Online world connect challenge

1.Concept

The Public Speaking Video Competition provides students with a platform to express ideas, challenge perspectives, and demonstrate persuasive communication. Participants deliver a 2-minute recorded speech on contemporary issues, evaluated for clarity, originality, and impact.

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2.Topics (Choose One Option)

• Surveillance is the price of security
• Failure is the best teacher
• Climate change starts with me
• Cancel Culture: Accountability or Mob Justice?
• Is social media rewiring human intelligence?
• Entrepreneurship should replace traditional employment
• Is sustainable living realistic or idealistic?
• Consumerism is the engine of modern exploitation
• Dreams for sale, action for auction
• Strong leaders or strong institutions — what matters more?

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3.Submission Guidelines & Rules and Regulations

1. Evaluation Criteria (50 Total Marks)

Criteria	Marks
Content & Structure	20
Clarity & Pronunciation	10
Delivery	10
Originality & Impact	10

 

2.Speech Format Requirements

• Speech duration: Minimum 1 minute 30 seconds and Maximum 2 minutes
• Speeches exceeding 2 minutes will incur a penalty of up to 5 marks or disqualification.
• The speech must address the selected topic.
• Language of delivery – English language only

3.Video Recording Specifications

To ensure fairness and standardization:

• Video must be recorded in landscape (horizontal) format.
• The participant must be clearly visible.
• Audio must be clear and free from excessive background noise.
• Adequate lighting must be used.
• No background music, sound effects, or visual overlays permitted.
• Minimal editing allowed (basic trimming only).
• No teleprompters or visible cue cards allowed.

4.Originality & Academic Integrity

• The speech must be the participant’s original work.
• Plagiarism, copying, or use of previously published speeches is strictly prohibited.
• Use of AI-generated scripts without significant personal adaptation is discouraged and may affect scoring under originality criteria.
• The organizers reserve the right to screen submissions for plagiarism.

5.Submission Process

Participants must:

• Submit their video via (Google Form / Official Email / Submission Portal) (TBD)
• Use the prescribed file format: MP4, MOV, or AVI.
• Ensure file size does not exceed (Limit: 500 MB).
• Submit before the official deadline – 13^th March 2026, 23:59pm
• Late submissions will not be accepted.

Required information with submission:

• Full Name
• Institution Name
• Current Class/Year
• Contact Information
• Selected Topic

Incomplete submissions may be rejected.

6.Evaluation Process

• The Speech Contest is being held in the English language only.
• Male and female students, both are eligible to participate.
• Each participant will deliver a minimum of 1 minute and 30 seconds and a maximum of 2 minutes speech on one of the given topics.
• Each participant may submit only one entry. Group submissions are not permitted (individual participation only).
• The panel of three judges will be selected by the University itself whose decision will be final and unchallengeable at any level including court of law.
• The Judges can disqualify any speaker, if found using un-parliamentary language or passing derogatory remarks. Speakers must not make controversial, or sectarian remarks, particularly regarding religions, genders, or political officials.
• Reading from papers or notes is strictly prohibited. Violating this rule can lead to immediate disqualification.
• Scores will not be publicly disclosed unless specified.
• The evaluation will be based strictly on the official judging rubric.
• All entries will be evaluated after the submission deadline.

7.Code of Conduct

Participants must:

• Maintain professional decorum.
• Avoid hate speech, discriminatory remarks, or offensive content.
• Refrain from political campaigning or religious provocation.
• Ensure attire and presentation are appropriate for an academic setting.

Entries violating ethical or professional standards will be disqualified.

8.Intellectual Property & Usage Rights

By submitting a video, participants:

• Grant organizers the right to use, publish, or share submitted videos for promotional or academic purposes.
• Retain personal ownership of their work.

9. Organizer’s Rights

The organizing committee reserves the right to:

• Modify competition dates if necessary.
• Disqualify entries that do not comply with the rules.
• Cancel the competition in case of unforeseen circumstances.

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4. Awards & Recognition

• Certificates will be awarded to winners/all participants (TBD)
• The winners will be given awards/prizes (TBD)
• Top 5 videos will be featured on social media
• A “People’s Choice Award” will be given to the most liked video

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✍️ Answer Guidelines for Students

To score well in this quiz, students must write 6–10 sentence paragraphs for each question. Your answers will be evaluated based on clarity, reasoning, and originality, copy pasted text from the internet will be straightaway disqualified.

