The Foundations of Research Methodology: A Step by Step Guide for the beginners. It has been written specifically for those who have no previous experience of Research or Research Methodology. With this book, A Research Scholar will learn how to generate the research questions and select appropriate methodology, as well as to write a successful research report. It represents ethical issues related to research, of Literature, Science, Management, and Engineering. That is, it provides a comprehensive introduction to wide varieties of Research Methodologies. The book guides both M.Phil. & Ph.D. Scholar through their project from beginning to end by offering practical advices on: Formulating a research question, Ethical considerations, Carrying out a literature review, Choosing a research design, Selecting a sample, Data Analysis, Data Interpretation, Collecting and Analyzing qualitative and quantitative data, Writing a research report, & Paper Writing . This book is essential for the Research Scholar of all the branches of Science , Arts, Commerce, management & IT to embarking on quantitative or qualitative research projects.