International Journal of Social Science Research (IJSSR)

Study of Leadership Styles of Principals of Secondary Schools

The present research paper investigates the leadership styles of principals of secondary schools. School Principal plays a pivotal role in enhancing instructional quality, improving student outcomes, and achieving overall school effectiveness. The leadership style exercised by school principals occupies a central position, particularly in secondary schools where academic demands and organizational complexity are comparatively higher. A descriptive survey design was employed, with data collected from 10 principals using Sinha’s Leadership Style Scale (1983). Statistical techniques including mean, standard deviation and t-test were applied to test the hypotheses. Results revealed no significant difference in leadership styles of male and female principals. The study highlights the critical role of leadership style in shaping school climate and teacher engagement. Recommendations emphasize the need for adopting democratic and participative leadership approaches to strengthen teacher’s motivation, professional satisfaction, and overall school performance.