives the keyed pairing or order: A-IV, B-III, C-I, D-II. Reconstruct the dates or associations in development thinkers and models before comparing the four sequences.

Question 30 of 31Original Question No.: 83Asked in: June 2025 - 25 June 2025, 3-6 p.m.

r Aa, Identify the correct statements from the following: A. Mass Media are also called Magic Multipliers. B. The term ‘yellow journalism' was coined to describe the rivalry between two television networks. C. The Voice of America is a private funded broadcasting system launched in 1938. D. Al-Jazeera is based in Qatar and was launched in 1996. E. National Broadcasting Company (NBC) in the US was founded in 1926. Choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:

  1. A, B, C Only
  2. B, C, D Only
  3. A, D, E Only
  4. C, D, E Only
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C. A, D, E Only

The key selects option 3: A, D, E Only. Test every listed statement independently; the answer is the combination containing only the valid statements.

Question 31 of 31Original Question No.: 87Asked in: June 2025 - 25 June 2025, 3-6 p.m.

' Sue The concept of ‘Sleeper effect' in communication was developed by:

  1. Carl Hovland
  2. James E. Grunig
  3. David Michaelson
  4. Wilbur Schramm
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A. Carl Hovland

The keyed response is option 1, “Carl Hovland”. It directly fits the factual or conceptual cue in this development thinkers and models question; use the other choices as contrast points during revision.

References

  1. Question papers and answer keys: UGC NET Mass Communication and Journalism — December 2006 Paper II; June 2007 Paper II; June 2008 Paper II; June 2009 Paper II; December 2010 Paper II; June 2010 Paper II; December 2011 Paper II; December 2012 Paper III; June 2012 Paper III; December 2013 Paper III; December 2014 Paper III; December 2015 Paper III; June 2015 Paper III; September 2016 Paper III; June 2020 cycle - 24 September 2020, Shift II; December 2022 cycle - 3 March 2023, Shift I; June 2025 - 25 June 2025, 3-6 p.m..
  2. Servaes, Jan, editor. Communication for Development and Social Change.
  3. University Grants Commission. UGC NET syllabus listing, Subject Code 63: Mass Communication and Journalism.