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There are two sets given below. Set-I specifies the types of research, while Set-II indicates their characteristics. Match the two and give your answer by selecting the appropriate code.

Set-I (Research types)

(a) Fundamental research

(b) Applied research

(c) Action research

(d) Evaluative research

Set-II (Characteristics)

(i) Finding out the extent of perceived impact of an intervention

(ii) Developing an effective explanation through theory building

(iii) Improving an existing situation through use of interventions

(iv) Exploring the possibility of a theory for use in various situations

(v) Enriching technological resources

Code: (a) (b) (c) (d)

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The correct answer is

(ii) (iv) (iii) (i)

To match the types of research from Set-I with their respective characteristics in Set-II, let us analyze each type of research and its associated characteristic:

  1. Fundamental Research: Fundamental research, also known as basic or pure research, is aimed at developing an effective explanation through theory building. It seeks to generate new knowledge and understanding without any immediate application in mind. Thus, it matches characteristic (ii) - Developing an effective explanation through theory building.
  2. Applied Research: Applied research explores the possibility of a theory for use in various situations. It is directed towards solving practical problems using existing theories and knowledge. Therefore, it aligns with characteristic (iv) - Exploring the possibility of a theory for use in various situations.
  3. Action Research: Action research is conducted to improve an existing situation through the use of interventions. It is a process of reflective inquiry undertaken to solve immediate problems. This matches characteristic (iii) - Improving an existing situation through use of interventions.
  4. Evaluative Research: Evaluative research is aimed at finding out the extent of the perceived impact of an intervention. It is concerned with assessing how well a particular program, practice, or policy has been implemented and its effectiveness. Hence, it matches characteristic (i) - Finding out the extent of perceived impact of an intervention.

Therefore, the correct match according to the given codes and explanations is:

  • (a) Fundamental research - (ii) Developing an effective explanation through theory building
  • (b) Applied research - (iv) Exploring the possibility of a theory for use in various situations
  • (c) Action research - (iii) Improving an existing situation through use of interventions
  • (d) Evaluative research - (i) Finding out the extent of perceived impact of an intervention

So, the correct answer code is (ii) (iv) (iii) (i), which matches the first option provided.

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