Siddhartha Basu
The quizmaster on his latest programme on BBC, the University Challenge (UC)
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Why this transition to UC?
How is it different from Mastermind?
How many universities are taking part?
What was the criterion of their selection?
Why the special rounds with British univs?
What is the standard of quizzing in India?
How do Indian students fare as quiz buffs?
How would you rate them vis-a-vis their British counterparts?
Are the special British episodes yet another mode of promoting British education in India?