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NIOS · Class 10 · Psychology

What Communication covers in NIOS Class 10 Psychology: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session. Part of the NIOS Class 10 Psychology syllabus.

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4 Topics · NIOS Class 10 Psychology · 2026-27

Topics in Communication

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1. Meaning and Elements of Communication

  • Communication is a process of interaction with people and the environment.
  • It involves a sender and a receiver and can happen at the individual level or group level.
  • A message is needed for communication to take place.
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2. Types of Communication

  • Communication is broadly divided into verbal and non-verbal communication.
  • Verbal communication uses words as tools of interaction.
  • Verbal communication can be oral or written.
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3. Features of Effective Communication

  • Effective communication depends on common frame of reference.
  • Mutual interest makes communication more meaningful.
  • Common language reduces misunderstanding.
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4. Non-verbal Communication in the Indian Context

  • Culture strongly shapes non-verbal communication in India.
  • Couples are not expected to show affectionate or intimate gestures in public or before family.
  • Handshakes between men and women are generally avoided in India, but they are common in corporate settings in Delhi and Mumbai.

Key Concepts

Central concept: Communication as a two-way process of sharing meaning through words and non-verbal cues

Meaning of communicationElements of communicationTypes of communicationVerbal communicationNon-verbal communicationChannels of non-verbal communicationEffective communicationBarriers to communication

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What are the important topics in Communication for NIOS Class 10 Psychology?
Key topics in Communication include Meaning and Elements of Communication, Types of Communication, Features of Effective Communication, Non-verbal Communication in the Indian Context. Study these first, then practise questions on each for the NIOS Class 10 board exam.
How should I revise Communication for the NIOS Class 10 board exam?
Learn the core ideas first, then work through the 45 practice questions on Communication. Revise definitions regularly and use flashcards for quick recall before the exam.

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