The Balasabhas are structured neighbourhood network of children. Each Sabha consist of 15 – 30 children in the age group of 5 – 15 years. The prime objective of constituting Balasabhas is to prevent inter-generational transmission of poverty through capability enhancement of children. Small Learning Groups for experimental and systematic learning, opportunities for understanding democratic process, participation in conserving environment, enabling children to unfold the intricacies of collectivisation are the basic focal points of Balasabha. At present, 52,127 Balasabhas, covering 8,95,551 children, creating glorious dimensions to the endeavour.
Bala Panchayats/Balanagarasabhas at the Panchayat/Nagarasabha level and Bala Parliament at District level serve as consortiums for the needs and demands of children. Open discussions on current affairs, Role plays, and Action research tools are appropriately used for maximum participation in Bala Panchayats. Since the Bala Panchayats/Bala Parliament aims at bringing children in the decision making process, a proper guidance mechanism with the help of resource persons is sought.
