International Current Affairs Competition
Empowering young minds,
one question at a time!
GEMA’s International Current Affairs Competition is an exciting platform designed to enhance students’ awareness of the world around them. Aimed at students from grades 1-8, this competition covers a wide range of topics including global events, environmental issues, famous personalities, and technological advancements. Through a fun and interactive multiple-choice quiz format, we challenge young learners to stay informed and think critically about important issues.
Last Date of Registration
1st December 2026
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8th December 2026
Fees
US$ 15
Important Dates
&
10th December 2026
Mock Test
to
9th December 2026 11:00 PM
AI Proctored Exam
Automatically terminates if unusual behavior is found.
Syllabus
What's in the Syllabus?
Every Grade has 5 sections an equal number of questions will be asked in each section in the exam.
Grade 1-2
- Famous Personalities (simple identification)
- International Sports (Olympics, World Cup)
- Popular Cartoons and Animated Characters (Mickey Mouse, Dora, etc..
- Animals and Their Habitats (polar bears in the Arctic, lions in the savannah)
- Children’s Literature and Books (like fairy tales, famous children’s authors)
Grade 3-4
5 sections | 35 Marks| 35 Questions | 60 Min
- Important World Leaders
- Countries and Capitals (with recent changes)
- Space Discoveries (space missions, astronauts)
- Science and Technology Innovations (simple examples)
- Key Global Events (natural disasters, new findings)
Grade 5-6
5 sections | 35 Marks| 35 Questions | 60 Min
- Political and Social Leaders (recent elections, leadership changes)
- Major Global Conferences (climate, education summits)
- Recent Scientific Innovations (AI, health-related research)
- Significant World Events (natural disasters, international collaborations)
- Sports Tournaments (World Cup, Olympics, international events)
Grade 7-8
5 sections | 50 Marks | 50 Questions | 60 Min
- Geopolitical Changes (recent conflicts, treaties, global shifts)
- Technological Advancements (AI, space missions, renewable energy)
- Climate Change (global efforts, major environmental milestones)
- Global Economy (important trade agreements, inflation, world markets)
- Economic Organizations (World Bank, IMF, United Nations)
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Exam Format
Online & Pen-Paper Exam
Choose the mode that suits you best.
Online Mode (AI Proctored)
- Secure and fair examination
- AI based proctoring
- Automatic termination on unusual behavior
Pen & Paper Mode
- Conducted at participating schools
- Supervised by teachers
- Safe and reliable
Important Dates
Stay updated with the latest registration deadline and exam date.
Last date of registration
1st December 2026 for 6th December 2026
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Last date of registration
8th December 2026 for 10th December 2026
Why Choose Us?
A Global Platform for Young Minds
More than just a competition – it’s a journey of knowledge, confidence, and global awareness.
Builds Global Awareness
Develops Critical Thinking
Fun & interactive Quiz Format
Medals, Trophies & Detailed Report
Testimonials
What Participants & Parents Say
“My child became much more interested in what was happening around the world. The competition made learning current affairs exciting rather than feeling like another school assignment.”
“I really enjoyed answering questions about countries, sports, famous people and new discoveries. It was fun to test how much I knew about the world!”
“The competition encourages students to look beyond their textbooks and develop curiosity about the world around them. It is a great way to make current affairs part of everyday learning.”
“What I liked most was that my child was learning without feeling pressured. After the competition, we started discussing news and interesting events at home too.”
“I liked the challenge of choosing questions from different topics. It made me curious to learn more about things I didn't know before.”
“The competition provides students with an opportunity to build awareness, curiosity and confidence while developing a broader understanding of the world.”
“It helped my child become more curious about the world.”
“Learning about the world became fun and exciting!”