Multidimensional Social Science Research- A study by Geetanjali Bora

The theme of the book is very interesting and has far-reaching implications. Turning to our theme, let us focus on research. The meaning of research denotes an enquiry or search for new knowledge and challenge of the existing ideas on the basis of richly documented evidences and empirical sources. At the same time, research can be defined as a methodological scientific paradigm. More broadly, it is to be noted that research is a windows through which new winds of knowledge breeze out. It is respected in the society because it symbolizes a high level of intellectual and supposedly moral growth of the person. The social standing of researchers in Spain is so high that only researchers, Grandees and Dukes can sit and cover their heads in the presence of the King. Research represents the intellectual capital which is most important for any country’s growth. In this context, our erudite scholars have raised this vital issue in the broader perspective on the basis of their research observation. It is seen that the prospect of social science research has broadened than before. It is also seen that the unique diversity of the country in terms of ethnicity, cultural practices, environment, erosion, livelihoods, history of conflicts, languages, social institutions, employment, disease, education, women empowerment, health etc. makes it a challenging area of the study of the social science researchers. Noteworthy is that, although there has been a prolific growth of printed matters relating these issues during the last few decades, most of these are devoid of solid academic contents. It is therefore strongly felt that the social scientists having their base in this book bear the responsibility of projecting the issues and has analyzed them by adopting appropriate evidence on the basis of empirical sources.