India presently has the largest population of youngsters in the 10-19 age groups. At such a stage, sensitization of youth on current political and social issues is the first priority to achieve a better administration in the country. The first Indian Parliament of Student Council Leaders (Bharatiya Chatra Sansad) conducted by the Maharashtra Institute of Technology's School of Government (MITSOG), in Pune, on Jan 12-14, 2011, is the first giant step towards realizing the goal. Attended by political leaders, students, eminent personalities and the media, the event provided a platform to student leaders across the country to voice their concerns over the state of affairs and participate in policymaking.
The main objectives of the Indian Student Parliament were, firstly, to facilitate the interaction between political leaders from various sectors and student leaders, to create awareness among participants concerning local and national issues, to enhance cooperation among participants, and to focus on concerns relating to nation building that require immediate action. The event had eleven sessions, each discussing a particular objective. The first session addressed the need to have a vision for the country and for its development. Student leaders resolved to seek establishment of a District knowledge commission in each district. The second session’s objective was to eliminate the urban-rural divide in India and to call for youth participation in bridging the gap. The next objective was dedicated to the preservation of the environment. It was thus resolved to plant and protect at least one tree in a lifetime. Another objective emphasized the need for active participation of youth in politics and policymaking, thereby strengthening democracy.
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