The 32nd edition of the Don Bosco General Knowledge Quiz was held on August 2, 2025, at Don Bosco School, Alaknanda. This much-anticipated annual event aims to provide students from Classes IV and V with a stimulating platform to showcase their intellect and compete with fellow learners. Over 48 reputed schools from across Delhi and the NCR region participated enthusiastically in this prestigious competition. The quiz was conducted with clear rules and strict time limits to maintain a fair, spirited, and engaging atmosphere.
The program began with a delightful welcome ceremony, setting the tone for an intellectually vibrant day. A traditional lamp-lighting ceremony, led by the Director and Manager Rev. Fr. Binny Issac, school’s Principal, Rev. Fr. Sujith Augustine, along with other distinguished dignitaries, added a touch of reverence and set a dignified tone for the event. The junior school choir’s melodious motivational song created a warm and inviting atmosphere. In the inaugural address, Rev. Fr. Sujith Augustine welcomed all the participating teams and applauded their zeal for learning. He encouraged them to pursue knowledge as a lifelong endeavour, and Rev. Fr. Binny Issac officially declared the Don Bosco Quiz 2025 open.
The quiz was structured into two engaging rounds, crafted to evaluate participants’ knowledge, critical thinking, and presence of mind. The competition began with a written Preliminary Round (Elimination Round) that witnessed impressive energy and quick thinking. From this round, eight top-performing teams advanced to the final stage. The main rounds challenged students with a variety of questions from subjects such as Science, Literature, Social Studies, Current Events, Entertainment, Sports, and more. The level of knowledge and collaborative spirit shown by the students was truly commendable. The well-framed questions evoked excitement among the audience, often earning spontaneous applause for the sharp responses from the teams.
The event was an overwhelming success and concluded with heartfelt gratitude from the students, who appreciated the school for offering such a valuable opportunity. The seamless organization of the event was made possible through the dedicated efforts of the quiz coordinators: Ms. Vimal M. Titus, Ms. Stephy, Ms. Sharon, Ms. Juhi Chawla Kumar and Ms Himanshi. Ms. Anupama Kumar, along with the Quizmasters served as panel experts, adding depth and expertise to the competition. The other quiz coordinators efficiently handled the overall management and smooth execution of the event. Their meticulous planning and thoughtful question design played a key role in making the quiz both educational and enjoyable.
The grand finale of the event featured a prize distribution ceremony. Rev. Fr. Sujith Augustine, Rev. Fr. Ashok Ekka, and Administrator Rev. Fr. Bimal felicitated all winners and finalists with trophies, medals, and certificates. Delhi Public School, East of Kailash, emerged as the overall champion, proudly lifting the Rolling Trophy for the 32nd Don Bosco Quiz. Army Public School secured the second position, while Birla Vidya Niketan claimed third place.
The event concluded with Rev. Fr. Augustine congratulating all the participants and commending the quiz team for their outstanding efforts. The Don Bosco Quiz 2025 once again demonstrated the school’s unwavering commitment to nurturing young minds and encouraging holistic development through intellectual pursuit.
Juhi Chawla Kumar