Role of NSS in Nation Building: A Review

Author(s)	Mayalata Dimpal
Country	India
Abstract	Originally been founded by the Government of India in 1969, the National Service Scheme (NSS) propounds to usher social consciousness and community Service among youth. This review article encompasses the multi-faceted role of the NSS in nation-building with a particular focus on social development, education, and civic engagement. By exploring a study of empirical studies, policy documents, and qualitative data, the paper discusses the impact that NSS has both on individual members, on communities, and on society at large. It highlights the successes and challenges of schemes and discusses the possible ways forward. The findings suggest NSS's role in promoting social cohesion, improving education outcomes, and instilling a sense of responsibility and civic engagement among the youth.
Keywords	NSS, Nation building, Youth development, Social service, Civic responsibility.
Field	Sociology
Published In	Volume 7, Issue 2, March-April 2025
Published On	2025-03-06
DOI	https://doi.org/10.36948/ijfmr.2025.v07i02.38493
Short DOI	https://doi.org/g87cwj

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