Analysing the Influence of Caste, Gender, Religion, and Household Characteristics on Enrolment Status and Student Dropout in Assam: A Logistic Regression Study

Abstract

This study investigates the factors contributing to enrolment status and dropout rates in Assam using a binomial logistic regression model. The dependent variable, enrolment status, is categorized into currently enrolled and dropout or no enrolment. Explanatory variables encompass religion, gender, social group, sex of the head of the household, household head's education level, family income, and household size.

Our objectives include assessing the influence of religion, gender, social group, household leadership, head's education level, family income, and household size on enrolment and dropout likelihood. Dummy variables are used for religious affiliations, social group categories, head's education, and family income groups.

The results reveal significant associations between gender, education level of the head of the household, and family income with enrolment and dropout likelihood. Muslims exhibit a higher likelihood of dropout or no enrolment compared to Hindus. Female-headed households and individuals in households with higher-educated heads display increased odds of no enrolment or dropout. Lower family income levels are associated with higher odds of dropout.