In India, Scout and Guide uniforms follow specific guidelines as prescribed by the Bharat Scouts and Guides (BSG). Here’s a breakdown of how to properly wear the uniforms for both Scouts (Boys) and Guides (Girls):
Scout Uniform (Boys)
- Shirt:
- Steel grey color, full sleeves or half sleeves.
- Two pockets with flaps and shoulder epaulettes.
- BSG Logo on the right sleeve.
- Trousers:
- Navy blue color, full length (no jeans allowed).
- Clean and well-fitted.
- Headgear:
- Dark blue beret cap.
- BSG metal badge in front.
- Neckerchief:
- Triangular scarf in group color, worn around the neck.
- Held with a woggle or slide (made of leather or cord).
- Belt:
- Black leather belt with a BSG buckle.
- Shoes & Socks:
- Black shoes with navy blue socks (rolled up below the knee).
- Badges:
- Proficiency, Patrol, and other achievement badges stitched on the left sleeve or chest as instructed.
- Membership badge worn above the left pocket.
Guide Uniform (Girls)
- Shirt:
- Light blue color, half or full sleeves.
- Two pockets with flaps.
- Skirt / Salwar:
- Navy blue skirt (knee-length) or salwar as per choice or local custom.
- Headgear:
- Dark blue beret cap.
- BSG metal badge pinned on the front.
- Neckerchief:
- Triangular scarf of the patrol’s color, tied at the neck.
- Secured with a woggle or slide.
- Belt:
- Black leather belt with the BSG buckle.
- Shoes & Socks:
- Black shoes with white socks, properly pulled up.
- Badges:
- Membership badge above the left pocket.
- Proficiency and other badges according to the BSG guidelines.
Common Accessories
- Membership card: Carried by each scout and guide.
- Nameplate: Optional, if instructed by the troop/group leader.
- Whistle: Scouts often carry a whistle with a lanyard around the neck.
Grooming and Maintenance
- The uniform must be clean and ironed.
- Shoes should be polished.
- Proper grooming (short hair for boys, neatly tied hair for girls) is essential.
- Respect for the uniform reflects discipline and pride.
