Nalanda Open University
Annual Examination 2016
B.A. Education (Honours), Part-I
Paper-I (Philosophical and Sociological Foundations of Education)
Time: 3.00 Hrs. Full Marks: 80
Answer any Five questions. All questions carry equal marks.
1. Describe the meaning, definitions and scope of Education.
2. Write about the humanistic works of Education.
3. What do you mean by Educational Philosophy? Write the nature and function of
Educational Philosophy.
4. Explain the objectives of Education according to Idealism.
5. Describe the important features and components of Vedic Education.
6. Throw light on the role of teachers in modern Education.
7. Explain the meaning, objectives and importance of Educational Sociology.
8. Discuss the different agencies of Education.
9. What do you mean by eradication of illiteracy? What should be done in India for it.
10. Write short notes on any Two of the following:-
Humanism
Pragmatism
Role of Education in Social change
Characteristic of Indian culture.