Question
According to Gordon Allport, the dominant trait of an individual is the :
This question was previously asked in
CUET PG 2026 Agri-Business Management Question Paper (25-Mar-2026) (Shift 2)
The correct answer is
Cardinal Trait
Gordon Allport's Trait Theory: Dominant Traits
Gordon Allport proposed a hierarchical system for understanding personality traits. He categorized traits based on their level of influence and organization within an individual's personality.
Understanding Trait Categories
Allport identified three main types of traits:
- Cardinal Traits: These are rare but extremely influential traits that dominate a person's entire life. They shape almost all of an individual's behavior and become so ingrained that they often define the person.
- Central Traits: These are the general characteristics that describe a person's core personality, such as honesty, kindness, or intelligence. Most people have several central traits (around 5-10).
- Secondary Traits: These are less consistent and less important traits, often related to attitudes, preferences, and specific situational behaviors (e.g., disliking certain foods, being anxious in crowds).
Identifying the Dominant Trait
According to Allport's framework, the most powerful and overarching trait that significantly shapes an individual's identity and behavior is the Cardinal Trait. While rare, it acts as the defining characteristic.
Therefore, the dominant trait of an individual, as per Gordon Allport's theory, is the Cardinal Trait.
Was this answer helpful?
Similar Questions
- "Inclusion is a philosophy which embraces the idea that everyone has something of value to contribute and that everyone has the right to belong". The statement was given by :
- Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : An Inclusive school has a facilitative and responsive environment with activities focusing on strengths and interest of students and designed to encourage all students to build mutual respect by learning and participating together.
Reason (R) : The objective is to cater to needs of each student irrespective of her / his individual pace to draw out maximum potential.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below : - Arrange the following Indian thinkers in chronological order of their year of birth :
A. M.K. Gandhi
B. R.N. Tagore
C. J. Krishnamurti
D. Swami Vivekanand
E. Aurobindo Ghosh
Choose the correct answer from the options given below : - Who among the following are proponents of Pragmatism ?
A. M.K. Gandhi
B. John Dewey
C. J.J. Rousseau
D. R.N. Tagore
E. Charles Pierce
Choose the correct answer from the options given below : - Match List - I with List - II.
List - I (Concept) List - II (Thinker) A. Banking Concept of Education I. Paulo Freire B. Deschooling Society II. Ivan Illich C. Rishi Valley School III. J. Krishnamurti D. Back to Vedas IV. Swami Dayanand Saraswathi
Choose the correct answer from the options given below : - Given below are two statements : one is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R).
Assertion (A) : Takshashila was famous for its higher education.
Reason (R) : Takshashila was a noted centre of learning due to its teachers' expertise and complete autonomy.
In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below : - Arrange the following chronologically :
A. Woods Despatch
B. Macaulay's Minutes
C. Hunter Commission or Indian Education Commission
D. Auckland Minutes
E. Sadler Commission or Calcutta University Commission
Choose the correct answer from the options given below : - During 19th Century, the pioneers for initiating institutionalized education for women were :
A. Rani Lakshmi Bai
B. Savitribai Phule
C. Uda devi
D. Rani Chhannamma
E. Fatima Sheikh
Choose the correct answer from the options given below : - Indian Social Reformers during British Rule, who raised voice against religious orthodoxy, were :
A. Ishwar Chandra Vidyasagar
B. Bhartendu Harishchandra
C. Raja Ram Mohan Roy
D. Lala Lajpat Rai
E. Vinoba Bhave
Choose the correct answer from the options given below : - Match List - I with List - II.
List - I (Period in History) List - II (Main Stream Centres of Learning) A. British Period I. Maktab B. Medieval Period II. Schools and Colleges C. Buddhist Period III. Pathshalas and Gurukulas D. Vedic Period IV. Vihar
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :
Important Questions from Mixed Topic (CUET PG)
- Kalpsutra, the illustrated canonical text is from:-
- The Harappan city almost exclusively devoted to craft production was-:
- Mohandas Karamchand Gandhi launched quit India movement after the failure of:-
- The "Objectives Resolution" was introduced in constituent assembly by:-
- Who among the following was not a member of the constituent assembly:-
Need Expert Advice?
Upcoming Exams
GATE
February 06, 2027
Test Series
CUET
CUET PG Psychology (HUQP20) 2026 Mock Test Series
10 Tests
800 Attempts
3.7(15)
English
More Questions from CUET PG
