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FAQs - India Discovered Travelogue Writing Contest
Here are few frequently asked questions and answers to help you understand India Discovered Travelogue Writing Contest.

Q1	How can I participate in the travelogue writing contest - India Discovered?
A1	It is easy. If you are a member, Register for the Contest and get going. Non-members need to Sign Up and Register to participate in the India Discovered Travelogue Writing Contest.

Q2	What are the topics/destinations that I can write on?
A2	You can write on any destination in India, that you feel confident about. It has to be an informative travel story of your journey and the place that you went on a holiday. Your travelogue should be engaging, one that entertains, inspires and is informative at the same time. For more on Key Elements required in a travelogue, see contest details.

Q3	Can I write more than one travelogue?
A3	Yes, there is no limit to travelogues a member can write but make sure all your travelogues are on different destinations. There cannot be more than 5 travelogues on a particular destination.

Q4	If a member has already written a travelogue on a particular destination, can I write on the same destination again?
A4	Ideally you should not. If you do, your destination strength goes down. Moreover, there cannot be more than 5 travelogues on a particular destination.

Q5	What is Destination Strength?
A5	Destination Strength measures the uniqueness of your main destination. Highest when no entry exists on the main destination you are writing; lowest when 4 entries are already there on the main destination that you are writing on. For example, if your travelogue is on a destination that has not been written about, your destination strength would be the highest. The destination strength goes down if that destination has already been written about. We do not accept more than 5 travelogues on a particular destination.

Q6	Does that mean higher the Destination Strength, better are the chances of a travelogue to win?
A6	Yes, but it is just a probability factor. Your winning strength increases your chances of winning but in no way guarantees your win. The Destination Strength has to be complimented by Information Strength and must be seconded by the panel of judges, whose decision would be final.

Q7	What is Information Strength?
A7	Information Strength is measure of informative richness of a travelogue. Informative richness includes the key elements required (see contest details) and the word count. Besides, Information Strength also takes in account the number of photos added in a travelogue.

Q8	What about votes and comments?
A8	Votes and comments decide the Popularity of your Travelogue. Tell your friends to rate and comment on your entries to keep them popular and in focus.

Q9	Can I edit my travelogue once it is submitted?
A9	No, you are not allowed to edit your travelogue once you've submitted it. We therefore urge you to Preview and Edit before you Submit or make use of the 'save as draft' functionality to go through your travelogue thoroughly and make required changes before hitting the submit button.

Q10	Can I save draft and edit it later?
A10	Yes, Draft Saving facility is available and you can edit it also. The draft should be published within a week (7 days from the date of first save as draft) else your draft would get deleted automatically.

Q11	If I win, how will you inform me?
A11	Winners will be announced every Tuesday. You can check Winners' Page for winning entries. Winners will also be informed by Email and Phone call. see contest details

Q12	Have any other question related to Travelogue Contest?
A12	Ask at Travelogue Contest Q & A.

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