Quran Competition

Competition Rules

Eligibility: The competition is open to all high school and middle school students who wish to participate.

Age Categories: There will be separate categories for high school and middle school students.

Judging Panel: Qualified judges knowledgeable will evaluate the participants.

Scoring Criteria: Participants will be judged based on accuracy, fluency, pronunciation, Tajweed, and overall presentation.

Dress Code: Participants are expected to wear black dress pants with a white button-down.

Time Limits: Each participant will have a specified time limit for recitation.

Preparation: Participants must come prepared with their memorization and recitations.

Respect: Participants must show respect towards fellow participants, judges, and organizers at all times.

Categories: Contestants may choose to compete in one or more categories: Reading, Memorization, and Maqam.

Categories

CATEGORY 1: Recitation of the Quran

Recitation should be with proper Tajweed, with emotion, beauty, and accuracy.

A random passage from the Quran will be selected for the recitation.

The articulation of the letters (Makharij) will be assessed.

The page should be recited within an average timeframe. (Avg. Time 1:45–2:15)

All Tajweed rules must be applied.

CATEGORY 2: Memorization of the Quran

Candidates must memorize chapters corresponding to their level.

The participant should recite the surah correctly, without making any mistakes by applying all the tajweed rules and without stumbling at the appropriate pace.

Each mistake made will be 1 point deducted.

CATEGORY 3: Melodic Recitation of the Quran (Maqam) / Adhan

Maqam
Select and recite one of the Surahs from the prayers (Al-Fatiha, Al-Ikhlas, An-Nas, Al-Falaq, Al-Kawthar).

Recite the chosen Surah in your tone with the maqam melodic method.

Pay attention to the articulation points (Makharij) and Tajweed rules of the recited Surah.

Adhan
Participants are invited to perform the Adgan with focus on melodic beauty.

Choose to perform Adhan in one of the recignized mawams (melodic modes).

Ensure clarity and correctness at he pronounciation of he phrases.

HS Memorization Categories

MS Memorization Categories

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I, the undersigned, being the parent/legal guardian of the above-named child, give my permission for my child to participate in the Quran Competition. I understand that reasonable precautions will be taken to ensure my child’s safety. However, I acknowledge that unforeseen circumstances may arise, and I agree not to hold the organizers responsible for any injuries, illness, or incidents that may occur. I consent to my child receiving medical treatment in case of an emergency if I cannot be reached. I also confirm that I have informed the organizers of any medical conditions or dietary restrictions my child may have.

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