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VOL. 11, ISSUE 5 (2025)
Integrating disciplines: The role of a multidisciplinary approach in social science research
Authors
Sushma B S
Abstract
In recent decades, social science research has
increasingly embraced a multidisciplinary approach to address the complexity of
social issues. This article explores the growing significance of
multidisciplinary research in addressing complex global and national challenges
that transcend traditional disciplinary boundaries. It highlights how
integrating science, technology, social sciences, and the humanities can
generate inclusive, sustainable, and context-specific solutions to issues such
as climate change, health disparities, and technological transformation.
Drawing on examples like the Institute for Bioengineering of Catalonia and
India’s National Education Policy (NEP) 2020, the paper underscores the
importance of institutional mechanisms, collaborative structures, and
experiential learning in fostering a culture of interdisciplinary. The paper
also outlines methodological approaches and strategies for successful
integration. It also examines the persistent challenges—epistemological
divides, methodological conflicts, and institutional barriers—that hinder the
full realisation of multidisciplinary collaboration. The discussion concludes
that deliberate policy reforms, ethical reflection in technological contexts,
and continuous feedback mechanisms are crucial for strengthening
interdisciplinary ecosystems. Ultimately, multidisciplinary research is
presented as both an academic necessity and a moral imperative for sustainable
and equitable development.
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Pages:159-163
How to cite this article:
Sushma B S "Integrating disciplines: The role of a multidisciplinary approach in social science research". International Journal of Humanities and Social Science Research, Vol 11, Issue 5, 2025, Pages 159-163
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