COMPARATIVE ANALYSIS OF STUDY HABITS AMONG BSE AND CBSE SCHOOL STUDENTS IN ODISHA: AN EMPIRICAL STUDY

This empirical study investigates the study habits of Grade 9 students from two prominent educational boards in Odisha: The Board of Secondary Education (BSE) and the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE). The research aims to compare study habits across these boards, considering factors such as intelligence levels, socio-economic status (SES), and gender. A sample of 810 students (390 from BSE and 420 from CBSE) was selected using a simple random sampling technique from Bhadrak and Balasore districts. The study utilized the Study Habit Inventory and the General Mental Ability Test to assess students' study habits and cognitive abilities. Data analysis revealed significant differences in study habits between BSE and CBSE students, with CBSE students demonstrating better study habits. Additionally, students with higher intelligence levels and those from higher SES backgrounds exhibited significantly better study habits. However, no significant gender differences in study habits were found. These findings suggest that educational frameworks, intelligence levels, and socio-economic backgrounds significantly influence study habits. The study highlights the need for targeted interventions to support students from lower SES backgrounds and those with lower intelligence levels. The results also underscore the importance of educational reforms to standardize study practices across different boards, aiming to improve student outcomes.