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"Exploring Women Workers' Knowledge, Attitudes, and Practices Regarding ESD Legislation in Educational Settings: A KAP Study" with special reference to Higher Secondary Schools, Namsai District, Arunachal Pradesh

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Arunima Dutta, Dr. Dinachandra Singh Chngakham, Pranami Sonowal, Untung Tamuk, John Minj, Mr. Anjan Kumar Bordoloi
ยป doi: 10.48047/AFJBS.6.7.2024.2740-2750

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This study investigates the perspectives of women workers on Education for Sustainable Development (ESD) legislation in Higher Secondary Schools of Namsai District, Arunachal Pradesh. Utilizing a structured questionnaire based on a 5-point Likert scale (SD-Strongly Disagree, D-Disagree, N-Neutral, A-Agree, SA-Strongly Agree), the research aims to assess the participants' knowledge and attitudes towards ESD legislation. A total of 288 women workers participated in the survey. The primary objectives were to evaluate their level of knowledge regarding ESD legislation and to understand their attitudes towards its implementation in educational institutions. The findings reveal a generally high level of awareness among respondents about the specific goals and objectives of ESD legislation. However, there was variability in detailed familiarity with the key components and principles of ESD legislation. Perceptions regarding the adequacy of training on ESD legislation were mixed, indicating potential areas for improvement in educational initiatives and professional development programs. Despite these variations, the study identifies strong positive attitudes towards the importance of ESD legislation and motivation among women workers to integrate its principles into daily educational practices. Conversely, perceptions of institutional support for ESD implementation varied, suggesting a need for institutions to enhance support mechanisms aligned with the aspirations of staff. These findings underscore the importance of targeted educational interventions and improved institutional support to strengthen the implementation of ESD legislation in Higher Secondary Schools of Namsai District. Future research should focus on evaluating the effectiveness of enhanced educational initiatives in fostering sustainability practices within educational settings.

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