1.Structure Your Paragraph Properly

Each answer should include:

• Opening Sentence: Clearly address the question
• Explanation: Provide reasoning, examples, or analysis
• Conclusion: End with a thoughtful closing statement

2.Use Clear and Logical Thinking

• Explain your ideas step by step
• Avoid one-line or vague answers
• Support opinions with examples (real-life, national, or global)

3.Show Critical Thinking

Students are encouraged to:

• Compare different viewpoints
• Analyze causes and effects
• Suggest solutions where required
• Express independent and original ideas

4.Maintain Relevance

• Stay focused on the question
• Do not copy memorized textbook content
• Avoid irrelevant storytelling

5.Language and Presentation

• Write in clear English
• Use proper grammar and complete sentences
• Maintain neat and readable handwriting (if written exam)
• Avoid excessive repetition

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📊 Marking Rubric (Per Question)

Each question will be marked out of 10 Marks.

Criteria	Marks	Description
Understanding of the Question	2 Marks	Shows clear understanding and directly addresses the question
Content & Knowledge	2 Marks	Includes relevant facts, ideas, or examples
Critical Thinking & Analysis	3 Marks	Demonstrates reasoning, opinion, evaluation, or depth of thought
Organization & Structure	2 Marks	Logical flow, well-structured paragraph (5–8 sentences)
Language & Clarity	1 Mark	Grammar, vocabulary, and clarity of expression

Total per Question = 10 Marks
Total for Quiz (10 Questions) = 100 Marks

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🧠 What an Excellent Answer Looks Like (Sample Expectations)

High Scoring Answer (8–10 Marks)

• Fully answers the question
• Includes logical reasoning and real-life examples
• Shows originality and strong critical thinking
• Well-structured 6–10 sentence paragraph
• Clear and fluent language

Average Answer (5–7 Marks)

• Basic understanding of the question
• Some explanation but limited depth
• Few examples or general statements
• Minor language or structure issues

Low Scoring Answer (1–4 Marks)

• Incomplete or off-topic response
• Very short (less than 5 sentences)
• Lack of reasoning or explanation
• Poor clarity or grammatical errors

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⭐ Important Instructions

• Do not copy from the internet or textbooks
• Use your own words and ideas
• Quality of thinking matters more than length
• Original and thoughtful answers will be rewarded

This quiz is designed to assess not only your knowledge, but also your analytical ability, creativity, and critical thinking skills, which are essential for higher education and future academic success.

1.Concept

Participants will design an original “Google-style doodle” based on a given theme.
The doodle must creatively reinterpret the Google logo while reflecting the theme through illustration, symbolism, and message.

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2.Suggested Themes (You Can Choose One)

• Pakistan in 2047
• Women Who Changed Pakistan
• Celebrating Diversity
• My City Through My Eyes
• My superpower is…
• The Stories We Carry
• Designing My Destiny
• Google Goes Green
• Festivals of the World
• Breaking Stereotypes

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3.Submission Guidelines

1. Judging Criteria (50 Marks)

Criteria	Marks
Creativity & Originality	20
Relevance to Theme	10
Visual Impact & Composition	10
Concept & Symbolism	10

 

2. Design Requirements

• Must creatively incorporate the word “Google” into the artwork.
• Artwork must reflect the announced theme.
• Must be entirely original.
• No copyrighted images or AI-generated full artwork.
• The submitted Doodle is two-dimensional and scannable.
• Medium options:
  • Hand-drawn (scanned clearly)
  • Digital illustration

3. Technical Specifications

Digital submissions only:

• Format: JPG or PNG
• High resolution (minimum 300 DPI recommended)
• Maximum file size: (e.g., 100MB)

If hand-drawn scan the document clearly with

• White background preferred
• Proper lighting when photographed
• No shadows or tilted images

4.Submission Process

Participants must submit:

• Final artwork file
• Full Name
• Institution Name
• Program/Class
• Contact Information
• 150–200-word artist statement explaining concept

Submission via:

• Google Form / Email
  Deadline: 13^th March 2026, 23:59pm

Late or incomplete submissions will not be accepted.

