The Department of Cultural Affairs implements a number of cultural programs for the sustenance and promotion of the cultural sector of Sri Lanka and the State Children’s Art Festival is an important component among them. This art possesses a wonderful ability to depict the world they see, their feelings and their attitudes creatively. This art is a helping hand for the children to instill their creative thoughts.
It is through their drawings that children express the views and interpretations of their experiences. Drawing contributes for the personal development and healthy mindset of children.
The State Children’s Art Festival is an occasion where the little painters throughout the island are given due accolade for their creative works and the state event with the highest number of little competitors.
Categories Age Group
- Primary 05-06 years of age
- Post Primary 07-09 years of age
- Junior 10-12 years of age
- Senior 13-15 years of age
- Senior Secondary 16-18 years of age
Awards/Certificates/Cash Prizes
| Serial No | Category | First Place (Rs.) | Second Place (Rs.) | Third Place (Rs.) | Award Certificates (Rs.) | Merit Certificates (Rs.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | Primary | 25,000 | 20,000 | 15,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 |
| 02 | Post Primary | 25,000 | 20,000 | 15,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 |
| 03 | Junior | 25,000 | 20,,000 | 15,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 |
| 04 | Senior | 25,000 | 20,000 | 15,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 |
| 05 | Senior Secondary | 25,000 | 20,000 | 15,000 | 7,500 | 5,000 |
In addition to the above, plans are put into place to award 30 certificates to the 30 best drawings each under every category in this year.
