1.1      Definition of scientific research and Meaning and importance of research –

Research is an inseparable part of human knowledge. Its role in human life is as precious as that of salt in vegetable.

All research is essentially socially oriented. Whatever branch of knowledge it may be ,research has a social bearing.

The modern concept of research is therefore , broad –based and provides for a meaningful investigation into any field of academics. Research those days is treated as advancement in knowledge acquired through scientific methods.

According to John Best, “ Research is a more systematic activity directed towards discovery and the development of an organized body of knowledge.”