Introduction
A hypothesis is a tentative statement or assumption that can be tested through research. It proposes a relationship between two or more variables.
Types of Hypotheses
- Null Hypothesis (H₀): Assumes no relationship between variables
- Alternative Hypothesis (H₁): Assumes a relationship exists
Example
“Providing training increases income levels of rural women” – this is a testable hypothesis in rural development research.
Conclusion
Hypotheses guide research by providing direction and helping in statistical testing of results.