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M.A. Criminology - NFAT Mock Test

NFAT Entrance Exam Mock Test 2025 - M.A. Criminology

NFAT Entrance Exam Mock Test for M.A. Criminology (with Specialization in Forensic Psychology) 2025

Criminology (30 Questions)

1. What is the primary focus of criminology as a discipline?

A) Studying economic trends
B) Analyzing political systems
C) Understanding causes and prevention of crime
D) Exploring educational policies

2. Which theory suggests that crime results from a lack of social control?

A) Strain Theory
B) Social Control Theory
C) Differential Association Theory
D) Labeling Theory

3. The term 'recidivism' refers to:

A) Reoffending after being punished
B) First-time criminal behavior
C) Crime prevention strategies
D) Victim rehabilitation programs

4. Which of the following is a key function of the police system in India?

A) Drafting legislation
B) Conducting trials
C) Managing prisons
D) Maintaining law and order

5. The Juvenile Justice Act in India primarily deals with:

A) Adult criminal sentencing
B) Children in conflict with the law
C) Corporate fraud
D) Cybercrime regulations

6. Which criminological theory emphasizes the role of economic inequality in crime causation?

A) Routine Activity Theory
B) Classical Theory
C) Strain Theory
D) Social Learning Theory

7. Who is considered the father of modern criminology?

A) Cesare Lombroso
B) Edwin Sutherland
C) Robert Merton
D) Travis Hirschi

8. White-collar crime typically involves:

A) Violent offenses
B) Non-violent financial crimes
C) Juvenile delinquency
D) Organized gang activities

9. The concept of 'anomie' in criminology was introduced by:

A) Cesare Beccaria
B) Edwin Sutherland
C) Travis Hirschi
D) Émile Durkheim

10. Which of the following is a major law dealing with crimes in India?

A) Consumer Protection Act
B) Right to Education Act
C) Indian Penal Code
D) Motor Vehicles Act

11. Restorative justice focuses on:

A) Punishing the offender harshly
B) Reconciling victims and offenders
C) Increasing prison sentences
D) Ignoring victim needs

12. The term 'deviance' in criminology refers to:

A) Behavior that violates social norms
B) Legal compliance
C) Economic inequality
D) Political activism

13. Which of the following is a key component of the criminal justice system?

A) Educational institutions
B) Healthcare facilities
C) Courts
D) Media organizations

14. The concept of 'deterrence' in criminology aims to:

A) Rehabilitate offenders
B) Prevent crime through fear of punishment
C) Ignore criminal behavior
D) Promote vigilante justice

15. Which act in India addresses child protection?

A) Information Technology Act
B) Right to Information Act
C) Companies Act
D) Protection of Children from Sexual Offences Act

16. The Routine Activity Theory requires which three elements for a crime to occur?

A) Motive, weapon, victim
B) Offender, police, opportunity
C) Motivated offender, suitable target, absence of guardian
D) Crime scene, evidence, witness

17. The term 'penology' refers to the study of:

A) Crime prevention
B) Punishment and rehabilitation
C) Social inequality
D) Victim psychology

18. Which of the following is a victimless crime?

A) Gambling
B) Robbery
C) Assault
D) Burglary

19. The Indian Penal Code was enacted in:

A) 1947
B) 1950
C) 1857
D) 1860

20. Differential Association Theory was proposed by:

A) Robert Merton
B) Edwin Sutherland
C) Cesare Lombroso
D) Travis Hirschi

21. The concept of 'moral panic' refers to:

A) Legal reforms
B) Economic crises
C) Public fear over a perceived social threat
D) Political stability

22. Which of the following is a key principle of classical criminology?

A) Free will and rational choice
B) Biological determinism
C) Social disorganization
D) Psychological trauma

23. The term 'organized crime' typically involves:

A) Spontaneous offenses
B) Individual acts of violence
C) Unplanned theft
D) Structured criminal enterprises

24. The Code of Criminal Procedure in India was enacted in:

A) 1860
B) 1973
C) 1955
D) 1947

25. Which theory links crime to neighborhood characteristics?

A) Strain Theory
B) Labeling Theory
C) Social Disorganization Theory
D) Routine Activity Theory

26. Victimology is the study of:

A) Victims and their role in crime
B) Offender psychology
C) Police procedures
D) Courtroom dynamics

