General Rules for the National Level Online Diya Making Competition (Diwali Special):
Individual Participation Only:
This competition is open exclusively to individual participants. Group entries are not allowed.
Mandatory Student Registration:
All participants must register in advance to be eligible. Only registered students can submit their entries for the competition.
Submission Deadline:
All diya designs must be submitted before the specified deadline. Late entries received after the closing date will not be considered.
Verification of Participants:
21Skilladda reserves the right to verify the authenticity of both participants and their submissions. We expect full cooperation from participants and their guardians during this process.
Rights to Publish:
21Skilladda retains the right to publish selected entries on the company's social media platforms as part of competition promotions and celebrations.
Content Guidelines:
Submissions containing inappropriate content—whether it demeans any gender, caste, creed, race, or otherwise—will be disqualified without explanation. Creativity should uphold respect and positivity in line with the spirit of Diwali.
Eligibility Criteria:
Open to students from Classes 1 to 10 across India. All participants must provide accurate details during registration to confirm eligibility.
Individual Participation:
Only individual entries are allowed. This competition is focused on showcasing the talents of individual participants, so no group entries will be accepted.
Theme – Diwali Celebration:
The diya must represent the spirit of Diwali. Participants are encouraged to combine creativity with tradition. Diya designs that highlight cultural symbolism, festive joy, and unique craftsmanship will be appreciated.
Mandatory Registration:
All participants must complete the registration on the 21Skilladda platform before submitting their entries. Unregistered submissions will not be valid.
Submission Guidelines:
Originality & Authenticity:
The diya must be entirely the participant’s own creation. Any entry found to be plagiarized or aided by external assistance will be disqualified. The video will be used to verify authenticity.
Submission Deadline:
All entries, including the photos and video, must be submitted by the specified deadline. Late submissions, even with valid reasons, will not be accepted. Early submissions are encouraged to avoid last-minute issues.
Judging Criteria:
Entries will be evaluated based on:
Content Restrictions:
Submissions containing any inappropriate content—such as offensive references to gender, caste, religion, or race—will be immediately disqualified. Participants should maintain the spirit of Diwali, which is about light, unity, and positivity.
Publication Rights & Promotion:
21Skilladda reserves the right to feature selected entries on its social media platforms and other promotional channels. All featured participants will be credited for their creations.
Fill Out the Registration Form:
Complete the mandatory registration form on the 21Skilladda platform to confirm your participation.
Design Your Diya:
Create your diya based on the Diwali theme, ensuring it's both creative and original. Use traditional or modern designs that reflect the festive spirit.
Record the Making Process:
While making your diya, record a short video (3-5 minutes) that shows your process, demonstrating your creativity and craftsmanship.
Submit Your Entry:
Once your diya is complete, take 3 high-quality photos from different angles and submit them along with the video via WhatsApp to 9045537975 with Name and Registration Number.
Submit Before the Deadline:
Make sure all entries (photos and video) are submitted before the deadline to ensure your submission is valid for judging.
