Journal of AdvancedMedical and Dental Sciences Research

Introduction: Collection of knowledge, attitude, and practice (KAP) information regarding outbreaks has long been useful in apprising prevention, control, and mitigation measures during such outbreaks. Hence we aim to evaluate knowledge levels, prevailing attitudes, and practices among the general population of India about the COVID‑19 pandemic and to rule out barriers concerned with practicing risk reduction behaviors. Material and methods: A cross‑sectional study was conducted online among the general population of India during the lockdown period. The KAP toward COVID‑19/severe acute respiratory syndrome‑coronavirus‑2 infection and prevention were assessed by using a self‑administered questionnaire with 32 questions. The KAP assessment was carried out by assigning scores to the variables. SPSS version 24.0 and Chi‑square test were used for statistical analysis. Results: A total of 1292 people had participated in the survey, and their mean age was 29.43 years. Overall, 81% of the participants had good knowledge, 77% of the participants had a positive attitude, and 83.5% of the participants were following good practices. Nearly 94% of the participants are confident that India can overcome COVID‑19, and 97.7% of the participants wore masks when they went out. Conclusion: Health education campaigns and awareness events targeting the general population can enhance knowledge and attitudes of the people to the pandemic and potentiate better practices in facing the crisis.