Consolidated data for LGBTQIA+.xlsx

This study investigates the perceptions of college students in Tamil Nadu, India, regarding LGBTQIA+ individuals. It focuses on understanding the factors and dimensions that shape these perceptions. To achieve this, the researchers developed a comprehensive questionnaire using a Likert-type scale. The questionnaire encompasses several critical dimensions, including general perception, equality and inclusion, support and understanding, personal beliefs and stereotypes, perceptions of LGBTQIA+ relationships and parenting, bullying and discrimination, and overall awareness and advocacy.The study's universe consists of graduate and post-graduate students from various colleges in Tamil Nadu, and the researchers employed purposive sampling to select 802 participants. This approach ensures the data's robustness and its ability to be generalized to a broader population.Data collection was meticulous, and the questionnaire displayed a high level of reliability with a Cronbach's Alpha score of .869. The analysis revealed several noteworthy findings. For instance, in categories such as general perception, equality and inclusion, support and understanding, and awareness and advocacy, the majority of students exhibited moderate to high levels of perception. The research also unveiled that the type of college (Government, Aided, Self-Financing) significantly influences general perception and LGBTQIA+ equality and inclusion perspectives.Moreover, a substantial positive correlation was found between the religious affiliation of colleges and students' favorable attitudes towards LGBTQIA+ individuals across all dimensions.