YUVIKA Programme

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Recently, the Union Minister of State (Independent Charge) for Science & Technology highlighted the Government’s sustained efforts to nurture scientific temper among the youth, stating that the Yuva Vigyani Karyakram (YUVIKA).

About YUVIKA Programme

•  YUva VIgyani KAryakram (YUVIKA) is a learning and awareness creating programme of the ISRO.
• It imparts basic knowledge on Space Technology, Space Science, and Space Applications to younger students with a preference to rural areas. 
• The programme is aimed at creating awareness about the emerging trends in science and technology amongst the youngsters, who are the future building blocks of our nation.
• It is also expected to encourage more students to pursue Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) based research /career.
• Eligibility

• • Those who have finished class 8 and are currently studying in class 9 can apply for the programme.
  • Three students from each state/Union Territory will participate in this programme every year, covering CBSE, ICSE, and state-board syllabus.
  • The selection is based on 8th Standard academic performance and extracurricular activities.
  • Students belonging to the rural area have been given special weightage in the selection criteria.
  • In case there is a tie between the selected candidates, the younger candidates will be given priority.
• This programme involves
  • It is a two-week residential programme offered by ISRO.
  • It will include invited talks, experience sharing by eminent scientists, facility and lab visits, exclusive sessions for discussions with experts and practical and feedback sessions.

Source: PIB

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