Ans.  A unique concept, first of its kind initiative which was never thought of before has now been unfolded as Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad. With a single minded devotion of channelizing the power of youth, the "Bharatiya Chhatra Sansada"(India Student Parliament), is a breeding ground for the young, enthusiastic and bright minds committed to lead the society, to effect political changes and to strengthen the democracy.

Ans.  Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad was conceptualized & initiated by Mr. Rahul V. Karad, Chief Initiator & Dean, MIT School of Government and Executive Director, MAEER's MIT Group of Institutions, Pune. The 1 Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad (Indian Student Parliament) was organiz ed at MAEER's MIT Campus, Pune from Jan12-14, 2011 in association with Ministry of Higher & Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra.

Ans.  It organizes a 3-day summit for the youth mainly students from colleges in the month of Jan each year. Various eminent personalities come and share their views along with the youth from the same dais on issues related to youth.

Ans.  The 2nd Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad (Indian Student Parliament) will be organized at MAEER's MIT campus, Pune from January 10-12, 2012 in association with Ministry of Higher & Technical Education, Government of Maharashtra, Ministry of Youth & Sports, Government of Maharashtra and Union Ministry of Sports & Youth Affairs.

Ans.  The 2nd Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad (Indian Student Parliament) will comprise of 9 topics to be deliberated upon in 9 Sessions in a span of 3 days. The participants will be given an opportunity to interact and speak their mind on the dais with prominent personalities from Politics, Spiritual, Environment, Media, Social movement, Entertainment and Sports World. At the end of each session, the issue under discussion will be open for voting by the participants. This will culminate into drafting of resolutions on all of these. These set of resolutions will be presented to the government of Maharashtra and other national & international organizations.

Ans.  There are two categories for participation in the program - i) STUDENT LEADERS: Any student who is holding position of leadership in any college affiliated to any Indian recognized university or politically & socially active in society can register for the event. ii) OTHERS: Candidates who are either not regular students of an Affiliate College or entrepreneurs or working in any organization with interest in socio-political activities are welcome to apply. The registration forms for both the categories have been uploaded on the website. To register you have to download the registration form from the website (www.indianstudentparliament.com) or request one from the Chhatra Sansad office. Alternatively you may apply online on the website also. A nominated student has to endorse his/her registration form from the college principal or alternatively submit a photocopy of student ID card of the current academic year. Others may send it directly along with the demand raft of appropriate amount as applicable (refer Q.7) to our corresponding address. On receiving the form we will scrutinize and if all things are in order you will be issued an I-card for participation. The participation kit has to be collected from the registration counter at the venue before the start of the event.

Ans.  Registrations & admission are on first come first serve basis, subject to availability of seats. For STUDENT LEADER the registration fee is Rs. 800/- For OTHERS the registration fee is Rs. 1500/- The fee has to be paid via Demand Draft duly drawn in favor of "Parliament of Indian Student Council" payable at Pune.

Ans.  The registration fee includes - participation fee for the 3 days; a participation kit (I-card, Bag, T-shirt, Note Pad, Pen, Books etc.); Snack coupons for day 1, 2 & 3; Lunch coupons for day 2 & 3 and a Participation Certificate at the end of the 3-day event (all sessions have to be attended).

Ans.  In each of the sessions, 2 student leaders from the participating delegates will speak on the said topic. These will be chosen after scrutinizing their reviews on the said topic either in audio or video format or as type written paper along with the filled in nomination forms by a selection committee. In all there will be 18 student leaders who will speak during these 9 sessions at the summit. To participate in the above you are requested to send your opinion/views about the issue in an audio or video format in a CD (preferred) along with the registration form for the scrutiny by the selection panel. On getting selected you shall duly be informed by the panel.

Ans.  Session 1 - Politics of Development; Session 2 - Where is India's Obama?; Session 3 - Bridging the Urban- Rural Divide; Session 4 - Saving the Planet : Is it too late?; Session 5 - Join Politics - Lead your India; Session 6 - CSR - Business Beyond Profit; Session 7 - Corruption free India : Dream or Reality?; Session 8 - Yes, India Can...; Session 9 - Social Networking for Social Action.

