UGC NET Nature of research Previous Year Questions
JRFSmart holds 7 previous-year questions on Nature of research from UGC NET Paper 1 (Teaching and Research Aptitude), filed under Unit 2: Research Aptitude, drawn from 5 of the 87 exam papers in the bank (2018–2026). Each question can be practised with a full explanation and shows how often NTA has returned to the same idea.
What is asked in Nature of research
The questions in this topic fall under these subtopics, ordered by how many previous-year questions each has.
| Subtopic | Questions |
|---|---|
| Meaning and characteristics of research | 1 |
| Major operations in scientific research | 1 |
| What research is not | 1 |
| Scientific observation | 1 |
| Characteristics of research | 1 |
| Identifying a false statement | 1 |
| Characteristics of scientific research | 1 |
NTA repeat analysis
Nature of research appears in 5 of 87 papers (6%), which JRFSmart rates as low frequency.
Sample previous-year questions
Characteristics of Scientific Research are A. Accuracy B. Precision C. Systematization D. Objectivity E. Uncontrolled condition Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Scientific Observations are based on ________.
Which are the characteristics of research ? A. It always aims to develop new theory. B. It is a scientific process. C. Logical reasoning is used in decision making during research process. D. Hypothesis testing is done in every kind of research. E. It…
Which of the following statements is false in the context of research ?
Which of the following statements best reflect the meaning and characteristics of research ? Select from the code to give your answer. (a) Research means challenging the status quo. (b) Research is an endeavour to collect facts and information. (c) Research…
The four major operations in scientific research are : (a) Demonstration of co-variance (b) Elimination of spurious relations (c) Sequencing in terms of time-order (d) Self-education (e) Operationalisation of personal choice (f) Theorisation Code :
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