New Delhi: Aiyesha Ahmad Khan, hailing from Patna and a student of Miranda House (English Hons.) won a prize in the essay writing competition on the topic ‘Unravelling the Partition of India: Multidimensional Perspectives’ which was organised by the Centre for Independence and Partition Studies (CIPS), University of Delhi. It was open to all UG/PG students and Research Scholars of the University of Delhi. There were more than 500 participants in this competition. Aiyesha was declared third in the competition and awarded with a certificate and a cash prize. The prize distribution ceremony was organised on August 14.
The essays were assessed on the parameters of Relevance to the Theme, Originality and Creativity, Depth of Content and Quality of Research, Organization and Clarity of Expression, Language, Grammar and Overall Presentation, each carrying equal weightage (20%). The word limit for the essay was between 2000 to 2500 words. The use of AI-generated content was not allowed and it was considered a disqualification. The essays were invited in both English and Hindi.
The Centre for Independence and Partition Studies (CIPS) at the University was set up in the year 2023 under Ordinance XX of the University Rules. It is perceived to be a distinguished institution dedicated to the comprehensive exploration of the multifaceted narratives surrounding the Partition and Independence of the Indian subcontinent. Its mission is to delve into the intricate complexities of this pivotal period, shedding light on the diverse perspectives, voices, experiences and anecdotes that have shaped the collective consciousness of our nation post 1947.
