Hindi Translation, Content Validation and test-retest reliability of Sedentary Behavior Questionnaire: A cross-sectional study

This dataset contains responses collected to assess sedentary behavior among university students using the Hindi-translated version of the Sedentary Behavior Questionnaire (SBQ). Sedentary behavior is defined as any waking activity characterized by an energy expenditure ≤1.5 metabolic equivalents (METs) while in a sitting, reclining, or lying posture. The increasing prevalence of sedentary lifestyles among students has emerged as a significant public health concern due to its association with adverse physical and mental health outcomes.
The dataset was generated as part of a cross-sectional study conducted among university students. The primary aim was to evaluate the level and patterns of sedentary behavior and to examine the applicability of the Hindi version of the SBQ in this population. The questionnaire includes items assessing time spent in various sedentary activities such as watching television, using a computer, reading, and sitting during transportation, separately for weekdays and weekends.
Data were collected using a structured self-reported questionnaire. Variables included demographic characteristics (e.g., age, gender), academic-related information, and detailed sedentary behavior measures. The dataset is provided in both native IBM SPSS Statistics (.sav) format and a universally accessible (.csv/.xlsx) format to facilitate reuse by researchers.
A codebook is included to describe all variables, coding schemes, and scoring procedures used in the dataset. The dataset may be used for secondary analysis, validation studies, or comparative research on sedentary behavior among student populations. All data have been anonymized to ensure participant confidentiality and comply with ethical research standards.