A graduation is the awarding of a diploma by an educational institution . It may also refer to the ceremony that is associated with it, which can also be called commencement , congregation , convocation or invocation . The date of the graduation ceremony is often called graduation day . Graduates can be referred to by their year of graduation.
60-639: Lucknow Christian College is a graduate and post-graduate college located in Golaganj, Lucknow , Uttar Pradesh , India . It is affiliated with the University of Lucknow . Lucknow Christian College was established in 1862. It is an Institute run by N.G.O. named Lucknow Christian College Society. It has undergraduate courses in Arts, Commerce and Science and Post-graduate courses in Chemistry, English, & Commerce. Over
120-661: A graduation ceremony. The procedures and traditions surrounding academic graduation ceremonies differ around the world. In the United Kingdom a graduation usually only occurs at university level. Whereas in the United States and many other countries, graduations also occur at high schools where no higher education qualifications are awarded to the graduates. In Sweden , most universities are research-oriented and may present their students with bachelor's, master's, and doctor's degrees covering all academic streams. Universities across
180-586: A keen interest in the growth of the NCC. Following the 1962 Sino-Indian War , to meet the requirement of the Nation, NCC training was made compulsory in 1963. This was discontinued in 1968, when the Corps was again made voluntary. During Indo-Pakistani war of 1965 & Bangladesh-Pakistani war of 1971 , NCC cadets were the second line of defence. They organized camps to assist ordnance factories , supplying arms and ammunition to
240-435: A large auditorium, spacious and well-maintained lecture theatres, playing fields, basketball court, volleyball court, tennis court, athletic tracks and gymnasium. A Computer Centre was set up in 1992 wherein students avail themselves of the opportunity to take computer training under the able guidance of the computer experts. The college also provides its students the facilities of Career Counselling and Placement Cell, offered by
300-425: A number of aviation-related disciplines such as Microlight Flying, Aero Modelling, Skeet Shooting, .22 Rifle Firing, Drill and written tests of various subjects related to flying. Basically this camp is the culmination of various NCC training activities conducted amongst 16 directorates to decide the champion directorate. On the first day all the cadets were briefed by the camp commandant regarding camp. Each day there
360-589: A period of 150 years of its existence the college has contributed immensely to Indian society with its impressive alumni comprising academics, politicians, bureaucrats and other distinguished citizens. The college was established much before the Lucknow University came into existence, and hence was affiliated to the Calcutta University in its early days. In 1857 and 1912, the Centennial School (which
420-464: A pioneer educationist missionary in Lucknow. It was later shifted to Inayat Bagh, now a part of college campus, and was raised to the level of high school in 1882. In 1877 and 1888, the Centennial School (which was raised to high school in 1882) and Reid Christian Intermediate College were established respectively. In 1889 the college was allowed to start degree classes in arts and science. Keeping in view
480-469: A reflection of 'mini India'. The camp is visited by a number of dignitaries, including DDG and many other army and air force officials. NSC is one of the golden camps of NCC, its part of naval wing and conducted under the Indian navy. This centrally organised Naval Camp is conducted annually for selected Naval Wing Cadets. Boat pulling, semaphore, whaler rigging,firing,drill competitions are the main attraction of
540-434: A smaller college or departmental ceremonies, or even through the mail. Ceremonies often include a procession of some of the academic staff, candidates, and a valediction . The students typically wear formal academic dress , such as square academic caps and gowns. The academic staff will usually also wear academic dress at the ceremony, as will the trustees (if applicable). When a student graduates without attending
600-569: A state university in Zimbabwe can claim to have shaken the President's hand. The person most associated with graduation at those institutions is Zimbabwe's late ex-president Robert Mugabe . At other state institutions of higher learning, the vice presidents or other senior government officials may preside. Otherwise, in countries like Argentina and Uruguay , enthusiasm prevails over moderation, as well as taking part in an authentic carnival as part of
