NHRC Announces 10 Winners of Human Rights Quiz-2026; Over 26,000 Submissions Reflect Nationwide Engagement with Human Rights Awareness
(Judicial Quest News Network)
New Delhi, October 19, 2026: In a significant initiative to promote constitutional values and strengthen public awareness of human rights, the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC), India, has announced the 10 winners of its online Human Rights Quiz-2026: “Celebrating Life, Liberty, Equality and Dignity”, organised in collaboration with MyGov ahead of the Commission’s 33rd Foundation Day.
Conducted from September 1 to October 10, 2026, the nationwide quiz sought to familiarise citizens with the principles of human rights, the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993, and the NHRC’s statutory functions, powers and responsibilities in safeguarding and promoting human rights across the country.
Over 26,000 Submissions; Youth Lead Participation
The quiz witnessed an encouraging response from across all States and Union Territories, registering 1,67,127 views and 26,459 submissions. Participants aged between 18 and 24 years accounted for the largest share of submissions, highlighting the growing engagement of young people with human rights issues.
Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu emerged as the leading States in terms of participation, underscoring the nationwide reach of the awareness initiative.
Aarti Mahajan Secures First Prize
The NHRC announced the following winners and cash awards:
- First Prize: Ms. Aarti Mahajan — ₹15,000
- Second Prize: Ms. Ritika — ₹10,000
- Third Prize: Ms. Tooba Benazeer — ₹5,000
Seven consolation prizes of ₹2,000 each were awarded to Shri Aditya Gupta, Shri Tarun, Shri Rani Mandal, Shri Basant Kumar Mahato, Shri Likhth Kumar A and Ms. Deepika Madasu, as named in the Commission’s announcement.
Draw of Lots Determines Final Winners
According to the NHRC, 5,753 participants secured a perfect score of 15 out of 15. In accordance with the quiz’s terms and conditions, the 10 winners were selected through a draw of lots conducted by the MyGov team.
Participants were required to answer a maximum of 15 questions within a stipulated time of 300 seconds, making the exercise both a test of knowledge and a time-bound assessment of awareness regarding human rights.
Strengthening the Culture of Human Rights
The initiative forms part of the NHRC’s broader efforts to promote awareness of human rights and familiarise citizens with the institutional and statutory mechanisms available for their protection. By engaging participants from every State and Union Territory, the quiz sought to reinforce the foundational principles of life, liberty, equality and dignity that underpin the human rights framework.
The substantial participation, particularly among young people, highlights the importance of sustained public outreach in fostering a rights-conscious society and strengthening awareness of the legal safeguards available to citizens.
