Nature of

Practical
Research 1 Inquiry and
Research
Definition

Inquiry
- Search for truth, information,
or knowledge;
- Interrogation or investigation
Definition

Research
- Study or investigation of
facts, especially scientific,
not readily available.
Definition

Research
- Research is a systematic
investigation and study of
materials and sources to
establish facts and reach
new conclusions. When you
come across studies about
events that happen or
experiences that you meet,
they shape people’s
understanding of the world
around them.
Significance of Practical Research 1
Research
1. To gather necessary
information
Research provides people with
the necessary information
related to their selected field of
study or work.

Significance of
Research
2. To make changes
Research helps people find the
root cause and associated
elements of a problem. The end
result is such a research that
invokes a demand for change.

Significance of
Research
3. To improve the standard of
living
Only through research can new
invention come to life.

Significance of
Research
4. For a safer life
Discoveries and development
resulting from research have
improved life expectancy and
health condition of humankind.

Significance of
Research
5. To know the Truth
Research investigates and
exposes what wrong beliefs
people hold. Listening to
different opinions and studying
facts and available data will
lead you to unravel truth.

Significance of
Research
6. To explore our history
Research about our history
enables us to learn and
understand the past and
prepare for a better future.

Significance of
Research
7. To understand arts
Research helps in the
understanding and appreciation
of the works of artists in
literature, painting, and other
fine arts.

Significance of
Research