Environmental Attitudes among Undergraduate Students in Manipur

Abstract

Environmental education is essential at every phase of human life, as it reminds us of the importance of a positive relationship between human beings and the natural world. The objectives of the study include examining the level of environmental attitudes, based on gender and locality of the undergraduate students. The researchers employed a descriptive research design with a sample of 200 students selected randomly using the standardised Environmental Attitude Scale developed by Haseen Taj (2001). The percentage analysis and independent t-test were used to analyse the collected data. The findings revealed that 58.50% of the undergraduate students possess an above-average level of environmental attitude. The study showed that the male students were more favourable towards environmental attitudes than female students. The study also revealed a significant difference between urban and rural students, with urban students were more favourable in attitude towards the environment than their rural student. These studies strongly suggest the need for a comprehensive understanding of environmental consciousness in our day-to-day life. The National Education Policy (NEP) 2020 laid the foundation for integrating environmental education into higher education. This will reinforce the knowledge and develop a positive attitude towards the environment.