National Awards for Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)

Overview: The National Awards for Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) were held on 28 January 2026 in New Delhi under the coordination of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj. The programme recognised schools and students for exemplary participation in simulated Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat proceedings. Over 28,000 students from Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and Eklavya Model Residential Schools showcased democratic practices and grassroots governance.

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Jan-28-2026

The National Awards of Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) on the 28th of January 2026 in New Delhi, under the coordination of the Ministry of Panchayati Raj, with the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs. The event will recognise students and schools that have demonstrated outstanding participation in deliberated simulated Gram Sabha and Gram Panchayat sittings throughout the country. More than 28000 students through 619 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and 200 Eklavya Model Residential Schools attended the MYGS programme, demonstrating the practice of democracy. The awards include live mock Gram Sabha events and the recognition of the best performers as highlights.

About National Awards for Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS)

The Ministry of Panchayati Raj coordinated with other ministries (the Ministry of Education and the Ministry of Tribal Affairs) to organise the National Awards of Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS).
It also identifies and awards students and schools who have performed well in the Model Youth Gram Sabha programme throughout the country.
The MYGS programme encourages real-life knowledge on local governance and democratic participation through exposure of school students to the gram sabha and the gram panchayat, facing situations that are simulated.
On 28 January 2026, a ceremony was organised at New Delhi to give the 2025-26 cycle winners their awards.
More than 28,000 students in 619 Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and 200 Eklavya Model Residential Schools all over the country participated in the initiative.
During this event, live demonstrations of mock Gram Sabha sessions by the best-performing schools are featured.
The winners are recognised due to their leadership, civil participation, and knowledge of the grassroots mechanisms of governance, as they are stipulated in the 73rd amendment of the withdrawal.
The awards are expected to influence the students to engage in the democratic processes and learn about the village level of government.
MYGS also contributes to enhancing the relationship between education and youth empowerment and the local government.
Schools are considered in regard to organisation, student participation, and creativity, as well as the accuracy in terms of representing Gram Sabha processes.

PYQs on Gram Sabha

Exam	Year	Question Asked	Answer
SSC CPO	2023	Which of the following is incorrect about the salient features of the 73rd Amendment Act? 1) Gives constitutional status to Panchayati Raj 2) Contains 29 functional items for Panchayats 3) Added the Eleventh Schedule 4) Corresponds to Part III of the Constitution	Option 4 – It corresponds to Part IX, not Part III.
SSC CGL Tier-I	2022	The 73rd Amendment deals with which of the following? 1) GST 2) Urban local government bodies 3) Panchayati Raj System 4) Anti-defection	Option 3 – Panchayati Raj System.
SSC CHSL	2014/15	The 73rd Constitutional Amendment is related to: A) Panchayati Raj B) Monetary regulation C) Finance Commission D) Urban land reforms	A) Panchayati Raj – It gives constitutional status to Panchayati Raj institutions.
GPSC Prelims	2023	In relation to the 73rd Constitutional Amendment: a) Provides a four-tier system b) Assures a five-year term c) Devolution of powers vested with the Union Government d) Gram Sabha is the foundation of the system Which are correct?	b & d only – Five-year term and Gram Sabha as the foundational unit.
SSC MTS / SSC GD (GK)	Recent	Which Amendment Act introduced the provision of Panchayati Raj in India? A) 42nd B) 73rd C) 74th D) 76th	73rd Amendment Act – Introduced the constitutional framework of Panchayati Raj.
Railway GK	Recent	The list of subjects which may be entrusted to Panchayats is given in the: A) Eleventh Schedule B) Twelfth Schedule C) Seventh Schedule D) State List	Eleventh Schedule – Covers subjects entrusted to Panchayats.

Conclusion (National Awards for Model Youth Gram Sabha)

The National Awards Model Youth Gram Sabha (MYGS) is an award that is used to motivate the youth to take an active part in the local government. Such awards help in creating transparency, accountability and community involvement at the village level. They encourage young leaders to play a key role in the development of the rural areas and enhance democracy in India.