Authors: Dr. Anju Lata Yadav
Abstract: The present study investigates the influence of family environment on the academic achievement of higher secondary students in science subjects. The underlying premise of this research is that scholastic performance cannot be attributed solely to an individual student's cognitive capacities; rather, the domestic environment in which a learner is nurtured plays an equally decisive role. A random sampling technique was employed to select 100 higher secondary students representing diverse socio-economic and educational backgrounds. Data were collected through a structured self-designed questionnaire encompassing multiple dimensions of the family environment, including parental support, emotional security, academic discipline, and availability of study resources. Statistical analyses—comprising Mean, Standard Deviation, independent samples t-test, and one-way Analysis of Variance (ANOVA)—were utilized to examine group differences and inter-variable associations. Findings revealed a statistically significant positive relationship between a conducive family environment and higher academic performance. Urban students outperformed their rural counterparts significantly, whereas no meaningful gender-based differences in achievement were observed. The study concludes that family environment constitutes a critical determinant of academic success and recommends coordinated efforts by parents, educators, and policymakers to cultivate supportive learning environments.
