Young Indians Parliament
National civic leadership recognition
4,500 participants
National civic leadership program where Class 9 to 12 students simulate parliamentary roles, debate national issues, and progress through chapter, regional, and national rounds.
Mode
Hybrid
Fee
₹399
Participation format
Individual and team
Teams of 1 to 250
Duration
Approximately 9 months from chapter registration to national finals
Time needed
2 days for the regional round
Eligibility
Open to students in Classes 9 to 12 enrolled in Indian schools. Schools nominate eligible students; selected nominees submit a written pitch of 200 to 250 words or a video of up to 2 minutes. Participation is nationwide with regional rounds across major Indian cities.
- Grade level
- Grade 9 to 12
- Eligibility region
- Available nationwide across India
- Academic requirement
- Currently enrolled in Class 9 to Class 12 in a registered Indian school.
- Prerequisites
- School nomination through the Yi School Hub portal
- Submission of a written pitch (200 to 250 words) or a video pitch (up to 2 minutes)
- Interest in civic affairs, debate, and public policy
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Rewards and recognition
Prizes
14 parliamentary awards
Top performers receive named awards across nine general categories and five role-specific categories at regional and national rounds.
Certificate
Participation Certificate
All students who qualify for the regional round receive a Participation Certificate recognising their involvement in parliamentary debate and discussion.
Recognition
National civic leadership platform
Skills your child builds
How to apply
- 1School registers on the Yi School Hub portal with institutional details
- 2School nominates eligible students using the Student Parliamentarian Nomination form
- 3Nominated students submit a written pitch of 200 to 250 words or a video pitch of up to 2 minutes
- 4Selection panel reviews nominations on vision, leadership, and pitch effectiveness
- 5Selected students confirm participation by paying the round fee
- 6Top regional performers progress to the national finals in New Delhi
Rules and guidelines
- Participation is permitted only through a registered school nomination
- Each regional round selects 200 to 250 student parliamentarians from the nomination pool
- Pitch submissions must adhere to the 200 to 250 word or 2 minute limit
- National round participation is free for students who qualify from regional rounds
- Selected delegates must complete preparation tasks and committee assignments before the parliamentary session
Technology requirements
- Internet-enabled device for pitch submission and chapter round participation
- Email and WhatsApp access for shortlist communications
Fees and financial support
Fee details
Fee structure across rounds: Chapter Round ₹399 with GST, Regional Round ₹1,499. National Round is free for qualified finalists.
About this opportunity
The Young Indians Parliament is a national civic leadership program that brings democracy alive for school students through experiential learning. Students step into the roles of parliamentarians to debate, question, collaborate, and draft solutions to real national and international issues.
The program is open to students in Classes 9 to 12, with participation routed through registered schools that nominate eligible candidates. Selected students progress through a structured three-tier journey of chapter rounds, regional rounds in major Indian cities, and a national finale held in New Delhi.
The regional rounds run as two-day immersive parliamentary simulations covering oath ceremonies, party formation, manifesto creation, central agenda speeches, Question Hour, Zero Hour, and final debates. Participants gain skills in public speaking, leadership, critical thinking, negotiation, and policy reasoning.
The initiative is run by CII Young Indians under its Yi School Hub umbrella, with mentorship from Members of Parliament, MLAs, and senior policymakers. The edition engaged over 4,500 students across the country, with national finalists honoured in categories such as Best Parliamentarian, Best Speaker, and Leadership Excellence.
What your child will do
- Chapter-level democratic simulations and pitch submission
- Two-day regional parliamentary sessions in major Indian cities
- Oath ceremony, party formation, and leadership elections
- Central agenda speeches and manifesto creation
- Committee group work organised by issue focus
- Question Hour and Zero Hour parliamentary Q&A
- Final debates and national finale in New Delhi
Mentors and faculty
Members of Parliament (MPs), Members of Legislative Assembly (MLAs), and senior policymakers.
Languages
Academic details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
Structured around parliamentary procedure: oath ceremony, party formation, manifesto creation, central agenda speeches, Question Hour, Zero Hour, committee group work, and final debates.
Frequently asked questions
What support systems help participants manage program commitments alongside academics?
The program is structured in tiered rounds spread across the year, with chapter and regional sessions designed around weekends. Schools nominate students based on academic readiness, allowing participants to plan preparation alongside coursework.
How do students typically prepare for parliamentary debate at the regional level?
Selected students prepare by studying assigned national and international issues, drafting positions on agenda topics, and reviewing parliamentary procedure. The two-day regional session itself includes oath ceremony, party formation, manifesto creation, and Question Hour.
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