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The Human Rights Cell successfully organized an innovative and engaging Human Rights Board Game Competition on 31st March 2026 at the SLS Building, Symbiosis Law School, Nagpur. The event aimed to promote awareness and understanding of human rights through an interactive and application-based learning approach.
The competition was open to all currently enrolled students of Symbiosis Law School, Nagpur, across batches (2021–26 to 2025–30 and LL.M.), with participation in teams of two members each. A total of 24 teams registered for the event on a first-come, first-served basis, reflecting enthusiastic student participation.
The event commenced at 9:20 a.m. and followed a unique and physically engaging format inspired by Snakes and Ladders. Instead of a traditional board setup, a life-sized board was laid out, where one team member acted as the “pawn” by physically moving across the board, while the other member rolled a large dice to determine movement. This format added a dynamic and interactive element to the competition, making it both visually engaging and participatory.
The gameplay incorporated Chance Cards, Defender Cards, and Trivia Cards, each designed to test participants’ knowledge, analytical thinking, and quick response abilities. Chance Cards allowed teams to climb ladders upon correctly answering subjective questions, while Defender Cards enabled teams to avoid snakes by answering time-bound questions related to human rights and constitutional principles. Trivia Cards tested objective knowledge, ensuring comprehensive engagement with the subject matter.
Each round was conducted within a strict time limit of 15 minutes, requiring teams to balance speed with accuracy. The evaluation criteria were based on completion time for teams finishing the board, or board position for those unable to complete within the allotted time. Elimination rules were also applied, ensuring fairness and competitiveness throughout the event.
Participants were encouraged to prepare from a wide range of topics, including global human rights leaders, contemporary human rights issues, constitutional provisions, and strategies to address violations. This ensured that the competition was not only interactive but also academically enriching.
The event witnessed intense competition, strategic gameplay, and active participation from all teams. After a series of engaging rounds, the winners were announced as follows:
1st Place: Tejaswini Mishra and Shubh Mishra
2nd Place: Arya Kulkarni and Atharva Kapse
The event was smoothly conducted with the coordinated efforts of the organizing committee who ensured effective management and execution of the competition.
Overall, the Human Rights Board Game Competition proved to be a unique and successful initiative that combined learning with recreation. It effectively enhanced students’ understanding of human rights while fostering teamwork, critical thinking, and active participation, leaving a lasting impact on all involved.
