The West Bengal Lok Bhavan essay competition will be held for school, college and university students across the state, marking the first state-level essay contest organised by the institution.

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According to a Lok Bhavan statement, students enrolled in educational institutions in West Bengal will be eligible to participate. Entries will be accepted in both English and Bengali.

For school students studying in Classes 10 to 12, the English essay topic is “Calcutta Massacre, 1946 – Causes and Consequences.” College and university students will write on “Direct Action Day by All India Muslim League – A Fatal Assault on Civilisational Bharat.”

The competition will offer cash prizes to winners. School students securing first place will receive ₹50,000, while the second and third prize winners will receive ₹35,000 and ₹25,000, respectively.

The initiative is aimed at providing students with a platform to engage with historical subjects through essay writing. Students studying in schools, colleges and universities across West Bengal can participate, with the competition covering both school and higher education categories.

Further details regarding the registration process, submission deadline, eligibility requirements and prizes for college and university participants are expected to be provided by Lok Bhavan through its official communication.

Students interested in participating should keep an eye on official announcements for information about the application and submission process.