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Group Obstacle Race (GOR)

The Conduct

This is the fourth task in the GTO test series and the last one in the basic series. In this task the group
is made to race against the other groups through a series of six obstacles. The group is also required

to carry a load which is a rolled up tent and because it looks like a snake, this task is also referred to
as the snake race. The objective of the group is to reach the finish line first and win this race. The
obstacles will have four different channels. A maximum of four groups only take part and each group
is assigned one channel and asked to remain in that channel throughout. This is a high tempo task and
candidates will be thoroughly excited before the start of the race. In this task too, the group is

expected to follow certain rules.

Rules

(a) Once the group picks up the snake, the snake should not touch the ground before crossing the
finish line.

(b) The snake is not to be shortened or folded in any manner

(c) The snake should take the same course as the candidates through the obstacles. It should not
be passed from side etc.

(d) All candidates should be holding the snake when running from one obstacle to the other, and
while negotiating the obstacles at least three candidates should always be holding the
snake.

(e) The group rule of the PGT is applicable. Even if you cross the obstacle first, wait for others

and do not go to the next obstacle. Remember that you have to win as a group and not as an
individual. Therefore, help the others or the snake to pass through the obstacles.

(f) The colour rule is also applicable. Some portions of the obstacle will be painted red. Make
sure you do not touch red portions.

(g) The group has to use the channel that has been assigned to them by the GTO.

(h) In case any of the rules is violated the GTO will impose certain penalties. Penalties can be
of two types. The GTO may ask the group to reverse count from 10 to 1 or from 5 to 1 or he