GEMA International Student Speaker Competition 2026

Speak with Confidence. Inspire with Your Voice.

GEMA is organizing the International Student Speaker Competition 2026, an international public speaking competition conducted through recorded video submissions.

The competition aims to develop students' communication and public speaking skills while encouraging them to express their thoughts with confidence, clarity and creativity.


Students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 can participate and showcase their ability to communicate ideas, develop leadership qualities and inspire others.

Categories and Topics

CategoryTopic
Nursery / Preparatory / Kindergarten / Below Grade 1Why I Love My Family
Grades 1–3If I Could Invent One Law
Grades 4–6Is Competition Good or Harmful?
Grades 7–9Can Artificial Intelligence Replace Human Creativity?
Grades 10–12Is Academic Success Overrated?

How Will Entries Be Judged?

Entries will be evaluated on the following criteria:

CriteriaMarks
Content / Substance25
Oratory Skills25
Presentation Skills20
Clarity of Thought20
Confidence10
Total100

Prizes and Certificates

  • One winner in each category will receive a Trophy and Certificate.

  • Five additional Inspiring and Outstanding Videos in each category will receive Medals and Certificates.

  • Every participant will receive a Certificate.

Participation Fee

INR 500 per entry

Important Date

Last Date for Registration and Submission: 31 October 2026

The competition provides students with an opportunity to develop their voice, express their ideas and gain valuable experience in public speaking.

Speak. Express. Inspire.

Let your ideas be heard and your voice inspire others.




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International Abacus Olympiad 2026

The International Abacus Olympiad 2026 provides students with an opportunity to demonstrate their mental calculation, numerical skills and abacus proficiency in an online international competition.

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International Scratch Olympiad 2026

Water – Every Drop Matters

Welcome to the International Scratch Olympiad 2026, a global competition where young innovators can turn their creativity into code using Scratch, the block-based programming platform developed by MIT.

The competition gives students an opportunity to demonstrate their programming skills, problem-solving abilities and creativity through engaging Scratch projects.

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GEMA International Short Story Writing Competition 2026


Kick Off Your Next Adventure

Do you love creating characters, imagining new worlds and telling stories?

The GEMA International Short Story Writing Competition 2026 invites young writers aged 18 years or younger to showcase their storytelling skills and share their imagination with readers around the world.

Participants have the opportunity to have their stories published in the Best Story Book by and for Kids, which will be distributed globally. Winners can also receive Trophies, Medals, KidZania Passes, Training Programmes and Certificates.

The competition brings together young writers from 35 countries, providing an exciting international platform for budding authors.

Competition Categories

Participants can enter one category only and only one entry per person is accepted.

CategoryAgeMinimum Story Length
Sub-junior7–8 years300 words
Junior9–11 years500 words
Middle12–14 years700 words
Senior15–18 years1,000 words

Maximum length for all categories: 1,500 words

Story Guidelines

  • Stories must be written in English.

  • Entries must be submitted as a typed DOC file.

  • Handwritten entries will not be accepted.

  • Participants may choose any topic or genre for their story.

  • Only one story per participant is permitted.

Information to Include with Your Story

The following details should be provided below the story:

  1. Full Name

  2. Date of Birth

  3. Category Entered

  4. Transaction Number generated by Stripe after payment of the entry fee

  5. Title of the Story

  6. Email Address

  7. School Name

  8. Country

A parent’s or teacher’s email address may be provided if required.

Publication and Prizes

Selected stories will have the opportunity to be published in the Best Story Book by and for Kids, giving young writers the chance to see their work published and shared internationally.

Participants can also compete for:

  • Trophies

  • Medals

  • KidZania Passes

  • Training Programmes

  • Certificates

Important Date

Last Date to Register and Submit Story: 31 October 2026

Who Can Participate?

Young writers aged 7 to 18 years can participate in the appropriate age category.

Whether you love adventure, mystery, fantasy, science fiction, humour, friendship or real-life stories, this is your opportunity to turn your imagination into words.

Write Your Story. Share Your Imagination. Get Published.

Take up the challenge and let your story travel beyond borders.

