Geneva Quiz 2026: Powerful Contests Inspire 50 Students
Report on 77th Anniversary Geneva Convention District-Level Competition
Geneva Quiz and awareness competitions marked the 77th Anniversary of the Geneva Conventions at Kamaraj College (Autonomous), Thoothukudi, on 13 August 2026. The Youth Red Cross of Kamaraj College, in association with the Indian Red Cross Society – Tamil Nadu Branch, organized the district-level programme to promote humanitarian values and social awareness among students.
A total of 50 students from various departments and institutions participated in the programme. Moreover, five competitions gave the participants an opportunity to express their knowledge, creativity and concern for important social issues.
Objectives of the Programme
The Geneva Quiz programme aimed to create awareness about the Geneva Conventions and introduce students to the principles of humanitarian service.
The key objectives included:
- Create awareness about the Geneva Conventions
- Highlight the humanitarian contributions of Henry Dunant
- Promote awareness about child abuse and child labour
- Encourage drug abuse prevention
- Develop writing, speaking and creative skills
- Promote compassion and social responsibility
Thus, the programme combined student competitions with humanitarian education.
Inaugural Ceremony
The programme commenced with the Tamil Thai Vaazhthu, followed by the ceremonial lighting of the lamp.
Dr. S. Nazerath Nisha, YRC Coordinator, delivered the welcome address and warmly welcomed the dignitaries, participants and gathering.
Following the welcome, Dr. S. Senthil, Vice Principal, delivered the presidential address. He encouraged the students to participate actively and understand the humanitarian values promoted through the programme.
Importance of the Geneva Conventions
Dr. N. Sudha Kumari, Chief Guest of the programme, delivered an informative address on the significance of the Geneva Conventions.
She explained their importance in protecting human dignity and promoting humanitarian principles during armed conflicts. Furthermore, her address helped the participants understand the values of humanity, compassion and respect for human life.
Dr. R. Karuppasamy, Managing Committee Member of the Indian Red Cross Society, also shared valuable insights with the students. His interaction further strengthened their understanding of humanitarian service and the role of the Red Cross movement.
5 Competitions for Young Minds
As part of the Geneva Quiz programme, the organizers conducted five competitions based on humanitarian personalities and important social issues.
- English Essay Writing: Henry Dunant
- Tamil Essay Writing: Henry Dunant
- English Oratorical: Child Abuse and Child Labour
- Tamil Oratorical: Child Abuse and Child Labour
- Painting: Drug Abuse Prevention
These competitions encouraged students to research important topics and communicate meaningful social messages. In addition, the activities helped participants improve their writing, public speaking and artistic skills.
Remembering Henry Dunant
The essay writing competitions focused on Henry Dunant, whose humanitarian vision led to the creation of the Red Cross movement.
Through their essays, students explored his life, humanitarian work and contribution to the development of international humanitarian action. Moreover, the topic encouraged participants to understand how compassion and individual initiative can create lasting social change.
Awareness on Child Protection
The English and Tamil oratorical competitions focused on child abuse and child labour.
Students expressed their views on protecting children and ensuring their rights, safety and access to education. Furthermore, the competition encouraged participants to speak confidently about important social concerns.
The activity helped students understand that protecting children requires awareness, responsibility and collective action.
Creative Campaign Against Drug Abuse
The painting competition focused on drug abuse prevention. Participants used their artistic abilities to communicate the harmful consequences of substance abuse.
Through colours, illustrations and creative messages, the students promoted healthy choices and drug-free living. Therefore, the competition combined artistic expression with an important social awareness message.
50 Students Participate
A total of 50 students from various departments and institutions participated enthusiastically in the district-level programme.
The diverse participation created a lively learning environment. Moreover, students gained an opportunity to interact with participants from other institutions while demonstrating their individual talents.
Their enthusiastic involvement contributed significantly to the success of the programme.
Promoting Humanitarian Values
The Geneva Quiz programme encouraged students to understand that humanitarian values remain relevant in everyday life.
The activities highlighted several important values:
- Humanity and compassion
- Respect for human dignity
- Protection of vulnerable people
- Social responsibility
- Child protection
- Drug-free living
- Service to society
As a result, the programme encouraged participants to connect academic knowledge with responsible citizenship.
Programme Outcomes
The programme successfully created awareness about humanitarian principles while providing students with opportunities to develop their talents.
Through the Geneva Quiz and associated competitions, students were able to:
- Understand the significance of the Geneva Conventions
- Learn about Henry Dunant and the Red Cross movement
- Develop awareness about child abuse and child labour
- Understand the importance of drug abuse prevention
- Improve writing and public speaking skills
- Express social messages through creative art
- Develop humanitarian and socially responsible values
Consequently, the programme offered both educational enrichment and meaningful social awareness.
Conclusion
Overall, the Geneva Quiz and the 77th Anniversary Geneva Convention District-Level Competitions provided an informative and engaging platform for 50 students.
The addresses by Dr. N. Sudha Kumari and Dr. R. Karuppasamy enriched the participants’ understanding of humanitarian principles. Meanwhile, the five competitions encouraged students to explore the contributions of Henry Dunant and raise awareness about child protection and drug abuse prevention.
At the conclusion of the programme, Dr. D. Magesh, Assistant Coordinator, proposed the vote of thanks. He expressed gratitude to the dignitaries, organizers, participating institutions and students for their contribution to the successful conduct of the event.
The programme successfully promoted the values of humanity, compassion, awareness and social responsibility among young people.
Internal Links
External Links
- International Committee of the Red Cross – Learn about the Geneva Conventions and international humanitarian law.
- Indian Red Cross Society – Explore Red Cross humanitarian programmes and community service initiatives in India.