Vol. 7, Issue 1, Part A (2025)

Background: Sexual and reproductive health rights (SRHR) are essential for adolescents, yet knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) regarding SRHR remain insufficient among students in Bangladesh.
Objective: This study aimed to assess the KAP of SRHR among adolescents in Dhaka, Bangladesh. 
Methods: This interview-based observational study was conducted at the BCSIR School & College, Dhaka, Bangladesh from January 2024 to June 2024. A purposive sampling method was used to select students of class IX from both genders. Total number of participants was 220. Data were collected using a digital data collection interface on Android tablets. The structured questionnaire covered knowledge, attitude, and practice related to SRHR. 
Results: The study assessed SRHR knowledge, attitude, and practice among 220 ninth-grade students in Dhaka, Bangladesh. Females exhibited higher knowledge (66.4% vs. 52.5%) and better practice (58.8% vs. 41.6%) than males, with odds ratios of 1.79 and 2.01, respectively. Males showed a more positive attitude (68.3% vs. 52.9%, OR=0.52). While 84.1% supported SRH education, only 51.4% felt comfortable discussing sexual health. Females show higher knowledge and practice, while males exhibit more positive attitudes.
Conclusion: This study reveals gender disparities in SRHR knowledge, attitude, and practice among adolescents in Dhaka. Targeted, gender-sensitive interventions are needed to address gaps and improve SRHR outcomes for adolescents.