PRINCIPAL’S LEADERSHIP BEHAVIOR AND SCHOOL CLIMATE: A REVIEW OF RESEARCHES

Theoretically, the equation between the leadership behavior and school climate appears to be relatively simple and straightforward, but practically it is found inherently complex and unpredictable for those who are working with it. It is interesting that in spite of conducting study after study on leadership behavior of school principals, there remain sufficient gaps in the knowledge base. In the present article, the available researchers conducted in India and abroad on leadership behavior in the context of school climate, are reviewed. Here, the gap areas are pointed out and also suggested the appropriate steps to develop an insight among the principals to understand strengths and weaknesses, so that they can improve the climate of their organization.