660-639: A successor to the University Officers Training Corps (UOTC) which was established by the Government of India in 1942. During World War II , the UOTC never came up to the expectations set by the British. This led to the idea that some better schemes should be formed, which could train more young men in a better way, even during peace. The first Prime Minister of India, Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru presided over
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#1732881001980720-521: Is a 12-day camp conducted in Delhi every year in the late autumn, in which the cadets are selected from all 17 directorates (30+3 SD / JD and SW / JW cadets from each directorate), by the selection procedure conducting 3 pre-TSC camps each of 10–12 days in a week interval. The selected cadets then are sent to the TSC to represent their respective directorates in the following competitions: The All India Vayu Sainik Camp
780-515: Is based on total marks obtained will be awarded as follows. Grading 'A' – Cadets obtaining 80% marks and above, Grading 'B' – Cadets obtaining 65% marks and above but below 80%, Grading 'C' – Cadets obtaining 50% marks and above but below 65%, Fail – Cadets obtaining less than 45% in any paper or less than 50% in aggregate. Before the RDC, all group headquarters participate in the IGC (Inter-Group Competition). After
840-460: Is closed for a vacation. Every cadet of the Senior and Junior Division has undergo service training for a minimum period of 75% of total hours during the annual college and school session. Every cadet (in case of JD, who has completed one full year of training and is in his second year) attends an annual training camp of 9–10 days, also known as National Combined Annual Training Camp. For SD/SW the duration
900-405: Is compulsory for all cadets, except Sikh cadets who wear a rifle green turban. For physical training, cadets wear brown canvas shoes, and for drill, they wear black leather shoes called D.M.S (Drill March Shoes). Woolen sweaters are compulsory in cold areas. The colour of these sweaters vary: they are rifle green for the army,black for the navy, and navy blue for the air force. All wear hackles with
960-425: Is conducted 6 times in various places throughout India. A cadet must have completed Basic Leadership Camp in order to qualify for this camp. In this camp the officers give cadets training for SSB screening and entrance. These camps are conducted by the NCC in collaboration with Indian Army , as the willing cadets are attached to a specific army battalion undergoing the training period of 10–15 days each. In this camp,
1020-524: Is gown and hood, or hats adapted from the daily dress of university staff in the Middle Ages , which was in turn based on the attire worn by medieval clergy. The tradition of wearing graduation hats in Sweden has been in place since the mid-eighteenth century. The cap is typically a white sailor hat with a black or dark blue band around it, a crown motif, and a black peak at the front. The graduation hat tradition
1080-1008: Is located in Delhi. The organisational structure continues as follows: In all there are 96 Group Headquarters in the country who exercise control over a network of 700 Army wing units (including technical and girls unit), 73 Naval wing units and 64 Air Squadrons. There are two training establishments namely Officers Training School, Kamptee (Nagpur, Maharashtra) and Women Officers Training School, Gwalior. Besides this Vice Chancellor's of various universities across India are conferred with honorary rank of commandant in NCC, to promote and support NCC in their respective University. These 17 directorates are divided into 837 units. These units divided into three service groups Army, Naval and Air. Out of those are 700 Army units, 73 Naval and 64 Air units. Types of Army NCC units and their numbers are given below : However, each unit can have up to 24 troops of senior division boys expanding their strength to 2400 cadets but this
1140-554: Is maximum limit. JD boys and JW girls are given ranks up to Company Sergeant Major (CSM) in the Army Wing. Only SD boys and SW girls are given ranks above CSM in the Army Wing. In the Air Force and Navy Wings JD boys and JW girls are given ranks up to Cadet Warrant Officer/Petty Officer Cadet only and SD boys and SW girls are given ranks above Cadet Warrant Officer/Petty Officer Cadet. The NCC directorates are headed by service officers of
1200-413: Is provided to outstation candidates admitted to the following professional courses only (D.P.Ed./ B.P.Ed./M.P.Ed.(Final year) & B.Ed.) However Church sponsored candidates (outstation candidates only) admitted in any faculty of the college may be considered for Hostel accommodation. A beautiful Chapel was constructed in 1952 and was dedicated to the memory of Bishop Chitambar, the first Indian Principal of
