The Rovers and Rangers constitute the senior students’ division of the global Scouts and Guides movement, specifically targeting those enrolled in higher education institutions. This division is gender-specific, with ‘Rovers’ crews comprising male volunteers and ‘Rangers’ teams comprising female volunteers. The Scouts and Guides movement, established in 1907 by Lord Baden-Powell, is an educational and voluntary organization for young people. It is characterized by its non-political nature and its commitment to inclusivity, welcoming individuals regardless of their origin, race, or creed. The movement’s principles and methods align with the vision of its founder, emphasizing voluntary participation based on personal choice and a commitment to the fundamental values of Scouting and Guiding.
In India, the movement is represented by the Bharat Scouts and Guides, an organization registered under the Societies Registration Act of 1860. It maintains a stance of being entirely voluntary, non-political, and secular. The National Headquarters of the Bharat Scouts and Guides was initially located at the Regal Building in Connaught Place, New Delhi, before relocating in 1963 to its current premises at Lakshmi Mazumdar Bhawan, 16 Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Indraprastha Estate, New Delhi -110002.
