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Definition No. 01

Research is a careful and detailed study into a specific problem, concern, or issue using the
scientific method. This is best accomplished by turning the issue into a question, with the intent
of the research to answer the question. [1]

Definition No. 03

“Research is a process of steps used to collect and analyze information to increase our
understanding of a topic or issue”. It consists of three steps: Pose a question, collect data to
answer the question, and present an answer to the question. [3]

Definition No. 05

Research is the collection and evaluation of information in systematic way about a particular
subject. The overarching purpose of research is to answer questions and generate new
knowledge. [5]

Definition No. 07

Research is a is a careful, systematic and objective investigation conducted to obtain valid

facts, draw conclusion and established principles regarding and identifiable problem in some
field of knowledge. [7]

Definition No. 09

Research is a process of steps used to collect and analyze information to increase our
understanding of a topic or issue. [9]
[1] Devin Kowalczyk, (Aug 7, 2013), What is Research? - Definition, Purpose & Typical Researchers,
https://study.com/academy/lesson/what-is-research-definition-purpose-typical-researchers.html

[3] Creswell, J. W. (2008). Educational Research: Planning, conducting, and evaluating quantitative
and qualitative research (3rd ed.). Upper Saddle River: Pearson.

[5] Norquist, Richard. (2020, February 11). Research in Essays and Reports. Retrieved from
https://www.thoughtco.com/research-essays-and-reports-1692048

[7] Clarke and Clarke (1999). Definition of research of Professional Judgement and Decision Making
from https://ACYBGNS1MrEr5wnohYAeVhWknJUMJdNGRw:1581796818901&q

[9] Creswell (2002): Educational Research Design: Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods
Approaches (2nd Edition) from
http://www.iqac.dauniv.ac.in/NAAC2019/1.1.1/Department_Wise_Syllabus/Syllabus