1260-461: Is the "dogwatch" wherein two cadets are to stay on sentry duty for two hours at any time given time of the day. Those caught sleeping, especially during late night or early morning shifts, or otherwise missing from duty are severely reprimanded or penalized. Cadets are also introduced to weapons such as a .22 caliber rifle. They are also given tasks of serving food to fellow cadets. EBSB is to propagate national integration among cadets and society.'Only
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#17328810019801320-723: Is the main attraction of the camp. It is generally held at Naval Base INS Chilika at Odisha. Eight rock climbing camps are held each year to expose the cadets to the basics of elementary rock climbing and to inculcate spirit of adventure amongst cadets. Four of these camps are held at Gwalior in Madhya Pradesh and other four camps at Nayyardam near Trivandrum in Kerala. Naval wing syllabus is common for both boys and girls. During sea training naval subjects like Seamanship, Navigation, Communication, Gunnery, Damage Control and Ship Safety are taught to cadets. Swimming, Scuba Diving and Wind Surfing are
1380-478: Is the most prestigious and glorious camp of the NCC air wing. This time AIVSC was held at Air Force Station at Jodhpur in Rajasthan. In-fact, representing at NATIONAL level itself gives you enough power & confidence. The AIVSC is the apex training camp of NCC and is designed to expose the cadets to a strenuous military way of life, in addition to rousing their competitive spirits by pitting them against their peers in
1440-400: Is usually for up to 30 days. At the end of the camp training the cadets receive a certificate of successful completion. There are Three Certificates in NCC. Below describes about it from lower value to higher value:- Three certificates are awarded: 'A' grade, 'B' grade, 'C' grade. A cadet has to obtain 45% marks in each paper & 50% marks in the aggregate to pass the examination. Grading
1500-612: The Army , the Navy and the Air Force . Cadets are given basic military training in small arms and drill. Officers and cadets have no liability for active military service once they complete their course. The NCC in India was formed in 1948. It can be traced back to the ‘University Corps’, which was created under the Indian Defence Act 1917, with the objective to make up for a shortage of personnel in
1560-707: The Army. In 1920, when the Indian Territorial Act was passed, the ‘University Corps’ was replaced by the University Training Corps (UTC). The aim was to raise the status of the UTC and make it more attractive to the youth. UTC Officers and cadets wear Army uniform. It was a significant step towards the 'Indianisation' of the Indian armed forces. It was renamed the UOTC so the National Cadet Corps can be considered
1620-544: The Christian College of Physical Education was established in 1932. Lucknow Christian college is known for its commerce faculty. In the year 2004 it was ranked 9th in the list of top 10 colleges for commerce by India Today magazine. Founded in 1862 as a tiny school in the Husainabad area of the old city of Lucknow , the college has a long and proud history. Husainabad School House was established by Rev. J. H. Messmore,
1680-611: The College. In 1962, the year of the centenary of the college, the Mathews Hall, which houses the college library and the administrative offices, was completed. The foundation of the Centenary Social Centre was laid in 1962 to commemorate the historic occasion. This was completed in 1966. The Thacore Block, an additional block to house Physics Department, was completed in 1967. The college also boasts of well-equipped laboratories,
1740-728: The Department of Statistics came into existence. Ever since the project for a college was mooted in 1866, an extensive building work was undertaken. The Reid Hall was erected in 1891 while the Fairfield Hall and Badley Block were built in 1912 and 1921, respectively. To cater to the needs of resident scholars the Osmon Caldwell Hostel (O.C.Hostel) was constructed in 1908, followed by the Charles Lysander Bare Hostel (C.L. Bare Hostel) in 1915. However, presently accommodation
1800-575: The Girls Division was formed in order to provide equal opportunities to school and college-going girls. The NCC was given an inter-service image in 1950 when the Air Wing was added, followed by the Naval Wing in 1952. In the same year, the NCC curriculum was extended to include community development/social service activities as a part of the NCC syllabus at the behest of Late Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru who took
