About the Event
Deshyoga Charitable Trust, followers of Swami Vivekananda, shall be celebrating Vivek Navyug Divas. Over the course of the last 5 years, We have influenced thousands of lives through Swamiji's teachings and wish to bring to light his famous Chicago speech that took place on September 11, 1893. His words hold remarkable relevance even in today's societies and can be the pathway to a healthy and prosperous life for anyone.
Beginning with the words "Sisters and Brothers of America", the speech managed to eliminate the difference between Swamiji's status as a person belonging to a different nation and religion. In today's times, Swamiji's speech serves as a beacon of light and a 'source of truth' for the nations and the leaders to help them implement strategies, formulate policies and take corrective steps to bring their citizen together, in order to help build bridges with other nations.
The speech by Swamiji has been often referred to by leaders from across the globe even in present times. It reminds people of the values Swamiji's speech stood for and are the most critical in today's times. These values include compassion, brotherhood, tolerance, and acceptance.
Contest Details
Refer to the instructions provided below to understand the process for each competition
Vivek Vidyalaya Puruskar
(for schools)
(Essay Writing)
Jal Neti and Nain Neti have been proven to be highly effective as internal cleansers. Adopting these in their daily routine shall help students avoid many health issues in the long run.
Should you register for this contest, Deshyoga Charitable Trust's volunteers shall attend your school to teach the students how to perform these activities (Jal Neti to Nain Neti).
Volunteers shall also conduct an essay competition for the schools on the topic 'Relevance of Swamiji's Chicago speech in today's societies'.
- A total of 3 winners shall be chosen out of all the participating schools.
- If you want to participate in this event please fill the registration form to register your school.
Aadhunik Vivekanada Puraskar
(for class 5th to 12th)
(Dress-up as Swami Vivekananda)
- Register yourself to become the part of the contest.
- Once registered, the speech shall be provided by us via email on your registered e-mail id.
- Participants have to dress up as Swami Vivekananda and recite one of Swamiji's sayings. A video recording of the same shall be needed to be shared on their facebook page tagging Deshyoga using #satviklifestyle #deshyoga.
- Winners shall be declared on Deshyoga Charitable Trust's Facebook page based on the conviction of the performance in each video recording shared.
Vivek Vichar Dhara
(open for any age group)
(Swamiji's Quotes)
- In the month-long contest, every morning at 9 AM, one of Swamiji's quotes shall be shared on Deshyoga Charitable Trust's Facebook pages.
- Each participant shall need to read and share their understanding of the same. The contest will run from 9 Am to 12 Am everyday.
- Participants shall have to share their replies via their Facebook accounts and tag Deshyoga Charitable Trust as well as use the following hashtags- #deshyoga, #SatvikLifestyle.
- Winners shall be declared on Deshyoga Charitable Trust's Facebook page based on the level of understanding of the quotes by the participants.
- No eligibility criteria
How to register
- Choose the competition/competitions you would like to register in
- Click on Register Now
- Fill out the Registration form
- Registration portal shall be open from 11 September 2022
Why Participate
- Engage in healthy competition regarding your knowledge about and understanding of Swami Vivekananda's teachings.
- Win several prizes.
- Practical application of these teachings can bring about positive change in one's life.
Rewards
Vivek Vidyalaya Puruskar
An essay writing competition
- Top 3 schools with maximum participation shall receive certificates.
- Top 3 students with the best essays will be awarded certificates along with a monetary prize of INR 3000, 2000, and 1000 respectively.
Aadhunik Vivekananda Puraskar
A dress up as Swami Vivekananda competition
- Top 3 winners will be awarded certificates along with a monetary prize of INR 3000, 2000, and 1000 respectively.
Vivek Vichar Dhara
A competition on comprehensive understanding of Swami Vivekananda's quotes
- Awarded certificates along with a monetary prize of INR 3000, 2000, and 1000 respectively.
Objective of the campaign
Perpetuate
Perpetuate the teachings of Swami Vivekananda.
Positive Change
Bring about a positive change in society by impacting the critical thinking processes of adults and children alike.
Well Being
Promote physical and mental well being
Life Building
To put into practice Swami Vivekananda's ideas of imparting life building, man making, and character building.
How to Win
Vivek Vidyalaya Puruskar
(for schools)
- Write from your heart
- Your understanding of the teachings will matter more than the grammar and structure of sentences.
- The school with the maximum number of participations will win
Aadhunik Vivekanada Puraskar
(for class 5th to 12th)
- Speak from your heart.
- Your understanding of the quotes will matter more than the grammar and structure of sentences.
Vivek Vichar Dhara
(open for any age group)
- In the month-long contest, every morning at 9 AM, one of Swamiji's quotes shall be shared on Deshyoga Charitable Trust's Facebook page.
- Each participant shall need to read and share their understanding of the same.
- Participants shall have to share their replies via their Facebook accounts and tag Deshyoga Charitable Trust as well as use the following hashtags- #deshyoga, #SatvikLifestyle.
- Winners shall be declared on Deshyoga Charitable Trust's Facebook page based on the level of understanding of the quotes by the participants.