Actizen - inter-school contest


Being a citizen of a transformative country like India it’s the duty of every citizen no matter what age group they belong to come out with what they perceive.
Desh Apnaye an NGO has come up with a new way of making citizens not just a citizen but an informed and active citizen for a better future through inter-school contest named Actizen a citizenship education contest. Desh Apnaye Foundation aims to upgrade patriotism amongst the youth. This is not just a contest for students but a way to contour young minds for a concept of democracy. The contest is for students between grades seven and nine. It aims at preparing young minds to solve the big issues. This civic education contest’s motto is DEMOCRACY 2.0. Principle’s and teacher’s support is vital here.

The quiz contest will be current affairs based multiple-choice quiz. A team of 4-5 students will represent the school. The flow of the contest is as follows:
1. Registering for contest
2. Selection of theme and a 30-minute online quiz by students
3. Involvement in 15-minute community service based on selected theme and submission of proofs online
4. Awarding Participation and Recognition Certificates after completion of stage one
5. Nomination by schools of 4-5 students for next stage
6. Submission of collaborative solutions by teams online
7. Shortlisting top 10 schools for last round
8. Showcasing solutions of schools to the grand jury
9. Announcement of winner
Top 3 schools will be endowed with trophies, certificates, and other prizes. Also, an opportunity to feature in a short film which will be collaborated with the team behind the film ‘Dangal’ for students teachers and principle. Teachers will be awarded the Young Actizen ‘Mentor’ Awards.
It’s time to wake up and be a vigilant citizen and to make young minds a ray of hope for a better nation. Today’s little innovative minds can pool in making our country one of the best developing countries. Therefore, take a step towards that direction and support Actizen.

Location: India

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