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University of Kashmir
Department of Students Welfare
Hazratbal, Srinagar-190006, J&K

Ref. No.F(DYA/DSW)18 Date: 18th May 2018

Heads / Directors
University Teaching Departments/ Satellite Campuses/Cluster Universities
Principals
Affiliated / Constituent Colleges/ Hr. Secondary Schools

Sub: Shahar-ul-Ramadhan
Makes your voice a reason for peace of mind from 2nd to 9th June-2018
Dear Sir / Madam,
The Ninth Month of the Islamic Calendar “Ramadan" is deemed to be the most meritorious Month of the
whole year. On the eve this sacred Month, the Division of Youth Affairs, Department of Students Welfare,
University of Kashmir is organising a 7- Day Festival, “Shahar-ul-Ramadhan” in Gandhi Bhawan, from
2nd to 9th June 2018. The festival comprises of the following events:
Sr. No. Event Date and Time
1 Husn-e-Azan Competition 2nd June 2018 at 10:30 a.m.
2 Husn-e-Qirat Competition 4th June 2018 at 10:30 a.m.
3 Husn-e-Naat Competition 5th June 2018 at 10:30 a.m
4 Islamic Calligraphy Competition 6th June 2018 at 10:30 a.m.
5 Islamic Quiz Competition 7th June 2018 at 10:30 a.m.
6 Exhibition & Prize distribution function 9th June 2018 at 10:30 a.m.

The purpose of this competition is to provide students an opportunity to share their passion for Islam and the
Qurán through their Qirat, Azaan, Naat, Islamic Quiz and Calligraphy. The participants will compete with
each other with positive attitude and will bring a sense of unity and appreciation for one another. This
competition will also provide the participants and Educational Institutions a platform to build strong
connections and promote collaboration. The competition is open to the Universities, colleges and
Hr. Secondary Schools of Kashmir Valley including the Satellite Campuses of University of Kashmir and
cluster Universities.
We extend our humble invitation to your Institution and request to nominate one best student of your
Department / Institution / College/ Hr. Secondary School in each category to participate in the said
competition. The Registration Form and rules & regulations of the competitions are enclosed herewith at
Annexure-I and Annexure-II respectively. The Registration Form, duly attested by Head of the
participating Institution, should reach to Shahid Ali Khan, Cultural Officer, Department of Students
Welfare, University of Kashmir, by or before the last date, i.e, 30th May 2018. You can also email the
Registration Form to dsw@uok.edu.in and cc to shahidkhandsw@gmail.com by or before the last date.
For further information and quires, please feel free to call or whatsapp us at 9419087200.
We are looking forward for the active participation of your institution in this festival.
Thanking you
Sincerely your
Sd/
Dean Students Welfare
 ANNEXURE-I

Shahar-ul-Ramadhan-2018
“Make your voice a reason for peace of Minds”
(2nd to 9th June 2018 (Venue, Gandhi Bhawan)

REGISTRATION FORM
* Required
Name of Participant*
Full name in Block letters

School/College / Department/University *

Event(s) in which participating (Tick the required)

1. Husn-e-Naat Competition

2. Husn-e-Qirat Competition

3. Azaan Competition

4. Islamic Calligraphy

5. Islamic Quiz

Personal mobile No. *

+ 9 1
Date of Birth *

Day / Month / Year

E-mail ID *________________________________________@ _____________________________

Course / Semester __________________________________________

Signature of Participant

Recommendations of Head / Director/Principal.__________________________________________________________

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

Signature with Designation Stamp

 ANNEXURE-II

GENERAL RULES

1. The first five winners in each category will be awarded with cash prizes / Trophies and Merit Certificates.
Participation certificate will be given to all the participants.
2. Submit the Prescribed Registration form duly attested by Head of the Institution to Shahid Ali Khan, Cultural
Officer, Department of Students Welfare, University of Kashmir, by or before the last date, i.e, 30th May 2018, or
email the same to dsw@uok.edu.in and cc to shahidkhandsw@gmail.com
3. Any misbehaviour or violation of rules would lead to the disqualification of the participant.
4. The decision given by the judges would be final and binding upon all. Nobody has the right of challenging the
jury’s decision.
5. Always show utmost respect to the person(s) leading and taking part in the competition along with your fellow
participants.
6. Slots are limited so be sure to register early. Registration after the last date will not be entertained in any case
7. Only one participant from each institution will be allowed to participate in each category.
8. If you have any queries don’t hesitate to call Mr. Shahid Ali Khan, Cultural Officer, Kashmir University at
9419087200.

RULES AND REGULATIONS of HUSN-E-NAAT COMPETITION

1. Any Naat can be prepared by participants (but care should be taken that the recitation of chosen Naat must be in
Persian / Urdu / Kashmiri / Arabic.)
2. Naat should not be based on musical lyrics or its tune should not be matching any song.
3. Participants will be given a fixed time (approx. 4-5 minutes to each participant).
4. If the participants fail to finish in the dedicated time limit, there will be negative marking.
5. A bell will be rung after the first four minutes indicating that the participant should wind up his / her task and
another bell will be rung after 5 minutes after which participant will have to conclude his Naat.
Generally, marking criteria will be based on following:
(a). Lyrics (b). Talaffuz or Pronunciation (c). Confidence in delivery
(d). Beautification in Voice and Tone (e). Overall Delivery
6. It is a solo event. You cannot work in a team of 2 or more.
7. Students must stay at the venue until the end of event in order to be counted present.

RULES AND REGULATIONS OF HUSN-E-QIRAT COMPETITION

1. Participants can recite any Quranic verses of their choice for Qirat competition.
2. Participants will be given a fixed time (approx. 4-5 minutes to each participant).
3. If the participants fail to finish in the dedicated time limit, there will be negative marking.
4. A bell will be rung after the first four minutes indicating that the participant should wind up his / her task and
another bell will be rung after 5 minutes after which participants will have to conclude his presentation..
Generally, marking criteria will be based on following:
a. Talaffuz or pronunciation
b. Recitation style
c. Confidence in delivery;
5. Students must stay until the end of event in order to be counted present.
6. Be a mature and responsible individual. Remember that you are representing the Quran Reciters. Your behaviour
should reflect that image.
RULES AND REGULATIONS OF AZAN COMPETITION

1. Only one participant from each institution will be allowed to participate

2. Each contestant will be given 3 to 4 minutes to perform Azan.
3. Participants will be marked, based on the following criteria:
a) Tajweed
b) Clarity of Makhaarij
c) Tone & Style
d) Loudness of Voice and Confidence.

RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR ISLAMIC CALLIGRAPHY COMPETITION

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1. Two to three participants from each institution will be allowed to participate
2. Participants can demonstrate any word/ayah in their calligraphy skills.
3. The style of calligraphy dimensions, colours and other raw materials are at the discretion of the student.
4. Lines must be straight, forms must be consistent.
5. Neatness of finished work, neatness of ink density.
6. General proportioning (layout, proportion, balance, margins etc.)
7. Successful integration of personal embellishments, and symbolism.

RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR ISLAMIC QUIZ COMPETITION

1. Each Institute can send only one student.

2. There will be a written preliminary round and students will be elected for the final.
3. The Specific rules regarding evaluation procedure, time to reply a particular answer and the type of round will be
given before the actual start of the competition.

Cultural Officer Dean Students Welfare

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