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 : 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 : Virtual reality provides (A) Sharp pictures (B) Individual audio (C) Participatory experience (D) Preview of new films
Last Answer : (C) Participatory experience
Description : Chinese Cultural Revolution leader Mao Zedong used a type of communication to talk to the masses is known as (A) Mass line communication (B) Group communication (C) Participatory communication (D) Dialogue communication
Last Answer : (A) Mass line communication
Description : Which of the following statements best describes a lead compound? a) A compound that contains the element lead b) A compound from the research laboratory that is chosen to go forward for preclinical and ... of a drug. d) The first compound of a structural class of compounds to reach the market.
Last Answer : c) A molecule that shows some activity or property of interest and serves as the starting point for the development of a drug.
Description : Which of the following sources of data is not based on primary data collection? (A) Census of India (B) National Sample Survey (C) Statistical Abstracts of India (D) National Family Health Survey
Last Answer : (C) Statistical Abstracts of India
Description : A research intends to explore the effect of possible factors for the organization of effective mid-day meal interventions. Which research method will be most appropriate for this study? (A) Historical method (B) Descriptive survey method (C) Experimental method (D) Ex-post-facto method
Last Answer : (D) Ex-post-facto method
Description : The conclusions/findings of which type of research cannot be generalized to other situations? (A) Causal Comparative Research (B) Historical Research (C) Descriptive Research (D) Experimental Research
Last Answer : (B) Historical Research
Description : The principles of fundamental research are used in (A) action research (B) applied research (C) philosophical research (D) historical research
Last Answer : (B) applied research
Description : Controlled group condition is applied in (A) Survey Research (B) Historical Research (C) Experimental Research (D) Descriptive Research
Last Answer : (C) Experimental Research
Description : The research which is exploring new facts through the study of the past is called (A) Philosophical research (B) Historical research (C) Mythological research (D) Content analysis
Last Answer : (B) Historical research
Description : Field-work based research is classified as: (A) Empirical (B) Historical (C) Experimental (D) Biographical
Last Answer : (C) Experimental
Description : The study in which the investigators attempt to trace an effect is known as: (A) Survey Research (B) ‘Ex-post Facto’ Research (C) Historical Research (D) Summative Research
Last Answer : (B) ‘Ex-post Facto’ Research
Description : Research can be classified as : (A) Basic, Applied and Action Research (B) Quantitative and Qualitative Research (C) Philosophical, Historical, Survey and Experimental Research (D) All the above
Last Answer : Answer: D Classification of Research by Purpose - Basic v/s Applied research - Research and development - Evaluative research Classification of Research by Method - Historical research - Descriptive research - Experimental research
Description : Which of the following is not the Method of Research ? (A) Observation (B) Historical (C) Survey (D) Philosophical
Last Answer : Answer: A There are two types of research which can be done to develop a thesis or dissertation: Practical Research: The practical approach consists of the empirical study of ... published works like researching through archives of public libraries, court rooms and published academic journals
Description : A research paper is a brief report of research work based on (A) Primary Data only (B) Secondary Data only (C) Both Primary and Secondary Data (D) None of the above
Last Answer : (C) Both Primary and Secondary Data
Description : Which of the following is the first step in starting the research process? (A) Searching sources of information to locate problem. (B) Survey of related literature (C) Identification of problem (D) Searching for solutions to the problem
Last Answer : (C) Identification of problem
Description : Which of the following options are the main tasks of research in modern society? (I) to keep pace with the advancement in knowledge. (II) to discover new things. (III) to write a critique on the earlier writings. (IV) to ... IV, II and I (B) I, II and III (C) I and III (D) II, III and IV
Last Answer : Answer: A Option 1 is most suitable because in modern society, the research has 3 basic roles. 1) The students whether in pure sciences/social sciences have been trained in ... also to satisfy timeless inquisitiveness of human mind. Therefore, it is also having discovery oriented apporach
Description : What are the advantages written records source of historical research?
Last Answer : Need answer
Description : Which one of the following is not a source of data? (A) Administrative records (B) Population census (C) GIS (D) Sample survey
Last Answer : (C) GIS
Description : Which of the following methods of teaching encourages the use of maximum senses? (A) Problem-solving method (B) Laboratory method (C) Self-study method (D) Team teaching method
Last Answer : (B) Laboratory method
Description : The following statement(s) is/are true concerning initial microbiologic diagnostic techniques. a. Appropriate expeditious transport of specimens to the microbiology laboratory is essential for obtaining accurate ... a 4-to 8-fold increase over the MIC to be considered clinically efficacious.
Last Answer : Answer: a, c, d Because most surgical infections are polymicrobial, specimens should be cultured for aerobic and anaerobic bacteria, as well as fungi. Although aerobic and aerotolerant ... fold increase over MIC during the peak serum level have been demonstrated to be clinically efficacious
Description : Formulation of hypothesis may NOT be required in: (A) Survey method (B) Historical studies (C) Experimental studies (D) Normative studies
Last Answer : (B) Historical studies
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 : The of ‘Research ethics’ may be considered pertinent at which stage of research? (A) At the stage of problem formulation and its definition (B) At the stage of defining the population of research (C) At the stage of data collection and interpretation (D) At the stage of reporting the findings.
Last Answer : (D) At the stage of reporting the findings.
Description : Research ethics has a direct connection more often with which stages of research ? (A) Defining and delimiting the scope of research. (B) Problem formulation and reporting of research ... deciding the sampling technique for research. (D) Deciding about statistical techniques and data analysis.
Last Answer : (B) Problem formulation and reporting of research findings.