1860-560: The IGC, the selected cadets are trained by the drill instructors of the Indian Army and they are given rigorous military training and drill training daily until the time comes when the cadets have to depart to Delhi to represent their respective states. The National Cadet Corps maintains two cadet bands : the Boys Band of the NCC and the Girls Band of the NCC. They are commonly formed up during
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1920-632: The NCC Republic Day Camp in late January, during which the bands participate in the Republic Day Parade on 26 January and the Prime Minister's Rally on 28 Biggest camps of N.C.C. Combined Annual Training Camps (CATC) In the CATCs, the boys (senior and junior divisions) and girl cadets (senior and junior wings) of a particular NCC unit participate in the 10-day camp. Classes are conducted as per
1980-460: The NCC cadets received was reduced and greater importance was given to social service and youth management. The discussion for the motto of NCC was started in 11th central advisory meeting (CAC) held on 11 August 1978. At that time there were many mottos in mind like "Duty and wisdom"; "Duty, Unity and Discipline"; "Duty and Unity"; "Unity and Discipline". Later, at the 12th CAC meeting on 12 Oct 1980 they selected and declared "Unity and discipline" as
2040-605: The Senior Division (Navy) are attached to the 1st Training Squadron of the Indian Navy, for a period of 30–45 days, wherein they are trained in Naval Subjects and Practical Seamanship as well as travel to friendly foreign nations on Goodwill Missions. A total of 10-20 cadets are selected to represent the National Cadet Corps, for this camp. The Director-Generals of the NCC held the rank of major-general from 1951 until 1983, when
2100-534: The UGC. The National Cadet Corps (NCC) and the National Service Scheme (NSS) are integral parts of the college programme, open to all students. A large number of residential staff add to the family atmosphere of the college. The college with its beautiful locale offers easy accessibility to Lucknow city railway station and Kaiserbagh Bus Stand. Graduation Ceremonies for graduating students date from
2160-522: The University of Calcutta. And it was only in the year 1922, the year when Lucknow University came into existence, that the degree classes were transferred to the Canning College of Lucknow University. However, B.Sc. and B.A. classes were restored in 1946 and 1956, respectively. In 1973 the faculty of commerce was added to the undergraduate programme of the college. On the basis of the qualifications of
2220-409: The beret. Total training period for SD and SW is 3 years with an extension of 1 year permissible & training period for JD & JW is of 2 years. Every cadet of the Senior or Junior Division has to undergo service training for a period of at least 4 hours per week during the training year. However, no training is carried out during periods when the college or school through which a cadet is enrolled
2280-451: The best cadets in drills and marching are sent to represent their states.'This camp is considered for SSLC and higher secondary course (+2) grace marks. These camps are conducted on All-India basis and help bridge the cultural gap among various States of India. In addition, there are six special EBSB campings conducted at Leh , Nagrota (J&K), Chakabama (NER, Nagaland ), Srinagar , Lakshadweep and Port Blair . Advance Leadership Camp
2340-431: The cadets are trained by the instructors of the particular regiment, in the military tactics including day/night warfare & also get familiar with the small arms and heavy weapon systems and are introduced to regimental traditions and customs in infantry regiments and service traditions in other arms and services. Adventurous treks and hikes up mountains take place, with expeditions to local mountains and hills. The TSC
2400-402: The camp.The competition is conducted from IGC(inter group completion), PRE NSC 1,2,3 and AINSC.It is generally held at Naval Maritime Academy (NAMAC) at Mumbai but started to be held at Karwar from 2014.The coming NSC 2023 is going to be held at INS Shivaji,Lonavala Mumbai from 13 October. This centrally organised Naval Camp is conducted annually for selected Naval Wing Cadets. Yachting (Sailing)
2460-399: The celebration that is mostly spontaneous, anarchic, and barely planned in the middle of the streets: hundreds of graduates, familiars and friends gather in an open place, carrying alcoholic drinks, eggs, flour and other messy food; pelting it all over the graduates; whereas the party is public and open to excesses that carry the complaints of all sorts of commerce, neighbours and authorities in
