Assessment Tools for Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) Developed in India: A Scoping Review

This scoping review explores and maps the existing literature on indigenous Indian assessment tools for autism spectrum disorder (ASD). The observation that—existing reviews on ASD assessment tools often overlook those developed within the country—highlights a critical gap in literature. In a nation as diverse as India, having culturally adapted tools is essential for accurate identification and diagnosis of ASD, elevating the significance of this review, rendering it both timely and indispensable. Twenty-six meticulously chosen studies unveil 15 distinctive assessment tools developed in India from 2000 to 2024. The list includes SIASDEC, Concern-9, ISAA, INDT-ASD, AIIMS-Modified-INDT-ASD, CASI, IASQ, the Regression Screening Tool, TABC, RBSK-ASQ, NASI, NSERQ, SERA, Screening Checklist for Problem Behaviors in Children with Communication Disorders, and the Development Assessment Chart Incorporated Immunization Card. These tools offer unparalleled potential, presenting healthcare professionals and researchers with culturally tailored, indigenous resources with promising psychometric properties.