RESERACH METHDOLOGY
PREVIOUS QUESTIONS IN UGC NET
Question-Based on UGC NET Exam July
2018
1. There are two sets given below. Set – I
specifies the types of research, while Set – II indicates
their characteristics. Match the two and give
your answer by selecting the appropriate code.
Set – I
(Research
types)
(a) Fundamental research
(b) Applied research
(c) Action research
(d) Evaluative research
Set – II
(Characteristics)
(i) Finding out the extent of perceived impact of an intervention
(ii) Developing an effective explanation through theory building
(iii) Improving an existing situation through use of interventions
(iv) Exploring the possibility of a theory for use in various situations
(v) Enriching technological resources
Code :
(a) (b) (c)
(d)
(1) (ii)
(iv) (iii) (i)
(2) (v) (iv)
(iii) (ii)
(3) (i) (ii)
(iii) (iv)
(4) (ii)
(iii) (iv) (v)
Answer: 1
2. Which of the sets of activities best
indicate the cyclic nature of action research strategy ?
(1) Reflect,
Observe, Plan, Act
(2) Observe,
Act, Reflect, Plan
(3) Act,
Plan, Observe, Reflect
(4) Plan,
Act, Observe, Reflect
Answer: 4
3. Which of the following sequences of
research steps is nearer to scientific method?
(1)
Suggested solution of the problem, Deducing the consequences of the solution,
Perceiving
the problem
situation, Location of the difficulty and testing the solutions.
(2)
Perceiving the problem situation, Locating the actual problem and its
definition,
Hypothesizing,
Deducing the consequences of the suggested solution and Testing the
hypothesis
in action.
(3) Defining
a problem, Identifying the causes of the problem, Defining a population,
Drawing a
sample, Collecting data and Analysing results.
(4)
Identifying the causal factors, Defining the problem, Developing a hypothesis,
Selecting
a sample,
Collecting data and arriving at generalizations and Conclusions.
Answer: 3
4. The problem of ‘research ethics’ is
concerned with which aspect of research activities ?
(1)
Following the prescribed format of a thesis
(2) Data
analysis through qualitative or quantitative techniques
(3) Defining
the population of research
(4) Evidence
based research reporting
Answer: 4
5. In which of the following activities,
potential for nurturing creative and critical thinking is
relatively greater ?
(1)
Preparing research summary
(2)
Presenting a seminar paper
(3)
Participation in research conference
(4)
Participation in a workshop
Answer: 4
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
November 2017
1. Which of
the following research types focuses on ameliorating the prevailing situations
?
(1)
Fundamental Research
(2) Applied
Research
(3) Action
Research
(4)
Experimental Research
Answer : 3
children.
Which method of research would be appropriate for this ?
(1) Case
study method
(2)
Experimental method
(3)
Ex-post-facto method
(4) Survey
method
Answer : 3
3. In which
of the following arrangements a wider spectrum of ideas and issues may be made
possible ?
(1) Research
Article
(2) Workshop
mode
(3)
Conference
(4) Symposium
Answer : 2
4. In
finalizing a thesis writing format which of the following would form part of
supplementary
pages ?
(1) List of
tables and figures
(2) Table of
contents
(3)
Conclusions of the study
(4)
Bibliography and Appendices
Answer : 1
5. Which of
the following is susceptible to the issue of research ethics ?
(1)
Inaccurate application of statistical techniques
(2) Faulty
research design
(3) Choice
of sampling techniques
(4)
Reporting of research findings
Answer : 4
Question-Based on UGC NET Exam
January 2017
1. The
principal of a school conducts an interview session of teachers and students
with a
view to
explore the possibility of their enhanced participation in school programmes.
This
endeavour
may be related to which type of research ?
(1)
Evaluation Research
(2)
Fundamental Research
(3) Action
Research
(4) Applied
Research
Answer: 3
2. In doing
action research what is the usual sequence of steps ?
(1) Reflect,
observe, plan, act
(2) Plan,
act, observe, reflect
(3) Plan, reflect,
observe, act
(4) Act,
observe, plan, reflect
Answer: 2
3. Which
sequence of research steps is logical in the list given below ?
(1) Problem
formulation, Analysis, Development of Research design, Hypothesis
making,
Collection of data, Arriving at generalizations and conclusions.
(2)
Development of Research design, Hypothesis making, Problem formulation, Data
analysis,
Arriving at conclusions and data collection.
