MALAVIYA NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, JAIPUR

MET-900:Research Methodology & DOE

Assignment-1 (For Ph.D students)
1. Briefly describe the different steps involved in a research process and Explain its
significance in modern times.
2. Describe the different types of research, clearly pointing out the difference between
an experiment and a survey.
3. Write short notes on:
(1) Design of the research project;
(2) Ex post facto research;
(3) Motivation in research;
(4) Objectives of research;
(5) Criteria of good research;
(6) Research and scientific method.
4. Empirical research in India in particular creates so many problems for the researchers.
State the problems that are usually faced by such researchers.
5. A research scholar has to work as a judge and derive the truth and not as a pleader
who is only eager to prove his case in favour of his plaintiff. Discuss the statement
pointing out the objectives of research.
6. Creative management, whether in public administration or private industry, depends
on methods of inquiry that maintain objectivity, clarity, accuracy and consistency.
Discuss this statement and examine the significance of research.
7. Research is much concerned with proper fact finding, analysis and evaluation. Do you
agree with this statement? Give reasons in support of your answer.
8. It is often said that there is not a proper link between some of the activities under way
in the world of academics and in most business in our country. Account for this state
of affairs and give suggestions for improvement.

Submission Date: 30/01/2015