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2520-481: The country are based through the Higher Education Ordinance. Most of the national programs provide Swedish, English, math and science among degree courses. In Zimbabwe , graduation ceremonies are often associated with the guest of honor who most often is the ceremonial head of the institution. At state universities the president of the country officiates as chancellor and guest of honor. Every graduate of
2580-486: The first universities in Europe in the twelfth century. At that time, Latin was the language of scholars. A universitas was a guild of masters (such as MAs) with license to teach. "Degree" and "graduate" come from gradus , meaning "step". The first step was admission to a bachelor's degree. The second step was the masters step, giving the graduate admission to the universitas and license to teach. Typical dress for graduation
2640-1037: The following ranks according to their seniority and their training. Army NCC cadets wear khaki uniforms, Naval NCC cadets wear the white uniform and Air Force NCC cadets wear grey uniforms. The uniform is compulsory at all meetings and training of the NCC. Cadets from SD boys Army wing wear khaki full sleeve shirts and trousers. Cadets from JD wear a khaki shirt and khaki shorts. Girl cadets from SW and JW both wear khaki full sleeve shirts and trousers. Cadets from SD boys Naval wing wear white half sleeve shirts and white trousers and JD boys wear half sleeve white shirts and white shorts. Girls from Naval wing SW and JW wear white half sleeve shirts and trousers. Cadets from SD boys Air wing wear light blue half sleeve shirts and trousers & JD cadets wear light blue half sleeve shirts and trousers. Girls from SW and JW wear light blue half sleeve shirts and trousers. In addition to these uniforms, SW and JW cadets wear white Shalwar kameezes during activities other than when on parade. A rifle green beret
2700-512: The front and also were used as patrol parties to capture enemy paratroopers. The NCC cadets also worked hand in hand with the Civil defense authorities and actively took part in rescue works and traffic control. After the 1965 and 1971 wars, the NCC syllabus was revised. Rather than just being a second line of defence, the revised NCC syllabus laid greater stress on developing qualities of leadership and officer like qualities. The military training which
2760-501: The function of raising the first NCC Unit at Delhi on the last Sunday of Nov. 1948. This day is traditionally celebrated as the 'NCC Day'. A committee headed by H. N. Kunzru recommended a cadet organization to be established in schools and universities at a national level. The soldier youth foundation Act was accepted by the Governor General , and on the 15th of July 1950 the soldier youth foundation came into existence. In 1949,
2820-399: The given syllabus wherein certain aspects of NCC training are taught once again. The camp acts as a refresher training for the cadets and they are also trained in basic skills of survival and emergencies besides other topics. They are taught certain skills pertaining specifically to their Wing for e.g., a Naval cadet is trained in boat-rowing, oaring, Semaphore, etc. Another activity in the camp
2880-504: The graduation ceremony, then it is called graduation in absentia . In the United States and Israel , completing high school is also referred to as "graduating", with a high school diploma or, in Israel, a Bagrut certificate. Graduations from high school typically occur between the months of June and August. Oftentimes, completing middle school or kindergarten is also marked by
2940-641: The motto for the NCC. In living up to its motto, the NCC strives to be and is one of the greatest cohesive forces of the nation, bringing together the youth hailing from different parts of the country and molding them into united and disciplined citizens of the nation". The NCC is headed by the Director General (DG), an officer of three-star rank . The DG is assisted by two Additional Director Generals (A and B) of two-star rank (major-general, rear-admiral or air vice-marshal). Five Brigadier level officers and other civil officials also assist him. The Headquarters
3000-526: The need of the professional courses, Teachers' Training College was established in 1932 and, in the same year, under the leadership of Mr. E. W. Ted Mumby, a pioneer of physical education in Northern India, the College of Physical Education was established. Lucknow Christian College in fact is older than the Lucknow University itself. Till 1921 the degree classes, which began in 1889, were affiliated to
