In order to develop democratic ethos in the younger generation the Ministry conducts youth parliament Competition in various categories of schools and colleges/universities. The youth parliament Scheme was first introduced in the Schools in Delhi in 1966-67. Kendriya Vidyalayas located in and around Delhi were incorporated into the ongoing Scheme for Delhi Schools in 1978. Subsequently, as separate scheme of youth parliament for Kendriya Vidyalayas at the National Level was launched in 1988. Similarly, in 1997-98, two new youth Parliament Schemes at the national level, one for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas and the other for Universities/Colleges were launched.

During 2006-07, the 41st Youth Parliament Competition for Delhi Schools was completed and 46 schools participated. The 19th National Youth Parliament Competition for Kendriya Vidyalayas was held and 90 Kendriya Vidyalayas participated. The 10th National Youth Parliament Competition for Jawahar Navodaya Vidyalayas is in progress. The Eighth National Youth Parliament Competition for Universities/Colleges is also in progress.