Sociology I · Practice questions
Research Methods and Data Collection
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"Methodological pluralism is an increasingly common feature of social research." In the context of this statement, discuss the ways in which multi-strategy research can be used.
20 marks · Answered by 6 toppers · CSE 2018–2023
Research Methods and Data CollectionScience and Scientific Method
Discuss the role of questionnaire as a tool of data collection in sociological research.
15 marks · Answered by 5 toppers · CSE 2014–2023
Research Methods and Data Collection
"Participant observation has many practical disadvantages." Substantiate with examples.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2020–2023
Research Methods and Data Collection
Methodology encompasses a system of rules, principles, and procedures that form the basis of scientific investigation. Comment.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 4 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Science and Scientific MethodPositivism and Its Critique
Explain the historical analysis as a research method in sociology.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Science and Scientific MethodResearch Methods and Data Collection
"Researchers argue that 'interviews', produce masses of information, which may neither be valid nor reliable". In the context of this statement, discuss advantages and disadvantages of Interview as a tool of data collection.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2019–2023
Research Methods and Data CollectionVariables, Sampling and Hypothesis
How viable is interview method in present era of social distancing and virtual world? Can we eliminate it altogether, given the importance of the method in social science research?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2022–2024
Research Methods and Data Collection
Describe the understanding and broad contours of sampling. How sampling enhances the scientific validity of social research efforts.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Variables, Sampling and HypothesisResearch Methods and Data Collection
Sampling is a convenient tool to gather information about a population, but it can be grossly misleading as well. State out the limitation of sampling in sociological analysis.
20 marks · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Variables, Sampling and HypothesisResearch Methods and Data Collection
Sampling is a convenient tool to gather information about a population, but it can be grossly misleading as well. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023
Variables, Sampling and HypothesisResearch Methods and Data Collection
Case studies may be useful for generating new hypothesis which can then be tested against other data. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 3 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Research Methods and Data CollectionVariables, Sampling and Hypothesis
While quantitative research is useful for identifying relationships between variables, it is qualitative research that can illuminate why this connection exists. Discuss.
20 marks · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Research Methods and Data CollectionScience and Scientific Method
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) "Methodological pluralism is a panacea that can solve all research problems." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Science and Scientific MethodResearch Methods and Data Collection
Although the interview method has few technicalities associated with it, the simplicity of the format can be deceptive. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Research Methods and Data Collection
Triangulation is a valuable strategy in social sciences to enhance the credibility, reliability, and comprehensiveness of research findings. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Research Methods and Data CollectionScience and Scientific Method
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. (a) Critically examine the importance of comparative method in sociological research.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Science and Scientific MethodResearch Methods and Data Collection
Variables play crucial role in social research. Elaborate.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Variables, Sampling and HypothesisResearch Methods and Data Collection
"Critical ethnography certainly retains problems despite attempts by some sociologists to develop it and overcome objections." Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2021–2023
Non-positivist MethodologiesResearch Methods and Data Collection
The closer the Hypothesis generated by a theory comes to the reality, the better is the theory. Discuss the importance of building hypothesis in this context.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Variables, Sampling and HypothesisResearch Methods and Data Collection
Discuss the significance of comparative method in the study of society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2024
Science and Scientific MethodResearch Methods and Data Collection
What is Multivariate analysis? Discuss it in context of Durkheim's study of Suicide.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 2 toppers · CSE 2023–2025
Emile DurkheimResearch Methods and Data Collection
Supporters of Longitudinal studies see them as more likely to provide valid data than other types of research. Critically discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Research Methods and Data CollectionVariables, Sampling and Hypothesis
How would you define the term "hypothesis", and what makes a well-formulated hypothesis crucial in social research?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Variables, Sampling and HypothesisResearch Methods and Data Collection
What are the various types of probability and non-probability sampling techniques used in sociological research? Provide relevant examples to support your answer.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Variables, Sampling and HypothesisResearch Methods and Data Collection