Vol. 6, Issue 1, Part C (2024)

The study aimed to investigate the effect of Surya Namaskar on academic stress among class XII 30 students using the Academic Stress Scale (ASS) developed by Poorva Jain and Neelam Dixit (2016). The ASS consists of 28 items related to academic failure, with responses rated on a Likert-type scale. Pre-test and post-test assessments were conducted, revealing a significant reduction in academic stress scores post-Surya Namaskar intervention. Statistical analysis demonstrated a substantial decrease in academic stress levels. Additionally, a comparison of academic stress percentages showed a decrease from 69.40% to 57.36% post-Surya Namaskar session, affirming the intervention's effectiveness in reducing academic stress among class XII students. The findings offer insights into the efficacy of incorporating Surya Namaskar into educational practices to promote student well-being and academic success.