Group information

Group 1

Below 5 yrs

Group 2

5-8 yrs

Group 3

9-12 yrs

Group 4

13-17 yrs

Group 5

18 yrs & above

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Bhagavad Gita Recitation

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 3 minutes

Topic

Recite any Bhagavad Gita Verses of your choice.

Items Required

  • Shruti Box (if required)

Remarks

  • Any number of verses from any chapter of Bhagavad Gita can be recited, as long as they are within the time limit.

Shloka Recitation

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 3 minutes

Topic

Recite any Sanskrit Shlokas or verses from Hindu Scriptures other than Bhagavad Gita

Items Required

  • 3 printed copies of the shloka/verse
  • Shruti box (if required)

Solo/Group Singing

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 4 minutes

Topic

Classical / Semi-Classical / Bhajans

Items Required

  • Shruti box
  • Accompanying instruments (if required)

Solo/Group Dance

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 4 minutes

Topic

Classical / Semi-Classical / Folk

Items Required

  • Props (if required)
  • Audio

Fancy Dress

Groups: 1, 2
Time Limit: 1 minute

Topic

Indian Gods, Saints, Freedom fighters, Leaders

Items Required

  • Props (if required)

Solo/Group Musical Instrument

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 3 minutes + 1 minute setup

Topic

Play the instrument of your choice

Items Required

  • Respective instrument
  • Shruti box (if required)

English Prepared Speech

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 2-4 minutes

Topics by Group

Group 2:

My Favorite Hobby or My Favorite Indian Festival

Group 3:

My Indian Role-Model or My Trip to India

Group 4:

Ways to Create a Meaningful Impact in the World or Contributions from India to the World

Group 5:

Reflections on Gratitude or Cultivating a Spirit of Selfless Service

Remarks

Spoken Language: English

Impromptu Speech

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 1 minute

Description

Contestants will be given an impromptu speech topic on the spot, with all participants receiving the same general topic. Each contestant will have a maximum of one minute to speak. The topic will be concise, not requiring extensive knowledge, and will encourage an opinion or conclusion.

Format

All contestants except the first will wait outside the room. After delivering their speech, participants will remain inside until the contest concludes.

PowerPoint Presentation

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 3-4 minutes

Topics by Group

Group 2:

My Favorite Pastime of God or Lessons I learnt from My Role-Model

Group 3:

How can I Make Earth a Better Place OR Lessons I learnt from any Indian Epic

Group 4:

Technology Revolution OR Lessons from Bhagavad Gita

Group 5:

Social Media – Boon or Bane OR The Power of Thoughts

Remarks

  • PowerPoint presentation cannot exceed 12 slides
  • Upload instructions will be sent via email

Hindi Prepared Speech

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 2-4 minutes

Topics by Group

Group 2:

My Favorite Hobby or My Favorite Indian Festival

Group 3:

My Indian Role-Model or My Trip to India

Group 4:

Ways to Create a Meaningful Impact in the World or Contributions from India to the World

Group 5:

Reflections on Gratitude or Cultivating a Spirit of Selfless Service

Remarks

Spoken Language: Hindi

Tamil Prepared Speech

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 2-4 minutes

Topics by Group

Group 2:

My Favorite Hobby or My Favorite Indian Festival

Group 3:

My Indian Role-Model or My Trip to India

Group 4:

Ways to Create a Meaningful Impact in the World or Contributions from India to the World

Group 5:

Reflections on Gratitude or Cultivating a Spirit of Selfless Service

Remarks

Spoken Language: Tamil

Telugu Prepared Speech

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 2-4 minutes

Topics by Group

Group 2:

My Favorite Hobby or My Favorite Indian Festival

Group 3:

My Indian Role-Model or My Trip to India

Group 4:

Ways to Create a Meaningful Impact in the World or Contributions from India to the World

Group 5:

Reflections on Gratitude or Cultivating a Spirit of Selfless Service

Remarks

Spoken Language: Telugu

Yoga

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 3 minutes

Topic

Any Yogasans

Items Required

  • Yoga Mat
  • Background music (if required)

Remarks

  • Any number of yogasans can be demonstrated within the time limit
  • You may call out the name and benefits of each yogasan while demonstrating
  • Music file upload instructions will be sent via email

