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Introduction
The SWAYAM PRABHA initiative is a groundbreaking educational project in India, leveraging the power of Direct-to-Home (DTH) technology to provide high-quality educational content to a vast audience. With a network of 40 DTH channels, SWAYAM PRABHA offers a diverse range of academic subjects and vocational training programs, broadcasting content around the clock. The channels, utilizing the GSAT-15 satellite, ensure that students have access to new educational material for at least four hours daily, repeated five times, thereby allowing learners to choose viewing times that suit their schedules. This initiative is a collaborative effort, with content contributions from prestigious institutions like the Indian Institutes of Technology (IITs), University Grants Commission (UGC), Consortium for Educational Communication (CEC), and Indira Gandhi National Open University (IGNOU). The web portal for SWAYAM PRABHA is managed by the Information and Library Network (INFLIBNET) Centre.
Channel Overview ( Swayam Prabha Channel Lists )
CEC Channels
VAGEESH (Channel 01): Focuses on Language and Literature.
SANSKRITI (Channel 02): Covers History, Culture, and Philosophy.
PRABODH (Channel 03): Dedicated to Social and Behavioral Sciences.
SAARASWAT (Channel 04): Emphasizes Education and Home Science.
PRABANDHAN (Channel 05): Deals with Information, Communication, and Management Studies.
VIDHIK (Channel 06): Focuses on Law and Legal Studies.
KAUTILYA (Channel 07): Covers Economics and Commerce.
ARYABHATT (Channel 08): Dedicated to Physical and Earth Sciences.
SPANDAN (Channel 09): Emphasizes Life Sciences.
DAKSH (Channel 10): Focuses on Applied Sciences.
IGNOU Channels
Channel 11: Covers Social Sciences and Humanities.
Channel 12: Focuses on Basic and Applied Sciences.
Channel 13: Dedicated to Professional Education.
Channel 14: Highlights Open Universities and Gyandarshan.
Channel 15: Emphasizes Capacity Building and Teacher Education.
Channel 16: Covers Skill and Vocational Education.
IIT Channels
Channel 17 (IIT Bombay): Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering.
Channel 18 (IIT Bombay): Electronics and Communication Engineering.
Channel 19 (IIT Bombay): Electrical Engineering.
Channel 20 (IIT Bombay): Physics.
Channel 21 (IIT Delhi): Textile Engineering.
Channel 22 (IIT Delhi): IIT PAL.
Channel23 (IIT Gandhinagar): Civil Engineering.
Channel 24 (IIT Kanpur): Aeronautical Engineering.
Channel 25 (IIT Kanpur): Humanities and Social Sciences.
Channel 26 (IIT Kanpur): Management, Law, Economics; Business Analytics, Communication, Cooperative Management.
Channel 27 (IIT Kanpur): Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Design, Manufacturing E & T, and allied subjects.
Channel 28 (IIT Kanpur): Visual communications, Graphic design & Media technology.
Channel 29 (IIT Kharagpur): Architecture and Interior Design.
Channel 30 (IIT Kharagpur): Computer Sciences Engineering / IT & Related Branches.
Channel 31 (IIT Madras): Instrumentation Control, Biomedical and Engineering.
Channel 32 (IIT Madras): Bridge Courses and Impact Series.
Channel 33 (IIT Madras): Chemical Engineering, Nanotechnology, Environmental and Atmospheric Sciences.
Channel 34 (IIT Madras): Health Sciences.
Channel 35 (IIT Madras): Metallurgical and Material Science Engineering, Mining, and Ocean Engineering.
Channel 36 (IIT Madras): Skills and Logistics (IT-Enabled Sector, Banking, Financial and Insurance sector Skills, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, and Transportation, Life skills).
Channel 37 (IIT Tirupati): Chemistry, Biochemistry, and Food Processing Engineering.
Channel 38 (IIT Tirupati): Mathematics.
University of Hyderabad Channel
Channel 39: Performing Arts (Indian Classical Music and Dances), Theatre Arts, Film making, and Painting.
UGC/CEC Channel
Channel 40 (Vyas): Dedicated to Vyas - UGC.
Recent Developments
In a significant development, IGNOU has launched educational programs on the SWAYAM PRABHA platform in the Manipuri language. This initiative, inaugurated by Rajkumar Ranjan Singh, Minister of State for External Affairs and Education, is aimed at expanding educational access to learners in remote regions who prefer instruction in their native language. The launch event saw participation from over 700 students, educationists, and media personnel, alongside senior officials from IGNOU.
The new content for the Manipuri channel will follow the SWAYAM PRABHA model of providing a minimum of four hours of fresh educational content daily, repeated five times to accommodate students' varied schedules. Additionally, new studios have been established at IGNOU's Regional Centre in Imphal to support live transmissions, further enhancing the reach and quality of educational broadcasts.
Conclusion
SWAYAM PRABHA represents a monumental step in democratizing education in India, making high-quality learning resources accessible to a broad audience. By harnessing DTH technology and collaborating with top-tier educational institutions, this initiative is paving the way for inclusive and flexible learning opportunities across the country.
Multiple Choice Questions
1. What is the primary aim of the SWAYAM PRABHA initiative?
A. To provide entertainment content
B. To offer 24/7 telecast of educational programs
C. To broadcast news
D. To stream sports events
Correct Answer: B. To offer 24/7 telecast of educational programs
2. Which satellite is used for broadcasting SWAYAM PRABHA channels?
A. GSAT-15
B. INSAT-4B
C. GSAT-6
D. INSAT-3A
Correct Answer: A. GSAT-15
3. How many hours of new content does SWAYAM PRABHA provide daily?
A. 2 hours
B. 3 hours
C. 4 hours
D. 5 hours
Correct Answer: C. 4 hours
4. Which institution manages the web portal for SWAYAM PRABHA?
A. IIT Bombay
B. UGC
C. IGNOU
D. INFLIBNET Centre
Correct Answer: D. INFLIBNET Centre
5. Which theme is covered by Channel 01 (VAGEESH)?
A. History, Culture & Philosophy
B. Social & Behavioral Sciences
C. Language and Literature
D. Law and Legal Studies
Correct Answer: C. Language and Literature
6. Who launched the Manipuri language educational programs on SWAYAM PRABHA?
A. Prime Minister of India
B. President of India
C. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh
D. Minister of Education
Correct Answer: C. Rajkumar Ranjan Singh
7. How many DTH channels are part of the SWAYAM PRABHA network?
A. 20
B. 30
C. 40
D. 50
Correct Answer: C. 40
8. Which theme is covered by Channel 29 (IIT Kharagpur)?
A. Biotechnology and Biochemical Engineering
B. Economics and Commerce
C. Architecture and Interior Design
D. Performing Arts
Correct Answer: C. Architecture and Interior Design
9. Which institution contributes content to Channel 11?
A. IIT Delhi
B. IGNOU
C. IIT Bombay
D. University of Hyderabad
Correct Answer: B. IGNOU
10. Which theme is covered by Channel 39 (University of Hyderabad)?
A. Mathematics
B. Life Sciences
C. Performing Arts
D. Physics
Correct Answer: C. Performing Arts
( Sat, 31 Aug, 2024 )
