Q1➡|NET PAPER-1 JUNE 2021 Given below are two statements: Statement I: Exploratory studies mainly aim at developing hypotheses or questions for further research. Statement II: The goal of formal study is to test the hypotheses or answer the questions posed. In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below
i ➥ Both Stetement I and Statement II are false
ii ➥ Both Stetement I and Statement II are true
iii ➥ Stetement I is false but Statement II are true
iv ➥ Stetement I is true but Statement II are false
Q4➡| NET Nov 2020 24 Sept Shift-I A college teacher plans a research programme in which he/she intends to improve the socio-emotional aspect of his/her classroom climate during teaching which one of the following research methods will be considered appropriate in this context?
Q5➡| NET Nov 2020 24 Sept Shift-I The personalistic styles of writing a research report are permissible in which of the following research? A. Grounded theory research B. Experimental research C. Participant- observation based research D. Historical research E. Case study research Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q6➡| NET Nov 2020 24 Sept Shift-II A teacher proposes to find out the effect of praise and encouragement during a teaching learning session based on Skinner՚s theory of reinforcement. What type of research will it belong to?
Q7➡| NET Nov 2020 24 Sept Shift-II Given below are two statements Statement I: All research adds to the corpus of knowledge by advancing a theory Statement II: The focus of action research is basically on the amelioration of prevalent practices In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below
i ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are true
ii ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are false
iii ➥ Statement I is true but Statement II is false
iv ➥ Statement I is false but Statement II is true
Q9➡| NET Nov 2020 25 Sept Shift-I Given below are two statements, one is labelled as Assertion A and the other is labelled as Reason R Assertion A: Empirico-inductive paradigm in research focuses on meaning-giving subjective perspectives to depict reality Reason R: The purpose of research in this paradigm is not to arrive at generalizations but to discover the reality as lived In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below
i ➥ Both A and R are correct and R is the correct explanation of A
ii ➥ Both A and R are correct but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
Q10➡| NET Nov 2020 25 Sept Shift-II Which of the following are features of the qualitative research paradigm? A. The research is concerned with understanding the social phenomena from the participant՚s perspective B. It seeks to establish relationships, among variables and explains the causes of changes in measured social facts C. It is conducted in actual settings as the direct source of data and the researcher is the key instrument D. It is concerned with the process rather than simply with outcomes or products E. It attempts to establish universal context-free generalization Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q11➡| NET Nov 2020 29 Sept Shift-II Identify the features of scientific method from the following list A. Clearly defined variables and procedures B. Empirically verifiable hypotheses C. Little or no scope for self-correction D. Linguistic justification of conclusions E. Ability to rule out rival hypotheses Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q12➡| NET Nov 2020 29 Sept Shift-II A university teacher proposes a research project on why parents are apathetic to the university programmes. Which of the following research methods will be most appropriate for the project?
Q13➡| NET 30-September-2020 Shift – I Given below are two statements Statement I: Qualitative research is an umbrella term to refer to various research strategies that share certain characteristics Statement II: The research-data collected in qualitative research has been termed soft i.e.. , rich in description of people, places and conversation etc. In light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below
i ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are true
ii ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are false
iii ➥ Statement I is correct but Statement II is false
iv ➥ Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is true
Q14➡| NET 30-September-2020 Shift – I For the following research problem, which of the listed research methods will be most appropriate? “School principals influence on trust: Perspectives of mothers children with disabilities”
Q15➡| NET 30-September-2020 Shift – II Which of the following features of research are associated with qualitative inquiring? A. Actual settings as the direct source of data B. Data collection under controlled conditions C. Concern with process rather than simply with outcomes D. Establishing relationships and explaining the causes of changes E. Concerned with what are called participant perspectives Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q16➡| NET 30-September-2020 Shift – II A university teacher plans to study the performance of students in implementing specific projects in terms of their creativity level ″ . Which method of research will be appropriate to use in this context?
Q17➡| NET 1-October-2020 Shift -I The research method which focuses on establishing causal relationships with controls among variables – independent, moderator and dependent, is called
Q18➡| NET 1-October-2020 Shift -I What are the characteristic features of the Quantitative Research paradigm? A. It is Hypothetico-deductive. B. It is focused on natural settings. C. It lays stress on generalizations to the population characteristics. D. It emphasizes numeric data from a large number of people. E. It says that the literature review plays a minor role but justify the problem. Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q19➡| NET 1-October-2020 Shift -I Given below are two statements Statement I: Qualitative research paradigm emphasizes participant perspectives and uses an Empirico-inductive approach. Statement II: In the same research project, it is neither possible nor desirable to use both Qualitative and Quantitative research paradigms In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
i ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
ii ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
iii ➥ Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
iv ➥ Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Q20➡| NET 9-October-2020 Shift – I In which method of research the independent variable is manipulated to observe and measure its effect on dependent variable?