(3) Problem
formulation, Hypothesis making, Development of a Research design,
Collection
of data, Data analysis and formulation of generalizations and conclusions.
(4) Problem
formulation, Deciding about the sample and data collection tools,
Formulation
of hypothesis, Collection and interpretation of research evidence.
Answer: 3
4. Below are given two sets – research methods (Set-I) and data collection tools (Set-II).
Match the
two sets and indicate your answer by selecting the correct code :
Set – I
(Research
Methods)
a. Experimental method
b. Ex
post-facto method
c.
Descriptive survey method
d.
Historical method
Set – II
(Data Collection Tools)
i. Using primary and secondary sources
ii. Questionnaire
iii. Standardized tests
iv. Typical characteristic tests
Codes :
a b c d
(1) ii i iii
iv
(2) iii iv
ii i
(3) ii iii i
iv
(4) ii iv
iii i
Answer: 2
5. The issue
of ‘research ethics’ may be considered pertinent at which stage of research ?
(1) At the
stage of problem formulation and its definition
(2) At the
stage of defining the population of research
(3) At the
stage of data collection and interpretation
(4) At the
stage of reporting the findings.
Answer :4
Question-Based
on UGC NET Exam July 2016
1. 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.
(C) Data
collection with bottom-up empirical evidences.
(D) Data
gathering to take with top-down systematic evidences.
Answer: C
2. From the
following list of statements identify the set which has negative implications
for ‘research ethics’ :
(i) A
researcher critically looks at the findings of another research.
(ii) Related
studies are cited without proper references.
(iii)
Research findings are made the basis for policy making.
(iv) Conduct
of practitioner is screened in terms of reported research evidences.
(v) A
research study is replicated with a view to verify the evidences from other
researches.
(vi) Both
policy making and policy implementing processes are regulated in terms of
preliminary studies.
(A) (i),
(ii) and (iii)
(B) (ii),
(iii) and (iv)
(C) (ii),
(iv) and (vi)
(D) (i),
(iii) and (v)
Answer: C
3. 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 the data-analysis stage a
null hypothesis is advanced to find out the tenability of research hypothesis.
On the basis of the evidence available, the null hypothesis is rejected at 0.01
level of significance. What decision may be warranted in respect of the
research hypothesis?
(A) The
research hypothesis will also be rejected.
(B) The
research hypothesis will be accepted.
(C) Both the
research hypothesis and the null hypothesis will be rejected.
(D) No
decision can be taken in respect of the research hypothesis.
Answer: B
4. 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
Answer: D
5. 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
Answer: B
6. The
format of thesis writing is the same as in
(A)
preparation of a research paper/article
(B) writing
of seminar presentation
(C) a
research dissertation
(D)
presenting a workshop/conference paper
Answer: C
Question-Based on UGC NET Exam December
2015
1. 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.
Answer: D
2. Which of
the following statements is true in the context of the testing of a hypothesis?
(A) It is
only the alternative hypothesis, that can be tested.
(B) It is
only the null hypothesis, that can be tested.
(C) Both,
the alternative and the null hypotheses can be tested.
(D) Both,
the alternative and the null hypotheses cannot be tested.
Answer: B
3. Which of
the following are the basic rules of APA style of referencing format?
(a)
Italicize titles of shorter works such as journal articles or essays
(b) Invert
authors’ names (last name first)
(c)
Italicize titles of longer works such as books and journals
(d)
Alphabetically index reference list
(A) (a) and
(b)
(B) (b), (c)
and (d)
(C) (c) and
(d)
(D) (a),
(b), (c) and (d)
Answer: B
4. Which of
the following are the characteristics of a seminar?
(a) It is a
form of academic instruction.
(b) It
involves questioning, discussion and debates.
(c) It
involves large groups of individuals.
(d) It needs
involvement of skilled persons.
(A) (b) and
(c)
(B) (b) and
(d)
(C) (b), (c)
and (d)
(D) (a), (b)
and (d)
Answer: D
5. 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
Answer: C
6. Ethical
norms in research do not involve guidelines for:
(A) Thesis
format
(B)
Copyright
(C)
Patenting policy
(D) Data
sharing policies
Answer: A
7. Consider
the argument given below:
‘Pre –
employment testing of teachers is quite fair because doctors, architects and
engineers who are now employed had to face such a testing.’
