Indian Navy has launched second edition of The Indian Navy Quiz G20THINQ which is being hosted under the aegis of G20 Secretariat, Indian Navy and NWWA. The Quiz has been conceptualised as a national and international quiz competition that brings together youth from different regions and geographies, and enables them build lasting friendships in spirit of Vasudaiva Kutumbakam - World is One Family. It promises to be a unique and enriching experience for school children studying in Classes IX to XII and their equivalent. Building on resounding success of THINQ-22 that saw participation of 6425 schools from across nation last year, the competition has been taken international this year. Aligning neatly with vision of Hon’ble PM for India’s Presidency of G20 - One Earth, One Family, One Future - it aims to reflect our pride in our national heritage, culture and values. G20 THINQ comprises two levels: National Round and International Round. National Round is expected to see participation of over 10,000 schools from all parts of the nation. Post multiple online rounds, sixteen schools will be selected for semi-finals scheduled at Mumbai on 16 Nov 2023. Subsequently, top eight teams will vie for national crown in finals scheduled on 18 Nov 2023 at Gateway of India. The Indian team for International Round, comprising two main quizzers and one standby, will be selected by a distinguished jury. All sixteen semi-final teams will also get an opportunity to visit Naval Dockyard and interact with naval personnel onboard ships and submarines. International Round will feature invitees from G20 (+09) nations, with each country nominating a team of two students from Classes IX to XII and their equivalent. The quiz will be conducted in English and will conform to international standards. After due process, eleven international teams will be selected to feature in international finals, along with Indian team, on 22 Nov 2023 at India Gate. For further details and registration, visit the official G20 THINQ website ‘theindiannavyquiz.in’. Hurry! Registrations close on 31st July 2023. Be part of a quiz that unites beyond all geographical boundaries.