5.Rules & Regulations

DOODLE REQUIREMENTS: The Doodle and supporting statements must meet the following criteria (“Doodle Requirements”):

• They must not be derogatory, offensive, threatening, defamatory, disparaging, libellous or contain any content that is inappropriate, indecent, sexual, profane, tortuous, slanderous, discriminatory in any way, or that promotes hatred or harm against any group or person, or otherwise does not comply with the theme and spirit of the Contest.
• They must not contain content, material or any element that is unlawful, or otherwise in violation of or contrary to all applicable federal, state, or local laws and regulations including the laws or regulations in any state where the Doodle and supporting statement are created.
• They must not contain any content, material or element that displays any third-party advertising, slogan, logo, trademark, representation of characters indicating a sponsorship or endorsement by a third party, commercial entity or that is not within the spirit of the Contest, as determined by Sponsor, in its sole discretion.
• They must be original, unpublished works that do not contain, incorporate or otherwise use any content, material or element that is owned by a third party or entity.
• The submitted Doodle must be the Entrant’s own original work. While the use of any generative artificial intelligence (AI) for brainstorming and conceptualization is permitted, the use of tools or technologies to create, in whole or in part, any portion of the Doodle is strictly prohibited. Judges reserve the right, in its sole discretion, to disqualify any submissions found to have used or suspected of having used generative AI.
• They cannot contain any content, element, or material that violates a third party’s publicity, privacy or intellectual property rights.
• The Doodle should be considerate of the privacy of the Entrant, as well as others who may potentially be depicted within it. Notably the Doodle may not include multiple people. Rather, the doodle may only include the Entrant.
• The Doodle is not the subject of any actual or threatened litigation or claim.
• The Entrant does not include any disparaging remarks relating to the Sponsor or a third party.
• The submitted Doodle is two-dimensional and scannable.

 

6.LIMIT: ONE (1) ENTRY PER ENTRANT

• Subsequent entries will be disqualified.

• Entries must be complete and received by March 13 2026, 23:59pm.
• The 150-200 words artist statement explaining concept must be in English language.
• Machine or computer-generated mass entries will be disqualified.
• Any submission not meeting the aforementioned criteria will be disqualified.
• UCP accepts no responsibility for submissions lost, delayed, damaged, defaced, or mislaid, however caused.

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4.Awards

• Certificates will be awarded to winners/all participants (TBD)
• The winners will be given awards/prizes (TBD)
• Top 5 designs will be featured on social media
• A “People’s Choice Award” will be given to the most liked design

The Malik family runs a small home-based online business in Lahore called “Trendify.”
They sell Gen Z products popular among teenagers and young adults, including:

• Custom phone cases
• Aesthetic tote bags
• Hoodies & streetwear
• Stickers and journaling kits

Most of their sales come through Instagram and WhatsApp.

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👨‍👩‍👧 Family Members Involved:

• Father (handles sourcing and supplier negotiations)
• Mother (manages packaging and order processing)
• Daughter, age 17 (runs Instagram, content, and customer replies)
• Son, age 13 (assists with packing and inventory)

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📊 Current Business Situation

📌 Monthly Revenue (Online Sales):

• Average monthly sales: PKR 320,000

📌 Monthly Expenses:

• Product sourcing & inventory: PKR 180,000
• Packaging & branding materials: PKR 20,000
• Delivery & courier charges: PKR 35,000
• Social media ads & promotions: PKR 15,000
• Internet & miscellaneous costs: PKR 10,000

Total Monthly Expenses: PKR 260,000

📌 Current Monthly Profit: PKR 60,000

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📌 Business Challenges: 

• Heavy dependence on Instagram for sales
• Increasing competition from other online youth brands
• No registered business or formal accounting system
• Occasional losses due to unsold trendy inventory
• Limited storage space at home
• A proposal to launch their own branded hoodie line
• An option to take a PKR 800,000 loan to build a small online studio and inventory setup

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🧠 Student Task (Financial & Business Strategy)

You are hired as a young business consultant to help the Malik family scale their Gen Z brand. Develop a financial and growth plan by addressing the following:

1. Should the family take the loan to expand their Gen Z product line? Justify your decision with risks and benefits.
2. How can the business increase profits while keeping products affordable for students?
3. What strategies can they use to manage trendy inventory and avoid financial losses?
4. How should they diversify income instead of relying only on Instagram sales?
5. What financial risks does this type of youth-focused online business face in Pakistan?
6. Suggest a 2-year step-by-step scaling plan (branding, marketing, investment, and savings).

Students must support their answers with logical reasoning, basic financial understanding (profit, cost, risk), and awareness of digital business trends.