(A)
Deductive
(B)
Analogical
(C)
Psychological
(D)
Biological
Answer: B
8. A
definition that has a meaning that is deliberately assigned to some symbol is
called:
(A) Lexical
(B)
Precising
(C)
Stipulative
(D)
Persuasive
Answer: C
9. A Cluster
of propositions with a structure that exhibits some inference is called
(A) An
inference
(B) An
argument
(C) An
explanation
(D) A valid
argument
Answer: B
Question Based on UGC NET Exam June
2015
1. 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 unbiased process wherein verification of hypothesis
data analysis, interpretation and formation of principles can be done
(c) It is an
intellectual enquiry or quest towards truth
(d) It leads
to enhancement of knowledge
(B) (b), (c)
and (d)
(C) (a), (c)
and (d)
(D) (a),
(b), (c) and (d)
Answer: D
2. A good
thesis writing should involve
(a)
reduction of punctuation and grammatical errors to a minimum
(b) careful
checking of references
(c)
consistency in the way the thesis is written
(d) a clear
and well written abstract
(B) (a), (b)
and (c)
(C) (a), (b)
and (d)
(D) (b), (c)
and (d)
Answer: A
3. Jean
Piaget gave a theory of cognitive development of humans on the basis of his
(A)
Fundamental research e basis of his
(B) applied
research
(C) Action
research
(D)
Evaluation Research
Answer: A
4. “Male and
female students perform equally well in a numerical aptitude test.”
This
statement indicates a(A) research hypothesis
(B) null
hypothesis
(C)
directional hypothesis
(D) statistical
hypothesis
Answer: B
5. The
conclusions/findings of which type of research cannot be generalized to other
situations
(A)
Historical research
(B)
Descriptive Research
(C)
Experimental Research
(D) Causal
Comparative Research
Answer: C
6.Which of
the following steps are required to design a questionnaire
(a) Writing
primary and secondary aims of the study
(b) Review
of the current literature
(c) Prepare
a draft of questionnaire
(d) Revision
of the draft
(A) (a), (b) and (c)
(B) (a), (c)
and (d)
(C) (b), (c)
and (d)
(D) (a),
(b), (c) and (d)
Answer: B
7. When the
purpose of a definition is to explain the use or to eliminate ambiguity the
definition is called
(A)
Stipulative
(B)
Theoretical
(C) Lexical
(D)
Persuasive
Answer: B
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
December 2014
1. The core
elements of dissertation are
(A)
Introduction; Data Collection; Data Analysis; Conclusions and Recommendations
(B)
Executive Summary; Literature review; Data gathered; Conclusions; Bibliography
(C) Research
Plan; Research Data; Analysis; References
(D)
Introduction; Literature Review; Research Methodology; Results; Discussion and
Conclusion
Answer: D
2. 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 findings e.g. a graph.
(D) A
framework for every stage of the collection and analysis of data.
Answer: D
3. “Sampling
Cases” means
(A) Sampling
using a sampling frame
(B)
Identifying people who are suitable for research
(C)
Literally the researcher’s brief case
(D) Sampling
of people, newspapers, television programmes etc.
Answer: D
4. 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
Answer: C
5. When
planning to do a social research, it is better to
(A) Approach
the topic with an open mind
(B) Do a
pilot study before getting stuck into it
(C) Be
familiar with literature on the topic
(D) Forget
about theory because this is a very practical
Answer: A
6. When
academicians are called to deliver lecture or presentations to an audience on
certain topics or a set of topics of educational nature, it is called
(A) Training
Program
(B) Seminar
(C) Workshop
(D)
Symposium
Answer: B
7. Media is
known as
(A) First
Estate
(B) Second
Estate
(C) Third
Estate
(D) Fourth
Estate
Answer: D
Question Based on UGC NET Exam June
2014
1. In a
thesis, figures and tables are included in
(A) The
appendix
(B) A
separate chapter
(C) The
concluding chapter
(D) The text
itself
Answer: D
2. A thesis
statement is
(A) An
observation
(B) A fact
(C) An assertion
(D) A
discussion
Answer: C
3. The
research approach of Max Weber to understand how people create meanings in
natural settings is identified as
(A) Positive
paradigm
(B) Critical
paradigm
(C) Natural
paradigm
(D)
Interpretative paradigm
Answer: D
4. Which one
of the following is a non probability sampling?
