Watch out, RIC2022 launching in April / May…

RIC2021 Grand Finale Results (7Jan2022):

Our esteemed panel of judges:-

▶ Dr. Ramancharla Pradeep Kumar (Registrar & Professor, IIIT Hyderabad)

▶ Ms. Sumana Moudgal (Associate Director of College Counseling at The Westminster Schools, Atlanta, Georgia)

▶ Raj Panishetty (Senior Vice President of Enterprise Robotics & Intelligent Automation for a large financial organization, New York)

RIC 2021 Winners (1st Prize: Laptop; 2nd Prize: Tablet):

Category: 3rd – 5th Grade

• 1st Prize – Kaashvi Kauleshnam;  Grade: 3; School: Narayana E-Techno School, VNallurahalli , Whitefield , Bengaluru, Karnataka
• 2nd Prize – Pranay Tyagi;  Grade: 3; School: CH. Chhabil Dass Public School, Patel Nagar-II, CH. Chhabil Dass Marg, Ghaziabad, Uttar Pradesh
• Consolation Prize – Aayesha Singh; Grade:4; Sacred Heart Convent School, Sarabha Nagar, Ludhiana, Punjab.

Category: 6th – 9th Grade

• 1st Prize – Ananya Rajeev;  Grade: 9; School: Narayana Olympiad School, Kasturi Nagar, Bengaluru, Karnataka
• 2nd Prize – Manvi Kelani;  Grade: 9; School: Nath Valley School, Paithan Road, Aurangabad, Maharashtra

Category: 10th – 12th Grade

• 1st Prize – Anandini Sharma;  Grade: 10; School: KV No 1, Salt Lake Kolkata, Labony sector 1, Salt Lake, Kolkata, West Bengal
• 2nd Prize – Janhavi Hemraj Bhati;  Grade: 12; School: Kendriya Vidyalaya No 1, Vasco, Varunapuri, Mangoor hill, Vasco da Gama, Goa

Category: Undergraduates & Graduates

• 1st Prize – Anagha P;  Course: BCOM LLB, 3rd Year; College: School Of  Legal Studies, Cochin University of Science and Technology, South Kalamassery, Ernakulam, Kerala
• 2nd Prize – Aarchi Advani;  Course: B.Com Hons; College: D.A.V. College For Girls,  Yamunanagar, Haryana

Grand Finale Update (13Dec2021): Grand Finale is scheduled for Dec 18th (2 Groups: 6 to 9th Grade, Undergrad & Graduates) & Dec 19th (2 Groups: 3rd to 5th & 10th to 12th graders), 8 AM to 11 AM IST. Please check your emails & follow the RIC2021 International WhatsApp chat for details.

Round#2 Update (28Nov2021): Below is the list of participants who made it to the Grand Finale of RIC 2021 (International). Request all the finalists to please read the instructions carefully and swing into action. All finalists have to complete below 2 assignments before the grand finale which will happen in the 2^nd week of Dec (date & time to be confirmed in a week). Congratulations to all the participants!!

Assignment #1 (Nov 29^th to Dec 5^th):

1. Identify top weakness and overcome
2. Prepare a 2 – 3 min video and submit from students dashboard as GF video1 (camera in horizontal position at face / neck level) on or before Dec 4^th

1. • Self-Introduction
   • Describe your weakness & How you overcame that
   • Benefits

Assignment #2 (Dec 6^th to Dec 12^th):

1. Identify top strength and prepare the roadmap for your success using the top strength & avoiding 1 weakness (7 – 15 year plan i.e. Aspiration e.g. IAS, Scientist, Actor, Doctor etc.)
2. Prepare a 2 – 3 min video and submit from students dashboard as GF video2 (camera in horizontal position at face / neck level) on or before Dec 11^th
   • Self-Introduction
   • Describe top strength & aspiration of life
   • Present Roadmap (i.e. how you will achieve that goal / pursue aspiration of your life)

RIC2021 Finalists:

Category#1 (Grade 3^rd – 5^th):

*Due to a tie in scores, 6 participants are selected as an exception.

Category#2 (Grade 6^th to 9^th):

*Due to a tie in scores, 6 participants are selected as an exception.

