Description : The essential qualities of a researcher are (A) spirit of free enquiry (B) reliance on observation and evidence (C) systematization or theorizing of knowledge (D) all the above
Last Answer : (D) all the above
Description : Which of the following statements is correct ? (A) Objectives of research are stated in first chapter of the thesis (B) Researcher must possess analytical ability (C) Variability is the source of problem (D) All the above
Last Answer : (D) All the above
Description : A researcher is interested in studying the prospects of a particular political party in an urban area. What tool should he prefer for the study? (A) Rating scale (B) Interview (C) Questionnaire (D) Schedule
Last Answer : Answer: C
Description : Which of the following statements is not true in the context of participatory research ? (A) It recognizes knowledge as power. (B) It emphasises on people as experts. (C) It is a collective process of enquiry. (D) Its sole purpose is production of knowledge.
Last Answer : (D) Its sole purpose is production of knowledge.
Description : Which of the following statements regarding the meaning of research are correct? (a) Research refers to a series of systematic activity or activities undertaken to find out the solution of a problem. (b) It is a systematic, logical and an ... and (c) (C) (b), (c) and (d) (D) (a), (c) and (d)
Last Answer : D
Description : The practitioner makes a critical assessment of validity of audit evidence, with a questioning mind and being alert to conditions which may indicate possible misstatement due to error or ... integrity b. Professional skepticism c. Independence is mental attitude d. Sufficient appropriate evidence
Last Answer : Professional skepticism
Description : Which of the following is least likely an application of maintaining an attitude of professional skepticism? a. The auditor is alert to audit evidence that contradicts or brings into question the ... audit evidence to be able to draw reasonable conclusions on which to base the audit opinion.
Last Answer : In planning and performing an audit, the auditor assumes that management is dishonest.
Description : If your colleague entangles you in the act of negligence of duties with the help of principal how would you behave with him? Options: A) Revengeful and will give physical and mental shock to ... will insult him among the colleagues D) You will keep yourself alert and make his efforts unfruitful
Last Answer : D) You will keep yourself alert and make his efforts unfruitful
Description : Which of the following is not the critical feature of qualitative research ? (A) Actual settings are the direct source of data. (B) Data take the forms of words or pictures. (C) Seeking to ... social facts. (D) Researcher becomes immersed in the situation, present or past related to the phenomena.
Last Answer : Write S if the statement pertains to the strength of a quantitative research, W if it's a weakness. 1. It can be costly, difficult and time-consuming. 2. It is objective and provides ... It filters out external factors. 5. The numerical data can be analyzed in a quick and easy way.
Description : If a researcher conducts a research on finding out which administrative style contributes more to institutional effectiveness? This will be an example of (A) Basic Research (B) Action Research (C) Applied Research (D) None of the above
Last Answer : (B) Action Research
Description : Bibliography given in a research report: (A) shows vast knowledge of the researcher (B) helps those interested in further research (C) has no relevance to research (D) all the above
Last Answer : (A) shows vast knowledge of the researcher
Description : To test null hypothesis, a researcher uses: (A) t test (B) ANOVA (C) x 2 (D) factorial analysis
Last Answer : Answer: B Analysis of variance (ANOVA) is a collection of statistical models used to analyze the differences among group means and their associated procedures (such as "variation" among ... "variation" among and between groups), developed by statistician and evolutionary biologist Ronald Fisher.
Description : The important pre-requisites of a researcher in sciences, social sciences and humanities are (A) laboratory skills, records, supervisor, topic (B) Supervisor, topic, critical analysis, ... supervisor, topic, flexibility in thinking (D) topic, supervisor, good temperament, pre-conceived notions
Last Answer : (B) Supervisor, topic, critical analysis, patience
Description : Assertion (A): The U.G.C. Academic Staff Colleges came into existence to improve the quality of teachers. Reason (R): University and college teachers have to undergo both orientation and refresher courses. (A) Both (A) and ... (A) is correct and (R) is false. (D) (A) is false and (R) is correct.
Last Answer : Answer: A Refresher course is a training course, usually a short one, that teaches you about new developments in a particular subject or skill, especially one that yo un eed for your job. ... of activity or subject that a person or organization seems most interested in and gives most attention.
Description : Rule 10 of CCS Conduct rules not apply to:- a) Evidence given at an enquiry before an quthority appinted by the Govt, Parliament or a State Legislature b) Evidence given in any ... Evidence given at any departmental enquiry ordered by authorities subordinate to the government d) All the above
Last Answer : d) All the above
Description : Assertion (A): Learning is a life long process. Reason (R): Learning to be useful must be linked with life processes. Choose the correct Answer from the following code (A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct ... (C) (A) is true, but (R) is false (D) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Last Answer : Answer: B
Description : What do you do if your desires outstrip your capacities?