 




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International Spell Bee 2026

International Spell Bee 2026

Calling All Students for a Bright Future

The International Spell Bee 2026 is an online spelling competition for students of Grades 1 to 8. The competition provides students with an opportunity to improve their spelling, vocabulary and language skills while competing with students from across the world.


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Letters Without Borders: Letter Writing Competition

Can a letter cross borders without a passport?

Absolutely. A few heartfelt words can travel across countries, languages, cultures and generations, bringing people closer together.

The “Letters Without Borders” letter-writing challenge invites young writers to pick up their pens and let their imagination, feelings and ideas travel beyond boundaries.

This is more than a writing competition. It is an opportunity to express, connect, reflect and inspire through the timeless art of letter writing.


What Does “Letters Without Borders” Mean?

Your letter should go beyond the borders that sometimes separate us, whether they are countries, languages, cultures or generations.

Write about an experience, a person, an idea or a message that has the power to connect people everywhere.

Your letter could express:

  • Gratitude towards someone who made a difference in your life

  • Kindness and compassion towards others

  • Courage to face challenges

  • Unity and the importance of understanding one another

  • A memorable personal experience

  • Hope for a better and kinder world

  • A connection between different generations

  • A message that brings people from different cultures together

Objective

The challenge aims to provide young writers with a platform for personal expression, gratitude and storytelling.

It encourages participants to:

  • Develop creative and effective communication skills

  • Reflect on their experiences, feelings and ideas

  • Nurture empathy and emotional intelligence

  • Appreciate different cultures and perspectives

  • Understand the importance of kindness and social responsibility

  • Discover the joy and value of letter writing

Let Your Imagination Lead the Way

There are no borders to imagination.

Your letter could be addressed to someone you know or someone you have never met.

You could write to:

  • A child living in another country

  • Your favourite author or literary character

  • Your future self

  • A grandparent or someone from an older generation

  • A child who will live many years from now

  • Someone who has inspired you

  • A person from a different culture

  • Humanity itself

Select your age category to discover creative ideas, writing directions and perspectives specially designed for your age group.

Prizes and Recognition

The competition offers recognition for outstanding entries in each age group.

Prizes in Each Group

  • First Prize – 1 winner

  • Second Prize – 1 winner

  • Third Prize – 1 winner

  • Appreciation Prizes – 5 winners

Certificate for Every Participant

Every participant will receive a Digital Certificate for taking part in the challenge.

School-Level Recognition

School Level Winners will also be recognised for schools submitting 50 or more entries.

Important Date

Last Date to Register and Submit

30 September 2026

Participants are encouraged to begin planning and writing their letters well in advance of the deadline.






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DRUNIX Hackathon 2026

What will the future of payments in India look like?

The DRUNIX Hackathon 2026, a fintech innovation initiative launched by the National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) in collaboration with Citi, is inviting innovators to imagine, build and prototype solutions that could transform India's payments ecosystem.


Launched at the Global Fintech Fest (GFF) 2026, the hackathon brings together technology enthusiasts, developers, entrepreneurs and innovators to explore new possibilities in digital payments.

The central idea is clear:

Innovation × Scale × Impact

Participants are encouraged to go beyond ideas and turn their concepts into working fintech prototypes that can address real-world challenges and create meaningful impact.

๐Ÿš€ What is the DRUNIX Hackathon?

The DRUNIX Hackathon is an opportunity for innovators to collaborate, ideate and develop technology-driven solutions for the rapidly evolving fintech and payments ecosystem.

Participants will have the opportunity to explore new approaches to payment technologies and build solutions designed with three important principles in mind:

  • Innovation – Develop new and creative approaches to payment challenges.
  • Scale – Think about solutions that can work for millions of users.
  • Impact – Address real-world problems and create meaningful value.

The hackathon is particularly relevant for those interested in fintech, digital payments, software development, APIs, artificial intelligence, financial technology and entrepreneurship.

๐Ÿฆ NPCI × Citi: A Powerful Collaboration

The hackathon is organised by two major names in the financial and technology ecosystem:

National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) × Citi

NPCI plays a central role in India's digital payments infrastructure, while Citi brings extensive global experience in financial services and technology.

