Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)
Hands-on civic leadership experience
Civic engagement programme letting students enact Gram Sabha proceedings and learn grassroots democracy.
Mode
In-Person
Fee
Free
Participation format
Team
Teams of 10 to 40
Duration
3-4 hours per session
Eligibility
Open to students of Classes 9 to 12 from participating schools, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Eklavya Model Residential Schools, and select state government schools.
- Grade level
- Grade 9 to 12
- Age range
- 13 to 18 years
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
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Rewards and recognition
Certificate
Participation certificate
Participating students and schools receive certificates from the Ministry of Panchayati Raj on completion of the mock Gram Sabha.
Recognition
National-level civic recognition
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1School registers on the MYGS Portal hosted by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj.
- 2Teachers undergo training through National Level Master Trainers and the MYGS module.
- 3Students are assigned roles of sarpanch, ward members, panchayat secretary, and villagers.
- 4School conducts the mock Gram Sabha session, deliberating issues and passing resolutions.
- 5Selected schools advance to regional rounds and the national-level competition.
Rules and guidelines
- Participation is through the school, not by individual application.
- Sessions follow Gram Sabha procedural norms covered in the training module.
Technology requirements
- Access to computers/laptops for MYGS Portal
- Internet connection for training modules and resources
About this opportunity
The Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS), branded as Loktantra Ki Pathshala, is a nationwide civic education initiative launched by the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. The programme brings the working of the Gram Sabha into school classrooms, allowing students from Classes 9 to 12 to enact the roles of sarpanch, ward members, panchayat secretary, and villagers.
Through structured role-play, debates, and resolution-passing exercises, students experience deliberation, consensus-building, and participatory decision-making on real issues of village life such as water, sanitation, education, and women's safety.
The initiative is implemented in collaboration with the National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj, the Ministry of Education, and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. In its first phase, MYGS is rolled out across more than 1,100 schools, including Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas, Eklavya Model Residential Schools, and selected state government schools.
After the school-level mock Gram Sabhas, participating schools advance to regional rounds and then to a national-level competition. Each participating school receives a one-time financial support of ₹20,000 to conduct the mock Gram Sabha, and a dedicated MYGS Portal along with a training module supports teachers and students.
What your child will do
- Mock Gram Sabha sessions with assigned roles
- Debates on village-level issues
- Resolution drafting and passing
- Teacher training via National Level Master Trainers
- Regional and national-level competitions
- Enacting roles of sarpanch, ward members, panchayat secretary, and villagers
- Structured role-play exercises
Mentors and faculty
Teachers from participating schools, supported by a dedicated training module and resources.
Languages
Academic details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
Frequently asked questions
What is the role of teachers in the MYGS initiative?
Teachers are crucial facilitators, guiding students through the mock Gram Sabha process. They receive specialized training to help students understand roles, debate issues, and adhere to procedural norms, ensuring an enriching learning experience.
Are there any awards or recognition for participating schools and students?
Yes, top-performing schools at the national level receive significant prize awards, including ₹1 crore for the winning school. All participating students and schools receive certificates from the Ministry of Panchayati Raj.
How can schools ensure a successful mock Gram Sabha session?
Schools should utilize the provided teacher training modules and guidelines, encourage active student participation in all roles, and focus on realistic local issues for debate. Effective preparation and adherence to the spirit of democratic deliberation are key.
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