Abstract:
The present study aimed at collecting information about the research
work done at Ph.D and M.Phil level in the disciplines of Social Sciences in
Peshawar University. For this purpose a sample consisting of all the Social
Scientists who have completed their research during 1970-98 from Peshawar
University was selected.
The instrument used consisted of a questionnaire and a proforma
asking details of research work as well as problems and issues faced by the
research scholars was administered. The data showed that in some
departments sufficient research work has been carried out continuously in
three decades (1970-98) at both levels. Few departments have not shown
continuous as well as sufficient research work.
The Social Scientists of Peshawar University faced many problems
during their research. They were not provided with proper financial
support, library, laboratory and conveyance facilities, secretarial assistance,
typing and computer services. Recommendations have been made to
compensate them in the future for research work.
