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k. Bibliography ◆ Comprehensive
A bibliography citing all the relevant literature is included at referencing
the end of the proposal. The bibliography should include the full
reference documentation for all articles and texts mentioned in the
proposal.
l. Appendices
Appendices section should be used to provide secondary ◆ Supplementary
information that is relevant to the research project. It may include a information
glossary of terms used in the research proposal. Glossary becomes
important when many new and technical terms have been used in
the proposal.

Summarised Overview

The research proposal is an opportunity to explain the significance of research work
to those who may wish to fund or otherwise support it. Ideally, it will demonstrate
the quality and significance of the research, as well as the researcher’s ability to carry
out the proposed research. The proposal also allows the researcher to think through
the research project, refine their focus, and anticipate any challenges that may arise.
Referring back to the proposal at various stages of the research process may be useful
for refocusing and tracking how the project has progressed.

Self- Assessment Questions

1. What is a research proposal?

2. What is termed as the synopsis of research work?
3. Explain the process involved in the preparation of a research proposal.

4. What are objectives of preparing a research proposal?
5. Which part of the research proposal cites all the relevant literature?

6. Elucidate the use of ‘purpose statement’ in research proposals.
7. What do you mean by bibliography?

8. What is an appendix in research?

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