NET Exam Research
Aptitude
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 Set – II
(a) Fundamental research (i) Finding out the extent of
perceived impact of an intervention
(b) Applied research (ii) Developing an effective
explanation through theory building
(c) Action research (iii) Improving an existing situation
through use of interventions
(d) Evaluative research (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
6. 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
7. A researcher attempts to evaluate the
effect of method of feeding on anxiety – proneness of 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
8. 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
9. 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
10. 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
11. 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
12. 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
13. 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
14. 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) Set
– II (Data Collection Tools)
a. Experimental method i. Using primary and secondary
sources
b. Ex post-facto method ii. Questionnaire
c. Descriptive survey method iii. Standardized tests
d. Historical method 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
15. 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
16. 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
17. 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.
Codes:
(A) (i), (ii) and (iii)
(B) (ii), (iii) and (iv)
(C) (ii), (iv) and (vi)
(D) (i), (iii) and (v)
Answer: C
18. 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
19. 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
20. 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
21. 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
22. 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
23. 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
24. 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
Select the correct answer from the codes given below:
(A) (a) and (b)
(B) (b), (c) and (d)
(C) (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b), (c) and (d)
Answer: B
25. 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.
Select the correct answer from the codes given below
(A) (b) and (c)
(B) (b) and (d)
(C) (b), (c) and (d)
(D) (a), (b) and (d)
Answer: D
26. 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
27. Ethical norms in research do not involve
guidelines for:
(A) Thesis format
(B) Copyright
(C) Patenting policy
(D) Data sharing policies
Answer: A
28. 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.’ What type of argument it is?
(A) Deductive
(B) Analogical
(C) Psychological
(D) Biological
Answer: B
29. 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
30. 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