1)  Match the following

List I                               List II

a. Gagne                          Social constructivism

b. Piaget                          Pragmatism

c. Vygotsky                     Cognitive development theory

d. John Dewey                Hierarchy of learning theory


A) a-3, b-4, c-1, d-2

B) a-2, b-4, c-3, d-1

C) a-2, b-1, c-4, d-3

D) a-4, b-3, c-1, d-2

Gagné → 4: Proposed a hierarchy of learning (from signal learning to problem solving) and “conditions of learning.”

Piaget → 3: Known for the cognitive development theory (sensorimotor to formal operational stages).

Vygotsky → 1: Father of social constructivism—learning through social interaction and the Zone of Proximal Development.

John Dewey → 2: Key proponent of pragmatism and learning by doing in progressive education.

Ans)  D) a-4, b-3, c-1, d-2


2)  Select the correct statement/s

Education system should be isolated from society and culture

Education has no role in balancing the socio-economic framework of the country

Education is a powerful medium of social change

Without any discrimination every person should get an equal opportunity for education

A) 1 only

B) 2 only

C) 1 & 2 only

D) 3 & 4 only

Statement 1:  Incorrect. Education is deeply interconnected with society and culture. It reflects, preserves, and transforms cultural values — it cannot be isolated.

Statement 2:  Incorrect. Education plays a vital role in maintaining and balancing the socio-economic framework by promoting equality, mobility, and development.

Statement 3:  Correct. Education acts as a powerful agent of social change, transforming attitudes, values, and structures in society.

Statement 4:  Correct. Equal educational opportunities without discrimination (based on caste, gender, religion, etc.) is a core principle of modern education systems and fundamental rights.

Ans) D) 3 & 4 only