1. (a) What is the main goal of forensic interviewing. [2 marks]

(b) In your opinion, why should Forensic interviews not be conducted by professionals who are having an on-going or a planned therapeutic relationship with the child. [3 marks]

(c) Explain the overriding features between Hypothesis Testing and Child Centered Approach in forensic interviewing. [10 marks]

(d) You have recently been asked to interview a 7 year old boy who has been sexually abused. Clearly explain the guidelines about interviewer behavior, demeanor, and communication that you will follow throughout the interview. [15 marks]

Section B: Answer any Two Questions

2. Write short notes on the following in relation to forensic interviewing

(i) Support persons [5 marks]

(ii) Video recording or Audio recording and documentation. [5 marks]

(iii) Number of interviewers [5 marks]

(iv) The physical Setting [5 marks]