Coloring

Groups: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 30 minutes

Items Required

  • Coloring materials (paint, colored pencils, crayons)

Remarks

  • Picture to color will be provided at the venue
  • Drop-in contest – participate any time during contest duration

Drawing/Painting

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 45 minutes

Topics by Group

Group 2: My Favorite Festival

Group 3: The Dream World I Envision

Group 4: Unity in Diversity

Group 5: Inspiring episode from Indian Epic or Scripture

Items Required

  • Pencil, sharpener, eraser
  • Coloring materials (paint, colored pencils, crayons, watercolors, acrylic paints, paintbrushes)

Remarks

  • A3 size drawing sheet will be provided

Chess

Groups: 2, 3, 4
Time Limit: 45 minutes

Items Required

  • Timer app for chess on smartphone

Remarks

  • Chess set will be provided

Math Quiz

Groups: 2, 3, 4
Time Limit: 20 minutes

Topics by Age

Age 5: Addition

Age 6: Addition & Subtraction

Age 7: Multiplication & Division

Age 8: Fraction & Decimals

Age 9: Algebra & Probability

Age 10: Fractions

Age 11: Algebra, Fractions & Probability

Age 12: Algebra, Fractions, Probability and Logical Questions

Items Required

  • Pencil, Sharpener, Eraser

IQ Quiz

Groups: 2, 3, 4
Time Limit: 20 minutes

Topic

Age-appropriate Analytical and logical reasoning questions

Items Required

  • Pencil, Sharpener, Eraser

Word Search

Groups: 2, 3
Time Limit: 20 minutes

Items Required

  • Pencil, Sharpener, Eraser

Remarks

  • Worksheet will be provided

Sudoku

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 20 minutes

Items Required

  • Pencil, Sharpener, Eraser

Remarks

  • Sudoku worksheet will be provided

Pencil Sketching

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 45 minutes

Topic

Any Cultural Event, Any Form of God, or Any Devotional Object

Items Required

  • Pencils, Eraser, Sharpener

Remarks

  • A3 size drawing sheet will be provided

Warli Art

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 45 minutes

Topic

Any Warli Design

Items Required

  • Pencil, Sharpener, Eraser
  • Coloring materials (paint, colored pencils, crayons, watercolors, acrylic paints, paintbrushes)

Remarks

  • A3 size drawing sheet will be provided

Madhubani Art

Groups: 2, 3, 4, 5
Time Limit: 45 minutes

Topic

Any Madhubani Design

Items Required

  • Pencil, Sharpener, Eraser
  • Coloring materials (paint, colored pencils, crayons, watercolors, acrylic paints, paintbrushes)

Remarks

  • A3 size drawing sheet will be provided

Lego

Groups: 2, 3, 4
Time Limit: 30 minutes

Topic

Any original and creative design

Items Required

  • All necessary supplies for creating the LEGO art

Origami

Groups: 2, 3, 4
Time Limit: 30 minutes

Topic

Any Design

Items Required

  • All necessary supplies for creating origami

Additional Details

  • Competition schedule emailed one week prior
  • Drop-in contest during specified time window

Henna

Groups: 4, 5
Time Limit: 30 minutes

Topic

Any original and creative design

Items Required

  • All necessary Henna supplies

Additional Details

  • Schedule confirmation emailed in advance
  • Flexible participation during contest window

My Best Friend Krishna Quiz

Groups: 2, 3
Time Limit: 20 minutes

Requirements

  • Pencil, Sharpener, Eraser
  • Quiz sheet provided at venue

Additional Details

  • Flexible participation during contest hours
  • Schedule confirmation one week prior

Creative Writing

Groups: 2, 3, 4
Time Limit: 30 minutes
Word Limit: 500 words

Topics

  • Group 2: Conversation with God
  • Group 3: Significance of God in My Life
  • Group 4: Experiencing the Presence of God

Materials

  • Writing supplies
  • Response sheet provided

Bhog Contest

Groups: 4, 5

Requirements

  • Dry dish in disposable container
  • Clear labeling (Name, Dish Name, Age)

Schedule

  • Drop-off details emailed in advance
  • Flexible submission window

FANCY DRESS CONTEST!

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