(A) Simple
Random
(B)
Purposive
(C)
Systematic
(D)
Stratified
Answer: B
5. Identify
the category of evaluation that assesses the learning progress to provide
continuous feedback to the students during instruction.
(A)
Placement
(B)
Diagnostic
(C)
Formative
(D)
Summative
Answer: C
6. The
research stream of immediate application is
(A)
Conceptual research
(B) Action
research
(C)
Fundamental research
(D)
Empirical research
Answer: B
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
December 2013
1. The
population information is called parameter while the corresponding sample
information is known as
(A) Universe
(B)
Inference
(C) Sampling
design
(D)
Statistics
Answer: D
2. The
sequential operations in scientific research are
(A)
Co-vaiation, Elimination of Spurious Relations, Generalisation, Theorisation
(B)
Generalisation, Co-variation, Theorisation, Elimination of Spurious Relations
(C)
Theorisation, Generalisation, Elimination of Spurious Relations, Co-variation
(D)
Elimination of Spurious Relations, Theorisation, Generalisation, Co-variation.
Answer: A
3. In
sampling, the lottery method is used for
(A)
Interpretation
(B)
Theorisation
(C)
Conceptualisation
(D)
Randomisation
Answer: D
4. Which is
the main objective of research?
(A) To
review the literature
(B) To
summarize what is already known
(C) To get
an academic degree
(D) To
discover new facts or to make fresh interpretation of known facts
Answer: D
5. Sampling
error decreases with the
(A) Decrease
in sample size
(B) Increase
in sample size
(C) Process
of randomization
(D) Process
of analysis
Answer: B
6. The
Principles of fundamental research are used in
(A) Action
research
(B) Applied
research
(C)
Philosophical research
(D) Historical
research
Answer: B
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
September 2013 (Retest)
1. Which one
of the following is not a type of experimental method?
(A) Single
group experiment
(B) Residual
group experiment
(C) Parallel
group experiment
(D) Rational
group experiment
Answer: B
2. Which one
of the following is not a non-parametric test ?
(A) t-test
(B) Sign
test
(C)
Chi-square test
(D) Run test
Answer: A
3. 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 agencies do not support qualitative research in academic
institutions.
(A) Both (A)
and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
(B) Both (A)
and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
(C) Both (A)
and (R) are false.
(D) (A) is
true, but (R) is false
Answer: D
4. 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 collection, interpretation of findings
(C)
Selection of topic, data collection, review of literature, interpretation of
findings
(D)
Selection of topic, review of literature, interpretation of findings, data
collection
Answer: A
5.
Deconstruction is a popular method of research in
(A) Basic
Science
(B) Applied
Science
(C) Social
Science
(D)
Literature
Answer: D
6. With
which one of the following techniques communality is associated?
(A)
Univariate analysis
(B) Factor
analysis
(C) Case
studies
(D) SWOT
analysis
Answer: B
7. The
variable which impacts the relationship between an independent variable and a
dependent variable is known as
(A)
antecedent variable
(B)
precedent variable
(C)
predictor variable
(D) control
variable
Answer: D
8. Which one
of the following is a nonprobability sampling method?
(A) Simple Random
Sampling
(B)
Stratified Sampling
(C) Cluster
Sampling
(D) Quota
Sampling
Answer: D
Question Based on UGC NET Exam June
2013
1. A
research paper
(A) is a
compilation of information on a topic.
(B) contains
original research as deemed by the author.
(C) contains
peer-reviewed original research or evaluation of research conducted by others.
(D) can be
published in more than one journal.
Answer: C
(A)
Publishing the same paper in two research journals without telling the editors.
(B)
Conducting a review of the literature that acknowledges the contributions of
other people in the relevant field or relevant prior work.
(C) Trimming
outliers from a data set without discussing your reasons in a research paper.
(D)
Including a colleague as an author on a research paper in return for a favor
even though the colleague did not make a serious contribution to the paper.
Answer: B
3. Which of
the following sampling methods is not based on probability?
(A) Simple
Random Sampling
(B)
Stratified Sampling
(C) Quota
Sampling
(D) Cluster
Sampling
Answer: C
4. Which one
of the following references is written as per Modern Language Association (MLA)
format?
(A) Hall,
Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005
(B) Hall,
Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005
(C) Hall,
Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005
(D) Hall,
Donald. Fundamentals of Electronics, New Delhi : Prentice Hall of India, 2005
Answer: D
5. A
workshop is
(A) a
conference for discussion on a topic.