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 : In a Ph.D. thesis which one is the correct sequence for showing scheme of Chapterisation ? (A) Survey of related studies, Introduction, Design of the study, DataAnalysis and ... of study, Data analysis and interpretation, Conclusions and generalizations, Suggestions for further research, Appendix
Last Answer : (C) Introduction, Survey of related studies, Design of study, Datapresentation; analysis & Interpretation, Formulation of generalization & Conclusions, Suggestions for further research, References & Appendix
Description : Which of the following is an initial mandatory requirement for pursuing research? (A) Developing a research design (B) Formulating a research question (C) Deciding about the data analysis procedure (D) Formulating a research hypothesis
Last Answer : (B) Formulating a research question
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 : In qualitative research paradigm, which of the following features may be considered critical? (A) Data collection with standardised research tools. (B) Sampling design with probability sample techniques ... evidences. (D) Data gathering to take with top-down systematic evidences.
Last Answer : (C) Data collection with bottom-up empirical evidences.
Description : Ethical norms in research do not involve guidelines for: (A) Thesis format (B) Copyright (C) Patenting policy (D) Data sharing policies
Last Answer : (A) Thesis format
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 frequency distribution of a research data which is symmetrical in shape similar to a normal distribution but center peak is much higher, is (A) Skewed (B) Mesokurtic (C) Leptokurtic (D) Platykurtic
Last Answer : (C) Leptokurtic
Description : What is a Research Design? (A) A way of conducting research that is not grounded in theory. (B) The choice between using qualitative or quantitative methods. (C) The style in which you present your research ... e.g. a graph. (D) A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data.
Last Answer : (D) A framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data.
Description : The core elements of dissertation are (A) Introduction; Data Collection; Data Analysis; Conclusions and Recommendations (B) Executive Summary; Literature review; Data gathered; Conclusions; ... ; References (D) Introduction; Literature Review; Research Methodology; Results; Discussion and Conclusion
Last Answer : A
Description : Identify the correct sequence of research steps : (A) Selection of topic, review of literature, data collection, interpretation of findings (B) Review of literature, selection of topic, data ... of findings (D) Selection of topic, review of literature, interpretation of findings, data collection
Last Answer : (A) Selection of topic, review of literature, data collection, interpretation of findings
Description : Which one of the following belongs to the category of good 'research ethics'? (A) Publishing the same paper in two research journals without telling the editors. (B) Conducting a review of the literature ... for a favour even though the colleague did not make a serious contribution to the pa per.
Last Answer : (B) Conducting a review of the literature that acknowledges the contributions of other people in the relevant field or relevant prior work.
Description : Arrange the following steps of research in correct sequence: 1. Identification of research problem 2. Listing of research objectives 3. Collection of data 4. Methodology 5. Data analysis 6. Results and discussion (A) 1 - 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 - ... C) 2 - 1 - 3 - 4 - 5 - 6 (D) 2 - 1 - 4 - 3 - 5 - 6
Last Answer : Answer: B
Description : Good research ethics' means (A) Not disclosing the holdings of shares/stocks in a company that sponsors your research. (B) Assigning a particular research problem to one Ph.D./research student only ... journal. (D) Submitting the same research manuscript for publishing in more than one jo urnal.
Last Answer : (B) Assigning a particular research problem to one Ph.D./research student only
Description : Research is not considered ethical if it (A) tries to prove a particular point. (B) does not ensure privacy and anonymity of the respondent. (C) does not investigate the data scientifically. (D) is not of a very high standard.
Last Answer : (B) does not ensure privacy and anonymity of the respondent.
Description : In the process of conducting research ‘Formulation of Hypothesis” is followed by (A) Statement of Objectives (B) Analysis of Data (C) Selection of Research Tools (D) Collection of Data
Last Answer : (B) Analysis of Data
Description : One of the aims of the scientific method in research is to: (A) improve data interpretation (B) eliminate spurious relations (C) confirm triangulation (D) introduce new variables
Last Answer : Answer: B aims of the scientific method in research is: Observe and Describe Predict Determination of the Causes Explain The aims of research can then be finetuned, or may serve to open up new areas of interest. Either way, the store of human knowledge has been enriched and increased.
Description : Effectiveness of communication can be traced from which of the following? (a) Attitude surveys (b) Performance records (c) Students attendance (d) Selection of communication channel Select the correct answer from the codes given below: ... (C) (a), (b) and (c) (D) (b), (c) and (d)
Last Answer : Answer: C
Description : Case-study collects the data from the following sources Options: A) From individual B) From Anecdotal records C) From Government documents D) From all the above
Last Answer : D) From all the above
Description : The percentage share of electrical power from solar energy in the total electric power generation from all renewable energy sources sought to be achieved by Indian government by the year 2022, is (A) ~ 57.1% (B) ~ 65.5% (C) ~ 47.5% (D) ~ 75%
Last Answer : Answer: A
Description : The arsenic pollution in ground water in Bangladesh and parts of India is due to (A) industrial waste (B) thermal power plants (C) natural sources (D) agricultural practices
Last Answer : (C) natural sources
Description : Inside rural homes, the source/sources of Nitrogen Oxide Pollution may be: (a) Unvented gas stoves (b) Wood stoves (c) Kerosene heaters Choose the correct code: (A) (a) and (b) only (B) (b) and (c) only (C) (b) only (D) (a), (b) and (c)
Last Answer : Answer: D
Description : One of the anthropogenic sources of gaseous pollutants chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) in air is (A) Cement Industry (B) Fertiliser industry (C) Foam industry (D) Pesticide industry
Last Answer : (C) Foam industry
Description : Identify the correct sequence of energy sources in order of their share in the power sector in India: (A) Thermal > nuclear > hydro > wind (B) Thermal > hydro > nuclear > wind (C) Hydro > nuclear > thermal > wind (D) Nuclear > hydro > wind > thermal
Last Answer : (B) Thermal > hydro > nuclear > wind