Welcome to Scouting
About Us
The Genesis of Scouting and Guiding in the World
The Bharat Scouts and Guides is a voluntary, non-political, and secular organization registered under the Societies Registration Act, with its Karnataka State headquarters in Bengaluru.
The Scout Movement began in 1907 when Robert Baden-Powell conducted an experimental camp with 21 boys at Brownsea Island. Its success, along with his book Scouting for Boys (1908), laid the foundation of the movement.
A major milestone followed with the 1909 rally at Crystal Palace, attended by around 11,000 Scouts. The participation of girls at this event led to the creation of the Girl Guides Movement in 1910, with the support of Agnes Baden-Powell.
Youth Programs
Bunny
Cub / Bulbul
Scout / Guide
Rover / Ranger
Bunny programme is based on four sign posts namely:
- Love for God
- Love for Nature
- Creative Activities &
- Learning to play together
The Cub salute is a gesture of respect, made with the right hand.
It is all about helping young people grow into confident, responsible, and capable individuals. Through fun activities like camping, hiking, and community service, it teaches valuable life skills like teamwork, leadership, and problem-solving.
The Scout sign is given by raising the right hand in level with the shoulder, palm to the front with three fingers stretched together and the thumb closing on the little finger. The Scout Movement is a global youth development initiative founded by Lord Baden-Powell with the aim of building character, developing skills, and promoting citizenship.
A Rover Aspirant can be invested as a Rover only after completion of fifteen years of age.
It is the senior sections in Scouting for young men (Rovers), typically aged 15+ to 25 years. Both focus on leadership, community service, outdoor activities, and personal development.
