Given below are two statements:
Statement I: A systematic review of literature defines the purpose of the review in explicit terms.
Statement II: The systematic review can be applied to qualitative research since it is not evidence based.
In the light of the above statements, choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Correct option is C

· Statement I is true: A systematic review is a structured and comprehensive review of literature conducted to answer specific research questions. It explicitly defines the purpose of the review, including its scope, objectives, and methodology. This clarity ensures that the review is reproducible and methodical.
· Statement II is false: Systematic reviews can indeed be applied to qualitative research, but the claim that they are "not evidence-based" is incorrect. Systematic reviews in qualitative research rely on evidence, but the evidence focuses on thematic analysis, patterns, and qualitative findings rather than quantitative data. This approach, called qualitative systematic review or meta-synthesis, synthesizes evidence from qualitative studies.
Information Booster 1. Systematic Review Characteristics:
· Explicitly defined objectives and criteria.
· Comprehensive search strategy across databases.
· Systematic selection, appraisal, and synthesis of evidence.
2. Systematic Reviews in Qualitative Research:
· Often termed meta-synthesis.
· Focuses on synthesizing qualitative evidence like themes or lived experiences.
3. Benefits of Systematic Reviews:
· Minimizes bias by following a transparent process.
· Increases reliability and rigor in research synthesis.
4. Challenges:
· Time-consuming and resource-intensive.
· Requires expertise in both quantitative and qualitative methods for mixed studies.