Mushaira

Eligibility & Registration:

• Participants: Open to poets of all ages and backgrounds.
• Registration: All participants must register by [registration deadline] via the official form. Late entries may not be accepted.
• Original Work: All poems must be original or, if reciting a classic, proper attribution must be provided.

Performance Rules:

• Time Limit: Each performance should be between 3 to 5 minutes. A timer will be provided; exceeding the time limit may result in point deductions.
• Presentation: Performances should be delivered respectfully, following the traditional spirit of Mushaira.
• Format: Participants may recite from memory or a printed copy; however, extensive reliance on reading material might be discouraged.

Order of Performance:

• The event committee will determine the order of performance before the competition begins.
• Participants must adhere to the given order and be ready on time.

Judging Criteria:

• Content & Creativity: Originality, thematic depth, and adherence to the mushaira tradition.
• Delivery: Clarity, emotion, and effective use of language.
• Audience Engagement: Ability to connect with and engage the audience.
• Overall Impact: The overall artistic impression and adherence to the spirit of Mushaira.

Judging Process:

• A panel of judges, experienced in poetry and mushaira traditions, will evaluate the performances.
• Scores from the judges will be combined to determine the winners. In case of a tie, a consensus discussion will be held.

General Conduct & Disqualification:

• Participants are expected to maintain decorum and respect for fellow poets and the audience.
• Use of derogatory or inflammatory language is strictly prohibited.
• Any behavior deemed disruptive or disrespectful may lead to immediate disqualification at the discretion of the organizers.