Category#3 (Grade 10^th to 12^th):

Category#4 (Undergrad & Grad):

Grand Finale Rules: (Audio & Video Round, Date(s) TBC):

1. Speech Round: Students have to speak (without looking left, right, up or down, look straight into the camera and speak (strictly no mug up / readouts) for 3 mins each on TWO topics from the “25 Proposed Themes / Topics for RIC2021”. Speech should include min 3 pros & cons + conclusion.
   1. Topic#1 (10 Points): Judge’s Choice1: Judges will give the FIRST topic from the list of 25 and the finalist will have to present their views on that (maximum of 3 minutes)
   2. Topic#2 (10 Points): Judges Choice2: Judges will also give the SECOND topic from the list of 25 and all finalists will have to speak on that 2nd topic as well (Note: Exception for class 3rd – 5^th students, they can choose to prepare on any TWO topics of their own choice from the list of 25 and speak, no mug up / readouts; (maximum of 3 minutes for all categories)
2. Questionnaire Round (10 Points): Judges could ask them any generic question(s) or give them any problem (example: How to deal with trash on the streets, air pollution, lack of playgrounds, street protests, corruption, media manipulation, ignorant leaders, ignorant societies etc.) and ask for their views / solution (maximum of 3 minutes).

*All participants will be evaluated for a total of 30 points in the grand finale. 

We thank you for your patience and support! For any further queries, call us / WhatsApp on Cell # +91 8688120864 / +91 9441456061 (11 AM to 7 PM IST, Mon to Sat) or write to us at [email protected]

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Round#1 Update (28Oct2021): Below is the list of participants who made it to the Round#2 of RIC 2021 (International). Request all the participants to please read the instructions for round#2 screening carefully and start preparing. Team RIC will reach out to all of you on email / WhatsApp. Round#2 screening will start in the 2nd week of Nov, further details to be shared in the email / WhatsApp. A 2-episode television-series will be made on RIC 2021 (International) comprising of Round#2 & Grand Finale and will be aired on Republic TV & Republic Bharat (Our National Media Partner). We thank you for your patience and support! For any further queries, call us / WhatsApp on Cell # +91 8688120864 / +91 9441456061 (11 AM to 7 PM IST) or write to us at [email protected]

Congratulations & we wish you all an enjoyable experience…

About RIC

Read India Celebration (International) is not a competition but a stage to celebrate knowledge and independent thinking as essence of life. One of its kind annual Readership and Leadership initiative for students (from Class 3 to Postgraduates) + Citizens (from RIC2022) to indulge in a transformative practical reading, problem solving and leadership experience. A platform to share knowledge, discuss ideas & solutions to issues that matter to us. A journey to spread awareness about the value and importance of Gyan & Independent Thinking as a path to progress, prosperity & peaceful coexistence.

A grand stage to remind all of us that our own ignorance, ignorant people & ignorant societies are the greatest threat to our wellness and the ecosystem we live in. It is to empower Shikshit (literate) to become Vidyavan. Well and truly an experience where every participant is a winner in their own way!

 

RIC 2021 – Read, Think, Act – Is to empower the Read (3R’s), Think (Independent), Act (Intelligent) factor…

1. 1. Read focuses on 3 R’s
      • Reading Books
      • Reading Self
      • Reading Situations
   2. Think focuses on 3 things that can be done to make progress
   3. Act emphasizes doing those 3 things daily

Students can participate in Read India Celebration 2021 (International) in 3 simple steps:

• 1. Register
  2. Read – Read a book or research on a topic (refer to the proposed list of 25 themes/topics below; students are free to choose any book/topic of their choice)
  3. Submit 2 files (1 Document & 1 Video from Upload Files section in Students Dashboard)

a.  Doc file: A4 size, 2 pages (PDF or MS Word doc)

• • Page 1: Summarize the message & learnings from the book/present views on the research topic /  theme (Minimum 3 Pros & Cons + conclusion) in your own words (*Note: It’s either book or presenting views on a topic but not both)
  • Page 2: Describe any generic problem (e.g. Air pollution, corruption, media manipulation, disruption due to street protests, river pollution, drying of lakes, lack of playgrounds etc.) of importance to you and propose a solution

b.  Video file: Make a 1 to 2 minutes video (Camera at face level, cell phone in a horizontal position, looking into the camera, speak with the face clearly visible & voice audible, should not be a readout!) about the message & learning from the book/research topic or the problem & solution starting with a self-introduction

*Submit both doc & video files at the same time, if possible else one after the other i.e., select 2 files and click on save & continue from student’s dashboard (Upload Files Section). To check the files got submitted, go to Upload Files and check if you can view & download, no email will be sent for confirmation / submission.

