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| | '''African Wear for Ladies: A Celebration of Elegance and Cultural Heritage |
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| | [https://www.attir.co.uk/ African clothes] is a vibrant and diverse expression of cultural heritage, creativity, and modern fashion sensibilities. Traditional African attire for women includes garments like the kitenge, ankara, kente, and dashiki, each with unique patterns, colors, and symbolic meanings. These fabrics are often adorned with intricate embroidery, beadwork, and embellishments that highlight the craftsmanship and attention to detail that define African fashion. The rich history and cultural significance of these textiles make them not only beautiful but also deeply meaningful. They are often worn during special occasions such as weddings, festivals, and ceremonies, where they symbolize respect, status, and cultural pride. |
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| Bharatpedia team is organizing an edit-a-thon. The goal of this edit-a-thon is to create [[India]]-related articles. The event will start on July 6, 2021 at 23:59 IST and will run for complete 30 days.
| | In contemporary fashion, African wear for ladies has seamlessly blended tradition with modernity, creating versatile and stylish outfits suitable for various occasions. Designers have innovatively transformed traditional fabrics into chic dresses, skirts, blouses, and suits that appeal to a global audience. Ankara prints, for instance, are frequently used to create fashionable jumpsuits, peplum tops, and maxi dresses that combine bold patterns with contemporary cuts. This fusion of traditional and modern elements allows women to celebrate their cultural heritage while expressing their personal style. Additionally, the adaptability of African fabrics means they can be styled for both formal events and casual outings, making them a versatile addition to any wardrobe. |
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| == Expectations ==
| | The global recognition of African wear for ladies has also contributed to its popularity and influence in the fashion industry. International designers and fashion houses have incorporated African prints and designs into their collections, showcasing the beauty and versatility of these garments on runways worldwide. This global appreciation has not only highlighted the aesthetic appeal of African wear but also promoted cultural exchange and understanding. Furthermore, the rise of sustainable and ethical fashion has placed African attire in the spotlight, as many African designers prioritize eco-friendly materials and support local artisans. This commitment to sustainability and cultural preservation ensures that [https://www.attir.co.uk/women/ african wear for ladies] remains a powerful and positive force in the fashion world, celebrating the rich traditions and creativity of the African continent |
| It is announced that ''{{Tq|User that adds the most number of words or bytes during this edit-a-thon will be awarded a trophy and prize money of $100}}'' We expect that if you participate in this edit-a-thon, you'll create at least 10 articles. However, you may work on as many articles as you want.
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| == Who can join? ==
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| Any registered user with or without autoconfirmed user right can join. If your account is 5 days old and you have made a minimum of 20 edits you can post articles directly to the article namespace, but if you do not have the autoconfirmed user right yet, you can post a page in draft space and submit it for a review using the template <code>{{tl|submit}}</code> please see [[Bharatpedia:New user landing page]] for more.
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| == Rules ==
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| ;For an article to be considered as part of this India Edit-a-thon, it must adhere to the following rules:
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| # '''{{red|Creation rule}}''': '''If you are creating a new article''' the new article must have a minimum length of 200 words (the prose count excludes templates, infoboxes, references, etc.)
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| # The articles should not copyright violation content and should follow verifiability.
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| # We strongly recommend you create your own content, but if you copy articles from Wikipedia you must add <code><nowiki>{{Source Wikipedia}}</nowiki></code> tag at the end of the article.
