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BHARATIYA VIDYA BHAVAN, USA
Presents "Bharat Yatra III"
The Journey Goes On Essay Competition
and You May be on Your Way to Win a Trip to
Topic: Democracy in India
Its Successes and Challenges The Essay must consist of approximately 1,500 words and must be written in English. You must be between the
ages of 18 and 22 to participate.
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Successful candidates will have the opportunity to visit West Bengal, India. The group will study the salient aspects of life of the local people from the viewpoints of economy, education, culture, public health, and environment. The group will then proceed to New Delhi and will meet with Indian dignitaries. Eight contestants will be chosen to participate in the Bharat Yatra III. The group journeying to India will depart US on November 23,2001 and will return on December 8, 2001. The all-expense-paid trip to India includes national and international transportation, housing, and meals.
Bengal,
Send all Essays to: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, USA 305 Seventh Avenue, 17th Floor, New York, NY 10001
Phone: (212) 989-8383
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Bhavan must receive essays by October 5, 2001. All participants must submit the following with a completed essay: • Resume and photo • Social Security number and proof of date of birth • A signed note stating that the essay is original and has been written by him/her
for the competition. The letter must also state that the participant has no objection to the essay being published by the Bhavan, USA.
YORK LIFE
A panel of three judges will evaluate the essays. The winners will be announced October 30, 2001 by the news media. They will also be informed by telephone
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