Self-esteem and Locus of Control among Adolescents in Jalgaon City

Abstract

In this innovative study, we aimed to investigate these psychological constructs among adolescents in Jalgaon city. For this purpose, a sample of 120 adolescents (60 CBSE Board, 60 State Board) were selected through random sampling technique. Self-esteem scale developed by Dr. Santosh Dhar and Dr. Upinder Dhar and locus of control scale developed by Hasnain and D.D. Joshi were administered. For the data analysis mean, S.D, ‘t’ test was applied. The results of the current investigation indicate a notable disparity in the levels of self-esteem between students enrolled in the CBSE and State Board educational systems. The calculated t ratio was 2.57. There is significant difference between locus of control of CBSE and state board students. The calculated t ratio was 1.24.  Self-esteem and locus of control is positively related.