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1) Who was the author of the book named "Methods in Social Research"?
a. Kerlinger
b. CR Kothari
c. Goode and Hatt
d. Wilkinson
3) What is the name of the conceptual framework in which the research is carried out?
a. Research hypothesis
b. Synopsis of Research
c. Research paradigm
d. Research design
a. Reasonably accurate
b. An economical method of data collection
c. Free from personal biases
d. All of the above
7) A research intends to explore the result of possible factors for the organization of effective
mid-day meal interventions. Which research method will be most appropriate for this study?
11) Which one among the following statements is false in the context of participatory research?
12) Which one among the following statement is true in the context of the testing of hypotheses?
15) What does the longitudinal research approach actually deal with?
a. Long-term research
b. Short-term research
c. Horizontal research
d. None of the above
a. Goal-oriented
b. Following an aim
c. Attaining an aim
d. Praying to achieve an aim
19) Which of the following options are the main tasks of research in modern society?
21) The main aim of the scientific method in the research field is to _________
22) A researcher is interested in studying the prospects of a particular political party in an urban
area. So, what tool should he prefer for the study?
a. Rating Scale
b. Interview
c. Questionnaire
d. Schedule
23) The conclusions/findings of which type of research cannot be generalized to other situations?
a. By research title
b. By research duration
c. By research objectives
d. By total expenditure on research
a. Survey
b. Historical
c. Observation
d. Philosophical
27) A research problem is feasible only when
a. Validity
b. Objectivity
c. Originality
d. All of the above
a. Quota sampling
b. Cluster sampling
c. Systematic sampling
d. Stratified random sampling
31) What does a good thesis involve?
a. b), c) and d)
b. a), b), c) and d)
c. a), b) and c)
d. a), b) and d)
32) Which one among the following statements is correct in context to research?
a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution to a
problem.
b) It is a systematic, logical and unbiased process wherein verification of hypotheses, data analysis,
interpretation and formation of principles can be done.
c) It is an intellectual inquiry or quest towards truth,
d) It enhances knowledge.
33) On what basis did Jean Piaget give his theory of cognitive development of humans?
a. Evaluation Research
b. Fundamental Research
c. Applied Research
d. Action Research
a. Social relevance
b. Financial support
c. Researcher's interest
d. Availability of relevant literature
39) Which one among the following is the most comprehensive source of population data?
a. Census
b. National Sample Surveys
c. Demographic Health Surveys
d. National Family Health Surveys
a. Controlling
b. Observation
c. Reference collection
d. Manipulation and replication
41) What are those conditions where a research problem is not viable?
a. A longitudinal research
b. An applied research
c. A kind of research being carried out to solve a specific problem
d. All of the above
45) Which one among the following falls under the category of research development?
a. Descriptive Research
b. Philosophical Research
c. Action Research
d. All of the above
47) What is the best-suited name for a process that doesn't necessitate experimental research?
a. Manipulation
b. Controlling
c. Content analysis
d. Observation
48) Which one among the following variables cannot be expressed in quantitative terms?
a. Numerical Aptitude
b. Marital Status
c. Socio-economic Status
d. Professional Attitude
49) The "Sociogram" technique is used to study _________
a. Vocational Interest
b. Human Relations
c. Professional Competence
d. Achievement Motivation
50) Which one among the following phrases does not correspond to the meaning of research as a
process?
a. Problem Solving
b. Trial and Error
c. Objective Observation
d. Systematic Activity