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Pradeep Kumar

05/02/21 09:58 AM IST

Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram

Context

Youth represent the most dynamic and vibrant segment of the population. India is one of the youngest nations in the world and is expected to have a very favourable demographic profile in the time to come. In India, youth in the age ­group of 15-29 years constitute 27.5% of the population.

In news

The Rashtriya Yuva Sashaktikaran Karyakram Scheme is a Central Sector Scheme of the Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports and has been continuing since 12th Five Year Plan.

Aim

The Scheme aims to develop the personality and leadership qualities of the youth and to engage them in nation building activities.

The 7 sub-schemes under scheme RYSK are

  • Nehru Yuva Kendra Sangathan.
  • National Youth Corps.
  • National Programme for Youth and Adolescent Development.
  • International Cooperation.
  • Youth Hostels.
  • Assistance to Scouting and Guiding Organisations.
  • National Young Leaders Programme.

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