Child Care Practice in Global Context — DU B.A. (Hons.) Social Work Previous Year Question Papers

1. What is meant by the term 'child'? Describe the different concepts and approaches used to define childhood and explain the main developmental stages of a child. 2. What are cultural variations in child-rearing practices? Describe how different cultures approach the upbringing of children and what this means for child care professionals. 3. What is the UN Convention on the Rights of the Child? Describe its main provisions and explain why it is important for protecting children's rights globally. 4. Give an overview of the key theories of child development. Briefly explain any two theories and describe how they help us understand the growth and behaviour of children. 5. What is child-centric social work practice? Describe how social workers evaluate child care programmes in India and explain the importance of case study analysis in understanding child welfare. 6. Describe the main child protection policies and programmes in India. What are the emerging challenges in protecting the rights of children in the country today? 7. What is cultural competence in child care? Why is it important to understand and respect cultural differences when working with children and families from different backgrounds? 8. Write short notes on any TWO of the following: a) Globalization and Its Impact on Children Emerging challenges in child rights protection c) Integrating social work methods in child care practice