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World Biodiversity Day 2012 Essay Competition (Mauritius)

Deadline: 20 April 2012

In the context of the World Biodiversity Day 2012 which is celebrated in the 22nd of May annually, the National Parks and Conservation Service operating under the aegis of the Ministry of Agro Industry and Food Security is launching an essay competition for all Lower Six students.

The title is “The protection of our biodiversity resources is one of the answers to mitigate climate change effects and to support sustainable development. Discuss.”

COMPETITION RULES

Each school should submit only one of its best essays.

1. Essays should be printed in English and must contain 1800-2000 words

2. Essays must have a cover page indicating:

  • Essay title
  • Name of participant
  • School name and address

3. Entries without any of the above information will not be considered. Essays must be original, unpublished and written by the student only. C0-authored essays will not be accepted.

4. All entries should be submitted before the prescribed deadline through the head of school to: The Director, National Parks and Conservation Service, Reduit. The closing date of the competition is the 20th April 2012.

5. Late entries will not be considered

6. All essays entered will become the property of the Ministry of Agro Industry and Food Security

PRIZES WILL BE AS FOLLOWS:

  • 1st Prize: Rs 10,000 + shield
  • 2nd Prize: Rs 5,000 + shield
  • 3rd Prize: Rs 3,000 + shield

CONTACT INFORMATION:

For inquiries: npcs @ mail.gov.mu

For submissions: The Director, National Parks and Conservation Service (NPCS), Ministry of Agro-Industry and Food Security, REDUIT

Website: http://www.gov.mu/portal/site/moa

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