Riyadh: The Ministry of Islamic Affairs, Dawah and Guidance has installed large digital screens inside the final qualifying halls of the 46th King Abdulaziz International Competition for Memorizing, Reciting, and Interpreting the Holy Quran. The screens broadcast participants' recitations live from the qualifying hall while simultaneously displaying the corresponding pages of the Quran from which they are reciting. They also provide key information about each contestant, including name, country, and competition category. According to Saudi Press Agency, the 46th edition of the competition saw a significant expansion in participation, with 334 contestants representing 133 countries. A dedicated section for female participants was introduced.
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