National Service Scheme, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of
India, popularly known as NSS was launched in Gandhiji's Birth Centenary Year 1969.
Aim
The main aim of NSS is to develop the personality of students by involving them for
community service. The programme aims to inculcate social welfare in students, and to provide service to society
without bias. NSS volunteers work to ensure that everyone who is needy gets help to enhance their standard of
living and lead a life of dignity.
Motto
The Motto of NSS "Not Me But You", reflects the essence of democratic living and upholds
the need for self-less service. The philosophy of the NSS is well doctrined in this motto, which underlines on
the belief that the welfare of an individual is ultimately dependent on the welfare of the society on the whole
and therefore, the NSS volunteers shall strive for the well-being of the society.
Objectives
The main objectives of National Service Scheme (NSS) are to:
To understand the community in which they work
To understand themselves in relation to their community
To identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving
To develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility
To utilize knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems
To develop competence required for group-living and sharing of responsibilities.
To gain skills in mobilizing community participation.
To acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes.
To develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters.
To practice national integration and social harmony.
NSS Activities
NSS volunteers devote 120 hours per year for community service. There are two types of
activities carried out by NSS volunteers.
Regular Activities : Regular activities include:
Contribution in Campus beatification
Celebrating important days
Activities in adopted area related to women empowerment, health, education, cleanliness and other social
issues based on need of community.
Special Camp: This is one of most important event carried out by NSS volunteers. This is seven days long
activity carried out based on community needs and issues.