Ans.  Session 1 -Politics of Development. Speech by Ms. Mamta Banerjee - Chief Minister, West Bengal / Shri. Nitish Kumar - Chief Minister, Bihar.; Session 2 - Where is India's Obama ? Speech by Dr. Shashi Tharoor, M.P Lok Sabha & Former MOS for External Affairs.; Session 3 - Bridging the Urban- Rural Divide. Speech by Mr P. Sainath - Rural Affairs Editor, The Hindu & Mr. Vittal Gummadi Rao (Kavi Gadar) Social Crusader.; Session 4 - Saving the Planet : Is it too late? Speech by Dr. Rajendra Pachauri - Noted Ecologist and Mr. Prem Kumar Dhumal - Chief Minister, Himachal Pradesh.; Session 5 - Join Politics - Lead your India. Speeches by - Mr. Anurag Singh Thakur - M.P. Lok Sabha, National President B.J.Y.M and Mr. Jitendra Singh , Minister of State for Home Affairs. ; Session 6 - CSR - Business Beyond Profit. Speech by Ms. Anu Aga - Member NAC, Former Chairperson, Thermax Ltd.; Session 7 - Corruption free India : Dream or Reality ? Speech by Mr. Arnab Goswami-Editor-in-Chief, Times Now and Dr. J. P. Narayan - Founder, Lok Satta Party, MLA (A.P.); Session 8 - Yes, India Can... Speech by His Holiness Dalai Lama and Dr. R. A. Mashelkar; Session 9 - Social Networking for Social Action. Speech by Mr. Sam Pitroda - Advisor to Prime Minister and Mr. Shailesh Rao - Managing Director, Google (India).

Ans.  During the three days (Jan10-12, 2012) there will be 9 topics that will be deliberated upon in 9 sessions by the eminent speakers and 2 student representatives. It will be moderated upon by a young MLA from Maharashtra State Assembly. After each such session the concerned resolution as per the topic deliberated upon will be displayed on the LED screens both in English and Hindi languages and the voting shall take place through the SMS at the venue. The voting will determine the final resolution. Each participant has to vote via SMS as per the options on a specific number. Once recorded, the percentage of votes for and against the resolution will be displayed on the screen and the same shall be recorded by a committee which shall prepare a detailed report about all the resolutions passed after each of the 9 sessions.

Ans.  The registration and admission is strictly on the first come first serve basis, subject to availability of seats. You are requested to apply now to avoid last minute inconvenience to you and the management.

Ans.  There are 10000 seats available for the 2nd Indian Student Parliament. Registrations are open. Apply now.

Ans.  All seats are open to registration on first cum first serve basis. There is no reservation what so ever of any kind. To avoid inconvenience apply now.

Ans.  Participants will have to make their own boarding and lodging arrangements at Pune. However, we will provide assistance to find a suitable accommodation in Pune against payment by the participant. This would be on first cum and availability basis.

Ans.  The MIT Campus is accessible by local municipal buses, auto & taxis from all corners of the city including its railway stations & state transport bus stands. It is also well connected to most of the cities & towns of Maharashtra and by Air to prominent cities & metros of India.

Ans.  Each participant is expected to wear ethnic Indian clothes or any decent dress befitting to the occasion.

Ans.  A)The registration fee for student leader is Rs. 800/- and for others is Rs. 1500/- per person. The fee has to be paid via Demand Draft duly drawn in favor of "Parliament of Indian Student Council" payable at Pune (refer Q.7).(B)Lunch coupons would be given to participants along with the Identity Cards the time of collecting the Participation Kits.(C)The lunch would be served against coupons in dining hall counters. Participants are to consume lunch in the dining halls only.(D)During breaks,participants may purchase snacks, cold drinks, etc. Snacks will be served complementary during scheduled tea breaks.(E)Eatables are not allowed in the pendal where event will take place. Participants may carry bottles but empty bottles to be taken away by the participants.(F)Kindly note that smoking, chewing tobacco, consumption of alcohol and non-vegetarian food is strictly prohibited on the MIT Campus. You are requested to oblige us by adhering to our customs and values during your visit to participate in the summit. We sincerely thank you for your cooperation.(G)The Participant ID card has to be worn/displayed all the time at the Venue during the sessions, while visiting the MIT institutes for identification & security purposes. Entry to the venue is strictly on checking the I Card.(H)I-Card is non-transferable and is to be used only by the authorized participant.(I)Attendance & participation in all the sessions is necessary for receiving the certificate.(J)Participants are expected not to loiter outside the pendal before and after the break while the sessions are in progress.(K)During the sessions the mobile phones are to be strictly on silent mode or switched off.(L)Punctuality: As per the time schedule you have to be seated at the designated place in the parliament at least 30 minutes prior to the start of the first session and 10 minutes prior to the start of the consecutive sessions. If you are new to the place, you are requested to report an hour early

Ans.  In case of any query or problem, please do not hesitate to contact us on 8888815421 8888815422 8888815423 8888815424 8888815425. In case you need more clarifications, you may contact Prof. (Gp. Capt.) D. P. Apte, Cooridnator, Bharatiya Chhatra Sansad. Our email Id: info@indianstudentparliament.com Our address for correspondence: MIT SCHOOL OF GOVERNMENT S. NO. 124, PAUD ROAD, KOTHRUD, PUNE - 411038. Maharashtra Visit us at www.indianstudentparliament.com