Question

Difference between fundamental applied and action research

Answer 1

(1) Fundamental Research:

Fundamental research helps in developing theories by dis­covering broad generalisations and principles. It is organised through various procedures of research like sampling, hypothesizing facts, etc. It can be experimented in a psychological laboratory.

Thus, in a general meaning it is more systematic activity directed towards discovery and the development of an organised body of scientific knowledge.

(2) Applied Research:

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Fundamental research sets principles while applied research utilizes those principles to know the problems with best possible manner. In practice, the researcher applies laws during his field study to draw more and more clear ideas about the problems. It is undertaken to solve an immediate problem.