International Journal of Agriculture Extension and Social Development

author(s)
Dubasi Abhigna, K Shiva Krishna, K Madhu Babu and T Lavanya

abstract
The study aimed to analyze the profile characteristics of individuals in relation to their participation in income-generating activities. A total of 120 respondents were selected. The study revealed that most respondents belonged to the middle age group (46.47%), while 59.1% were illiterate. Most (58.33%) had medium-sized families (5-10 members). In terms of income, 44.16% of respondents fell under the medium annual income category and 72.5% were involved in medium-level occupations. A significant portion of respondents (55.83%) had medium access to information sources and 53.33% had medium extension contact. Additionally, 86.66% had received a medium level of training, while 74.16% benefited from medium institutional support. Employment levels were predominantly medium (47.5%) and mass media exposure was low for most respondents (67.5%). Risk-bearing ability was moderate (59.16%) and 51.66% of respondents exhibited a high degree of religious belief. Achievement motivation was medium for 47.5% of respondents, highlighting the general tendency towards moderate ambition in the pursuit of success.