to provide a forum for children to pursue their natural curiosity and inventiveness to quench their thirst for creativity;
to make children feel that science is all around us and we can gain knowledge as well as solve many problems also by relating the learning process to the physical and social environment;
to lay emphasis on the development of science and technology as a major instrument for achieving goals of self-reliance and socio-economic and socio-ecological development;
to highlight the role of science and technology for producing good quality and environmental friendly materials for the use of society;
to encourage children to visualise future of the nation and help them become sensitive and responsible citizens;
to analyse how science has developed and is affected by many diverse individuals, cultures, societies and environment;
to develop critical thinking about global issues to maintain healthy and sustainable societies in today's environment;
to apply mathematics and information technology to visualize and solve problems pertaining to everyday life etc.;
to appreciate the role of science in meeting the challenges of life such as climate change, opening new avenues in the area of agriculture, fertilizer, food processing, biotechnology, green energy, disaster management, information and communication technology, astronomy, transport, games and sports etc.; and
to create awareness about environmental issues and concerns and inspiring children to devise innovative ideas towards their mitigation.
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