Group Testing technique:-

             This technique i.e., based on a principle called “gestalt Principle” The group testing officer (GTO) access the complete group as a form and he assesses the level of each candidate and his position in the group.

       This technique is applied through a battery of tests. Some of which are indoor and other outdoor. Some tasks are group tasks and others are individual. These are a total of nine such tasks. The details of which are given in the succeeding paragraphs:-

       Group discussion:-

             This is an indoor task. The candidates are tested in two phases. In first phase, the GTO gives two subjects to the group and the group is asked to discuss one subject is given and there is no choice. This subject is also discussed for about 15-20 minutes. In group discussion it must be understand that it is just a informal exchange of views amongst friends on any topical subject and you do not have to came to any conclunione. The GTO tries to find out:_

(a)              The candidates power of expression ( Not necessarily English)

(b)              His manner of speech

(c)              His awareness of the topic

(d)              His ability  to cogently put across reasons in support of  his views.

(e)              His ability in grasping details, facts and figures

(f)                Is he receptive to others views on regard on his views.

(g)              He give up succumb under opposition to other/when he knows he is right

(h)              He encourages others specially weaker candidate to speak

(i)                Is he alternative or casual

(j)                 Is he the person who cannot sat involved in the main stream, and is involved in side discussion with the neighbors.

       From the above, it is seen that the candidate should show in depth of the topic with details. He should be able to put across to others clearly, confidentially with appropriate bearings even against opposition,. He should also be flexible to accept others intelligent views. Also, he should encourage and give change to others, especially weal candidates and be attentive.