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Item On Research and Action(Economic and Political Weekly, 2002-03-02) Dreze, JeanThe article explores the intersection of scientific research with real-world action, emphasizing the importance of action-oriented research as a complement to detached academic studies. Drawing on the author's experience with grassroots organizations like the Mazdoor Kisan Shakti Sangathan and Akal Sangharsh Samiti in Rajasthan, the commentary highlights the practical challenges and contributions of integrating research with public action. Drèze reflects on the limitations of mainstream economics and the value of engaging with local communities to enhance research impact. The article advocates for a more participatory approach to research that prioritizes civil society's role in driving social change.Item Participatory Research: An Evolving Approach to Research and Social Action in Adult Education(Department of Continuing Education, University of New England, Armidale, N.S.W., 0000) Clark, Ralph J.; Bagnall, Richard G.This paper provides an overview of the essential characteristics, purposes, and methodologies of participatory research, particularly in adult education and social action. It discusses the epistemological, methodological, and political aspects of participatory research and highlights its role as an evolving approach. Central characteristics such as the commitment to involving research subjects in the process and its orientation towards social betterment are examined. The paper also outlines the historical roots, conceptual frameworks, and global examples of participatory research, emphasizing its transformative potential and challenges within diverse fields of application.