Q21➡| NET 9-October-2020 Shift – I Which of the following research forms, aims primarily at putting to use the theoretical advances with an eye on exploring the potential for generalizability?
Q24➡| NET 17-October-2020 Shift I Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : Data must be authentic before it can be of any value in a historical research, yet proof of authenticity does not establish ′ its value, it must also be accurate. Reason (R) : External criticism is, therefore, referred to as lower criticism of the data. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
i ➥ Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
ii ➥ Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A)
Q25➡| NET 17-October-2020 Shift – II Given below are two statements: Statement I: The goal of inquiry in fundamental research is directed at bringing an increment in the fund of knowledge. Statement II: Action research is a research by the practitioner, for the practitioner and of the practitioner. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer options given below:
i ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are true
ii ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
iii ➥ Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
iv ➥ Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Q27➡| NET 5-November-2020 Shift – II Given below are two statements: Statement I: Fundamental research is directed at exploring the applicability of truths and principles already established. Statement II: Action research aims at ameliorating the ongoing conditions and practices. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
i ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
ii ➥ Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
iii ➥ Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
iv ➥ Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct
Q28➡| NET 11-November-2020 Shift – I Identify the features of qualitative research from the following: (A) Researcher becomes immersed in the situation present or past (B) Researcher is detached from the study to avoid bias (C) It develops context-bound generalizations (D) It is based on logical positivist philosophy (E) It uses an emergent research design Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Q30➡| NET 11-November-2020 Shift – I Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R) : Assertion (A) : The purpose of research is also to revisit the situations in a bid to ensure needed amelioration and improvement. Reason (R) : Action research is a format of research which is basically directed at bettering the situations. In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:
i ➥ Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
ii ➥ Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A)
Q32➡| NET 11-November-2020 Shift – II Given below are two statements: One is labelled as Assertion (A) and the other is labelled as Reason (R): Assertion (A): In order to bridge the gap between theory and practice both fundamental and applied research formats have to be promoted. Reason (R): Fundamental research focuses on theory making and applied research is directed at exploring the applicability of theory in varied practical situations. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below:
i ➥ Both (A) and (R) are correct and (R) is the correct explanation of (A)
ii ➥ Both (A) and (R) are correct but (R) is NOT the correct explanation of (A)
Q33➡| NET December 2019 The purpose of this research is to gain background information, to define terms, to clarify the problems, to develop hypothesis, to establish research priorities and objective and to develop questions with answers. The above statement is related to which among the following types of research?
Q34➡| NET December 2019 A university teacher plans to improve the study habits of students in his/her class. Which type of research paradigm will be helpful in this regard?
Q35➡| NET June 2019 In which of the following research studies interpretation and meaning get more attention than formulation of generalisations? (A) Historical of studies (B) Survey studies (C) Philosophical studies (D) Ethnographic studies (E) hypothetico-deductive studies (F) Ex-post facto studies Choose your answer from the options given below
Q36➡| NET June 2019 Through which research method, the manipulation of an independent variable and its effect on the dependent variable is examined with reference to a hypothesis under controlled conditions?
Q38➡| NET June 2018 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.
Q39➡| NET June 2018 In the two lists given below, List I provides the types of research methods, while List II indicates the critical features associated with them. Match the two lists and choose the correct answer from the code given below.
Q41➡| NET November 2017 A researcher attempts to evaluate the effect of method of feeding on anxiety – proneness children. Which method of research would be appropriate for this?
Q43➡| NET January 2017 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:
Q44➡| NET January 2017 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?
Q46➡| NET August 2016 There are two sets given below, Set-I consists of methods of research and Set-II indicates their procedural characteristics. Match the two sets and choose your answer from the codes given below:
Q48➡| NET July 2016 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?
Q54➡| NET September 2013 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. Find the correct answer from the codes given below :
i ➥ Both (A) and (R) are true and (R) is the correct explanation of (A).
ii ➥ Both (A) and (R) are true, but (R) is not the correct explanation of (A).
Q62➡| NET June 2010 If a researcher conducts a research on finding out which administrative style contributes more to institutional effectiveness ? This will be an example of
