Assignment: Drafting the Questionnaires
Name of Paper: Research Methodology - I
Paper Code: SOC MJC 509
Semester: Fifth
Unit: 2 (A) (b) Questionnaire, (B) Sampling Method
Assignment by:
Dr. Anil Kumar
Assistant Professor
Department of Sociology
Patna Women’s College (Autonomous)
Dear students,
You have covered most of the prescribed syllabus for the research methodology, methods, and tools and techniques. I have taught you Sampling and Questionnaires. By using my lectures, as well as those of the concerned teachers, you will need to formulate the questionnaire.
In this assignment, you need to formulate a questionnaire, along with mentioning the universe.
Meaning of Universe
In research methodology, the term universe refers to the entire group of individuals, objects, or units that share a common characteristic relevant to a study. It represents the full scope from which a researcher may draw conclusions or generalise findings. Often used interchangeably with population, the universe is typically defined by the research question—for example, “all college students” or “all manufacturing firms in a region.”
Due to its vastness, studying the entire universe is usually impractical. Researchers, therefore, select a smaller, manageable subset called a sample, which should be representative of the universe to ensure valid generalisations. For example, if the universe includes all college students in Bihar, the target population might be students of Patna Women's College (Autonomous), and the sample could comprise 100 students from five different departments, such as Sociology, Political Science, Economics, History, and Philosophy.
Some scholars distinguish between universe and population: the universe is the theoretical total set of units fitting the criteria, while the population is the accessible portion that the researcher intends to study. Understanding the universe is crucial for designing effective sampling strategies, ensuring that the data collected reflects the broader group of interest and supports meaningful, generalizable insights.
Instructions for Assignment:
Format of the Questionnaires
Part 1: Universe and the rationale/ reasoning of choosing that universe
Part 2: Questionnaire consisting of 10 Questions
You must write Your Name, Batch, Semester, Name of the paper, Paper code, and Roll Number. You must mention the Name and Designation of the teacher.
Use only A4-size paper
Write both sides of the paper
It may be typed or in good handwriting
The assignment must be done by two or three students together
Students are free to seek help from anyone
Do not use any Artificial Intelligence (AI), as it will destroy your thinking and creative skills.
You need to submit it to me
Ramdamly, you need to present it in the class in the form of a demonstration. I will let you know in class how to do it
Formulate only 10 questions for each topic
Your questionnaires must reflect your knowledge of Research Methodology, Methods, Tools, Techniques, and Knowledge from other papers of sociology and Minor Courses (MICs).
You need to submit it by 19th September 2025.
Mention the date of submission while submitting it
You are free to opt for any one topic from below:
Child Labour
Child Marriage
Child Education
Children’s Rights
Women and Education
Women’s Safety in the Workplace
Women and Work-Life Balance
Women and Vishakha Guideline
Women and Same Work Same Wage
Women’s Participation in Politics
Voting Pattern of Bihar
Voters’ Perception of a Candidate with a Criminal Background
Voters’ Demand from the Government
Mead Day Meal Programme
Mead Day Meal and Its Impact on Children’s Education
Mead Day Meal and Its Impact on the Parents
Mead Day Meal and Its Impact on Teachers
Mead Day Meal and Thoughts of the Teacher
Poverty Measurement
Poverty and Education
Poverty and Girls’ Education
Poverty Eradication Programme and its Impact
Poverty and Social Exclusion
Poverty and Social Relations
Poverty of Thoughts
Poverty and Gender Relations
Poverty and Its Impact on Women
Films and their Impact on Youth
Films and Portraits of the Village
Films and Portraits of Nationalism
Media and Portraits of Nationalism
Media and Portraits of Downtrodden People
Media and Social Inclusion / Exclusion
Media Trail
Media Terrorism
Development and Suffering
Development with Dignity
If you wish to work on a topic of your choice that is not listed above, please inform me in advance. You may take permission on my Email ID anilstate@gmailcom or in the comment section.
Feel free to consult if required.
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