Marking Rubric: Gen Z Business Growth Challenge (Trendify)

Total Marks: 25

(For a structured 1 – 2-page analytical response or short plan)

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1️⃣    Understanding of the Business Scenario (4 Marks)

Level	Description	Marks
Excellent	Clearly understands revenue, expenses, profit, and the Gen Z online business model	4
Good	Shows general understanding with minor missing details	3
Basic	Mentions the business but with limited financial awareness	2
Poor	Misunderstands the scenario or gives irrelevant points	1

 

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2️⃣    Financial Planning & Profit Strategy (5 Marks)

Level	Description	Marks
Excellent	Provides a realistic financial plan to increase profit (cost control, pricing, reinvestment, savings) with logical reasoning	5
Good	Suggests practical financial improvements but lacks depth or calculations	4
Satisfactory	Mentions increasing sales or reducing costs without a clear plan	3
Basic	Very limited financial strategy	2
Poor	No clear financial planning provided	1

 

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3️⃣    Loan Decision & Risk Analysis (4 Marks)

Level	Description	Marks
Excellent	Critically evaluates whether taking the loan is wise, considering risks, repayment, and business stability	4
Good	Gives a logical opinion on the loan with some risk awareness	3
Basic	Mentions loan benefits or risks but not both	2
Poor	No meaningful discussion of financial risk or loan impact	1

 

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4️⃣    Entrepreneurial Thinking & Innovation (4 Marks)

Level	Description	Marks
Excellent	Suggests creative and realistic growth ideas (branding, new products, influencer marketing, diversification)	4
Good	Some innovative ideas relevant to Gen Z markets	3
Basic	Generic or common business suggestions	2
Poor	No creativity or entrepreneurial insight	1

 

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5️⃣    Digital & Market Awareness (Gen Z Context) (4 Marks)

Level	Description	Marks
Excellent	Strong understanding of online sales, social media marketing, trends, and competition in youth markets	4
Good	Shows awareness of digital platforms and market trends	3
Basic	Limited mention of online business or customer trends	2
Poor	No understanding of digital or Gen Z market dynamics	1

 

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6️⃣    Structure, Clarity & Justification (4 Marks)

Level	Description	Marks
Excellent	Well-organized, clear, logical, and strongly justified arguments	4
Good	Mostly clear with minor repetition or weak justification	3
Satisfactory	Understandable but lacks structure or strong reasoning	2
Poor	Disorganized, unclear, or very vague response	1

 

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🎓 Performance Bands (For Student Guidance)

• 21–25 Marks (Outstanding): Highly analytical, realistic, and innovative business strategy
• 16–20 Marks (Good): Logical plan with good financial and entrepreneurial understanding
• 11–15 Marks (Satisfactory): Basic understanding with limited analysis and creativity
• 6–10 Marks (Needs Improvement): Weak financial logic and limited relevance to the scenario
• 0–5 Marks (Very Limited): Minimal understanding of business concepts

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📌 What High-Scoring Answers Should Include (Share with Students)

Students aiming for top marks should:

• Use financial logic (profit, cost, savings, reinvestment)
• Show awareness of Gen Z trends and online selling
• Give realistic ideas (not unrealistic overnight success)
• Balance risk vs growth (especially loan decision)
• Provide practical, step-by-step scaling suggestions

Competition title:

“Future Leaders Essay Championship 2026”

Task: Students write an essay of 800-1200 words by selecting any one of the given topics and following the given rubric.

Topics:

• Will AI Replace My Dream Career?
• The Skills I Must Develop Before 2035
• Is University Still the Best Path to Success?
• How Pakistan Can Prepare Youth for the Future Job Market
• Success in the Age of Automation

TASK FULFILLMENT RUBRIC

Total Marks: 100

Criteria	Weight	What to Look For
1. Understanding of Topic	20	Clear interpretation, no deviation, relevant arguments
2. Critical Thinking	20	Depth of analysis, originality of thought, balanced perspective
3. Structure & Organization	15	Clear introduction, logical flow, conclusion strength
4. Evidence & Examples	15	Real-world examples, data references, practical reasoning
5. Language & Expression	15	Grammar, vocabulary, clarity, academic tone
6. Originality & Creativity	15	Unique angle, non-generic ideas

Disqualification Rules (Important)

• AI-generated content not allowed
• Plagiarism above 20% = disqualified
• Late submissions not accepted
• Exceeding word limit not allowed