Chhote Philosopher Contest
JKY is committed to
the overall development of a child’s future, in a highly
conducive spiritual environment. Under the portfolio of
“Bal-Mukund”, JKY is proud to announce the
launching of a “Chhote Philosopher Contest” designed for
children residing in US between the ages of 8 years to 18 years
(3rd grade to high school
seniors).
The purpose of this
contest is to promote a sound understanding of our Vedic culture
so that children will be able to apply teachings from the Vedas,
Gita and Upanishads in their day-to-day life.
Through focused
readings in answering essay questions, children will be able to
comprehend teachings of our vedic-culture and gain practical
knowledge on how to face challenges in their lives. This
practical knowledge is an indispensable tool in a highly dynamic
and rapidly changing environment such as the one we live in
today. This program is designed to inspire youth to reach their
maximum potential and harness their inner talents and writing
skills. These essay questions will be specifically designed for
appropriate age-group.
Description
The contestants will
be divided in three age groups.
-
Chhote
Philosopher: Grades 3rd to 5th
-
Chhote
Philosopher: Grades 6th
to 8th
-
Chhote
Philosopher: Grades 9th to
12th
There will be three
winners in each category. Winners will be awarded with prizes
and certificates that will be distributed personally by Swamiji
during his 2010 trip to US.
For participating in
the contest, the applicant has to fill out a registration form.
Each registrant is
assigned a number. To keep the entries anonymous, participants
are required to submit essay entries with their registration
numbers only, and not the names of the participant.
Submission:
January 31st, 2010
Topics
Grades 3rd to 5th: Pick any two of your
favorite characters of Mahabharat and explain why they are so
dear to you. (Word limit 500 words).
Grades 6th to 8th: Write about any two Hindu
festivals and explain how festivities shape our culture and how
they impact our society. (Word limit 800 word).
Grades 9th to 12th: Explain the incidence
that forced "Pandavas" to go to "Agyatvas". What is the moral
of the story. (Word limit 1200 words).
Registration
