An essay competition, it is hoped, in a small way ignites a spark and kindle awareness of one's social responsibilities and obligation as citizens. By instituting a Commissioner's Cup, for school level and one for undergraduate college level students on subjects related to citizenship and civics, it is hoped that widespread interest and concern would be generated on these issues. The Commissioner's Cup is accompanied by cash prizes and certificates.

This proposed competition is open to all children studying in Government and Private (regd) schools and is arranged in such a way that college students and school going children gets about a month to write an essay in their own leisure on the subject. This period enables the thought process among children to crystallize and formulate their concepts by discussions with elders. During this period, children and youth also consult library books resulting in mind expanding experiences for them. However, prizes are given for the originality of concept, sincerity and relevance to the topic, besides quality of languages etc. The essays are evaluated by designated officers, DEO's in case of schools and Principals in case of colleges. Each district will select five best essays both at the school and college level. These are then sent to SCERT Gurgaon for final evaluation by the panel of judges appointed by the Divisional Commissioner.