(B) a
meeting for discussion on a topic.
(C) a class
at a college or a university in which a teacher and the students discuss a
topic.
(D) a brief
intensive course for a small group emphasizing the development of a skill or
technique for solving a specific problem.
Answer: D
6. A working
hypothesis is
(A) a proven
hypothesis for an argument.
(B) not
required to be tested.
(C) a
provisionally accepted hypothesis for further research.
(D) a
scientific theory.
Answer: C
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
December 2012
1. Which one
of the following is an indication of the quality of a research journal?
(A) Impact
factor
(B) h-index
(C) g-index
(D)
i10-index
Answer: A
2. 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.
(C)
Discussing with your colleagues confidential data from a research paper that
you are reviewing for an academic journal.
(D)
Submitting the same research manuscript for publishing in more than one
journal.
Answer: B
(A)
Convenience sampling
(B) Quota
sampling
(C)
Judgement sampling
(D)
Stratified sampling
Answer: D
4. Which one
of the following references is written according to American Psychological
Association (APA) format?
(A) Sharma,
V. (2010). Fundamentals of Computer Science. New Delhi : Tata McGraw Hill
(B) Sharma,
V. 2010. Fundamentals of Computer Science. New Delhi : Tata McGraw Hill
(C)
Sharma.V. 2010. Fundamentals of Computer Science, New Delhi : Tata McGraw Hill
(D) Sharma,
V. (2010), Fundamentals of Computer Science, New Delhi : Tata McGraw Hill
Answer: A
5. 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 – 6
(B) 1 – 2 –
4 – 3 – 5 – 6
(C) 2 – 1 –
3 – 4 – 5 – 6
(D) 2 – 1 –
4 – 3 – 5 – 6
Answer: B
6. 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 any assumption of its truth.
(C)
Hypothesis is a proposed explanation for a phenomenon.
(D)
Scientific hypothesis is a scientific theory.
Answer: D
Question Based on UGC NET Exam June
2012
1. The
research that aims at immediate application is
(A) Action
Research
(B)
Empirical Research
(C)
Conceptual Research
(D)
Fundamental Research
Answer: A
2. When two
or more successive footnotes refer to the same work which one of the following
expressions is used ?
(A) ibid
(B) et.al
(C) op.cit :
(D) loc.cit.
Answer: A
3. Nine year
olds are taller than seven year olds. This is an example of a reference drawn
from
(A) Vertical
study
(B)
Cross-sectional study
(C) Time
series study
(D)
Experimental study
Answer: B
4.
Conferences are meant for
(A) Multiple
target groups
(B) Group
discussions
(C)
Show-casing new Research
(D) All the
above
Answer: D
5. Ex Post
Facto research means
(A) The
research is carried out after the incident
(B) The
research is carried out prior to the incident
(C) The
research is carried out along with the happening of an incident.
(D) The
research is carried out keeping in mind the possibilities of an incident.
Answer: A
6. Research
ethics do not include
(A) Honesty
(B)
Subjectivity
(C)
Integrity
(D)
Objectivity
Answer: B
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
December 2011
1. A
hypothesis is a
(A) law
(B) canon
(C)
postulate
(D)
supposition
Answer: D
2. Suppose
you want to investigate the working efficiency of nationalized bank in India,
which one of the following would you follow?
(A) Area
Sampling
(B)
Multi-stage Sampling
(C)
Sequential Sampling
(D) Quota
Sampling
Answer: B
3.
Controlled group condition is applied in
(A) Survey
Research
(B)
Historical Research
(C)
Experimental Research
(D)
Descriptive Research
Answer: C
4. Workshops
are meant for
(A) giving
lectures
(B) multiple
target groups
(C) showcase
new theories
(D) hands on
training/experience
Answer: D
5. Which one
of the following is a research tool?
(A) Graph
(B)
Illustration
(C)
Questionnaire
(D) Diagram
Answer: C
6. 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.
Answer: B
Question
Based on UGC NET Exam June 2011
1. 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
Answer: C
(A)
Descriptive Research
(B) Sample
Survey
(C)
Fundamental Research
(D) Applied
Research
Answer: C
3. A group
of experts in a specific area of knowledge assembled at a place and prepared a
syllabus for a new course. The process may be termed as
(A) Seminar
(B) Workshop
(C)
Conference
(D)
Symposium
Answer: B
4. 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
Answer: D
5. Which one
of the following methods is best suited for mapping the distribution of
different crops as provided in the standard classification of crops in India ?
