Organization of Various Conclaves and Felicitations to Encourage Women, Women Scientists, Teachers and Young Students is a scheme run by the Uttarakhand Science Education and Research Centre (USERC) under the state's Department of Science and Technology. It works to build a scientific temper and improve technical skills among women, teachers and young students by holding academic conclaves and giving out appreciation awards.
The scheme is still going on in Uttarakhand. USERC keeps organizing these conclaves every year and honors those who do good work in science and science education. In the latest Women Scientists Conclave held in Dehradun, women scientists and girl students were felicitated for their contributions.
Organization of Various Conclaves and Felicitations to Encourage Women, Women Scientists, Teachers and Young Students
This scheme, formally known as Organization of Various Conclaves and Felicitations to Encourage Women, Women Scientists, Teachers and Young Students, operates under the Uttarakhand Science Education and Research Centre (USERC) within the state's Department of Science and Technology. It actively works to cultivate a scientific temper and improve technical skills among the target groups across the state by conducting specialized conclaves and organizing recognition ceremonies.
| Key Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Scheme Name | Organization of Various Conclaves and Felicitations to Encourage Women, Women Scientists, Teachers and Young Students |
| Target Audience | Individuals |
| Location | Uttarakhand |
| Implementation Agency | Uttarakhand Science Education and Research Centre |
| Benefit Type | In Kind (Awards and Recognition) |
| Direct Benefit Transfer | No |
Benefits
To encourage new ideas and scientific excellence, this scheme organizes several well-known events and awards. You may be recognized under the following categories:
| Event | Award/Honour |
|---|---|
| Yuva-Bal Samagam | Medhavi Chhatra Samman |
| Teacher/Science Conclave | Vigyan Prasar Samman |
| Women Scientists Conclave | Utkrisht Yuva Mahila Vaigyanik Samman |
| International Women Day | Mahila Prayogdharmi Samman |
Eligibility
To take part, you should meet the following conditions:
- You must be a permanent resident of Uttarakhand.
- You should belong to the category of students, teachers, women, or science professionals.
Application Process
The selection for these honors is mostly based on merit and is done through district-level channels. The steps differ for each award:
STEP 1 - Bal Yuva Samagam: The District Education Officer picks the top five students per district based on their high school or 12th-grade marks under the Uttarakhand Board.
STEP 2 - Teacher/Science Conclave: You should watch for newspaper advertisements when the Vigyan Prasar Samman calls for entries from science educators across the state.
STEP 3 - Women Scientists Conclave: You should submit your entry when USERC invites applications through public notices for the Utkrisht Yuva Mahila Vaigyaanik Samman program.
STEP 4 - Mahila Prayogdharmi Samman: USERC scouts for women making good contributions to science in the state to honor them every year on International Women's Day.
Documents
You should prepare documents as per the Uttarakhand Science Education and Research Centre rules specific to the award you are going for. Generally, this includes proof of residency, academic mark sheets for students, or proof of scientific contributions for professionals.
References
USERC Women Scientists Conclave news
FAQ's
Who is eligible to participate in this scheme?
Students, teachers, women, and the general public residing in Uttarakhand are welcome to participate.
What are the main conclaves organized under this scheme?
Key events include Bal Yuva Samagam, Teacher/Science Conclave, Women Scientists Conclave, and the Mahila Prayogdharmi Samman.
Who is honored in the Teacher/Science Conclave?
Science teachers and science-oriented educators serving in Uttarakhand are honored with the Vigyan Prasar Samman.
Which award is given in the Women Scientists Conclave?
Women scientists are awarded the Utkrisht Yuva Mahila Vaigyaanik Samman.
When is the Mahila Prayogdharmi Samman awarded?
This award is presented on International Women's Day to recognize women who integrate science into their work effectively.
How are students selected for Bal Yuva Samagam?
The District Education Officer selects the top five meritorious students from each district based on their performance in the Uttarakhand Board examinations (High School/12th Grade).
How are women scientists selected for the Utkrisht Yuva Mahila Vaigyaanik Samman?
You should apply when USERC announces the window in newspapers, after which they select and honor the deserving candidates.
What is the frequency of these conclaves?
USERC organizes these programs on an annual basis.
