The Mera Yuva Bharat (MY Bharat) platform, under the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, has set a Guinness World Record for the “Most Users to Take an Online Quiz in One Week.” The record was established during the Viksit Bharat Young Leaders’ Dialogue (VBYLD) Quiz, which saw 390,812 unique, verified completions between October 25 and October 31.
Scale of Engagement
- Participation: The broader campaign reached over 50.42 lakh youth across all states and UTs.
- Portal Reach: Since its inception, the MY Bharat digital directory has registered over 2.19 crore active youth participants.
- Objective: The campaign aimed to align youth aspirations with the national goal of becoming a developed nation by the centenary of independence (Viksit Bharat@2047).
About MY Bharat Platform
- Launch: Established on National Unity Day (October 31, 2023).
- Structure: An autonomous body functioning as a “phygital” (physical + digital) ecosystem.
- Key Pillars: Experiential learning, community volunteering, and bridging youth aspirations with government initiatives.
- Target Demographic: Specifically focuses on individuals aged 15–29 years, aligning with the National Youth Policy.
IASPOINT Booster Facts
- Comparison: Unlike the NYKS (rural focus) and NSS (student-based), MY Bharat acts as a centralized technology-driven platform for all youth.
- National Youth Day: Celebrated annually on January 12 to mark the birth anniversary of Swami Vivekananda.
- Yuva Portal: A separate Ministry of Science and Technology initiative connecting young startups with stakeholders.