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About Organizer
Youthisthan Foundation is a non-profit organization registered in Uttar Pradesh as a Section-8 Company under the Indian Companies Act 2013.
About the Competition
Unleash your inner wordsmith and make your voice heard on the grand stage of ‘The Trailblazers 2024’ – a National Level Writing Competition that resonates with the spirit of National Youth Day. Swami Vivekananda’s legacy of youth empowerment continues to guide you, and now it’s your turn to be a trailblazer of change!
Topic
- India in 2047: Swami Vivekananda’s India at the centenary of Independence.
- If I can get some young men of heart and energy, I shall revolutionize the whole country. How can the world’s youngest nation fulfill this claim made by Swamiji?
- Youth and spirituality: How can Swamiji’s way of practicing religion and spirituality be the torch bearer for the youth of the 21st century?
Eligibility Criteria
‘The Trailblazers 2024’ Article Writing Competition is open to individuals above the age of 14 years. Participants from all backgrounds and regions are welcome to submit their entries.
Prizes
Winner
- Memento.
- Certificate (Physical Copy).
- The article will be published on the official website and social media.
- Cash Prize of Rs. 5,000.
First Runner Up
- Memento.
- Certificate (Physical Copy).
- The article will be published on the official website and social media.
- Cash Prize of Rs. 3,000.
Second Runner Up
- Memento.
- Certificate (Physical Copy).
- The article will be published on the official website and social media.
- Cash Prize of Rs. 2,000.
Next Best Ten
- Memento.
- Certificate (Physical Copy).
- The article will be published on the official website and social media.
- Cash Prize of Rs. 1,000.
How to Register?
Interested candidates can register and submit their entries via this link.
Submission Guidelines
- Participants must adhere to the highest standards of originality. Plagiarism in any form will result in immediate disqualification. All submissions must be the author’s own work, and references must be appropriately cited.
- The use of AI-based tools such as ChatGpt or any other similar platforms is strictly prohibited. Entries must reflect the participant’s individual thought process and writing skills.
- Submissions should align with the central theme of the competition. Participants are encouraged to effectively express their ideas, insights, and perspectives that revolve around the theme.
- Incorporating personal experiences related to the theme is encouraged, as it adds depth and authenticity to the articles. However, the personal anecdotes should contribute to the overall narrative.
- Entries can be submitted in English, Hindi, or any other Indian language. The article should be submitted in PDF format, containing 1200-1500 words. Maintain a readable font size of 12 for English and 14 for Hindi and other regional languages, with a line spacing of 1.5.
- Each participant is allowed to submit only one entry for the competition. Multiple submissions from the same participant will lead to disqualification.
- Submitted articles must be original and unpublished, even online. Entries should not have been previously published in any format to maintain fairness in the competition.
- A panel of judges will be responsible for evaluating the submissions and selecting the winners. The panel’s decision is final and binding for all participants.
- By submitting an entry, participants grant Youthisthan Foundation the right to publish and use the articles for promotional purposes, with due credit to the authors.
- Articles should be written in a respectful and responsible manner. Any content that is offensive, discriminatory, or harmful will lead to immediate disqualification.
- Participants should provide accurate contact information while submitting their entries. This will facilitate communication regarding the competition and results.
Important Dates
- Articles Submission Deadline: November 30, 2023.
- Result Declaration: January 12, 2024.
- E-Certificate Download: January 12, 2024.
- Dispatch of Certificates/Memento: January 31, 2024.
- Publication on Website & Social Media: February 28, 2024.
Contact Information
In case of queries or doubts, please write an email to info@youthisthanfoundation.org or call 91-9650087905.
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