Together, the organisations aim to encourage innovators to explore new ideas and technologies that could contribute to the next generation of payment solutions.

๐Ÿ’ก Build With Real Payment Infrastructure

One of the exciting aspects of the DRUNIX Hackathon is the opportunity for selected innovators to access NPCI APIs and infrastructure for developing their solutions.

Instead of simply preparing a theoretical concept, participants can potentially use these resources to prototype and demonstrate how their solutions could work in practice.

This provides an excellent opportunity for developers and technology students to gain hands-on experience in building solutions around real-world fintech infrastructure.

๐Ÿค– From Idea to Working Prototype

The hackathon encourages participants to follow a journey from ideation to implementation.

A successful team could begin by identifying a problem in the payments ecosystem, develop an innovative approach, design the technical architecture and then build a functional prototype.

The focus is therefore not just on having a great idea.

The goal is to build something that works—and can make a difference.

Participants are expected to collaborate, experiment with technology and develop solutions that demonstrate both technical potential and real-world usefulness.

๐ŸŒ Who Can Participate?

The hackathon is open to innovators interested in technology-driven solutions for the fintech and payments ecosystem.

It can be an excellent opportunity for:

  • Software developers
  • Engineering and technology students
  • Fintech enthusiasts
  • AI/ML innovators
  • Entrepreneurs and startup teams
  • Product builders
  • UI/UX and technology innovators
  • Anyone interested in the future of digital payments

Participants should be prepared to ideate, collaborate and develop a working prototype using the resources and infrastructure made available during the hackathon.




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JJALMAK International Youth Film Festival 2026: Young Voices, Big Ideas

What does a safer future look like through the eyes of a young person?

The 2026 JJALMAK International Youth Film Festival (JIYFF) is inviting young creators from around the world to answer that question through the power of film.



Designed for young people aged 7 to 18, the festival provides an international platform for children and teenagers to imagine the future, explore the meaning of safety, and express their ideas through short films.
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YP Hackathon Challenge 2026: Innovate, Collaborate and Shape the Digital Earth

Are you a student or young professional passionate about technology, geoscience, artificial intelligence, and solving real-world problems? The YP Hackathon Challenge 2026 offers an exciting opportunity to turn your ideas into innovative solutions for a smarter and more sustainable world.



With the theme “Digital Earth – Modeling, Mapping, and Monitoring,” the hackathon invites young innovators to explore the possibilities of Geoscience, Remote Sensing, AI/ML, Big Data, and Geo-intelligence.
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Aspiring Authors: National Writing Challenge

A Children-Led Movement Celebrating Creativity, Inclusion & Neurodiversity

Turn Their Stories Into Published Books!! ✨

Every child carries a story waiting to be shared.

Some stories are filled with magical kingdoms and brave heroes. Others take shape as heartfelt poems, imaginative adventures, or colorful dreams brought to life through words and illustrations. At Aspiring Authors, the belief is simple yet powerful: every child deserves the opportunity to share their voice with the world.

That vision inspired the launch of the National Writing Challenge — a platform where young creators can become real published authors.




✍️ National Writing Challenge: Where Stories Take Flight!

Children across the country are invited to dream, write, create, and shine.

Whether it is a short story, poem, artwork, or imaginative idea, the challenge encourages young minds to:

  • Express their creativity freely
  • Build confidence through storytelling
  • Celebrate their individuality
  • Experience professional publishing
  • Become officially published authors with ISBN-recognized books

Every story matters.
Every imagination deserves recognition. ❤️


 Celebrating Neurodiversity & Inclusion

Aspiring Authors proudly celebrates children who think, learn, and express themselves in unique ways.

The initiative especially welcomes:

  • Neurodivergent children
  • Students with special educational needs
  • Emerging writers and artists
  • Quiet thinkers with powerful imaginations

Creativity is never limited to one form.

Some children communicate through stories.
Some through drawings and illustrations.
Others through vivid ideas that simply need the right platform to shine.