(A) Pie
diagram
(B)
Chorochromatic technique
(C) Isopleth
technique
(D) Dot
method
Answer: B
6. Which one
of the following does not come under the methods of data classification ?
(A)
Qualitative
(B)
Normative
(C) Spatial
(D)
Quantitative
Answer: C
7. Which one
of the following is not a source of data ?
(A)
Administrative records
(B)
Population census
(C) GIS
(D) Sample
survey
Answer: A
8. 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
Answer: D
9. Research
is conducted to
I. Generate
new knowledge
II. Not to
develop a theory
III. Obtain
research degree
IV.
Reinterpret existing knowledge
Which of the
above are correct ?
(A) I, III
& II
(B) III, II
& IV
(C) II, I
& III
(D) I, III
& IV
Answer: D
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
December 2010
1. Which of
the following variables cannot be expressed in quantitative terms?
(A)
Socio-economic Status
(B) Marital
Status
(C)
Numerical Aptitude
(D)
Professional Attitude
Answer: D
2. A doctor
studies the relative effectiveness of two drugs of dengue fever. His research
would be classified as
(A)
Descriptive Survey
(B)
Experimental Research
(C) Case
Study
(D)
Ethnography
Answer: B
3. The term
‘phenomenology’ is associated with the process of
(A)
Qualitative Research
(B) Analysis
of Variance
(C)
Correlational Study
(D)
Probability Sampling
Answer: A
4. The
‘Sociogram’ technique is used to study
(A)
Vocational Interest
(B)
Professional Competence
(C) Human
Relations
(D) Achievement
Motivation
Answer: C
5. Which one
of the following methods serve to measure correlation between two variables?
(A) Scatter
Diagram
(B)
Frequency Distribution
(C) Two-way
table
(D)
Coefficient of Rank Correlation
Answer: D
6. Which of
the following phrases is not relevant to describe the meaning of research as a
process?
(A)
Systematic Activity
(B)
Objective Observation
(C) Trial
and Error
(D) Problem
Solving
Answer: B
7. Which of
the following is not an example of a continuous variable?
(A) Family
size
(B)
Intelligence
(C) Height
(D) Attitude
Answer: B
Question Based on UGC NET Exam June
2010
1. Action
research means
(A) A
longitudinal research
(B) An
applied research
(C) A
research initiated to solve an immediate problem
(D) A
research with socioeconomic objective
Answer: C
2. Research
is
(A)
Searching again and again
(B) Finding
solution to any problem
(C) Working
in a scientific way to search for truth of any problem
(D) None of
the above
Answer: C
3. A common
test in research demands much priority on
(A)
Reliability
(B)
Useability
(C)
Objectivity
(D) All of
the above
Answer: D
4. 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
Answer: A
5. 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
Answer: C
6. Normal
Probability Curve should be
(A)
Positively skewed
(B)
Negatively skewed
(C)
Leptokurtic skewed
(D) Zero
skewed
Answer: D
7. Which one
of the following is the oldest Archival source of data in India ?
(A) National
Sample Surveys
(B)
Agricultural Statistics
(C) Census
(D) Vital
Statistics
Answer: A
8. In a
large random data set following normal distribution, the ratio (%) of number of
data points which are in the range of (mean ± standard deviation) to the total
number of data points, is
(A) ~ 50%
(B) ~ 67%
(C) ~ 97%
(D) ~ 47%
Answer: B
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
December 2009
1. A null
hypothesis is
(A) when
there is no difference between the variables
(B) the same
as research hypothesis
(C)
subjective in nature
(D) when
there is difference between the variables
Answer: A
2. 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
Answer: B
3. Action
research is
(A) An
applied research
(B) A
research carried out to solve immediate problems
(C) A
longitudinal research
(D)
Simulative research
Answer: B
4. The
process not needed in Experimental Researches is
(A)
Observation
(B)
Manipulation
(C) Controlling
(D) Content
Analysis
Answer: B
5.
Manipulation is always a part of
(A)
Historical research
(B)
Fundamental research
(C)
Descriptive research
(D)
Experimental research
Answer: C
6. Which
correlation co-efficient best explains the relationship between creativity and
intelligence?
