Ethics of fieldwork

Definition:

Ethics is field of philosophy which deals with good & bad, right & wrong, ought to be & ought not to be etc.

Field study based report & project deals with different aspect of human rights like –

i. Socio-economic condition

ii. Health & education

iii. Socio customs & norms

Above all those subject involve ethical issues or ethical justification.

Ethics of Fieldwork:

Maintain honesty in reporting data, results, methods, & procedures, & publication status.
Maintain objectivity to avoid bias in data analysis & interpretation.
Maintain integrity, acting with sincerity.
Carefulness to avoid careless errors.
Proper documentation of all aspects.
Openness in sharing data, results, ideas & tools.
Non-discrimination against respondents on the basis of sex, race, & religion.
Respect the privacy & confidentiality of the respondents.

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