Electoral Literacy Club
20/05/2025 2025-05-20 20:46Electoral Literacy Club
Electoral Literacy Club
AMJC’s Electoral Literacy Initiatives
Nurturing Informed, Responsible, and Ethical Voters
At AMJC, we believe that education goes beyond academics—it shapes individuals into active, responsible citizens. In line with this vision, the college has consistently undertaken electoral literacy initiatives that foster democratic awareness and civic participation among students and the broader community.
While the college is currently in the process of registering with the Electoral Literacy Club (ELC) network under the SVEEP (Systematic Voters’ Education and Electoral Participation) initiative of the Election Commission of India, electoral awareness has long been embedded in our institutional culture. Efforts are ongoing to establish formal coordination with SVEEP authorities and designate official nodal officers. This step is seen as vital to strengthening our institutional commitment to structured, sustained voter education.
Ongoing Initiatives and Campus Engagement
While a formal ELC structure is under development, various academic departments, student clubs, and extension units have actively championed electoral literacy through:
Voter Registration Drives
Organized periodically to assist students and community members in registering as voters, with support in form-filling and submission processes.
National Voters' Day Celebrations
Annual events including competitions, pledge-taking, and interactive sessions to emphasize the importance of voting.
Awareness Campaigns and Competitions
Poster making, essay writing, and drawing contests on themes such as ethical voting and informed electoral participation.
Social Media Outreach
Digital campaigns encouraging youth participation during key election periods, especially the 2024 Lok Sabha elections.
Collaborations with NSS and Other Units
Joint programs highlighting civic responsibilities, including the rights of marginalized groups such as first-generation voters, women, and differently-abled persons.
Integrating Democratic Values into Student Life
The college’s electoral literacy efforts are supported by complementary activities such as:
Youth Parliament Program
The college simulate parliamentary roles and debates, promoting awareness of governance and the legislative process.
Patriotic Observances
Republic Day, Independence Day, Kargil Vijay Diwas, Constitution Day, and other nationally significant days are observed to emphasize civic values and encourage voter participation.
Curriculum and Co-curricular Synergy
Topics related to democracy, civic responsibility, and public policy are addressed through seminars, student research, and field-based activities. Such topics are also offered through Value-added courses.
Towards Formalization and Future Readiness
AMJC is committed to formalizing its Electoral Literacy Club through:
Continued liaison with SVEEP authorities to complete registration and designation of nodal officers.
Institutional planning to build a structured ELC once official authorization is received.
Encouraging cross-departmental participation to sustain and scale existing awareness initiatives.
Through these collective efforts, AMJC continues to uphold its vision of preparing students not only for careers, but also for citizenship rooted in integrity, inclusion, and civic responsibility
