Digital Detective

About the Challenge Not everything is what it seems. The Digital Detective Challenge is a fast-paced online quiz that tests how sharp you really are at spotting fake news, scams, deepfakes, and misinformation in today's digital world. One challenge, many clues — only the sharpest minds win. Participants will face 30 questions across 5 themed sections in a single quiz round, covering viral misinformation, online scams, AI-generated content, cyber safety myths, and logical/critical thinking traps. Eligibility Open to all college students (any year, any stream/specialization). Participants must have a stable internet connection and access to a laptop/smartphone for the duration of the quiz. Individual participation only — inter-college and inter-specialization teams are not applicable, as this is a solo quiz. Format Total Questions: 30 (Multiple Choice Questions) Total Round: 1 single quiz round, divided into 5 sections (6 questions per section) Viral or Fake? — Spotting fake news and viral claims Spot the Scam — Identifying phishing emails, links, and messages Real or AI? — Distinguishing AI-generated content from genuine content Cyber Safety & Tech Myths — Testing digital safety awareness Logic, Puzzles & "Wait... Really?" — Critical thinking and internet logic Each question carries equal marks. Time per question: 20–30 seconds (as configured on the platform). No negative marking (unless otherwise specified at the time of the quiz). Process Register on Unstop before the deadline. Participants will receive quiz access details/link closer to the event date. The quiz must be attempted in one sitting, within the allotted time window. Top scorers on the leaderboard will be declared winners. In case of a tie, the participant with the least time taken will be ranked higher. Rewards & Recognition Top 3 Winners: Certificates + exciting swags Top 50 Participants: Special LinkedIn recognition post All Participants: Certificate of Participation Rules This is an individual competition — no team entries. Each participant can attempt the quiz only once. Use of external help, browsing for answers, or collaborating with others during the quiz is strictly prohibited and may lead to disqualification. Participants must join with their own registered Unstop account/credentials. Organizers' decisions regarding scoring, ranking, and disqualification will be final and binding. Any technical issues must be reported to the organizing team immediately during the quiz window. Why Participate Test your ability to spot fake news, scams, and AI-generated content. Sharpen your critical thinking and digital literacy skills. Compete with participants across colleges and prove you're the sharpest mind online. Powered by Unstop | Presented by CoLab Nation