CBSE Heritage India Quiz
by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE)
₹25,000 Cash Prize & Rolling Trophy
CBSE Heritage India Quiz is a competition by Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) for students in Class 9–12, open to students across India.
Mode
Hybrid
Eligibility
Class 9–12
Fee
₹1,500
Duration
Online Test: 50 minutes; Written Qualifying Round: 25 minutes; On-Stage Round: 75-90 minutes.
Format
Team · Teams of 3
Time needed
Significant time commitment for preparation is required due to the extensive syllabus and multi-stage format.
About This Opportunity
The CBSE Heritage India Quiz is an annual inter-school competition designed to educate students about India's diverse cultural heritage. It aims to instill pride and responsibility towards preserving India's rich history, monuments, art, and traditions. The quiz encourages students to explore and appreciate the cultural, historical, and architectural beauty of India.
This competition is open to students from classes 9 to 12, primarily from CBSE-affiliated schools in India and abroad. Each school can register one team consisting of three students. The selection of team members is done internally by the respective schools.
Participants will gain in-depth knowledge about Indian heritage and culture, enhancing their analytical and quick decision-making skills. The quiz fosters self-directed learning and provides national-level recognition for their achievements. Certificates are awarded to participants, and winners receive cash prizes.
The quiz progresses through multiple stages, starting with an online test at the school level, followed by cluster rounds, semi-finals, and a grand finale. The competition includes various question formats, including multiple-choice, true/false, and image-based questions, testing both knowledge and application skills.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 9–12
- Age Range
- 14 - 18 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Must be studying in a CBSE-affiliated school.
Prerequisites
- Basic understanding of Indian history and culture
Open to students aged 14-18 (Classes 9-12) from CBSE-affiliated schools across India and abroad. Each school can register one team of three students. No specific academic percentage or financial criteria are mentioned.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Mixed Levels
What's covered
The quiz covers tangible, intangible, cultural, and natural heritage of India. Topics include historical background, cultural practices, landmarks, artistic traditions, meaningful festivals, and influential figures. Questions may also cover Indian states, national symbols, wildlife, national parks, dance, music, literature, mythology, religion, famous personalities, places of importance, arts, sports, and science and technology related to India. The quiz level increases with each round, requiring extensive reading beyond basic textbooks.
Rewards & Recognition
Award
₹25,000
Cash prizes are awarded to top-performing teams. The first-place team receives ₹25,000, second place ₹15,000, third place ₹10,000, and fourth place ₹8,000. Additional cash prizes are awarded to teams securing positions in the semi-finals.
Prizes
Rolling Trophy
The first-place team is awarded a Rolling Trophy.
Certificate
Certificates from CBSE & MyGov.in
Certificates of participation are provided by MyGov.in. Merit certificates are awarded to all participants of the semi-finals and finals by CBSE.
Opens doors to
Provides national-level recognition and a strong academic profile, which can be advantageous for college admissions and scholarship applications.
Recognition
National Recognition from CBSE
Skills your child builds
Highlights
- Focus on conservation and restoration of cultural heritage
- Multi-stage competition with online and offline rounds
- Includes verbal, audio, and visual questions in later rounds
- Opportunity to attend Republic Day Parade for top participants
Exam format
- Total marks
- 60
- Duration
- 50 minutes
- Format
- Multiple Choice Questions (MCQ), True/False, Image-based, Verbal, Audio, Visual
- Language
- English, Hindi
Rounds & format
The competition has multiple stages: Stage 1 is an Online Test, Stage 2 consists of Cluster Rounds (Written Qualifying Round and On-Stage Round), and Stage 3 includes National Semi-finals and Final. The online test is 50 minutes with 60 MCQs. The written qualifying round has 30 questions to be answered in 25 minutes. The on-stage round is 75-90 minutes with verbal, audio, and visual questions.
How entries are judged
For the online test, merit is determined by answer accuracy and the time taken to submit the test. In case of a tie, the team that completes the test in minimum time is selected. For on-stage rounds, judging is based on correct answers, quick thinking, and adherence to rules.
Selection process
For Stage 1, top 30 teams from each cluster qualify for the cluster round based on their online test performance. The winning team from each cluster round advances to the Semi-finals and Final.
How to apply
- 1Schools register for the quiz through the official CBSE website or the dedicated online portal.
- 2School coordinators prepare and submit necessary information about the school and participants.
- 3Students are enrolled by their respective schools after the school registration process is complete.
- 4Schools log in using their LOC credentials to access the registration window and submit the online registration form with the required fee.
- 5Details entered during online registration cannot be altered after submission.
How to prepare
- NCERT Social Science books
- Official CBSE study guides and past year's exam papers
- Books and documentaries on Indian culture and heritage
- Websites and YouTube channels offering quizzes on India
- Yearbooks and quiz books on Indian heritage
Fees & financial support
Fee details
A registration fee of ₹1500 per team is required. Payment must be submitted through the payment gateway available on the official CBSE registration portal. No other mode of payment will be accepted.
Refund policy
Details regarding the refund policy are not explicitly stated, but generally, digital registrations for such competitions may not be refundable once submitted.
Frequently asked questions
Is CBSE Heritage India Quiz free?
₹1,500 registration
Who can participate in CBSE Heritage India Quiz ?
Students in Class 9–12. children aged 14-18.
What will my child gain from CBSE Heritage India Quiz ?
Cash prizes for top-performing teams. Certificates of participation from MyGov.in. Merit certificates for semi-finalists and finalists. Opportunity to witness the Republic Day Parade for top participants. Deepened knowledge of Indian history, culture, and heritage. Development of analytical and quick decision-making skills. National-level recognition and exposure. Enhanced research and self-directed learning abilities. Improved confidence and public speaking skills. ₹25,000 cash prize for the winning team.
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