Academic Contest

Painting competitions encourage creativity and expression through visual arts. Participants create artwork based on a specific theme, using various mediums like watercolors, oils, or acrylics. Judging criteria typically include originality, technique, use of color, and emotional impact.

Story writing contests challenge students to express themselves through written language creatively and effectively. These contests can focus on specific genres such as fantasy, science fiction, mystery, or could be open to all themes. Participants are usually given a prompt or theme and a specific word limit. Judging criteria often include originality, narrative structure, character development, language fluency, and the writer’s ability to evoke emotion. Story writing enhances creativity, improves writing skills, and encourages students to express their personal visions and ideas

Handy craft competitions involve creating items using skills such as sewing, woodworking, knitting, or other manual crafts. These contests can sometimes also include more modern forms of crafting like 3D printing or digital fabrication techniques. Participants might be judged on originality, technique, finish, functionality, and aesthetic appeal of their projects. Such contests promote fine motor skills, creativity, and an appreciation of craftsmanship and design.

Calligraphy contests focus on the art of beautiful handwriting. Competitors use styles such as Arabic, Roman, or Chinese calligraphy, depending on the contest’s focus. Judging criteria often include neatness, aesthetic beauty, and skill in handling the calligraphy tools.

In these literary contests, participants may either submit written works or perform them orally. Prose competitions might include short stories or essays, while poetry contests can cover specific forms like sonnets, free verse, or haiku. Criteria for judging can include creativity, coherence, language mastery, and emotional impact.

• Naat: This involves the recitation of poetry in praise of the Prophet Muhammad. Participants are judged on their vocal ability, emotional expression, pronunciation, and adherence to traditional styles.
• Qirat: This refers to the art of reciting the Quran with proper pronunciation and vocalization. Competitors are evaluated based on their mastery of intonation, clarity, and rhythmic patterns in accordance with the rules of Tajweed.

Quiz competitions test participants’ knowledge across various subjects like science, history, literature, and general knowledge. These contests can be individual or team-based and often involve multiple-choice questions, buzzer rounds, or oral responses. They encourage quick thinking, broad knowledge, and effective communication.

Debate competitions involve participants arguing for or against a predetermined motion or topic. Teams are typically judged on their argumentative skills, use of evidence, delivery, and ability to counter the opposition’s points. Debating helps develop critical thinking, public speaking, and persuasive skills.