Rules and Regulations

India's Young Scientist

Rules and Regulations:

Science Projects | Innovation Showcases | Viva

General Rules:

  • Projects must be original, and plagiarism will lead to disqualification.
  • Props should be non-hazardous and safe to handle in a school setting.
  • Participants must be ready to explain the working principle during viva.
  • All material setup must be completed within the allocated prep time.
  • Any misrepresentation of scientific facts will lead to negative scoring.
  • Exhibits must be dismantled after judging and area cleaned.
  •  Props or posters cannot include offensive or political content.
  • External assistance during the event is not allowed.
  • Example: A team with a volcano model using real flame will be asked to remove it for safety violations.

Category:

  • Junior Category: 5th–8th Standard
  • Senior Category: 9th–12th Standard

Registration Fee:

  • ₹300

Venue:

Date:

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Indian Youth Parliament

Rules and Regulations:

Simulation of Real Parliamentary Discussions

General Rules:

  • All participants must adhere to formal language and behavior in the house.
  • Allocation of roles (Speaker, Minister, Opposition, etc.) will be random or assigned.
  • Usage of national symbols, religious sentiments, or sensitive issues should be handled with care and dignity.
  • Each speech or intervention must be brief and to the point.
  • Any form of unruly conduct or disruption will result in expulsion.
  • All arguments must be backed by facts or proposed bills.
  • Shouting, hooting, or crossing into another’s turn is not allowed.
  • The decorum of the house is paramount and will be monitored strictly.
  • Example: If a participant simulates a walk-out mid-debate without reason, they forfeit further speaking rights.

Category:

  • Junior Category: 5th–8th Standard
  • Senior Category: 9th–12th Standard

Registration Fee:

  • ₹200 Per person

Venue:

Date:

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Quiz Competition

Rules and Regulations:

General Knowledge | Current Affairs | Academic Mix

General Rules:

  • Mobile phones, smartwatches, or calculators are not allowed during the quiz.
  • The event will follow a prelims + finals format.
  • Questions will be MCQs, visuals, puzzles, and audio rounds.
  • Negative marking may apply in finals for incorrect answers.
  • Any form of cheating or whispering during the quiz will lead to disqualification.
  • Tie-breaker rounds will be held in case of score equality.
  • Participants must remain seated and silent when not answering.
  • Judges’ decisions are final and non-negotiable.

Example: If a team signals before the question is fully read, their answer will be considered only if they answer immediately — hesitation or confusion results in skipping.

Category:

  • Senior Category: 9th–12th Standard

Registration Fee:

  • ₹300

Venue:

Date:

Debate

Rules and Regulations:

Structured Argumentation on Social/Current Topics
General Rules:

  1. Topics will be provided in advance or on-the-spot, depending on the round.
  2. Time limits for speaking and rebuttals must be strictly followed.
  3. Points will be awarded based on clarity, argument strength, and counterpoints.
  4. Personal attacks, mocking, or derogatory language will not be tolerated.
  5. Reading from a prepared speech is discouraged.
  6. Respect and silence during others’ speeches is expected.
  7. Interruption is allowed only during designated rebuttal periods.
  8. Judges’ scores will remain confidential and are final.

Example: A participant exceeds the rebuttal time while interrupting—this results in a point deduction for unfair advantage.

Category:

  • Senior Category: 9th–12th Standard

Registration Fee:

  • ₹300

Venue:

Date:

Study Abroad Info Desk (Venue Partner Only)

Rules and Regulations:

Counseling | Information Distribution | No Sales

General Rules:

  • Only authorized representatives may be present at the booth.
  • Materials displayed must be verified and relevant to foreign education.
  • No product or course may be sold from the venue.
  • Booth hours must be respected and shut by 6 PM.
  • Flyers and pamphlets can be distributed but not forced upon visitors.
  • Conduct should be polite and non-promotional.
  • No visuals or text implying fake offers or scholarships is allowed.
  • Violations will lead to a permanent ban from future festivals.

Example: A counselor promoting an unverified overseas university may be removed immediately after one warning.

Category:

  • Junior Category: 5th–8th Standard
  • Senior Category: 9th–12th Standard

Registration Fee:

  • ₹200

Venue:

Date:

Career Guidance Session

Rules and Regulations:

Expert Interaction | Guidance Q&A | Mentorship

General Rules:

  • Audience members must maintain decorum during sessions.
  • No personal counselling may be done on stage.
  • Recording is allowed only with prior consent.
  • Speakers must avoid biased or brand-centric advice.
  • All audience questions should go through the moderator.
  • Speaker time limits will be strictly enforced.
  • Topics must remain education and career-related.
  • Feedback forms will be provided post-session.

Example: A speaker diverging into personal political commentary will be gently redirected or cut short.

Category:

  • Senior Category: 9th–12th Standard

Registration Fee:

  • ₹100

Venue:

Date: