A STUDY ON HOME ENVIRONMENT AND ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENT OF SECONDARY SCHOOL STUDENTS OF UDALGURI DISTRICT

The association between the home environment and academic achievement has long attracted educational academics, owing to its substantial implications for teaching practices and policy development. The home environment, which includes parental education levels, socioeconomic status, and emotional support, among other things, is essential in determining adolescents' academic performance (Bradley & Corwyn, 2002; Jeynes, 2005). This study aims to broaden the discussion by investigating the home environment and its impact on the academic achievement of secondary-level school students of the Udalguri district. This area reflects the varied socioeconomic and cultural fabric of the region. Despite numerous studies studying this link, research into the diverse settings of locations such as Udalguri is limited. With its different socioeconomic backgrounds and educational landscapes, this area provides a unique chance to investigate how localized home settings affect academic performance. The study hopes to better recognize educational determinants and inform targeted treatments in similar socio-cultural contexts by delving into this underexplored area. KEYWORDS: Home Environment, Academic Achievement, Secondary School Student.