Zonal Round of Mega Campus Quiz 2K25 Held at St. Mary’s College, Thrissur on January 21, 2025

The first zonal round of the Mega Campus Quiz 2K25, organized by St. Thomas College, Thrissur (Autonomous) in association with Catalyst Education and CampusNews.in, was conducted successfully at St. Mary’s College (Autonomous), Thrissur. The event began at 10:30 AM with an inaugural address by Mr. Deepak Ravindran, Business Development Manager of Catalyst Education.

The quiz witnessed enthusiastic participation from 138 students across various courses. It was a general quiz that encompassed a broad range of topics, including General Knowledge (India & Kerala), Science & Technology, History & Politics, Economics & Business, Current Affairs, and Miscellaneous subjects.

Well-organized format

The event featured a well-organized format where participants answered 30 questions, each allotted a time of one minute. The questions, crafted by CampusNews.in, were unique, informative, and designed to serve as an educational tool rather than merely a competitive exercise. The automation of the quiz ensured a seamless experience, with questions transitioning every 60 seconds.

The zonal round was meticulously coordinated by the Quiz Club of St. Mary’s College under the leadership of Dr. Litty Mathew Irimpan, the Quiz Club Coordinator. With dedicated efforts from student volunteers, the event was executed in a systematic and professional manner.

Positive feedback

Participants appreciated the quiz for its engaging and informative approach, with many expressing their positive feedback. The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Dr. Litty Mathew Irimpan, acknowledging the contributions of all involved in making the event a resounding success.

The top five teams from this zonal round advanced to the semi-finals, securing a minimum third prize of ₹1,000. They will compete with winners from the remaining zonal rounds to secure a spot in the finals. The semi-final and final rounds are scheduled to take place in February 2025 at St. Thomas College (Autonomous), Thrissur.

The prize structure of the Mega Campus Quiz 2K25 boasts a total prize pool of ₹60,000. The winning team in the finals will be awarded ₹10,000, while the four runner-up teams will receive ₹2,500 each. Additionally, the 40 teams selected for the semi-finals will be assured a minimum prize of ₹1,000.

The upcoming zonal rounds will be hosted at the following institutions:

Nirmala College of Arts & Science, Meloor Chalakudy
St. Joseph’s College (Autonomous), Irinjalakuda
Prajyoti Niketan College, Pudukad
St. Aloysius College, Elthuruth
Christ College (Autonomous), Irinjalakuda
Naipunnya Institute of Management and Information Technology, Pongam
Sahrdaya College of Advanced Studies, Kodakara

The event has set the stage for an exciting journey toward the finals, highlighting the importance of quizzes as a powerful educational tool and a platform for showcasing student talent.