Scheme for Promotion of Culture of Science (SPoCS)

Scheme for Promotion of Culture of Science (SPoCS): Recently, 27 Science Centres have been established across India under the Scheme for Promotion of Culture of Science (SPoCS), launched by the Ministry of Culture, to actively promote scientific temper among the youth.

• About SPoCS : Aims to establish Science Cities and Science Centres across all states to promote scientific temper and innovation.

o Implementing Agency: Executed by the National Council of Science Museums (NCSM), under the Ministry of Culture.

o Key Components: Science Cities – Offer immersive, experiment-based learning environments to foster inquiry and creativity.

- Science Centres – Promote hands-on learning through interactive exhibits and self-discovery of scientific concepts.

- Innovation Hubs – Act as platforms to nurture new ideas and innovations.