It is the 350th year of Shri Shivaji Maharaja’s Rajyabhishek. This historical event was celebrated with great zeal at Raigad on 6th June 1674. These golden moments of the installation of the Hindavi Swaraj are enshrined in Bharat’s history. To mark this 350th year of Rajyabhishek, we have organized “Shivotsav”, the mega competition which aims for mass Participation.

 

Theme: Chhatrapati Shri Shivaji Maharaj 

          The Participants are encouraged to explore various aspects of Chhatrapati Shri Shivaji Maharaja’s life, such as his military genius, administrative reforms, diplomatic prowess, and cultural contributions, by delving deep into the pages of history and bringing out how Chhatrapati Shri Shivaji Maharaja transformed a tiny principality into a formidable empire, all while upholding the values of bravery, justice, and good governance.

          In your essays or Articles, you can reflect on Chhatrapati Shri Shivaji Maharaja’s enduring impact on the socio-political landscape of Bharat, his commitment to religious tolerance, and his vision for a just and prosperous kingdom. By participating in this competition, you can better know the fascinating world of Chhatrapati Shri Shivaji Maharaja, learn from his leadership qualities, and draw inspiration from his unwavering dedication to his people.

          Join us in honoring this visionary leader and contribute to a deeper understanding of his remarkable life and legacy. Your essay and article could be the key to unlocking new perspectives on one of Bharat’s most significant historical figures.

 

Writing Language मराठी | हिंदी | English

Competition will be held in following groups

Group
Eligibility
Word Limit
Entry Fees
Group 1
std.4 to7
Maximum 500 words
20 Rs.
Group 2
std.8 to 12
Maximum 1000 words
30 Rs.
Group 3
Open Class
Maximum 2500 words
50 Rs.

Rules and Regulations

  1. An essay or Article only on the given subject will be accepted in the competition. 
  2. The essay or Article should be self-written. 
  3. Reels should be in a Marathi, Hindi, or English language.
  4. The essay or Article must be sent in handwritten and typed (pdf) formats.
  5. Each participant can submit at least one and a maximum of any reels. But In case of more than one essay, the participants must register for each essay separately.
  6. The Last date for submission of Reels is 31st March 2024. The Essay should be uploaded by this date on the organization’s website. Essays submitted later than this date will not be accepted.
  7. The participation fee should be deposited online. The said fee will not be refunded under any circumstances. If more than one Essay or Article is to be submitted, a fee shall be paid for each additional essay or Article.
  8. The Preliminary selection will be made from the entries received based on criteria of thought in the Essay or Article, justice to the subject, arrangement, structure of sentences, structure of language, and limit of words, etc.
  9. The Qualified entries in the preliminary round can be viewed by all for voting on the Shivotsav website www.rfbharat.com
  10. The Essay or Article will be judged based on online voting and the scores of the distinguished judges.
  11. The examiners’ decision shall be final and binding on every participant, and no correspondence or discussion in this regard shall be entertained.
  12. The  Essay or Article submitted for this competition may be included in printed, digital, or similar media published by the organization; the participant will not have any objection.
  13. The Certificate of Participation will be emailed to everyone participating in the competition.
  14. The participants will be fully responsible for all the submitted Essay or Article content and any objections raised in this regard. The organizing body shall not be responsible for any objection arising from direct or indirect content published therein.
  15. For groups 1 and 2, attach proof indicating the school and the standard class in which she\he is studying.
  16. The entry fee will not be refunded to the participating in the competition under any circumstances.
  17. The Organizer reserves the right to change the terms and conditions and the competition date in whole or in part.
  18. Submission of schedule will be deemed to imply acceptance of all the rules and regulations stated above