27. The term 'mens rea' refers to:

A) The act of committing a crime
B) The guilty mind or intent
C) The victim’s state of mind
D) The physical evidence

28. Which of the following is a goal of community policing?

A) Increasing arrests
B) Isolating communities
C) Reducing police presence
D) Building trust with communities

29. The term 'actus reus' refers to:

A) The motive behind a crime
B) The victim’s role
C) The physical act of a crime
D) The punishment imposed

30. Which of the following is a key feature of the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita?

A) Replaces the Indian Penal Code
B) Focuses on economic reforms
C) Governs educational policies
D) Regulates corporate governance

Sociology (35 Questions)

31. Sociology primarily studies:

A) Social behavior and institutions
B) Biological processes
C) Economic policies
D) Chemical reactions

32. The term 'social stratification' refers to:

A) Equal distribution of resources
B) Random social interactions
C) Hierarchical arrangement of social classes
D) Uniform cultural practices

33. Which sociologist introduced the concept of 'social fact'?

A) Max Weber
B) Émile Durkheim
C) Karl Marx
D) Talcott Parsons

34. A social movement is best described as:

A) A random gathering of people
B) An individual’s behavior
C) A government policy
D) Collective action for social change

35. The family as a social institution primarily serves to:

A) Socialize individuals and provide emotional support
B) Enforce legal contracts
C) Regulate economic markets
D) Conduct scientific research

36. The concept of 'socialization' refers to:

A) Economic development
B) Political campaigning
C) Learning social norms and values
D) Technological innovation

37. Which sociologist is associated with the theory of class conflict?

A) Max Weber
B) Karl Marx
C) Émile Durkheim
D) Talcott Parsons

38. The term 'culture' in sociology refers to:

A) Shared beliefs, values, and practices
B) Individual behaviors
C) Economic systems
D) Political structures

39. The caste system in India is an example of:

A) Economic equality
B) Political hierarchy
C) Religious equality
D) Social stratification

40. Functionalism in sociology emphasizes:

A) Conflict between social classes
B) Individual motivations
C) Social stability and interdependence
D) Economic competition

41. The term 'ethnocentrism' refers to:

A) Judging other cultures by one’s own standards
B) Promoting cultural diversity
C) Economic integration
D) Political neutrality

42. Which of the following is a primary agent of socialization?

A) Government
B) Family
C) Corporations
D) Legal systems

43. Social change is often driven by:

A) Economic stagnation
B) Cultural isolation
C) Political stability
D) Technological advancements

44. The term 'social institution' refers to:

A) Individual behaviors
B) Temporary gatherings
C) Established systems like family or education
D) Random social interactions

45. Max Weber’s concept of ‘bureaucracy’ emphasizes:

A) Formal rules and hierarchy
B) Informal social networks
C) Economic equality
D) Cultural diversity

46. The term 'social mobility' refers to:

A) Physical movement of people
B) Movement between social classes
C) Political activism
D) Cultural assimilation

47. Which of the following is an example of a subculture?

A) National government
B) Corporate organizations
C) Educational institutions
D) Youth street gangs

48. The concept of 'alienation' was introduced by:

A) Émile Durkheim
B) Max Weber
C) Karl Marx
D) Talcott Parsons

49. The term 'social control' refers to:

A) Mechanisms to enforce societal norms
B) Economic regulations
C) Political campaigns
D) Technological advancements

50. The Chipko Movement in India is an example of:

A) Economic reform
B) Environmental social movement
C) Political restructuring
D) Technological innovation

51. The term 'role conflict' refers to:

A) Economic instability
B) Political disagreements
C) Incompatible demands of social roles
D) Cultural assimilation

52. Which of the following is a characteristic of a traditional society?

A) Strong adherence to customs
B) Rapid technological change
C) Individualism
D) Urbanization

53. The term 'social capital' refers to:

A) Financial wealth
B) Political power
C) Technological resources
D) Networks of relationships

54. Which sociologist is known for the concept of ‘verstehen’?

A) Karl Marx
B) Max Weber
C) Émile Durkheim
D) Talcott Parsons

55. The term 'globalization' in sociology refers to:

A) Local cultural preservation
B) Economic isolation
C) Interconnectedness of societies
D) Political fragmentation

56. Which sociologist introduced the concept of 'anomie'?

A) Émile Durkheim
B) Max Weber
C) Karl Marx
D) Talcott Parsons

57. The term 'social norms' refers to:

A) Individual preferences
B) Shared expectations of behavior
C) Economic policies
D) Political laws

