M.A. (Economics) (Semester III) (CBCS) Examination, 2017
RESEARCH METHODES IN ECONOMICS
Day Date: Thursday, 27-04-2017 Max. Marks: 70
Time: 02.30 PM to 05.00 PM
Instructions All question are compulsory.
Figures to the right indicate full marks.
Q.1 Multiple Choice Questions: 14
is the Primary characteristic feature of Research.
Objectivity Precision Design All the above
can be used to formulate, expand or evaluate a theory.
Empirical Data Primary Data
Secondary Data All the above
Social Science research primarily deals with
Economic behavior Human behavior
Environment behavior None of the above
Research is directed towards the solution of an immediate
specific and practical problem.
Fundamental Experimental
Applied Diagnostic
Which of the following is not research design
Diagnostic Sample Descriptive Experimental
is more subjective in social sciences.
Fact Theory Observation Hypothesis
Scientific research starts with the question
What Where Why How
is based on in-depth evidence.
Sample Case study Theory Hypothesis
Survey method is a part of
Qualitative Research Quantitative Research
Theoretical Research All the above
10) is the most critical element in starting research.
Review of literature Objectives
Concept Information
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11) Which of the following is not a source for collection of Primary
Data?
Case Studies Observation Methods
Archival Material None of the above
12) Census is mainly conducted after every
Every Five Year Every Ten Year
Every Year None of the above
13) The long form NSS is
National Service Scheme National Social Service
National Sample Survey None of the above
14) is the most vital element is preparing a questionnaire.
Purpose Content Concept All the above
Q.2 Write Short notes Any four out of five): 12
Content Analysis
Secondary Data
NSSO
Random sampling method
Dependent variable
Q.3 Write short answers for the following any four out of five): 16
Explain the importance of variables in research.
What is the rationale of sampling?
What is observation?
What is Research Design?
What are the advantages of key informant's interview?
Q.4 Answer any two of the three of the following questions: 14
Discuss the Different sources for the collection of Primary Data?
Explain the steps involved in Data Analysis.
Explain with example the use of dependent and independent
variables.
Q.5 Discuss the important step in the process of writing Research Report? 14
OR
Illustrate with example the relationship between the topic and objectives
of research.