nasirat ijtima
Each Nasirah should learn how to recite the Tashahud and MUST recite it before beginning the speech.
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Tilawat Competition
Why does every Nasirat have to participate in Tilawat competition?
The sole purpose of this is so that every Nasirah experiences confidence in her recitation! It is possible some Nasirat may feel uncomfortable about reciting in front of an audience. A Nasirah may only read privately to the Judges if the Tilawat recitation is for qualifying purposes only. Otherwise, all Nasirat have to recite at the podium.
Can Nasirat bring their own Qur’an or the verses printed on paper?
No, the Nasirat should not be permitted to bring their own Qur’an or paper with verses printed. All Ijtima Packages have a printable copy of the Tilawat verses for your convenience. However, the Secretary MUST provide and use an unmarked copy from which the Nasirat will recite at the Ijtima.
Does a Nasirah who is still on the Qaidah have to recite the Holy Qur’an to qualify?
Yes. She should practice the given Tilawat verses to qualify. She can memorize as well. However, She does not need to achieve 80% to qualify for other competitions
Is Tilawat allowed to be recited in Roman English?
No, it is very important for Nasirat to develop the skill of reading in Arabic
Speech Competitions
Is memorization mandatory?
Memorization for any speech is not required at the Local level, but for participants in the regional and national memorization is mandatory
What if there is only 1 participant in the Age Group?
The Competition still needs to occur
What if Judges cannot be found for the French Speech Competition?
Please contact the National Nasirat Secretary 1 month in advance for assistance in this matter.
Can one Nasirah take part in both Urdu and English speech competition?
Yes, Nasirat can take part in all three speech competitions (English, Urdu, and French). There are no limits to the number of competitions that a Nasirah can participate in for the Ijtima.
If a Nasirah gives a reference in another language than the one that her speech is in, does she need to give its translation?
Yes
If a Nasirah uses a verse of the Holy Qur’an as a reference, does she need to recite the Arabic verses also?
Arabic verse is not necessary, however, if a Nasirah chooses to recite the Arabic, correct pronunciation will be counted and any mistake in pronunciation will be deducted. All the references must be cited. (i.e. Chapter 22: verse 2 of the Holy Qur’an). Translation of the verse is necessary in the language of speech.
Is Tashahhud included in the speech timing?
The time starts after Tashahhud is recited.
What does Age Appropriate Vocabulary mean?
It should be remembered that if a Nasirah is reciting a speech in either English/Urdu/French, she is reciting it so that the Nasirat in her age group will understand and benefit from it, NOT the Judges or the adults in the audience.
What does Style of Delivery entail?
It has been noted that some Nasirat are being encouraged to use excessive hand and body movements to emphasize points in their speech. This is not appropriate or modest behavior and must be discouraged. Please remind the Nasirat that the strength and intelligence in their words will inspire confidence and build good character, InshAllah!
Will marks be deducted if Tashahhud is read wrong?
Yes, marks will be deducted if Tashahhud is read wrong, even though the timing starts after the Tashahhud.
After what time do the Judges start deducting marks for the time management of a speech?
Every participant will have 15 second leeway
Nazm Competition
Is memorization at the local level necessary for Nazm competition?
Memorization is encouraged but not necessary at the Local Level. Marks will not be deducted if the Participant is reciting from a paper. Memorization is MUST at Regional and National Only
Are pronunciation marks at the local level necessary?
Pronunciation marks are a MUST at every level, and marks should be deducted for errors in pronunciation. Please use Urdu as Original Reference.
What can be done for those Nasirat who do not read/speak Urdu fluently?
Practice makes perfect, InshAllah! A pronunciation guideline has been provided to assist those who do not speak Urdu fluently. However, it must be also noted that Nasirat should only use the English transliteration (Roman English) as a guide and the Urdu as the original source. It is highly recommended that an experienced and knowledgeable Nazm reciter be invited to help with pronunciation, etc.