Hon’ble Prime Minister of India Shri Narendra Modi launched the International Big Cat Alliance (IBCA) in Mysuru, India on 9 April 2023 at an event commemorating 50 years of Project Tiger in India, to create a global movement for enhancing the conservation of seven big cat species, viz. tiger, lion, leopard, snow leopard, cheetah, jaguar, and puma.

IBCA will strengthen global cooperation and mobilize financial and technical resources to support the entire ecosystem associated with the conservation of these species and their habitats. It will serve as an evolving platform for convergence of knowledge and best practices, supporting existing specific inter-governmental platforms, while also providing direct support to recovery efforts in potential range habitats.

In this regard, IBCA is organizing an ‘illustration Competition’ where we are inviting citizens to show their creativity and create a suitable illustration that can be easily relatable to the concept of this important global initiative and reinforce the message of big cat conservation as a vital part of our larger efforts to restore and revive natural ecosystems and biodiversity.

The illustrations must capture the essence of big cat species, their habitats, and associated conservation efforts, making complex issues more accessible to a broad audience, evoking empathy and creating emotional connections, and motivating individuals to become actively involved in conservation

They should convey hope and optimism, demonstrating that positive change is possible, and our collective efforts can make a difference in safeguarding the planet's precious biodiversity.

Gratification/Rewards:
1. The winning entry will be awarded a cash prize of ₹1 lakh.
2. Top 5 entries in each category will be awarded special mention.

Submission Format:
1. Preferred file format: jpg, png
2. Maximum dimensions: 1000 x 1000 pixels.
3. Versions required: A full-color version and a black-and-white version.
4. Participants will have to provide open files/ vector formats (AI, EPS, etc.) if requested

Evaluation criteria:
1. Originality in work
2. Detail/ clarity in composition
3. Aesthetic quality
4. Interpretation & creativity
5. Relevance to the alliance’s objectives

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