58. The concept of 'social cohesion' refers to:

A) Economic competition
B) Political fragmentation
C) Unity within a society
D) Technological isolation

59. Which of the following is an example of a formal organization?

A) A government agency
B) A casual friend group
C) A family gathering
D) A street protest

60. The term 'cultural relativism' refers to:

A) Judging cultures by universal standards
B) Economic integration
C) Political dominance
D) Understanding cultures in their own context

61. Which sociologist emphasized the role of religion in social change?

A) Karl Marx
B) Max Weber
C) Émile Durkheim
D) Talcott Parsons

62. The term 'social structure' refers to:

A) Individual behaviors
B) Economic transactions
C) Organized patterns of social relationships
D) Political campaigns

63. The concept of 'division of labor' was emphasized by:

A) Émile Durkheim
B) Max Weber
C) Karl Marx
D) Talcott Parsons

64. Which of the following is a characteristic of modern societies?

A) Strong adherence to tradition
B) Minimal technology use
C) Rural dominance
D) Industrialization and urbanization

65. The term 'social deviance' refers to:

A) Economic inequality
B) Political conformity
C) Behavior that violates social norms
D) Technological innovation

Social Psychology (25 Questions)

66. Social perception refers to:

A) Economic decision-making
B) How individuals interpret others’ behavior
C) Physical sensory processes
D) Political affiliations

67. The bystander effect is most associated with:

A) Increased helping behavior in groups
B) Individual aggression
C) Decreased likelihood of helping in a crowd
D) Enhanced group cohesion

68. Stereotyping involves:

A) Overgeneralized beliefs about a group
B) Accurate individual assessments
C) Random social interactions
D) Legal judgments

69. Which theory explains how attitudes are formed through observing others?

A) Cognitive Dissonance Theory
B) Attribution Theory
C) Classical Conditioning
D) Social Learning Theory

70. Group behavior is influenced by:

A) Individual isolation
B) Social norms and roles
C) Economic policies
D) Biological instincts alone

71. Cognitive dissonance refers to:

A) Tension from conflicting beliefs and behaviors
B) Group conformity
C) Social isolation
D) Economic decision-making

72. The term 'conformity' in social psychology refers to:

A) Individual rebellion
B) Economic competition
C) Adjusting behavior to group norms
D) Political activism

73. The fundamental attribution error involves:

A) Underestimating situational factors
B) Overestimating personal traits in behavior
C) Ignoring social norms
D) Promoting group harmony

74. Which experiment demonstrated the power of obedience to authority?

A) Asch’s conformity experiment
B) Zimbardo’s prison experiment
C) Bandura’s Bobo doll experiment
D) Milgram’s obedience experiment

75. Social loafing refers to:

A) Reduced effort in group tasks
B) Increased group productivity
C) Individual creativity
D) Political activism

76. The concept of 'groupthink' refers to:

A) Independent decision-making
B) Economic collaboration
C) Poor decisions due to group pressure
D) Cultural diversity

77. The halo effect in social psychology refers to:

A) Negative stereotyping
B) Judging overall character based on one trait
C) Group conformity
D) Economic bias

78. The self-fulfilling prophecy involves:

A) Expectations influencing outcomes
B) Random social interactions
C) Economic predictions
D) Political reforms

79. Which of the following is a key factor in prejudice formation?

A) Economic equality
B) Cultural assimilation
C) Political stability
D) Social categorization

80. The Asch experiment primarily studied:

A) Obedience to authority
B) Aggression in groups
C) Conformity to group pressure
D) Individual creativity

81. The term 'attribution' in social psychology refers to:

A) Group dynamics
B) Explaining causes of behavior
C) Economic decision-making
D) Cultural integration

82. Deindividuation in social psychology refers to:

A) Loss of personal identity in a group
B) Increased individual accountability
C) Economic collaboration
D) Political activism

83. Which theory explains aggression as a learned behavior?

A) Cognitive Dissonance Theory
B) Attribution Theory
C) Frustration-Aggression Hypothesis
D) Social Learning Theory

84. The term 'altruism' refers to:

A) Selfish behavior
B) Group conflict
C) Selfless concern for others
D) Economic competition