(A) 1.00
(B) 0.6
(C) 0.5
(D) 0.3
Answer: A
Question Based on UGC NET Exam June
2009
1. How can
the objectivity of the research be enhanced?
(A) Through
its impartiality
(B) Through
its reliability
(C) Through
its validity
(D) All of
these
Answer: D
2.
Action-research is:
(A) An
applied research
(B) A
research carried out to solve immediate problems
(C) A
longitudinal research
(D) All the
above
Answer: B
3. The basis
on which assumptions are formulated:
(A) Cultural
background of the country
(B)
Universities
(C) Specific
characteristics of the castes
(D) All of
these
Answer: A
4. Which of
the following is classified in the category of the developmental research?
(A)
Philosophical research
(B) Action
research
(C)
Descriptive research
(D) All the
above
Answer: D
5. We use
Factorial Analysis:
(A) To know
the relationship between two variables
(B) To test
the Hypothesis
(C) To know
the difference between two variables
(D) To know
the difference among the many variables
Answer: C
Question
Based on UGC NET Exam December 2008
1. The
research is always –
(A)
verifying the old knowledge
(B)
exploring new knowledge
(C) filling
the gap between knowledge
(D) all of
these
Answer: D
2. The
research that applies the laws at the time of field study to draw more and more
clear ideas about the problem is:
(A) Applied
research
(B) Action
research
(C)
Experimental research
(D) None of
these
Answer: C
3. When a
research problem is related to heterogeneous population, the most suitable
sampling method is:
(A) Cluster
Sampling
(B)
Stratified Sampling
(C)
Convenient Sampling
(D) Lottery
Method
Answer: B
4. The
process not needed in experimental research is:
(A)
Observation
(B)
Manipulation and replication
(C) Controlling
(D)
Reference collection
Answer: A
5. A
research problem is not feasible only when:
(A) it is
researchable
(B) it is
new and adds something to knowledge
(C) it
consists of independent and dependent variables
(D) it has
utility and relevance
Answer: C
Question Based on UGC NET Exam June
2008
1. Research
problem is selected from the stand point of:
(A)
Researcher’s interest
(B)
Financial support
(C) Social
relevance
(D)
Availability of relevant literature
Answer: C
2. Which one
is called non-probability sampling?
(A) Cluster
sampling
(B) Quota
sampling
(C)
Systematic sampling
(D)
Stratified random sampling
Answer: B
3.
Formulation of hypothesis may NOT be required in:
(A) Survey
method
(B)
Historical studies
(C)
Experimental studies
(D) Normative
studies
Answer: B
4.
Field-work based research is classified as:
(A)
Empirical
(B)
Historical
(C)
Experimental
(D)
Biographical
Answer: A
5. Which of
the following sampling method is appropriate to study the prevalence of AIDS
amongst male and female in India in 1976, 1986, 1996 and 2006?
(A) Cluster
sampling
(B)
Systematic sampling
(C) Quota
sampling
(D)
Stratified random sampling
Answer: B
6. A
statistical measure based upon the entire population is called parameter while
measure based upon a sample is known as:
(A) Sample
parameter
(B)
Inference
(C)
Statistics
(D) None of
these
Answer: C
7. The
importance of the correlation co-efficient lies in the fact that:
(A) There is
a linear relationship between the correlated variables.
(B) It is one
of the most valid measure of statistics.
(C) It
allows one to determine the degree or strength of the association between two
variables.
(D) It is a
non-parametric method of statistical analysis.
Answer: C
8. The
F-test:
(A) is
essentially a two tailed test.
(B) is
essentially a one tailed test.
(C) can be
one tailed as well as two tailed depending on the hypothesis.
(D) can
never be a one tailed test.
Answer: C
9. Which one
of the following is the most comprehensive source of population data?
(A) National
Family Health Surveys
(B) National
Sample Surveys
(C) Census
(D)
Demographic Health Surveys
Answer: C
10. Which
one of the following principles is not applicable to sampling?
(A) Sample
units must be clearly defined
(B) Sample
units must be dependent on each other
(C) Same
units of sample should be used throughout the study
(D) Sample
units must be chosen in a systematic and objective manner
Answer: B
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
December 2007
1.
