Role of contact and intergroup anxiety in shaping intergroup attitudes: A study in Aligarh

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Anjali Sharma and Roomana Siddiqui (Department of Psychology, Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, Uttar Pradesh)

The purpose of present study was to explore the significance of contact and intergroup anxiety in influencing intergroup attitudes between Hindu Muslim groups in Aligarh. It was found that both contact and anxiety among the members of both group lead to formulate intergroup attitude which further determine the nature of intergroup relations. Hindus comparatively to Muslims found to be anxious prone towards other groups while Muslims found to be high on contact seeking experiences. The study also revealed the significance of demographic characteristics in shaping intergroup attitudes.