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Hall of Fame The Nation Builders
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The Nation Builders

A National Article Writing Competition Celebrating Educators & Nation-Building

The Nation Builders is an annual national-level article writing competition organized by Youthisthan Foundation to commemorate Teacher’s Day and celebrate the transformative role of educators in shaping society. Initiated in 2023, this competition draws inspiration from the wisdom of the Rig Veda—"Let noble thoughts come to us from all sides"—and the enduring values of India’s Guru-Shishya tradition.

With a heartfelt tribute to great educators like Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan, The Nation Builders invites passionate voices from across the country to share compelling perspectives on the role of teachers in nation-building. Open to all, this platform encourages reflective thought, civic consciousness, and a renewed appreciation for those who dedicate their lives to nurturing minds.

Explore our Hall of Fame to revisit powerful entries from past editions or join us in celebrating the changemakers behind the classroom.

YOUR TAKEAWAYS 

Winner

1. Memento

2. Certificate (Physical Copy)

3. The article will be published on the Website and social media

4.  Cash Prize of ₹ 3,500

First Runner up

1. Memento

2. Certificate (Physical Copy)

3. The article will be published on the Website and social media

4.  Cash Prize of ₹ 2,500

Second Runner up

1. Memento

2. Certificate (Physical Copy)

3. The article will be published on the Website, and social media

4.  Cash Prize of ₹ 1,500

Next Best Five

1. Certificate (Physical Copy)

2. The article will be published on the Website and social media

3. Cash Prize of ₹ 500

Certificate of participation will be awarded to all the participants

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Important Dates

Registration Starts: August 18, 2025
Articles submission: September 30, 2025
Result Declaration: October 5, 2025
E-Certificate Download: October 15, 2025
Dispatch of Certificates/Memento: December 15, 2025
Publication on Website & Social Media: December 15, 2025

Note: This competition is being organized as a special initiative to combine the spirit of National Teachers’ Day (celebrated in India on 5th September, in honour of Dr. Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan) and International Teachers’ Day (celebrated globally on 5th October, under UNESCO’s recognition of the teaching profession).

Process

Step-1

Register For the competition

You will get registration acknowledgment immediately after registration.

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Step-2

Get the Article submission link

You will get an article submission link within 48 hours of registration

 

Step-3

Submit your article 

You need to submit your article in pdf format

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Step-4

Wait for the result 

The result will be announced as per the schedule given

 

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Information and Code of conduct for opinion writing 

Eligibility

  • The competition is open to all eligible participants as per the announcement.

  • Each participant may submit only one entry.

  • Employees of the organisation and their immediate relatives are not eligible to participate.

Theme & Expression

  • The write-up must clearly illustrate the central theme of the competition.

  • Personal experiences relevant to the theme are encouraged and may be included.

Language & Word Limit

  • Entries may be written in either English or Hindi.

  • The word limit is 1200–1500 words.

Submission Format

  • Entries must be submitted in PDF format only.

  • The document should follow these formatting guidelines:

    • English: Font size 12, readable font, 1.5 line spacing.

    • Hindi: Font size 14, readable font, 1.5 line spacing.

Originality

  • The article must be the original work of the submitting author.

  • Plagiarism is strictly prohibited.

  • Use of AI tools (including ChatGPT or similar) is strictly prohibited.

  • The entry must not have been published previously, either offline or online.

Evaluation & Decision

  • All entries will be evaluated by a panel constituted for selection.

  • The decision of the panel shall be final and binding on all participants.

Topic
Any one topic of your choice

  1. Viksit Bharat @2047: The Role of Teachers in Building the India of Tomorrow.

  2. In the footsteps of S. Radhakrishnan, the teacher I aspire to become. 

  3. From Gurukul to AI: The Changing face of teaching in India.

  4. Teaching in India 2050: Imagining the Indian classroom of the future.

  5. Teachers as change makers: Implementing the NEP 2020 in spirit and action.

  6. Education for all, skills for the future: How  NEP 2020 prepares Indians for 2047. ​

  7. The Brain Drain: Why India Trains the Best Minds but Loses Them to the West.

  8. Mental Health in Classrooms: Why India’s Education System Must Go Beyond Academics.

  9. Rote Learning vs. Creative Thinking: Why Indian Education Must Evolve to Match Global Standards

Judgment Criteria

1. Central Theme- Contextual (20%)
2. Coherence and organization in structure (20%) 
3. Creativity and innovation (40%)
4. Clarity in language expression and style (20%)

Contribution to our cause 

As a charitable organization, we do not make a profit from registration fees. We spend all the money we raise on humanitarian and charitable causes. If you would like to support us further in our social and charitable initiatives, we welcome you with an open ❤

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