Report writing
Dr. Ruchi Gupta
Introduction
A report is a detailed description of what has been done and how it has been done with respect to a
particular area or topic. The purpose of the written report is to present the results of your research, but
more importantly to provide a persuasive argument to readers of what you have found. It is the end
product of a research activity.
Dr. Ruchi Gupta
Need For Research Report
The aim of research is the search for knowledge.
A research report is needed to evolve a theory or a principle.
Reporting is a process through which a basic ground is prepared for exchange of ideas or thoughts.
Reporting helps the researcher to make specific recommendation for course of action.
The research ability of a candidate is revealed through the final report he presents.
A research report is highly useful for policy formulators, practitioners, general public and others.
Dr. Ruchi Gupta
Functions of Research Report
Research report serves as a means for presenting the problem studied, methods and techniques
used, findings, conclusions and recommendation in an organised manner.
It serves as a reference material for future use in the same or related area.
It serves as a means for judging the quality of the research project.
It is a means for evaluating research ability.
It provides systematic knowledge on problems and issues analysed.
Dr. Ruchi Gupta
Qualities of a Good Report
• Clarity
• Continuity
• Consistency
• Brevity
• Readability
