Development of Scale to Measure Attitude of Schedule Caste Farmers towards Integrated Farming System in Southern Karnataka and Its Application

摘要

The present study was contemplated to develop and standardize the scale to measure attitude of SC farmers towards IFS in Sothern Karnataka. Based on the review of literature and discussion with the experts, 55 items were enlisted. Out of 55 statements, 17 statements were retained in the final scale. The scale developed was found reliable (0.8911) and valid (0.9439). The reliability and validity of the scale indicates its precision and consistency in assessing the attitude of SC farmers towards IFS. Majority of the respondents (35.00%) had most favourable attitude towards IFS followed by 35.00 per cent had favourable attitude and 30.00 per cent had least favourable attitude towards IFS.