Padma Shree Prof Anvita Abbi Award
for the best paper on Endangered and Inadequately Documented Languages
We are delighted to announce the Padma Shree Prof. Anvita Abbi Award for the Best Paper on Endangered and Inadequately Documented Languages. This prestigious award aims to recognize and celebrate outstanding research contributions in the field of endangered and inadequately documented languages. The award honours the remarkable legacy of Padma Shree Prof. Anvita Abbi, a trailblazing linguist known for her pioneering work in documenting and preserving endangered languages.
Eligibility
Papers must focus on endangered or inadequately documented languages, addressing linguistic, sociocultural, or interdisciplinary aspects.
Submissions must be original research papers by young scholars submitted for presentation during ELKL conference.
Submitter must be the member of SEL
Award Details
The winning paper will be awarded a cash prize of Rs. 5000.00.
The author(s) will receive a certificate of recognition.
The winning paper will be published in our bilingual, biannual e-journal Vaak Manthan.
Submission Guidelines
Submissions should include a copy the paper and a brief cover letter outlining its significance and relevance to the award criteria.
Submissions can be done throughout the year.
Results will be announced during the ELKL conference.
We encourage researchers, linguists, and scholars from around the world to submit their work for consideration. By recognizing and promoting excellence in the study of endangered and inadequately documented languages, we hope to contribute to their preservation and revitalization.
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