Syllabus: Optional Subject – Sociology – Papers I
Research Methods and Analysis: (c) Variables, sampling, hypothesis, reliability and validity.
| The difference between information and data in social science is subtle. Comment. | (1c/ 2022) |
| Explain the different types of non-probability sampling techniques. Bring out the conditions of their usage with appropriate examples. | 20 (2 b/ 2022) |
| Suggest measures to minimize the influence of the researcher in the process of collecting data through focus group discussion. | (3c/2022) |
| What is reliability? Explain the different tests available to social science researchers to establish reliability. | 10 (4c/ 2022) |
| Examine the Problems of maintaining objectivity and value neutrality in Social Science research. | (15/1/2b/20) |
| Why is random sampling said to have more reliability and validity in research? | (15/I/3a/20) |
| Discuss the importance and source of hypothesis in social research. | (20/I/5b/10) |
| Explain the probability sampling strategies with examples. | (19/I/1e/10). |
| Illustrate with example the significance of variables in sociological research. | (17/I/1c/10) |
| How can one resolve the issue of reliability and validity in the context of sociological research on inequality? | (17/I/4c/10) |
| “Hypothesis is a statement of the relationship between two or more variables.” Elucidate by giving examples of poverty and illiteracy. | (16/I/3c/10) |
| What are variables? Discuss their role in experimental research. | (15/I/1c/10) |