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1. A research proposal should be a sort of
blueprint. The following characteristics are common to all research
proposals:
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Formulation of a problem for research.
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Delimiting the boundary of the proposed
research and elaboration of its substantive components.
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Sources and method of data collection.
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Data analysis. |
2. Illustrative guidelines for formulation
of a research design are as follows:-
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The Title of the Research Proposal.
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Statement of the Problem. In the opening
paragraphs of the research proposal, the flaws and
inconsistencies in subject of research should be stated clearly
and briefly. The key questions in the theoretical context of the
relevant era should be specified. The significance of the
problem, the contribution that the proposed study is expected to
make, known historical facts, and national relevance of the
project should be specifically indicated.
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Overview of Existing Literature.
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Broad Framework
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Research Parameters.
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Data Collection |
3. Research Scholars submitting a research proposal, should cover
the following points:
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The focus and scope of the project, a
framework in the form of tentative chapterisation, a suggested
bibliography, details of proposed field work and the methodology
of research.
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A synopsis of not more than a thousand words
giving the existing state of knowledge in the field, original
hypotheses, intended means of collecting information and testing
the hypotheses. |
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A descriptive note on source material to be used, the language(s)
of the sources and whether the applicant has knowledge thereof.
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