3060-474: The one who is in direct contact with the cadets all throughout the year. There are two training establishments namely Officers Training Academy, Kamptee and Officers Training Academy, Gwalior. These two institutions train the school and college teachers selected to head the company/troop. Courses in these institutions range from 21 days to 90 days in duration. "ANOs are commissioned in NCC and not compare in regular Armed forces". Associate NCC officers are given
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#17328810019803120-630: The other interesting activities. Gliding, Microlite Flying (generally the Zenith STOL CH 701 ) and attachment training with air force stations and establishments are the main activities. 100 Pipistrel Virus SW 80 on order. The aim of YEP is a country-to-country exchange of cadets belonging to NCC or other equivalent government or youth organizations of friendly countries and participation in various activities and appreciation of each other's socio-economic and cultural realities. More than 150 cadets proceed abroad on YEP annually. A select few cadets from
3180-408: The rank of Lieutenant Colonel/ Major. A cadre of whole time lady officers (WTLO) with cadre strength 110 officers has been sanctioned in 1995. They are to be commissioned partly through departmental channel and partly through UPSC in a phased manner. ANO is an important link in the NCC organization between the battalion and the cadets. As a matter of fact, ANO is the feeder node of NCC since they are
3240-511: The rank of major general and equivalent; group headquarters are headed by service officers of the rank of brigadiers and equivalent. Regular NCC (Army Wing) units are commanded by officers of the rank of Colonel (selection grade); independent NCC Units (Army) are commanded by service officer of the rank of colonel (TS)/lieutenant colonel/major or equivalent. They are responsible for proper training, planning and execution of NCC activities. In addition, each battalion also has an Administration Officer of
3300-611: The teaching faculty, performance in university examinations, library resources, and other merits, Lucknow Christian College was selected by the University Grants Commission (UGC) for the College Science Improvement Programme (COSIP) and the College Humanities and Social Sciences Improvement Programme (COHSSIP) in 1976 and 1977, respectively, to bring about qualitative improvement in teaching at
3360-401: The undergraduate level. In 1995, UGC sponsored vocational courses, viz. computer applications for B.Sc. students and advertisement, sales promotion and sales management for B.Com. students, were introduced. In 1996, the college made great strides as it was upgraded to the postgraduate level by starting M.P.Ed. classes, followed by M.A. (English) and M.Sc. (chemistry) classes in 1997. In 1998
3420-516: The zone due to the concentration of public disorder and filth that lasts until the aftermath and overwhelms the municipal services. National Cadet Corps (India) The National Cadet Corps (NCC) is the youth wing of the Indian Armed Forces with its headquarters in New Delhi, India . It is open to school and college students on voluntary basis as a Tri-Services Organisation, comprising
3480-455: Was an activity either it was any competition or any other. Apart from these events one day was decided to give A visit to Air Force Station, Jodhpur where cadets see and learn how various fighter planes and helicopters works, Luckily cadets also got opportunity to fly in an Indian Air Force Mi-17 helicopter and Pipistrel microlight aircraft and also got chance to visit glorious places of interest in and around Jodhpur. The camp, in fact, portrays
3540-534: Was initially adopted by students at Uppsala University . The headgear then became popular across several other European nations as well. Usually, the ceremony and name apply to university or college degrees: Associate's , Bachelor's , Master's and Doctoral degrees. In a graduation ceremony for a college or university, the presiding officer or other authorized person formally confers degrees upon candidates, either individually or en masse . However, some graduates may physically receive their diploma later at
3600-439: Was raised to high school in 1882) and Reid Christian Intermediate College were established respectively. In 1889 the college was allowed to start degree classes in arts and science. In view of the need for professional courses, a Teachers' Training College was established in 1932 and was named Christian Training College, in the same year, under the leadership of Mr. E. W. Ted Mumby, a pioneer of physical education in northern India,
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