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| ;Points that you will earn per article:
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| * Creating a new article: 10
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| * Copying article from Wikipedia: 5
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| * Expanding existing article: 3
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| == Participants ==
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| Please add four tildes <nowiki>(~~~~)</nowiki>; this will automatically add your name:
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| *[[User:Simba|Simba]] ([[User talk:Simba|talk]]) (Articles: [[Surjit Patar]], [[Sukhvinder Amrit]], [[Satyapal Anand ]], [[Daya Singh Arif]], [[Bawa Balwant]], [[Shiv Kumar Batalvi]], [[Harbans Bhalla]], [[Chaman Lal Chaman]], [[Amarjit Chandan]])
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| *[[User:Hembram Bakhul |Hembram Bakhul]] ([[User talk:Hembram Bakhul|talk]])
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| *<small>''([[File:Oxygen480-places-bookmarks.svg|15px]] {{Red|'''Top performer'''}})''</small> [[User:Ajay Kumar|Ajay Kumar]] ([[User talk:Ajay Kumar|talk]]) 11:31, 3 July 2021 (IST) (Articles: [[Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan]], [[Deputy Prime Minister of India]], [[Rao Inderjit Singh ]], [[Prahlad Singh Patel]], [[Santosh Gangwar]], [[Bhupender Yadav]], [[D. V. Sadananda Gowda]], [[R. K. Singh]], [[Raj Kumar Singh]], [[Pashupati Kumar Paras]], [[Harsimrat Kaur Badal]], [[Ashwini Vaishnaw]], [[Ramchandra Prasad Singh]], [[Jyotiraditya Scindia]], [[Hardeep Singh Puri]])
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| *<b>[[User:Marvel|<span style="color:black">Mar</span><span style="color:red">vel</span>]][[User talk:Marvel|(<span style="color:green">talk</span>)]]</b> 11:35, 3 July 2021 (IST)
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| *<small>''([[File:Oxygen480-places-bookmarks.svg|15px]] {{Red|'''Top performer'''}})''</small> [[User:Khan786|Khan786]] ([[User talk:Khan786|talk]]) 12:12, 3 July 2021 (IST)
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| *SonOfZeus 12:21, 3 July 2021 (IST) (Articles: [[Pakhangba]], [[Meitei mythology]], [[Loktak lake]], [[Shija Laioibi]], [[History of Manipur]], [[Prehistory of Manipur]], [[Medieval Manipur]], [[History of modern Manipur]], [[Chothe Thangwai Pakhangba]], [[List of dance forms included in Lai Haraoba festival]], [[Bishnupur district]], [[Phumdi]], [[Sangai]], [[Keibu Keioiba]], [[Keibul Lamjao National Park]], [[Ningthoukhong]], [[Meitei language]], [[Diwali]], [[Kartikeya]], [[Shiva]], [[Indra]], [[Rishi]], [[Indian languages]], [[Sanskrit language]], [[Valmiki]], [[Indus]], [[Indus Valley Civilization]], [[Ancient India]], [[Ramayana]], [[Vaishnavism]], [[Districts of Manipur]], [[Thoubal]], [[Thoubal district]], [[Jiribam]], [[Jiribam district]], [[Bishnupur]], [[Bishnupur district]], [[Kakching district]])
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| *[[User:Ahimang|Ahimang]] ([[User talk:Ahimang|talk]]) 16:51, 3 July 2021 (IST)(Articles: [[Rana Kharkongor]],[[Shillong]])
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| * [[User:VF814324|VF814324]] ([[User talk:VF814324|talk]]) 16:59, 3 July 2021 (IST)
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| * [[User:Botaviq|Botaviq]] ([[User talk:Botaviq|talk]]) 23:41, 3 July 2021 (IST)
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| *<small>''([[File:Oxygen480-places-bookmarks.svg|15px]] {{Red|'''Top performer'''}})''</small> [[User:Pradip89|Pradip89]] ([[User talk:Pradip89|talk]]) 17:12, 5 July 2021 (IST) (Articles: [[14th Dalai Lama]], [[Life as the Dalai Lama]])
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| * [[User:WikiJoy|WikiJoy]] ([[User talk:WikiJoy|talk]]) 13:12, 12 July 2021 (IST)
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| == Coordinator ==
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| #[[User:WikiDwarf|WikiDwarf]]
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| == Article suggestion ==
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| You can create any article <u>directly</u> related to India. It may be—
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| # a place (town, village)
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| # an educational institution (high school, college, university anywhere in India)
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| # Creations (book, movie, music album)
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| # any notable event
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| # anything else related to India
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| In brief write on anything that a is a) notable and b) connects India
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| == Prize ==
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| *1st position: A trophy and $100
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| *2nd position: $50
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| *3rd position: $30
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| *4th position: $20
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| ===Result===
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| Thank you everyone for your tireless work. We're happy to announce that after a long time of counting contributions we have finally got our Top 4 winner selected among 10+ participants, this decision was very hard and we want to say that all of you did an amazing job. All the winners will be awarded the prize money as well as a certificate of achievement and we will be providing a certificate of participation to all the participants, please [https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSde_WsDXZME5N4zwEadi6I4OFgI9KHCvgZkIJXOI_jPfYoHEA/viewform?usp=sf_link click here] to claim.
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| # Ajay Kumar
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| # Pradip89
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| # Khan786
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| # ''This position is tied between two participants:''
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| ##WikiJoy
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| ##SonOfZeus
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| == Articles created as part of this event ==
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| *Links pointing to their talk pages
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| So far, the following articles were created as part of this editathon:
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| == Statistics on the accomplishments of the event ==
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| This will be provided in due time.
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