85. The Stanford Prison Experiment demonstrated the impact of:

A) Economic inequality
B) Social roles on behavior
C) Individual creativity
D) Political power

86. The term 'social facilitation' refers to:

A) Improved performance in the presence of others
B) Decreased group productivity
C) Economic collaboration
D) Cultural isolation

87. Which of the following reduces prejudice?

A) Social isolation
B) Economic competition
C) Intergroup contact
D) Political conflict

88. The term 'social identity' refers to:

A) Individual achievements
B) Economic status
C) Political beliefs
D) Sense of belonging to a group

89. The concept of 'diffusion of responsibility' is associated with:

A) Individual accountability
B) Bystander effect
C) Economic collaboration
D) Political activism

90. The term 'ingroup bias' refers to:

A) Favoring one’s own group
B) Promoting diversity
C) Economic equality
D) Political neutrality

Social Work-Related Areas (25 Questions)

91. Social work primarily aims to:

A) Enforce legal penalties
B) Conduct corporate audits
C) Enhance individual and community well-being
D) Develop technological solutions

92. The concept of 'juvenile justice' in social work focuses on:

A) Rehabilitating young offenders
B) Corporate social responsibility
C) Urban planning
D) Financial counseling

93. Which act in India protects child rights?

A) Right to Information Act
B) Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act
C) Companies Act
D) Motor Vehicles Act

94. Social welfare programs in India often focus on:

A) Corporate expansion
B) Military training
C) Technological innovation
D) Poverty alleviation and education

95. Human rights in social work emphasize:

A) Economic profitability
B) Political campaigns
C) Dignity and equality for all
D) Corporate governance

96. The term 'casework' in social work refers to:

A) Individualized client support
B) Group therapy
C) Economic planning
D) Legal enforcement

97. Which of the following is a core principle of social work?

A) Economic competition
B) Empowerment of individuals
C) Political neutrality
D) Technological development

98. The National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (NREGA) aims to:

A) Promote urbanization
B) Support corporate growth
C) Enhance military training
D) Provide employment in rural areas

99. Social workers often use which approach to address community issues?

A) Legal prosecution
B) Economic forecasting
C) Community organization
D) Technological innovation

100. The term 'advocacy' in social work refers to:

A) Representing clients’ interests
B) Corporate management
C) Economic analysis
D) Political campaigning

101. The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) in India focuses on:

A) Corporate welfare
B) Child health and nutrition
C) Urban development
D) Technological advancements

102. Which of the following is a key ethical principle in social work?

A) Profit maximization
B) Political neutrality
C) Client confidentiality
D) Economic efficiency

103. The term 'social justice' in social work refers to:

A) Economic profitability
B) Political power
C) Technological equity
D) Fairness and equality in society

104. The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act in India was enacted in:

A) 2005
B) 1995
C) 2010
D) 1985

105. Social workers addressing substance abuse often use:

A) Legal prosecution
B) Counseling and rehabilitation
C) Economic sanctions
D) Political advocacy

106. The term 'community development' in social work refers to:

A) Individual therapy
B) Corporate expansion
C) Improving community resources
D) Political reforms

107. Which of the following is a focus of social work in forensic settings?

A) Economic forecasting
B) Technological innovation
C) Corporate governance
D) Offender rehabilitation

108. The Right to Education Act in India ensures:

A) Free education for children aged 6-14
B) Corporate training programs
C) Military education
D) Technological literacy

109. The term 'empowerment' in social work refers to:

A) Economic control
B) Enhancing client capabilities
C) Political dominance
D) Technological advancement

110. The National Commission for Women in India focuses on:

A) Economic reforms
B) Technological development
C) Women’s rights and empowerment
D) Military training

111. The term 'group work' in social work refers to:

A) Facilitating group-based interventions
B) Individual counseling
C) Economic planning
D) Legal enforcement

112. Which scheme in India promotes girl child education?

A) Digital India
B) Beti Bachao Beti Padhao
C) Make in India
D) Swachh Bharat Abhiyan

113. The term 'social policy' in social work refers to:

A) Corporate strategies
B) Individual therapy
C) Government programs for social welfare
D) Technological advancements

114. Social workers addressing mental health issues often collaborate with:

A) Corporate executives
B) Military personnel
C) Political leaders
D) Psychologists and counselors

115. The National Human Rights Commission in India addresses:

A) Violations of human rights
B) Corporate governance
C) Technological development
D) Economic reforms

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