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The International Current Affairs Competition is open to students in Grades 1 to 8. The Syllabus and difficulty level are age-appropriate. Ensuring a fair and engaging learning experience for every participant.

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

5 sections | 20 Marks | 20 Section | 60 Min

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)

International Curriculum Guide

Which Competition Category Is Right for My Child?

Students may study under different national and international education systems. To make participation easier for parents, schools, and teachers. The table below provides a reference for understanding how different curricula and school systems correspond to the age and grade structure used for the International Current Affairs Competition.

Use your child's age, current class and curriculum to identify the appropriate competition category.

Curriculum & Academic Programmed

The following reference table shows different international school systems, national curricula, and academic programmes, along with their corresponding school stages and grade levels.

What Will Students Learn?

Students will explore a wide range of engaging, age-appropriate topics to help them understand the world and develop critical-thinking skills.

Global Events

Discover important events and developments from around the world.

Famous Personalities

Learn about influential leaders, personalities, and people who have made an impact.

Science & Technology

Explore discoveries, innovations, and technological advancements.

International Sports

Understand major sporting events. Tournaments and international competitions.

Environment & Climate

Build awareness of environmental issues and climate-related developments.

Critical Thinking

Develop curiosity, awareness, and independent thinking through current affairs.

Learning That Grows With Every Grade

Children’s understanding of the word develops as they progress through school. That’s why the competition uses different categories for different grade groups – from familiar topics in the early grades to more advanced global developments in the higher grades.

More Than a Competition

The competition helps students develop important life skills while learning about the world.

Age-Appropriate Learning

Structured according to the student’s academic level.

Global Awareness

Understand people, countries and events beyond their surrondings.

Curiosity & Knowledge

Encourages students to ask questions and explore new subjects.

Healthy Competition

An opportunity to test knowledge. Challenge yourself and measure progress.