National Youth Parliament Scheme (NYPS)

National Youth Parliament Scheme (NYPS): The Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs has unveiled an upgraded version of the National Youth Parliament Scheme (NYPS) web portal, known as NYPS 2.0.

• Unlike the previous version, NYPS 2.0 is open to all citizens across the country, regardless of economic status, gender, caste, creed, religion, race, region, and place.
• About National Youth Parliament Scheme (NYPS): Launched by Ministry of Parliamentary Affairs on 26th November 2019.
• Objective: Foster understanding of parliamentary processes and democratic principles.

o Promote discipline, tolerance, and respect for diverse viewpoints.

o Equip youth with skills to participate effectively in democratic processes.

o Provide insights into the workings of Parliament.

• NYPS 2.0: Open to all citizens; earlier limited to students of recognized institutions.
• Modes of Participation:

o Institution Participation: Educational institutions can organize Youth Parliament sittings.

o Two sub-categories:  Kishore Sabha (Students from Classes VI to XII) & Tarun Sabha (Students at Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels)

o Group Participation: Any group of citizens can organize Youth Parliament sittings.