The movement is built to ensure every child feels:
 Seen
 Valued
 Included
 Celebrated

๐Ÿ“ WRITING CATEGORIES & PROMPTS

Category I — Ages 8–10

Word Limit: 400–600 words

Prompt: The Day My Shadow Disappeared

One morning, you discover that your shadow has completely disappeared. Where has it gone? Can you find it? What happens during your search?


Category II — Ages 11–13

Word Limit: 600–800 words

Prompt: The Secret Door in My School

You discover a mysterious door in your school that nobody seems to know about. Where does it lead? What do you discover behind it? And why has the door remained a secret?


Category III — Ages 14–16

Word Limit: 800–1,000 words

Prompt: The World Forgot How to Dream

One morning, people everywhere suddenly lose the ability to imagine, create, and dream. You are one of the few people who can still dream. What happens next?


Category IV — Ages 17–18

Word Limit: 1,000–1,500 words

Prompt: The Choice That Changed Tomorrow

You are given an opportunity to make one decision that could change the future of your community, your country, or even the world. But every choice has consequences. What do you choose, and what happens because of your decision?

๐Ÿ“… IMPORTANT DATES

Last Date of Submission: 25 October 2026
Result Declaration: 15 November 2026


๏ง’✨ Where Imagination Comes Alive

Imagine a young Indian child sitting with a notebook, carefully writing a story.

As the child writes, imagination fills the space around them:

 Dragons soaring across colorful skies
 Rockets traveling through galaxies
 Magical books opening into fantasy worlds
 Bright ideas floating like stars
๏ฆ‹ Dreams transforming into stories

For many children, storytelling becomes more than writing — it becomes a way to express emotions, creativity, hope, and identity.

Aspiring Authors exists to ensure those stories are heard.


 Becoming a Published Author in 3 Simple Steps

1️⃣ Creating the Story

Children can submit:

  • Stories
  • Poems
  • Adventures
  • Personal reflections
  • Fantasy tales
  • Inspirational writing

 Illustrations and digital artwork are also welcome.


2️⃣ Submitting the Work

Participants can send:
✅ Their writing
✅ A creative cover page
✅ Optional illustrations
✅ A short author biography


3️⃣ Getting Published

Selected works are:
✨ Professionally edited
✨ Published in a real book
✨ Assigned an official ISBN number
✨ Shared with readers worldwide 

Young creators may also:
 Earn royalties
 Unlock rewards
 Gain recognition as published authors


 The Mission 

At Aspiring Authors, the mission is both simple and meaningful:

✨ To give every child a voice.
Every story deserves to be heard — no matter how it is told, drawn, or imagined.

✨ To celebrate creativity in all its forms.
From magical adventures to colorful artwork, every expression of imagination is valued.

✨ To build acceptance and belonging.
By publishing stories from children with diverse learning styles and experiences, the movement encourages kindness, understanding, and inclusion.

Because when children share their unspoken stories and written dreams, the world becomes brighter, kinder, and more compassionate. ❤️


 Letting Young Imaginations Fly

A child’s story has the power to inspire.
A poem can make someone smile.
An idea can spark change.

The National Writing Challenge gives young creators the chance to transform imagination into something real — a published book that can be treasured forever.

 Every child has a story.
 Every child deserves a platform.
✨ Every dream deserves to be written.




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National Quiz Competition on CA Day 2026 – Participate & Win Cash Prizes

The Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI) , in collaboration with MyGov , is inviting citizens across India to participate in the National Quiz Competition on CA Day .

The quiz is designed to increase awareness about the accounting profession, the role of Chartered Accountants in nation-building, financial governance, taxation, auditing, entrepreneurship, and the contribution of ICAI to strengthening India's economy.



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Olympian Lakshmikant Pandey Trust Debate Competition 2026

The Olympian Lakshmikant Pandey Trust Debate Competition 2026 is an online debate competition that gives students an opportunity to develop their public speaking, analytical thinking, argumentation and communication skills.

The competition will focus on the contemporary constitutional issue of judicial independence in India.

Debate Topic

“Judicial Independence in India: Reality or Constitutional Idea?”

Participants can speak For or Against the motion and must clearly state their position before beginning their speech.

