Introduction

About NSS:On September 24, 1969, the Union Education Minister Dr. V.K.R.V. Rao, launched the NSS programme in 37 universities covering all States and simultaneously requested the Chief Ministers of States for their cooperation and help. It was appropriate that the programme was started during the Gandhi Centenary Year as it was Gandhiji who inspired the Indian youth to participate in the movement for Indian independence and the social uplift of the downtrodden masses of our nation.

The scheme now extends to all the states and universities in the country and covers +2 level also in many states. Students, teachers, guardians, persons in authority in government, universities and colleges/schools and the people in general now realize the need and significance of NSS. It has aroused among the student youth an awareness of the realities of life, a better understanding and appreciation of the problems of the people. College has two nss units and 200 volunteers involved in NSS.

 The Motto of NSS “Not Me But You”, reflects the essence of democratic living and upholds the need for selfless service.

Objectives:

1. Understand the community in which they work

2. Understand themselves in relation to their community

3. Identify the needs and problems of the community and involve them in problem-solving

4. Develop among themselves a sense of social and civic responsibility

5. Utilize their knowledge in finding practical solutions to individual and community problems

6. Develop competence required for group-living and sharing of responsibilities

7. Gain skills in mobilizing community participation

8. Acquire leadership qualities and democratic attitudes

9. Develop capacity to meet emergencies and natural disasters

10. Practice national integration and social harmony

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