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CTET Paper I (Classes I to V) May 2016 Solved Paper

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A child's development is the result of:

Solution:

Concept:

Development results from the continuous interaction between heredity and environment.

Explanation:

Heredity sets the biological limits and potential for a child’s growth.

Environment provides the necessary stimulation to reach that potential.

For example, heredity determines the IQ range, while environment decides the exact score within that range.

Without the right environmental support, even strong hereditary traits may not fully develop.

The two forces always work together to shape the child’s overall development.

The table below summarises the roles of each factor:

Heredity Factors	Heredity refers to the genetic constitution of an individual which is established during conception. It is the property of organic beings by which offspring have the nature and characteristics of parents or ancestors. Hereditary influences have a bearing on the traits likely to exist in a child. It is because of this that members of a family bear a physical resemblance to each other and a high degree of correlation exists among siblings than others. To stimulate the hereditary potential, the environmental stimulation must be of the right kind at the time when development normally occurs.
Environmental Factors	Though heredity and environment are closely inter-related and each human being at birth has a gene determined physical, mental and biochemical potential. This potential may not be reached because of environmental influences. Stimulation to the development of innate abilities comes from the environment. Environment influences this potential only to a limited extent favorably or unfavorably. Therefore, inborn capacities must be stimulated by environmental factors. Good seeds planted in poor soil result in stunted growth.

Thus, development is always a product of the interaction between heredity and environment.

Answer:

Option B: a combination of heredity and environment

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