The role of social science in the social and economic development of the country is being increasingly recognized in India. Besides the government, public and private organizations are providing impetus to researches in the social sciences. The notion that social science research can contribute variously to the social, cultural and economic development of the country… Continue reading Social Science and Economic Development of India | Sociology
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The Meaning of Theory in Social Science | Social Research | Sociology
After reading this article you will learn about the meaning of theory in social science. Scientific theory is a term which comes from the Greek word ‘theorem’ meaning to look at. A fair translation of scientific theory would be a knowledgeable outlook. There is a sense, of course, in which every one has a world… Continue reading The Meaning of Theory in Social Science | Social Research | Sociology
Documentary Sources of Data | Data Collection | Social Research
After reading this article you will learn about the personal and official documents as sources of data. Personal Documents: In its narrow sense, the personal document is a spontaneous first person description by an individual of his own actions, experiences and beliefs. The wide range of personal documentary material comprises autobiographies, diaries and letters and… Continue reading Documentary Sources of Data | Data Collection | Social Research