Competition Dates: October 1 to October 31, 2024, closing at 11:45 pm IST.
Submission Platform: Entries must be submitted through the MyGov platform.
Entry Fee: Free, with no registration charges.
Word Limit: Essays should be no longer than 300 words.
Originality: Submissions must be original. Plagiarized content will result in disqualification.
Themes for the Essay:
Participants can choose from a variety of topics that connect Gandhi’s principles with contemporary issues. Below is the full list of available themes:
- Gandhi’s Vision of Non-Violence in the Modern World
- Mahatma Gandhi and Climate Change: Lessons for Today
- The Relevance of Gandhi’s Philosophy in Digital Activism
- Mahatma Gandhi’s Role in Promoting Gender Equality
- Gandhi and Youth Empowerment: A Modern Perspective
- Gandhi’s Approach to Conflict Resolution: Its Relevance to International Relations Today
- Gandhian Economics in the Age of Consumerism
- Digital Satyagraha: Applying Gandhi’s Tactics in the Age of Social Media
- Gandhi’s Lessons on Ethical Leadership for Today’s Leaders
- Gandhi’s Legacy and the Quest for Social Justice in India Today
- Mahatma Gandhi and the Idea of Unity in Diversity
- The Gandhian Model of Education: Relevance in Today’s Curriculum
- Reimagining Gandhi’s ‘Swadeshi Movement’ for the 21st Century
- Gandhi and Technology: Contradiction or Complement?
- Gandhi’s Idea of ‘Sarvodaya’ (Welfare of All) and Its Relevance in Tackling Global Inequality
- Gandhi and the Concept of ‘Trusteeship’: Its Application in Business Ethics Today
- Mahatma Gandhi’s Thoughts on Health and Wellbeing: A Guide for the Modern World
- Gandhi and Rural Development: A Blueprint for Sustainable Growth
- Gandhi’s Vision for World Peace and Its Relevance Today
- Applying Gandhi’s Philosophy to Overcome Polarisation in Politics
Prizes:
The top three winners in both Hindi and English categories will be awarded Gandhian books. This competition offers a platform for participants to reflect on Gandhi’s enduring legacy and its relevance to modern social, political, and global challenges.
Guidelines:
Each participant can submit only one entry.
Political content or entries that violate copyright laws will lead to disqualification.
Ensure that your MyGov profile is up-to-date for communication purposes.
This essay competition is open to all, from students to professionals, and provides an opportunity to engage with and rediscover Gandhi’s timeless values in today’s world.
