Details
At the initial stage, groups of
students from High School upto College level would be arranged to visit the
Assam Legislative Assembly during the sessions, in consultation with the Assam
Legislative Assembly Sectt. The educational institutions may be identified, to
the extent necessary, with input by the respective DCs/Inspectors of Schools,
and the students will be selected by the respective Headmasters/Principals. The
students may preferably be from related subjects such as Political Science, Economics,
etc. within the Arts/Humanities streams in colleges/higher secondary schools
and social sciences in secondary schools. The groups of students would have
both girls and boys (if the selected institution is co-educational). Each group
will be accompanied and guided by one male and one female teacher to be deputed
by the respective Headmasters/Principals.
Benefits
1. Practical
Exposure: Students gain practical experience by visiting the Assam Legislative
Assembly and witnessing the legislative sessions, debates, and bill
discussions.
2. Interaction:
Students have the opportunity to interact with dignitaries such as the Hon'ble
Speaker, Chief Minister, Ministers, MLAs, and senior officials.
3. Understanding
of Governance: The scheme helps students understand the functioning of the
State Legislative Assembly and the legislative process.
Eligibility
1. Educational
Institutions: High/Higher Secondary Schools and colleges within Assam are
considered for participation.
2. Subjects/Streams:
Students from related subjects such as Political Science, Economics, etc.,
within the Arts/Humanities streams in colleges/higher secondary schools, and
social sciences in secondary schools are preferred.
3. Selection:
Students showing good academic performance and enthusiastic participation in
extracurricular activities like debating competitions, student activities, mock
parliament, etc., may be selected.
4. Batch
Size: The total number of students in one batch should not exceed 50.
5. Voluntary
Participation: Student participation in the visit is voluntary, and only
willing students should be selected.
Application Process
Offline
1. The
selection of educational institutions and students is done in consultation with
the respective District Collectors (DCs)/Inspectors of Schools.
2. Invitations
are issued to the Heads of educational institutions with due approval from the
Hon'ble Minister, Parliamentary Affairs.
3. Recommendations
from dignitaries like the Hon'ble CM, Ministers, Speaker, Dy. Speaker, MLAs,
MPs, etc., are considered for extending invitations.
4. The
participating institutions inform the students about the visit and the code of
conduct to be followed.
5. Transportation
arrangements to and from the Assembly and around Guwahati city are made by the
Assam State Transport Corporation (ASTC).
Documents Required
1. Identity
cards of participating students.
2. List
of participating students provided to the Assembly Secretariat for the issuance
of passes.
3. Brief
write-up (not exceeding one page per student) summarizing their experience and
feedback within a week.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Students Are Eligible To
Participate In The Exposure Visits To The Assam Legislative Assembly Scheme?
Students from high school up to
college level, with preference given to those studying Political Science,
Economics, and related subjects.
How Are Students Selected For The
Visit?
Selection is based on academic
performance and enthusiastic participation in extracurricular activities.
Participation is voluntary.
Are There Any Restrictions On Items
Allowed Inside The Assembly Visitors' Gallery?
Participants are not allowed to carry
mobile phones, purses, bags, writing materials, or water bottles. Valuables
should be avoided.
What Are The Recommended Business
Days To Visit The Assembly?
The Hon'ble Governor's address,
debate on the motion of thanks, budget presentation, general discussion,
passing of bills, and private members' business are recommended days.
Who Bears The Expenses Of The Visit?
The related expenditure is covered by
the Parliamentary Affairs Department from the budgetary provisions.
Can Senior Citizens Also Participate
In The Visit?
It is proposed that respected senior
citizens such as retired teachers, headmasters, principals, freedom fighters,
and social workers may also be invited to watch Assembly sessions.
Are There Opportunities For Students
To Interact With Dignitaries During The Visit?
Yes, arrangements may be made for
students to interact with dignitaries such as the Hon'ble Speaker, CM, Ministers,
MLAs, and senior officials.
How Should The Participating Students
Dress?
Students should dress in the uniform
prescribed by their school/college.
How Should Students Submit Their
Feedback After The Visit?
Students are required to submit a
brief write-up summarizing their experience and feedback to their respective
headmasters/principals, who will forward it to the Parliamentary Affairs
Department within a week of the visit.
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