Generalised conclusion on the basis of a sample is technically known as:
(A) Data
analysis and interpretation
(B)
Parameter inference
(C)
Statistical inference
(D) All of
the above
Answer : A
2. The
experimental study is based on:
(A) The
manipulation of variables
(B)
Conceptual parameters
(C)
Replication of research
(D) Survey
of literature
Answer : A
3. The main
characteristic of scientific research is:
(A)
empirical
(B)
theoretical
(C)
experimental
(D) all of
the above
Answer : D
4.
Authenticity of a research finding is its:
(A)
Originality
(B) Validity
(C)
Objectivity
(D) All of
the above
Answer : C
5. Which
technique is generally followed when the population is finite?
(A) Area
Sampling Technique
(B)
Purposive Sampling Technique
(C)
Systematic Sampling Technique
(D) None of
the above
Answer : C
Question Based on UGC NET Exam June
2007
1. To test
null hypothesis, a researcher uses:
(A) t test
(B) ANOVA
(C) X2
(D)
factorial analysis
Answer : B
2. A
research problem is feasible only when:
(A) it has
utility and relevance
(B) it is
researchable
(C) it is
new and adds something to knowledge
(D) all the
above
Answer : D
3.
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
Answer : B
4.
Fundamental research reflects the ability to:
(A)
Synthesize new ideals
(B) Expound
new principles
(C) Evaluate
the existing material concerning research
(D) Study
the existing literature regarding various topics
Answer : B
5. 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
Answer : B
6. A ratio
represents the relation between:
(A) Part and
Part
(B) Part and
Whole
(C) Whole
and Whole
(D) All of
the above
Answer : D
7. Out of
four numbers, the average of the first three numbers is thrice the fourth
number. If the average of the four numbers is 5, the fourth number is:
(A) 4.5
(B) 5
(C) 2
(D) 4
Answer : C
8. Circle
graphs are used to show:
(A) How
various sections share in the whole?
(B) How
various parts are related to the whole?
(C) How one
whole is related to other wholes
(D) How one
part is related to other parts?
Answer : B
9. Which of
the following methods will you choose to prepare choropleth map of India
showing urban density of population:
(A)
Quartiles
(B)
Quintiles
(C) Mean and
SD
(D) Break –
point
Answer : A
10. Which of
the following methods is best suited to show on a map the types of crops being
grown in a region?
(A)
Choropleth
(B)
Chorochromatic
(C)
Choroschematic
(D) Isopleth
Answer : A
Question Based on UGC NET Exam
December 2006
1. Research
can be conducted by a person who:
(A) has
studied research methodology
(B) holds a
postgraduate degree
(C)
possesses thinking and reasoning ability
(D) is a
hard worker
Answer: (A)
2. 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
Answer: (D)
3. Which of
the following is not the Method of Research?
(A)
Observation
(B)
Historical
(C) Survey
(D)
Philosophical
Answer: (A)
4. 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
Answer: (D)
5. The first
step of research is:
(A)
Selecting a problem
(B)
Searching a problem
(C) Finding
a problem
(D)
Identifying a problem
Answer: (D)
Question
Based on UGC NET Exam June 2006
1. 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
systematically examine and critically analyse the investigations/sources with
objectivity.
(A) IV, II
and I
(B) I, II
and III
(C) I and
III
(D) II, III
and IV
Answer: (A)
2. Match
List-I (Interviews) with List-II (Meaning) and select the correct answer from
the code given below:
List – I
(Interviews) List – II (Meaning)
(a)
structured interviews (i) greater flexibility approach
(b)
Unstructured interviews (ii) attention on the questions to be answered
(c) Focused
interviews (iii) individual life experience
(d) Clinical
interviews (iv) Pre determined question
(v)
non-directive
Code:
(a) (b) (c)
(d)
(A) (iv) (i)
(ii) (iii)
(B) (ii)
(iv) (i) (iii)
(C) (v) (ii)
(iv) (i)
(D) (i)
(iii) (v) (iv)
Answer: (A)
3. What do
you consider as the main aim of inter disciplinary research?
(A) To bring
out holistic approach to research.
(B) To
reduce the emphasis of single subject in research domain.
(C) To over
simplify the problem of research.
(D) To
create a new trend in research methodology.
Answer: (A)
4. 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
Answer: (B)
5. The depth
of any research can be judged by:
(A) title of
the research.
(B)
objectives of the research.
(C) total
expenditure on the research.
(D) duration
of the research.
Answer: (B)
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