*For students in India, Hindi & English language submissions are allowed.

Note: Students of all nationalities from around the world can participate. International submissions only in English language.

(Download eBook – Leading Self & Beyond)

Key Milestones & Timelines for RIC 2021 (Updated on 09Oct2021):

1. 1. Student Registrations – Closed
   2. Student Submissions – Closed
   3. Round #1 Evaluations – Completed
   4. Leadership Coaching Sessions For Round#2 Qualifiers – Completed
   5. Round #2 Screening – Nov 2021 – Completed
   6. Grand Finale – 2nd or 3rd week of Dec 2021 – Completed

Vision: Transition to Vidyavan (knowledge-based) society from a Shikshit (literate) society.

Read India Celebration is an experience:

Only knowledge-based & independent thinking cultures can manifest into knowledge-based economies which pave the way to prosperity and harmony. This initiative is to sow/enhance seeds of “Gyan and Leadership through Readership (i.e., reading books, self & situations)”. Practical reading is the key to success. “No Reading, No Success” is one of the key messages of RIC.

Read books & ‘Self” to experience how practical reading & problem-solving initiates us into knowledge & independent thinking. All successful people and leaders in the world are readers. The connection between vidya, readership & success is well established, world over. Reading books broadens & deepens the knowledge base and Reading Self leads to Knowing Self (i.e., knowing our strengths, priorities, areas of improvements, path of pursuance, happiness, pockets of distress, ignorance and much more) and Knowing Self is the basis to Leading Self > Living Life!

*Remember, ignorance is bliss followed by distress. Independent thinking & gyan (/knowledge) are not an option for an individual but the only path to growth, prosperity, and harmony!

Nominated book for the year 2021 – Leading Self & Beyond (Download eBook)

Proposed Topic for the year 2021 –” Use, Addiction and Abuse of Technology” – Can technology potentially empower (effective use) or hamper youth (addiction / abuse) of nations / world?

Why this topic for 2021?

Children & youth worldwide are increasingly spending more time on technology, gadgets, the internet, gaming, social media, TV, etc. with the advent of the Corona pandemic. According to research, children and youth all over the world are exposed to enormous risks & dangers with increased exposure to technology, and the only viable solution is increased awareness amongst students and youth who can draw the line between use and abuse, utility and futility of technology.

Evaluation criteria for Round#1:

1. Step 1: Video submissions will be evaluated for a total of 100 points (i.e. 25 points each for content, communication, research rigor / depth in understanding, creativity as part of elimination).
2. Step 2: Both document (Page#1 & Page#2) and video file will be re-evaluated for 300 points, 100 each for 3 submissions, and the criteria remain the same.

*A total of 100 students will qualify for round# 2 from the online submissions i.e. 25 each from all the 4 categories.

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Cadence & Instructions for Round#2:

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Step#1: Special feature of RIC 2021 for round #2 qualifiers – Leadership coaching sessions by experts

1. Topic: ‘Purpose of Education’ by Dr. Pradeep Kumar Ramancharla (Professor, AO – IIIT, Hyderabad) – 9th, Nov 2021, 5 to 6 PM IST (Zoom Meeting)
2. Topic: ‘Global Citizens and Leadership – New Normalcy’ by Raj Panishetty (IT Automation Head / Senior Vice President, Global Bank, New York) – 11th, Nov 2021, 5 – 6 PM (Zoom Meeting)
3. Renowned Security Expert, Policy Analyst, Author – Abhinav Pandya (Founder & CEO, USANAS Foundation, Rajasthan)

Step2# (Audio & Video Screening; Zoom / Google Meet):