Last Answer : I can’t have everything I want in life….But that’s ok, I still have the rest of my ever changing list to work on.
Description : Research is basically- (i) A methodology of enquiry (ii) Search of truth (iii) A systematic exploration of facts (iv) All of the above
Last Answer : (iv) All of the above
Description : Suppose a teacher has acute stammering problem but he wins the favour through sycophancy. Therefore, he goes to any extent to seek favour from the administration. The other colleagues have great jealousy ... D) You tell him the difference between right and wrong things, to enhance his moral courage
Last Answer : C) You will treat him as his best friend
Description : If a researcher has the quality of exploration and has the fine skills in his field of research, the research will be Options: A) Value oriented B) Comprehension oriented C) Anxiety oriented D) Thinking oriented
Last Answer : A) Value oriented
Description : Suppose your friend has just left the home on scooter along with his son, immediately you hear the news that they met a road accident. What will you do in this case? Options: A) You will mock ... D) You will visit them next day and give an impression that you knew it just now from neighbourhood
Last Answer : B) You will rush immediately and extend all possible help keeping in mind that this is not the time of personal enmity
Description : In analysis of man-environment relationship Pragmatic Possibilism implies that : (A) There is no limit for man to exploit resources of earth (B) There are limited possibilities to explore earth's ... to keep in mind only his basic needs while planning to harness the potential of resourceful earth
Last Answer : (C) The man has to watch and assess the situation and then go ahead with resource utilization
Description : Why do eyes blink in unison? (Details)
Last Answer : Because our vision is lined up in such a way that we only see correctly with both eyes, unless we turn our heads slightly. If we blinked one eye at a time, everything would appear to jump back and forth.
Description : ANN is composed of large number of highly interconnected processing elements(neurons) working in unison to solve problems. A. True B. False C. D.
Last Answer : A. True
Description : For developing the language abilities of kindergartners, which of the following would be the most appropriate way to follow up the writing of a group essay? Options: A) Prepare a list of the most ... the essay aloud, in unison with the children, then leave it displayed where they can examine it
Last Answer : D) Read the essay aloud, in unison with the children, then leave it displayed where they can examine it
Description : Which of the following is not a reason for the small scale use of radio for educational purposes? Options: A) All subject-matter does not lend itself equally to its use B) Many teachers ... to give up our preconceptions of educations D) The evidence relative to its effectiveness is too inconclusive
Last Answer : D) The evidence relative to its effectiveness is too inconclusive
Description : Vincent Zigas, a medical officer posted in Papua New Guinea, found several patients of the Fore tribe afflicted with uncontrollable trembling that was typically followed by neurological collapse and death. A ... won the Nobel for his work in 1976. What was the disease that Gajdusek studied?
Last Answer : Kuru.
Description : Which one of the following is not an argument? (A) Devadutt does not eat in the day so he must be eating at night. (B) If Devadutt is growing fat and if he does not eat during the day, he will be ... not eat during the day. (D) Since Devadutt does not eat in the day, he must be eating in the night.
Last Answer : (B) If Devadutt is growing fat and if he does not eat during the day, he will be eating at night.
Description : Which sequence of research steps is logical in the list given below? (A) Problem formulation, Analysis, Development of Research design, Hypothesis making, Collection of data, Arriving ... sample and data collection tools Formulation of hypothesis, Collection and interpretation of research evidence
Last Answer : (C) Problem formulation, Hypothesis making, Development of a Research design, Collection of a Data; Data analysis and formulation of generalizations and conclusions.
Description : In a research on the effect of child-rearing practices on stress-proneness of children in competing school projects, the hypothesis formulated is that child rearing practices do influence stress-proneness'. At ... be rejected. (D) No decision can be taken in respect of the research hypothesis.
Last Answer : (B) The research hypothesis will be accepted.
Description : An analogical argument is strengthened by (A) making the claim bolder while its premises remain unchanged. (B) reducing the claim made on the basis of the premises affirmed. (C) remaining the claim unchanged ... the evidence in its support is found to exhibit greater frailty. (D) None of the above.
Last Answer : (B) reducing the claim made on the basis of the premises affirmed.
Description : Identify the incorrect statement: (A) A hypothesis is made on the basis of limited evidence as a starting point for further investigations. (B) A hypothesis is a basis for reasoning without ... is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon. (D) Scientific hypothesis is a scientific theory.
Last Answer : (D) Scientific hypothesis is a scientific theory.
