Question 1

What does SEN stand for?

Accepted Answer

SEN stands for Special Educational Needs, referring to the support required by some children who need additional help with their education due to learning difficulties or disabilities.

Question 2

A disability may be present in which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Disabilities can manifest in various forms, including issues with speech, hearing, eyesight, mobility, perception, memory, continence, dexterity, and physical coordination. Therefore, all the options listed represent possible areas where disabilities may be present.

Question 3

Applied behavioural analysis (ABA) is often used to help children with which of the following conditions?

Accepted Answer

ABA (Applied Behavioral Analysis) is a therapy based on the science of learning and behavior and is most commonly used to help children with autism spectrum disorders. It aims to improve specific behaviors and skills and can include social skills, communication, reading, and academics as well as adaptive learning skills, such as fine motor dexterity, hygiene, grooming, domestic capabilities, punctuality, and job competence.

Question 4

Success of inclusive education depends on

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Question 5

Authoritarian level teaching is

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Authoritarian level teaching is teacher-centered, meaning the teacher is the primary authority figure and controls the classroom environment, content, and pace of the curriculum.

Question 6

Setting suitable learning Challenges, Responding to hildren diverse learnin needs,Overcomin potential barriers to learning and assessment for

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Question 7

The National Policy recognizes that Persons with Disabilities are valuable human resources for the country and seeks to create an environment that provides them equal opportunities, protection of their rights and full participation in society.

Accepted Answer

The National Policy for Persons with Disabilities, 2006, aims to create an inclusive environment that offers equal opportunities and full participation for people with disabilities, recognizing them as valuable human resources.

Question 8

A gifted Child will tend to surpass the average child in which of the following areas? …

Accepted Answer

Gifted children often excel in academic achievement due to their advanced intellectual abilities and capacity for learning.

Question 9

normal growth and to enable them to face life with courage and confidence" This was the objective of-

Accepted Answer

The objective mentioned is from the National Policy on Education (NPE), 1986, which aimed at promoting the growth and development of individuals to enable them to face life with courage and confidence.

Question 10

It was a combined effort of the Ministry of Human Resources Development (MHRD) and UNICEF-

Accepted Answer

Project Integrated Education for the Disabled (PIED) was a collaborative effort between the Ministry of Human Resources Development (MHRD) and UNICEF aimed at integrating children with disabilities into regular schools.

Question 11

This landmark legislation seeks to protect and promote the rights of persons who within the disability sector, have been even more marginalized than others

Accepted Answer

The National Trust Act, 1999 is specifically aimed at protecting and promoting the rights of persons with disabilities, particularly those who are more marginalized within the disability sector.

Question 12

'Synectics' is the method used for catering to which categories of children? …

Accepted Answer

Synectics is a method designed to enhance creative thinking, making it particularly suitable for creative children.

Question 13

Enrolment and retention of all children in 6-14 years of age is the motive of-

Accepted Answer

Sarva Shiksha Abhiyan (SSA) is specifically aimed at the universalization of elementary education, focusing on enrolling and retaining children aged 6-14 years in school.

Question 14

The apex authority to develop, recognize and regulate the course curriculum of Special Education

Accepted Answer

The Rehabilitation Council of India is the apex authority responsible for developing, recognizing, and regulating the course curriculum of Special Education.

Question 15

GPI stands for-

Accepted Answer

GPI stands for Gender Parity Index, which is a socioeconomic index usually used to measure the relative access to education of males and females.

Question 16

AAC stands for-

Accepted Answer

AAC stands for Alternative and Augmentative Communication, which includes methods used to supplement or replace speech or writing for those with impairments in the production or comprehension of spoken or written language.

Question 17

Adaptive driving aids, hand controls, wheelchair and other lifts, modified vans, or other motor vehicles used for personal transportation

Accepted Answer

These items are examples of vehicle modifications designed to assist individuals with mobility challenges in operating a vehicle or accessing transportation. Sensory aids and computer access aids serve different purposes.

Question 18

The National Trust has established a National Resource Centre for display of available assistive devices at AADI (a registered organisation of the National Trust), New Delhi is called

Accepted Answer

The National Resource Centre for display of available assistive devices at AADI, New Delhi, established by the National Trust, is called "Sambhav". This initiative aims to provide a platform for showcasing various assistive devices that can aid individuals with disabilities.

Question 19

ASD stands for -

Accepted Answer

ASD stands for Autism Spectrum Disorders, which is a range of conditions characterized by challenges with social skills, repetitive behaviors, speech, and nonverbal communication.

Question 20

Attempts to provide gifted education that aloows pupils to advance to a higher-level class covering material more suited to their abilities and preparedness is-

Accepted Answer

Acceleration is the educational strategy that allows gifted students to move to a higher-level class that matches their abilities and readiness, enabling them to engage with more challenging material appropriate for their advanced skills.

Quiz 1: Special Education and Disabilities