1. Speech Round: Students must speak (without looking left or right, look straight into the camera and speak, strictly no readouts) for 3 mins each on any 2 topics from the below “25 Proposed Themes / Topics for RIC2021”. Speech should include min 3 pros & cons + conclusion.
   1. Topic#1 (10 Points): Students Choice: Students are free to pick & prepare on any ONE topic of their choice from the list of 25 topics below
   2. Topic#2 (10 Points): Judges Choice: Judges will give the SECOND topic from the list of 25 topics and student will have to speak on that 2nd topic (Note: Exception for class 3rd – 5th, they can choose to prepare on 2 topics of their choice)
2. Questionnaire Round (10 Points): Judges could ask them any generic question or give them any problem (example: How to deal with trash on the streets, air pollution, lack of playgrounds, street protests, corruption, media manipulation, ignorant leaders, ignorant societies etc.) and ask for their views / solutions.

*All participants will be evaluated for a total of 30 points. 

Out of the 125 students in round#2, 4 participants + 1 wild card entry from each category (i.e. Category 1 – 3rd to 5th Grade; Category 2 – 6th to 9th Grade, Category 3 – 10th to 12th Grade, Category 4 – Undergrad & Graduates will make it to the RIC2021 Grand Finale which will be a speech & questionnaire round.

*Grand Finale shall be organized in the 2nd week of Dec 2021 on similar grounds as round#2. Details for the Grand Finale shall be confirmed in the 1st week of December 2021.

Proposed Themes / Topics for RIC 2021 (Applicable for Round#1, 2 & Grand Finale)

1. The Road ahead for Humanity – Knowledge Based Culture Vs Commerce Based Culture?
2. Leadership Styles – Values or Valuables; Greed or Honesty; Service or Grandeur
3. Entrepreneurs Vs Job Seekers (Risk Vs Comfort?)
4. Creativity Vs Knowledge Vs Logic
5. Top priorities for state – Education, Health Care, Nature Care & Employment Creation?
6. Merit Based Society Vs Group or People Controlled Society – Pros & Cons!!
7. Beliefs Based Society Vs Independent Thinking Society – Merits & Demerits!!
8. Technology for Evolution (choice) Vs Technology for Devolution (addiction & abuse)?
9. Between Use and Abuse of Natural Resources – How to strike a balance?
10. Corona – Crisis Vs Opportunity Vs Punishment?
11. People in Policy – Courage (& the price to be paid) Vs Fear (& consequences)
12. A Progressive Society – Is it People or State-driven?
13. A cultural shift to nurturing creativity – From being part of the problem (/silent) to being part of the solution (think & experiment solutions!)
14. Leaders – How to draw the line between need & greed?
15. Is there a need to introduce a global citizen element in the school education system keeping the local flavors?
16. Indian Education Systems
17. Global Education Systems
18. The road to economic recovery for nations/world post Covid-19
19. Fixing accountability on countries spreading pandemics/global unrest
20. The need for stronger & accountable global bodies to deal with 21st century pandemics/global challenges
21. Is there a need to add a course/subject on Emotional Intelligence as part of the curriculum for high school students globally?
22. A student’s guide to preparing for the Unknowns & Uncertainties in life!
23. Is Knowledge the only thread which can keep the world united & harmonious in diversity?
24. Why do Ignorance & Intelligence go together in the “I / Self”? and how does one know from where the self is operating often (Intelligence or Ignorance?)?
25. Are Ignorant Leaders the greatest threat to our planet?

The winners in each category will be awarded

1. Category 1 | Grade 3rd to 5th – 1st Prize: Laptop; 2nd Prize: Tablet + Prize Money
2. Category 2 | Grade 6th to 9th – 1st Prize: Laptop; 2nd Prize: Tablet + Prize Money
3. Category 3 | 10th to 12th – 1st Prize: Laptop; 2nd Prize: Tablet + Prize Money
4. Category 4 | Undergrad & Grad – 1st Prize: Laptop; 2nd Prize: Tablet + Prize Money

For any further queries, please feel free to call on Cell# +91 8688 120 864 or write to us @ [email protected]

Enjoy the knowledge festival!!