Study of the Attitudes of Students Studying in Government and Non-Government Schools in Dehradun

Abstract

Education is not merely a medium for the dissemination of knowledge; it also influences an individual’s personality, mindset, and emotional maturity. Dehradun, regarded as the educational hub of Uttarakhand, has a large number of both government and non-government schools. Significant differences can be observed in the psychological tendencies, attitudes, and learning approaches of students studying in these institutions.The objective of this research paper is to conduct a comparative study of the mental attitudes of students from both types of schools in order to understand how the education system and school environment influence their psychological state.This research is based on both qualitative and quantitative approaches to understand students’ psychological tendencies. Special emphasis has been placed on students’ self-confidence, academic stress, social behavior, motivation, and outlook toward the future. An important aspect of the study is to examine how the education systems of government and non-government schools in an educationally rich city like Dehradun shape students’ mental attitudes differently.The findings of the study reveal that students in government schools often face socio-economic challenges, which may affect their self-confidence and learning motivation. On the other hand, students in non-government schools benefit from relatively better resources and opportunities, which results in a stronger competitive mindset and greater self-reliance. The conclusions of this research provide significant guidelines for the development of educational policies and psychological counseling services.