National Cadet Corps
Nov 20, 2024
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News:
Recently, the National Cadet Corps (NCC) celebrated its 76th Anniversary on November 26, 2023.
About:
The National Cadets Corps came into existence under the National Cadet Corps Act XXXI of 1948 (passed in April, 1948; came into existence on 16th July, 1948).
What is/are the Aim(s) of NCC?
- To develop character, commandership, discipline, leadership, secular outlook, spirit of adventure and the ideals of selfless service amongst the youth of the country.
- To create a human resource of organized, trained and motivate youth to provide leadership in all walks of life and always available for the service of the nation.
- To provide a suitable environment to motivate the youth to take up a career in the Armed Forces.
“Unity and Discipline” as motto for the NCC was taken in the 12th CAC meeting held on 12 Oct 1980.
It is headed by the Director General (DG), an Army officer of the rank of Lieutenant General.
As per tradition, NCC day is being celebrated across India and pan-India ‘Blood Donation Camp’ are being organized.
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