B.A. LL.B. (Five Years) Sem 4 Social Research Methods Oct 2025 Question Paper - SPPU

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PART - A [2×15=30]

1. Q1 Explain in detail the philosophical foundation of social research.
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2. Q2 Define social research? What are the different types of social research?
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3. Q3 Explain Probability and Non-Probability sampling of data collection in detail.
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4. Q4 In research there are some recent strategies which is used in context of combining methods. Explain in detail about the same.
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PART - B [3×10=30]

1. Q5 What is case study method? Explain its characteristics, advantages and limitations.
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2. Q6 Define Hypothesis? What are the types of Hypothesis?
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3. Q7 Explain in detail the sources of data collection.
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4. Q8 While conducting any social research we follow certain steps involved in it. Explain all the steps of social research in detail.
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5. Q9 Write the use of computers in Data Analysis.
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PART - C

1. Q10 Write Short notes on (any two) [2×5=10]
   • a) E-Research Read the model answer
   • b) Pure and Applied research Read the model answer
   • c) Ethics in social research Read the model answer
   • d) Quantitative Research Read the model answer

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