DP Viva

Do they always ask questions related to porn or do sometimes! 

Not necessarily, but taking mental preparation is good for these questions. 

Should I prepare for pre-organized questions, so that I can answer perfectly? If yes then which are these questions!

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Yes. DP rapidly ask questions based on your answer. Just know yourself, your family, relatives, friends, interest, hobbies and Biodata. 

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If he starts talking about the classification of porn, should I share this if I know?

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Avoid providing too much information. Just say that you do not know that much about the details, you just watch it. If D.P asks, “What type of porn do you like to watch?”, answer with a common category such as sensual or romantic sex.

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What if I gave you 5 thousand tk?

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Sir, I would save the money/ I would buy a new watch and save the rest/ I would fix my phone and change the rest. 

Try to be honest and confident about your answer. 

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Will ISSB take it negatively if I don’t have any communication with female friends? What do they expect from a candidate?

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ISSB will not take it negatively as long as you yourself do not regret the situation that you are in. They expect people who are straightforward in decision making and are confident with what they do and how they make their way in their own respective circumstances. 

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What kinds of situational questions may he ask?

Situational questions may be in various forms. Some examples can be as the following:

1. What would you do if I gave you 1 lakh tk right now.

2. Suppose you are walking by a river and you notice someone struggling in water, how would you respond?

3. Suppose you are somewhere outside and you check your pockets to find out you lost your phone/wallet, what do you do now.

I have no girlfriend, but I like a girl and we frequently talk. Should I tell this to DP?

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When D.P asks, “Do you have a girlfriend?” Simply reply with a No. There is no need to provide extra information and talking about situationships or talking stages should be avoided. 

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Should I feel proud if he insults me, saying, "What did you do in your whole life, could not even make a girlfriend?" How should my response be?

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A sample response to said question may be, “Sir, I believe if I actually tried enough, I could go into a relationship. But as things are now, it will not be possible for me to provide the required time and effort towards a relationship since I am focusing mainly on my studies and my career at the moment. “

If you’re religious you may also reply that you avoid relationships because they are forbidden in your religion. 

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What is a guarded response?

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A guarded response is when you withhold providing extended information in case of topics you do not want the conversation to trail to. Such as, if the D.P asks, “Do you have a girlfriend/boyfriend?” With this, a simple yes or no will do as an answer. There is no need to give any further information unless the D.P specifically asks you to. If the D.P asks, “How intimate were you with your girlfriend/boyfriend?” It is best to respond that you only held hands and sometimes would kiss. Even if you have an extended history, it should be avoided. Or if the D.P asks “When do you smoke?”. You should reply simply by stating that you smoke occasionally when you are out with friends. There is no need to provide any excess information other than that.

Remember, you will always be speaking truthfully, but in certain cases when you know your response might show a sign of severe misconduct, it is advised to withhold information.

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I smoke Goldleaf, should I say Goldleaf or Benson?

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The conversation will be as follows:

D.P: What cigarette do you smoke?

You: Sir, I smoke Goldleaf from Benson and Hedges.

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What if I gave you 5 lakh tk?

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Sir, I would look for opportunities to invest this money into and save it for future purposes. 

Try to be honest and confident about your answer. Actually explain how you would use the money.

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Should I say I’m a chain smoker, or what should I express to him if he asks how many cigarettes I smoke a day?

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Do not say that you are a chain smoker. You should say, “Sir, I smoke occasionally when I’m out with my friends. Smoking is not a daily thing for me.” (Reply based on your situation. These are the answer to provide you a perspective what kinds of conversation you may do with your DP)

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Is there any limit to being open-minded?

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ISSB is all about being yourself. Express your own way of thought and your opinions about everything. As long as you are genuine, you are eligible. 

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Tell me about your jonmo, soisob,koishor,bere uthar somoy, totally tomar life nie?

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Talk about where you were born. Which schools you went to. Talk about how you interacted with your siblings and your parents while growing up. Mention a story you remember from your childhood.But obviously please make sure you are a good story teller about yourself at least. This question has wide scope to share about you, This is an open ended question which has maximum privilege to share about your thoughts. 


Also remember, you are having a conversation and you may speak freely about your experiences in life. Be proud of your family and be grateful for the circumstances you grew up with.

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How should I interact with DP, should I also greet him on my welcoming as he does?

Check whether the door says ‘Push’ or ‘Pull’. If there is nothing written then knock on the door and wait for permission. Before entering, give Salam and ask if you may go in. Once you’re inside, stand straight beside the chair and when provided permission, sit down without making any sound. Your footsteps must also make minimal sound or no sound if possible.


He may welcome you by saying Hello Amzad. I hope you are having a great time at ISSB. Your reply should be“Yes sir I’m enjoying being here with my beloved team members, hope you’re also having a great time.”

Afterwards continue the conversation in a sober manner. It is very important to note that you must maintain proper eye contact at all times.

How to introduce my family?

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Start with your father. Explain his profession(where he works, his rank/designation, what he does) and then do the same for your mother.

Then mention your siblings. 

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What if I gave you 50 thousand tk?

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 Sir, I would look for opportunities to invest this money into and save it for future purposes. 

Try to be honest and confident about your answer. Actually explain how you would use the money.

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How should my genuine response be with him?

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Your responses, at all times should be as honest as you can be with said responses. There is no wrong answer so speak with honesty and confidence and show the D.P that you are straightforward with your decisions and you do not falter under pressure.

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Should I share our family planning or long-term vision or too much seriousness about her?

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It is good to not go into too much depth about such information. You may however share that you are really serious about this person, you think he/she is the one and you wish to marry him/her one day in sha Allah.

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