“Little Voices, Big Questions” – Ask & Win

Every great movement started with a question. What’s yours? Think freely. Question fearlessly. Win proudly… Junior Social Justice Warriors.

Periyar believed that progress begins with questioning. In that spirit, Periyar 148 invites participants to submit thoughtful, rational, and thought provoking questions for our Chief Guest during a special interactive session: “Ask the Speaker, Spark the Change.” This is an opportunity for students, young professionals, and community members to engage in meaningful dialogue on topics that matter, including social justice, equality, rationalism, scientific thinking, education, democracy, human rights, gender equality, caste discrimination, freedom of expression, and other contemporary social issues.

Event Details:

• 📅 Date: The presentation will take place on Saturday, September 19, 2026, as part of the Periyar 148 Birthday Celebration. Workshop date and time will be announced shortly—please keep an eye on your inbox.
• 📍 Where: Online (Zoom)
• 👥 Who can participate: Kids aged 8–15 — thinkers, question-askers, and future changemakers welcome!
• 📝 How to join: Submit your question during registration using the button below.

Why participate?

• Learn about Periyar’s ideas on equality, rationalism, and self-respect
• Practice the art of asking great questions
• Win prizes for creativity and curiosity
• Be part of a meaningful conversation on Social Justice & an Equitable society

General Rules:

• Format: Submit your question when you register; a review panel evaluates all submissions and selects the most compelling ones.
• Recognition: Selected participants ask their question live to the Chief Guest; the most thought provoking question wins an exciting prize. 🏆

Specific Rules:

Participants are encouraged to submit original questions that are:

• Thought provoking and relevant
• Respectful and constructive
• Based on reason, evidence, and critical thinking
• Designed to encourage meaningful discussion and new perspectives

This session is not a debate or a quiz. It is an opportunity to practice the spirit of rational inquiry, challenge assumptions, and engage in informed conversations, values that Periyar championed throughout his life.

Submit your question during registration and be part of a conversation that celebrates curiosity, reason, and social progress.