Eligibility

The competition is open to students from all streams and backgrounds.

Competition Format

  • Mode: Online
  • Platform: Google Meet
  • Speaking time: 4 minutes
  • Question & answer: 2 minutes
  • Each participant will answer one question from the judges.
  • Participants must have a working camera, microphone and stable internet connection.
  • The preliminary rounds will be conducted in multiple online meetings.
  • The top participants from the preliminary rounds will qualify for the final.

Judging Criteria

Participants will be evaluated on:

  • Body Language – 20 marks
  • Topic Clarity – 10 marks
  • Content – 10 marks
  • Language Command – 20 marks
  • Time Management – 10 marks
  • Etiquette – 10 marks
  • Answering Skills – 20 marks

Total: 100 marks

Prizes

  • 1st Prize: ₹2,000
  • 2nd Prize: ₹1,000
  • 3rd Prize: ₹500
  • 4th Prize: ₹250
  • 5th Prize: ₹150
  • 6th–10th Rank: ₹100 each
  • 11th–20th Rank: ₹50 each
  • 21st–30th Rank: ₹25 each

All participants will receive an E-Certificate, while rank holders will receive an E-Certificate of Merit along with their award.

Important Dates

  • Preliminary Rounds: 24–25 November 2026
  • Final Round: 26 November 2026
  • Time: 5:00 PM to 7:30 PM
  • Mode: Online
  • Registration Fee: ₹49 per participant

How to Register?

Students can register online through the registration form provided by the organiser.

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Know Your GI Tags – From Manipur to the World Quiz 2026

The Know Your GI Tags – From Manipur to the World Quiz is a MyGov quiz hosted by MyGov Manipur to help citizens learn about India’s rich Geographical Indication (GI) heritage. The quiz highlights traditional handicrafts, handlooms, agricultural products and food products associated with different regions of India, with special attention to GI-tagged products from Manipur.


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Tata Imagination Challenge 2026 – India’s Biggest Idea Competition

Have an idea that could improve everyday life, transform an industry, support communities, or create meaningful change? Tata Imagination Challenge 2026 invites undergraduate and postgraduate students across India to turn their ideas into compelling solutions and present them to Tata leaders.


The challenge is presented by the Tata Group and is open to full-time college students from any stream across India. Participants progress through quizzes, reasoning challenges and an idea-pitch stage, with shortlisted participants getting opportunities to interact with Tata leaders.

The Tata Imagination Challenge is designed to give young innovators a platform to share ideas that can potentially make a positive impact on industries, communities or society.

Ideas do not have to be huge or highly complex. Tata encourages participants to present original, meaningful and practical concepts that can create positive change.

๐Ÿ‘ฉ‍๐ŸŽ“ Who Can Participate?

Students are eligible if they:

  • Are currently pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate course .
  • Are studying full-time .
  • Are from any stream .
  • Are enrolled in a university or college in India.
  • Have completed 10+2 or equivalent .
  • Are pursuing an eligible regular/full-time course approved by the relevant authorities.
  • Have started classes for the current academic year.

Students who have only received admission but whose classes have not started, distance/correspondence students, graduates who have completed their course, and non-full-time students are not eligible.

๐Ÿ† Rewards and Benefits

The challenge offers participants opportunities to showcase their ideas and interact with Tata leaders.

๐ŸŒŸ For Finalists

Up to 30 finalists can receive:

  • Fully sponsored two-day experience in Mumbai
  • Tata brand goodies
  • Visits to Bombay House, Taj Palace and Tata Experience Centre
  • Interaction with Tata leaders and TAS managers
  • Opportunity to meet fellow finalists
  • Participation certificate

๐Ÿฅ‡ For Winners

The Top 10 winners will receive:

  • ₹2,00,000 cash prize each
  • Tata Trails — an all-expenses-paid immersion at an iconic Tata location
  • Opportunities to explore career opportunities with the Tata Group

๐Ÿš€ Why Participate?

