The National Service Scheme owes its origin to the philosophy of Mahatma Gandhi, who believed that the first duty of the students was not to treat their period of study as an opportunity for intellectual luxury, but to prepare themselves for final dedication in the service of society. In the post-independence era, the University Grants Commission headed by Dr. S. Radhakrishnan recommended introduction of National Service Scheme in the academic institutions on a voluntary basis with a view to developing healthy contacts between the students and teachers on the one hand and establishing a constructive linkagebetween the campus and the community on the other hand.
The National Service Scheme (NSS) was launched on September 24, 1969 in order to promote social consciousness, a sense ofresponsibility, and a sense of discipline and dignity of labour among college students. The scheme utilizes the leisure time betweencollege studies of students, in various item of social service, which not only helps the community, but also develop the personalityof students.The Moto of NSS “Not Me But You”, reflects the ssence of democra_c living and upholds the need for self-less service. NSShelps the students, develop appreciation to other person’s point of view and also show consideration to other living beings.