Alagappa University 2006 M.Phil History THEORY OF AND METHODS OF RESEARCH - Question Paper

PART A — (5 x eight = 40 marks)
ans any 5 of the subsequent.

1.‘History is philosophy drama from examples’ – discuss.
2.Trace the nature of history.
3.Describe the relations ranging from history and politics.
4.State the significance of Bibliography.
5.Mention the values of history.
6.What are the uses of index?
7.Write a note on literary sources.
8.Why is appendix essential in a thesis?

PART B — (4 × 15 = 60 marks)
ans any 4 of the subsequent.

9.Explain the meaning and definitions of history.
10.Geography and Chronology are the 2 eyes of History’ – explain.
11.History is both science and art’ – Comment.
12.Critically comment on Spangle’s cyclic theory of history.
13.What is objectivity in historical writing?
14.Write the significance of Foot notes and discuss how they are misused?
15.Sketch the various stages on the preparation of a thesis.

Earning:   Approval pending.