EXPLORING FIGURAL CREATIVITY AMONGST IXTH CLASS STUDENTS BY GENDER AND DIET PREFERENCE

Abstract

This study examines the relationship between gender, diet preference (vegetarian vs. non-vegetarian), and figural creativity among IX^th class students in Aurangabad, India. Data was collected from 44 students using the Baquer Mehdi Non-Verbal Creative Thinking Test (NVTCT-M). Results indicate no statistically significant differences in originality, elaboration, or total non-verbal creativity between the groups. These findings highlight the complexity of factors influencing creativity and suggest diet preference does not play a decisive role. The study emphasizes the need for larger and more diverse samples for future research.