Abul Mansur Ahmad Smriti Parishad is launching the second edition of an essay contest in honour of the renowned politician, journalist and litterateur, said a press release.

Three separate competitions will be held on the topics: Depiction of religious bigotry and social classes in Ahmad’s literary work; role of journalism and modernism, and the creation of a progressive mindset in the context of Ahmad’s journalism career; and Ahmad’s thoughts on the state and today’s Bangladesh.

The best submissions will be awarded Tk 10,000, while the second prize is Tk 5,000. The third prize is a set of books by Abul Mansur Ahmad.

Anyone between the ages of 20-35 can participate by sending an essay in Bangla of maximum 2,500 words, based on original research, within August 17.

A jury of eminent writers will select the winners. 

Prizes will be awarded in September, marking the birth anniversary of Ahmad. For online submission, send a Microsoft Word file using the font SutonnyMJ to [email protected]. Address for physical submission is: Emran Mahfuz, coordinator, Abul Mansur Ahmad Essay Contest 2019, The Daily Star Centre, 64-65 Kazi Nazrul Islam Avenue, Dhaka 1215.