The Hindu Young World Quiz
Trophies & Exciting Prizes
The Hindu Young World Quiz is a competition by The Hindu Group for students in Class 4–9, open to students across India. It is free to take part.
Mode
In-Person
Eligibility
Class 4–9
Fee
Free
Duration
One-day event for each city.
Format
Team · Teams of 2
Time needed
Requires reporting to the venue one hour before the scheduled start time.
About This Opportunity
The Hindu Young World Quiz is one of India's largest and longest-running quiz competitions for school students, offering a platform to showcase their knowledge. The event encourages intellectual curiosity and keeps students updated on a wide range of subjects in an engaging and competitive format.
The competition is divided into two categories: Juniors (grades 4-6) and Seniors (grades 7-9), ensuring age-appropriate challenges. Participants compete in teams, progressing from written preliminary rounds to an on-stage finale, developing skills like critical thinking, teamwork, and performance under pressure.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 4–9
- Age Range
- 9 - 14 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Academic requirement
Must be a bonafide student of a recognized school in India.
Prerequisites
- A strong interest in general knowledge, current affairs, and a variety of academic subjects.
Open to students across India from grades 4 to 9. Juniors: Grades 4-6. Seniors: Grades 7-9. Participation is in teams of two from the same school branch. No cross-school teams are allowed.
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Academic Details
Difficulty: Intermediate
What's covered
The quiz is general in nature and does not follow a specific curriculum, covering a broad spectrum of topics.
Rewards & Recognition
Prizes
Trophies & Goodie Bags
Winners and runners-up are awarded prestigious trophies. All participants receive certificates and goodie bags with exciting items.
Certificate
Certificate from The Hindu Group
All participants receive a certificate of participation. Finalists and winners receive special merit certificates, adding significant value to their academic profiles.
Opens doors to
Participation and achievements in this national-level competition demonstrate intellectual curiosity and a competitive spirit, which are highly valued by universities during the admissions process.
Career pathways
Develops a strong knowledge base and critical thinking skills that are foundational for careers in civil services, journalism, research, and academia.
Recognition
National Level Recognition
Skills your child builds
Exam format
- Total marks
- 150
- Duration
- 90 minutes
- Format
- Written preliminary round followed by an oral on-stage finale.
- Language
- English
Rounds & format
The competition consists of two main rounds. The first is a common written preliminary round for all participating teams. Based on the scores from this round, the top six teams qualify for the final on-stage round to determine the winner.
How entries are judged
Based on marks obtained in the preliminary written round. In the finale, judging is based on the speed and accuracy of answers.
Selection process
The top 6 teams from the common written preliminary round, based on marks scored, qualify for the on-stage finale.
How to apply
- 1Schools register their teams online via the official The Hindu Young World Quiz website.
- 2Registration fee, if applicable for the city, must be paid online to confirm participation.
- 3Online registrations typically close two days prior to the event date in each respective city.
How to prepare
- Read The Hindu newspaper, especially the Young World supplement
- The Hindu Young World Quiz Book by V.V. Ramanan
- Practice with past quiz papers and mock quizzes online
- Follow current affairs and general knowledge compendiums
Frequently asked questions
Is The Hindu Young World Quiz free?
This opportunity is free to participate in.
Who can participate in The Hindu Young World Quiz?
Students in Class 4–9. children aged 9-14.
What will my child gain from The Hindu Young World Quiz?
Winners receive trophies and other exciting prizes like bicycles.. First and second runners-up are awarded trophies and certificates.. All participants receive participation certificates and goodie bags.. Gain national-level recognition by competing against the country's brightest minds.. Develops quick thinking, teamwork, and confidence.. An excellent platform to showcase and enhance general knowledge..
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