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Investigation measures the perception of agricultural scientists’ towards application of Information and Communication Technologies (ICTs) in agricultural extension. Data were solicited from 87 agricultural scientists from proportionately selected 29 Krishi Vigyan Kendras across Rajasthan and Gujarat state. Collection of data was performed during 2012–2013 using Likert–type scale on 5-point continuum. Multiple linear regression model applied for measuring effect of personal variables on perception level of scientists. Scientists expressed their positive perception in using ICTs tools for agricultural extension. Higher education level and trainings on ICTs had positive and significant influence on perception, while scientists’ age and working experience had negative influence.
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Kale, R.B., Meena, M.S., Singh, Y.V. et al. Scientists’ Perception Towards Role of Information and Communication Technologies in Agricultural Extension. Natl. Acad. Sci. Lett. 39, 91–93 (2016). https://doi.org/10.1007/s40009-015-0415-z
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