Dubbed Sheikh Rashid bin Mohammed Al Maktoum Competition for Most Beautiful Recitation, it is a major national Quranic event in the Arab country.
It is annually organized for male contenders in the age groups of children, teenagers, youths and imams of mosques.
The competition also includes a category of Adhan (call to prayer) for both Emirati citizens and expatriates living in the country.
Registration for the 16th edition of the contest began on Monday and will continue through May 20.
Those willing to take part in the Quranic event need to have mastery over the rules of Tajweed.
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