Tata Imagination Challenge 2026 gives students an opportunity to:

  • Put their original ideas in front of Tata leaders
  • Develop critical-thinking and problem-solving skills
  • Learn how to pitch and defend an idea
  • Interact with experienced Tata professionals
  • Experience iconic Tata locations
  • Compete for cash prizes
  • Explore potential career opportunities with the Tata Group

๐Ÿ”— How to Participate

Participants can register through the official Tata Imagination Challenge page. The official process begins with signing up on Unstop , registering for the challenge and then starting Round 1.




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ORION 1.0 – 24-Hour National Level Hackathon 2026

Are you a college student or early-career professional interested in AI, Web3, cybersecurity, cloud technologies, hardware, and innovative software solutions ? ORION 1.0 is a national-level hackathon that gives teams an opportunity to solve challenging technology problems and compete in a 24-hour offline finale.


Organised by Microsoft Club SIST, Sathyabama Institute of Science and Technology, Chennai , ORION 1.0 features an online qualifier followed by a 24-hour offline Grand Finale at the SIST Chennai campus.

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National Quiz on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day 2026

The National Quiz on Partition Horrors Remembrance Day 2026 is being organised by the Ministry of Culture, Government of India, in collaboration with MyGov. The quiz is intended to encourage citizens, particularly young people, to learn more about the Partition of India, remember those who suffered and were displaced, and reflect on the values of national unity, social harmony and collective remembrance.



๐Ÿ“ About the Quiz

The quiz is organised in connection with Partition Horrors Remembrance Day (Vibhajan Vibhishika Smriti Diwas), observed every year on 14 August.

It aims to:

  • Increase awareness about the history and impact of the Partition of India.
  • Remember the lives lost and the millions who were displaced.
  • Honour Partition survivors and their experiences.
  • Encourage younger generations to understand this important chapter of India's history.
  • Promote the values of national unity, social harmony and collective remembrance.

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Eligibility

The quiz is open to all Indian citizens.

Participants can take part only once. One mobile number and one email ID cannot be used by more than one participant for the same quiz at the same time. Participation involving impersonation, double participation or other unfair practices may be rejected

๐Ÿ† Rewards

The official MyGov page states that all participants will receive an e-certificate.

๐Ÿ“… Last Date

The quiz started on 1 August 2026 at 11:00 AM and the last date to participate is 15 September 2026 at 11:45 PM. 







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Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026

The Department of Consumer Affairs, Government of India, in collaboration with MyGov, invites citizens to participate in the Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026. The national-level quiz is designed to promote consumer awareness and encourage citizens to make informed decisions as consumers.


๐Ÿ“ About the Quiz

The Jago Grahak Jago Quiz 2026 aims to improve public understanding of consumer rights, responsibilities and grievance redressal mechanisms.

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Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue 2027 Quiz

The Viksit Bharat Young Leaders Dialogue (VBYLD) 2027 Quiz is a nationwide online quiz organized by the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports and MyBharat, in collaboration with MyGov. The initiative aims to engage young citizens in discussions about India's future and the vision of Viksit Bharat.


๐Ÿ“… Last Date

The last date to participate is 30 September 2026 at 11:45 PM.

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Human Rights Quiz 2026 – Celebrating Life, Liberty, Equality and Dignity

The National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, in collaboration with MyGov, has organized the Human Rights Quiz 2026 as part of NHRC's 33rd Foundation Day celebrations. The quiz aims to create awareness about human rights and the Protection of Human Rights Act (PHRA), 1993, while helping participants learn about the role, functions, powers and duties of the NHRC.


๐Ÿ“… Last Date to Participate

The quiz starts on 1 September 2026 at 12:00 PM and the last date for participation is 10 October 2026 at 11:45 PM.

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Bharatiya Gyan Quiz on Governance & Statecraft 2026

Bharatiya Gyan Quiz on Governance & Statecraft 2026 is a national-level online quiz initiative by the Indian Knowledge Systems (IKS) Division, Ministry of Education, in collaboration with MyGov. The quiz focuses on India's rich traditions of political thought, governance and statecraft found in classical Indian texts.


The initiative forms part of a monthly national-level quiz series designed to increase awareness and engagement with India's traditional knowledge heritage.

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