Description : Deductive argument involves (A) sufficient evidence (B) critical thinking (C) seeing logical relations (D) repeated observation
Last Answer : (C) seeing logical relations
Description : The premises of a valid deductive argument: (A) Provide some evidence for its conclusion (B) Provide no evidence for its conclusion (C) Are irrelevant for its conclusion (D) Provide conclusive evidence for its conclusion
Last Answer : (D) Provide conclusive evidence for its conclusion
Description : Assertion (A): Formative evaluation tends to accelerate the pace of learning. Reason (R): As against summative evaluation, formative evaluation is highly reliable. Choose the correct Answer from the following code (A) Both (A) and ... ) is true, but (R) is false. (D) (A) is false, but (R) is true
Description : Assertion (A): Sustainable development critical to well-being of human society. Reason (R): Environmentally sound policies do not harm the environment or deplete the natural resources. Choose the correct code: (A) Both (A) and ( ... C) (A) is true and (R) is true (D) (A) is false and (R) is true
Last Answer : (B) Both (A) and (R) are correct, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Description : Assertion (A): Teaching aids have to be considered as effective supplements to instruction. Reason (R): They keep the students in good humour. Choose the correct answer from the codes given below : Codes : (A) Both (A ... ) is true, but (R) is false. (D) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Description : Assertion (A): The problems of environmental sustainability are difficult to resolve. Reason (R): Our understanding how environment works and how different human choices affect environment is inadequate. Choose the correct code: (A) ... is true and (R) is false. (D) (A) is false and (R) is true.
Last Answer : (A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
Description : Assertion (A): The purpose of higher education is to promote critical and creative thinking abilities among students. Reason (R): These abilities ensure job placements. Choose the correct answer from the following code: (A) Both ... A) is true and (R) is false. (D) (A) is false and (R) is true.
Last Answer : (C) (A) is true and (R) is false.
Description : Assertion (A): Conserving our soil resources is critical to human survival. Reason (R): Soil is home to many micro-organisms and contains minerals. Choose the correct code: (A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the ... (C) (A) is true and (R) is false. (D) (A) is false and (R) is true.
Description : Assertion (A): People population control measures do not necessarily help in checking environmental degradation. Reason (R): The relationship between population growth and environmental degradation is rather complex. Choose the correct ... (R) is false. (D) (A) is false but (R) is true.
Last Answer : Answer: A
Description : Consider the following assertion (A) and reason (R) and select the correct code given below: (A) : No man is perfect. (R): Some men are not perfect. (A) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) does not provide ... ). (C) (A) is true but (R) is false. (D) (A) is false but (R) is true.
Description : Assertion (A): Formal communication tends to be fast and flexible. Reason (R): Formal communication is a systematic and orderly flow of information. (A) (A) is false but, (R) is correct (B) Both (A) and ( ... correct, but (R) is not correct explanation of (A) (D) (A) is correct but, (R) is false
Description : A thesis statement is (A) an observation (B) a fact (C) an assertion (D) a discussion
Last Answer : (C) an assertion
Description : Read the following statements - one labelled as Assertion (A) and the other as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Qualitative research in India has a long way to go to reach international standards. Reason (R) : Because the funding ... (C) (A) is true, but (R) is false. (D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Last Answer : (C) (A) is true, but (R) is false.
Description : Consider the Assertion-I and Assertion-II and select the right code given below : Assertion-I : Even Bank-lockers are not safe. Thieves can break them and take away your wealth. But thieves cannot go ... is an argument but the assertion-I is not. (D) Both the assertions are explanations of facts.
Last Answer : (B) The assertion-I is an argument but the assertion-II is not.
Description : Assertion (A): The coin when flipped next time will come up tails. Reason (R): Because the coin was flipped five times in a row, and each time it came up heads. Choose the correct answer from below: (A) Both (A ... A). (D) (A) is doubtful, (R) is false, and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
Last Answer : (C) (A) is doubtful, (R) is true, and (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Description : Assertion (A) : Some carbonaceous aerosols may be carcinogenic. Reason (R) : They may contain polycyclic aromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs). (A) Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A). (B) Both ... (C) (A) is correct, but (R) is false. (D) (A) is false, but (R) is correct.
Description : Assertion (A) : Mass media promote a culture of violence in the society. Reason (R) : Because violence sells in the market as people themselves are violent in character. (A) Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct ... ). (C) (A) is true, but (R) is false. (D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Last Answer : (D) Both (A) and (R) are false.
Description : Assertion (A): For an effective classroom communication at times it is desirable to use the projection technology. Reason (R): Using the projection technology facilitates extensive coverage of course contents. (A) Both (A) and (R) ... ) is true, but (R) is false. (D) (A) is false, but (R) is true.
Last Answer : (B) Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation.