Brain Manthan 4.0: TMU Hosts the Grand Finale of the Prestigious Quiz Competition
Teerthanker Mahaveer University, recognised as one of India’s leading institutions, recently hosted the grand finale of the fourth edition of Brain Manthan on October 10, 2024. Organised by the Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Development (CTLD), this mega competition served as an intellectual showcase, aimed at developing essential 21st-century skills critical for student success in an ever-evolving global landscape.
Purpose of Brain Manthan 4.0
In his welcome address, Dr Pankaj Kumar Singh, Director of CTLD, highlighted the competition’s purpose, focusing on the need for enhanced problem-solving abilities among students to meet the demands faced by modern organizations—issues such as declining product sales, high employee turnover, and waning customer loyalty.
Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh emphasised the importance of Cultivating skills like logical reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical abilities to effectively address these challenges. Brain Manthan 4.0 exemplified Teerthanker Mahaveer University’s commitment to fostering well-rounded individuals equipped to excel in professional settings.
Distinguished Presence
The event was graced by Chief Guest Prof. (Dr.) Manjula Jain, Dean of Academics, whose esteemed presence and contributions in the field of management brought a sense of gravitas to the proceedings.
Other notable attendees, including Prof. (Dr.) R.K Dwivedi, Principal of CCSIT, Prof. (Dr.) Ashendra Saxena, Vice Principal of CCSIT and Prof. (Dr.) Shambhu Bhardwaj, HOD of CCSIT, underscored the importance of Brain Manthan 4.0 in nurturing the intellectual and cognitive skills of the participants.
Guiding Leadership
The driving force behind the success of Brain Manthan 4.0 was Mr. Deepak Katiyar and Ms. Anvesha Sisodiya, Co-ordinator and Co-coordinator of this event, whose vision and dedication played a pivotal role in orchestrating the event. The quiz, led by Dr.Ankit Sharma, Master Trainer, comprised six rounds in the grand finale.
Together with a dynamic team of trainers, including Dr Dilip Dutt Varshney, Dr Jasmine Stephen, Mrs Alka Dayal, Mr Atul Dayal, Mr Anant Bharadwaj, Mr Pradeep Panwar, Mr Sagar Pratap Singh, Mrs Mani Saraswat, Mr Chandrabhsushan Sinha, Mr Pallav Pandey, Ms Charvee Khatri, Mr Saroj Kumar, Ms Praanshi Jadoun, Mr Shivam Kashyap, Mr Naveen Dubey and Mr Prakash Jha, they ensured the competition’s seamless execution.
CTLD’s Role in Academic Innovation
The Centre for Teaching, Learning, and Development (CTLD), under the leadership of Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh, has been at the forefront of educational innovation. The centre has consistently created a conducive learning environment that promotes holistic development, preparing students to meet real-world challenges with critical thinking and problem-solving acumen.
The Competition: A Showcase of Talent
Brain Manthan 4.0 was a stimulating intellectual journey, featuring 755 teams (2,265 students) from across the University for the First Round held in the University LTs on October 4, 2024. The initial round served as a filtering process, which helped us to choose 35 teams (105 students) for the Semi-final round held in Pharmacy College Ground on October 8, 2024.
After this we got our finalists 6 teams (18 students), culminating in the grand finale held in the TMU Auditorium on October 10, 2024. Participants faced a series of intellectually demanding tasks, designed to assess their critical thinking and analytical abilities.
Winners and Recognition
Team Musketeers, from the College of Computing Sciences and Information Technology (CCSIT) emerged victorious, showcasing their exceptional skills in logical reasoning and were awarded in recognition of their achievement. Team Aspire and Team Param secured first and second runner-up positions, respectively, and were awarded for their exemplary performances.
Conclusion
Brain Manthan 4.0 was an overwhelming success, expanding the intellectual horizons of all participants and reinforcing Teerthanker Mahaveer University's unwavering commitment to developing well-rounded and academically proficient individuals. In an increasingly complex world where critical thinking and logical reasoning are paramount, the competition left a lasting impact on its participants, equipping them with the tools to thrive in their future endeavours.
FAQs
Q1: What is Brain Manthan 4.0?
Ans: Brain Manthan 4.0 is a prestigious quiz competition hosted by Teerthanker Mahaveer University, aimed at fostering critical thinking, logical reasoning, and analytical skills among students.
Q2: When and where was the Brain Manthan 4.0 grand finale held?
Ans: The grand finale took place on October 10, 2024, in the TMU Auditorium.
Q3: Who were the winners of Brain Manthan 4.0?
Ans: Team Musketeers from the College of Computing Sciences and Information Technology (CCSIT) emerged victorious, followed by Team Aspire and Team Param as first and second runners-up.
Q4: How many students participated in Brain Manthan 4.0?
Ans: The competition began with 755 teams, involving a total of 2,265 students, in the first round.
Q5: What role did CTLD play in Brain Manthan 4.0?
Ans: CTLD, under the leadership of Dr. Pankaj Kumar Singh, organized the event, ensuring it promoted intellectual growth and aligned with TMU’s mission to develop well-rounded individuals.
