Match List - I with List - II.

List - I (Research types)		List - II (Meaning)
(A)	Basic Research	(I)	Assessing programs or interventions
(B)	Applied Research	(II)	Solving practical problems
(C)	Action Research	(III)	Improving practices in special settings
(D)	Evaluation Research	(IV)	Expanding knowledge without immediate application

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

The correct answer is - (A)-(IV), (B)-(II), (C)-(III), (D)-(I)

Key Points

• Basic Research (A)-(IV)
  • Expanding knowledge without immediate application.
  • Conducted to increase understanding of fundamental principles.
• Applied Research (B)-(II)
  • Focused on solving practical problems.
  • Directly applicable to real-world situations and often results in immediate practical benefits.
• Action Research (C)-(III)
  • Aimed at improving practices in specific settings.
  • Involves iterative cycles of planning, acting, observing, and reflecting.
• Evaluation Research (D)-(I)
  • Involves assessing programs or interventions.
  • Focuses on determining the effectiveness and impact of specific programs.

Additional Information

• Basic Research
  • Often termed as "pure" or "fundamental" research.
  • Examples include research in theoretical physics, mathematics, and foundational studies in social sciences.
• Applied Research
  • Includes research aimed at developing new technologies, improving agricultural methods, or optimizing business practices.
  • Examples include medical research for vaccine development, engineering projects, and market analysis studies.
• Action Research
  • Commonly used in educational settings, organizational development, and community-based projects.
  • Encourages collaborative problem-solving and continuous improvement.
• Evaluation Research
  • Methods include formative, summative, process, and impact evaluations.
  • Often used in public health, education, and social services to measure the success of programs.