Nature Olympiad
Educating Young Minds on Local Forests, National Parks & Biodiversity
The Nature Olympiad is a prestigious competition designed to educate students about local forests, national parks, and biodiversity. This initiative fosters a deeper understanding of nature, encourages scientific thinking, and inspires young minds to contribute to conservation efforts.
🎯 Objectives
✅ Enhance awareness of local forests, national parks, and biodiversity.
✅ Provide a platform for students to showcase their knowledge and skills in nature sciences.
✅ Instill a sense of responsibility towards conservation and sustainability.
👥 Who Can Participate?
The Olympiad is conducted in five categories:
📘 Category 1: Students of Class 6 & 7
📗 Category 2: High school students
📙 Category 3: PUC (Class 11 & 12) students
📕 Category 4: Undergraduate (UG) students
📔 Category 5: Postgraduate (PG) students
📜 Format & Rounds
The Nature Olympiad is conducted in two rounds:
📝 Preliminary Round: A written test covering key topics in biodiversity, local ecosystems, conservation strategies, and sustainability.
🏆 Finals: An advanced assessment involving factual questions, case studies, and practical applications.
Both rounds are conducted at various centres across Karnataka to ensure accessibility and participation from students across the state.
📖 Study Material
All registered participants will receive study material based on the Olympiad syllabus to help them prepare effectively for the competition.
🏅 Awards & Recognition
🎖️ Participants will receive certificates.
🥇 Top performers will be honored with medals and trophies.
🌱 Winners will also get opportunities to participate in conservation projects and mentorship programs led by experts.
🌍 Why Join the Nature Olympiad?
📖 Gain Knowledge: Learn about Karnataka’s rich biodiversity and conservation efforts.
🌿 Become an Environmental Leader: Take initiative in preserving natural ecosystems.
🔬 Connect with Experts: Engage with conservationists, scientists, and like-minded peers.
💰 Participation Fee
A nominal participation fee is applicable, which varies based on the participant’s category. The exact fee details will be reflected in the application form.
📅 Registration Details
📌 Registration Opens: 22 May, 2025
📌 Last Date to Register: 30 June, 2025
📌 Competition Dates: To be declared
📌 Mode of Examination: Offline (at designated centres across Karnataka)
✍️ How to Register?
Interested participants can register through our official website by filling out the online registration form. Schools and colleges can also enroll students in groups by contacting our organising team.
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