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Original Research | Nursing | Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026 | Pages: 699 - 703 | India
Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Regarding Road Safety Measures Among Adolescents in Selected Schools of Nalbari District, Assam, and Development of an Information Booklet
Abstract: Background: Road safety is a major public health concern globally, particularly in India. Road traffic injuries are a leading cause of mortality, disability, and hospitalisation, imposing a substantial socioeconomic burden. According to the Road Accidents in India (2020) report, 3,66,138 road accidents were recorded, resulting in 1,31,714 deaths and 3,48,279 injuries. Adolescents are especially vulnerable, and road traffic injuries remain one of the leading causes of death among individuals aged 5-29 years. Aim: To assess the knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding road safety measures among adolescents in selected schools of Nalbari district, Assam. Methods: A quantitative survey approach with a descriptive correlational design was adopted. A total of 190 adolescents were selected using a systematic random sampling from three Government Higher Secondary Schools of Nalbari district, Assam. Data were collected using a structured self-administered questionnaire. Results: The mean knowledge score was 13.17 (SD ± 2.33), the mean attitude score was 38.27 (SD ± 7.66), and the mean practice score was 34.57 (SD ± 5.18). A weak positive correlation was observed between knowledge and attitude (r = 0.165, p = 0.023). A strong positive correlation was found between knowledge and practice (r = 0.484, p < 0.001), while a moderate positive correlation was observed between attitude and practice (r = 0.351, p < 0.001). Conclusion: The study reveals gaps between knowledge, attitude, and practice regarding road safety among adolescents. The findings highlight the need for targeted educational interventions and structured awareness programmes to promote safe practices and improve road safety behaviours.
Keywords: Knowledge, Attitude, Practice, Road Safety Measures, Adolescents
How to Cite?: Deepa Barman, Dr. Ranjita Borah, "Knowledge, Attitude and Practice Regarding Road Safety Measures Among Adolescents in Selected Schools of Nalbari District, Assam, and Development of an Information Booklet", Volume 15 Issue 5, May 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 699-703, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=MR26507095136, DOI: https://dx.dx.doi.org/10.21275/MR26507095136