A. About UNIQUE

1. What is UNIQUE?
UNIQUE is a movement dedicated to discovering, recognising and celebrating extraordinary abilities, talents, achievements and contributions. UNIQUE - Every Mind Has Its Own Masterpiece.

2. What is the vision of UNIQUE?
Our vision is to ensure that extraordinary abilities are discovered, encouraged, recognised and celebrated, regardless of age, background, location or ability.

3. Who can be recognised through UNIQUE?
Children, adults, persons with disabilities, individuals with exceptional talents, innovators, achievers, institutions, organisations and social changemakers can all be considered for recognition.

4. Is UNIQUE only for children with autism?
Yes. While the movement is deeply inspired by the empowerment of children with autism and developmental differences, UNIQUE is open to extraordinary abilities.

5. What does “Every Mind Has Its Own Masterpiece” mean?
It means that every person possesses something unique - an ability, talent, idea, achievement or contribution that makes them special.

6. Who are the people behind the vision of UNIQUE?
The movement is inspired by Dr. Koti Reddy Saripalli of Pinnacle Blooms, Dr. Kumari of We Love You, and Dr. K. Vivekananda Babu of the Indian Book of Records. The operations of UNIQUE are led by Porika Sammaiah, Director of Operations, whose experience in disability rehabilitation, accessible technology, innovation and social service strengthens the movement’s execution.

B. Who Can Apply?

7. Who can apply to UNIQUE?
Any individual, parent, guardian, school, college, autism centre, therapy centre, special education institution, NGO, organisation, group or community can apply or nominate someone.

8. Is there any age limit?
No. UNIQUE welcomes extraordinary abilities and achievements from children, young people, adults and senior citizens.

9. Can a parent apply on behalf of a child?
Yes. Parents or legal guardians can submit an application or nomination on behalf of a child.

10. Can schools and institutions apply?
Yes. Schools, colleges, autism centres, therapy centres, special education institutions, NGOs and other organisations can apply or nominate deserving individuals.

11. Can persons with disabilities participate?
Absolutely. UNIQUE strongly encourages participation and recognition of persons with disabilities and their extraordinary abilities and achievements.

12. Can a team or group apply?
Yes. Group achievements, collective talents and institutional accomplishments can also be submitted.

13. Can an organisation nominate its own member?
Yes. Organisations may nominate employees, students, beneficiaries, members or other deserving individuals.

14. Can someone from outside India participate?
UNIQUE is open to extraordinary abilities and achievements connected with the vision of celebrating human potential. Eligibility may depend on the specific programme or recognition category.

C. Nomination and Referral

15. Can I nominate someone else?
Yes. Anyone can nominate a deserving person, child, group or organisation.

16. Who can refer a participant?
A parent, family member, friend, teacher, school, institution, therapist, NGO, organisation or any well-wisher can make a referral.

17. Can I nominate a child without being a parent?
Yes. You may refer a child, but the parent or legal guardian may be required to provide the necessary consent and information.

18. Can I nominate more than one person?
Yes. You can refer multiple deserving individuals, provided the required details are submitted separately or as requested.

19. Can an institution nominate all its talented children?
Yes. Institutions can bring forward multiple children or individuals with unique talents and achievements.

20. Is there a separate referral fee?
No. Referring or nominating a deserving individual through the UNIQUE movement is free.

D. Cost and Application

21. What is the total cost of applying to UNIQUE?
There is no cost. Applying to UNIQUE is completely free.

22. Is there any fee for nomination or referral?
No. Nomination and referral are free.

23. Is there any fee for receiving recognition?
No. Eligible and approved participants receive recognition without being charged an application or recognition fee.

24. Are there hidden charges?
No. UNIQUE does not require any hidden fee for applying, nominating or being considered for recognition.

25. Is the application process online?
Yes. Applications and nominations can be submitted through the official UNIQUE platform.

26. What information is generally required?
Applicants may be asked to provide basic personal or institutional details, information about the talent or achievement, photographs, videos and supporting documents wherever relevant.

27. Can I apply even if I do not have professional certificates?
Yes. Professional certification is not essential for every category. The evidence required depends on the nature of the talent, achievement or recognition.

28. Can I apply if the achievement is not a world record?
Yes. UNIQUE is not limited only to world records. Extraordinary abilities, talents, achievements, contributions and inspiring journeys may also be considered.

E. Records, Talents and Achievements

29. What kind of abilities can be submitted?
Talents may include memory, music, art, dance, sports, academics, creativity, technology, innovation, communication, extraordinary skills and many other areas.

30. Can a unique talent be recognised even if it is difficult to measure?
Yes. Depending on the category, the talent may be evaluated through appropriate evidence, documentation and expert assessment.

31. Can an achievement already recognised elsewhere be submitted?
Yes. Previous recognition may be included as supporting information, although UNIQUE may conduct its own review.

32. Can a new record or extraordinary achievement be submitted?
Yes. Unique, measurable and verifiable achievements may be submitted for consideration.

33. Can social service and humanitarian contributions be recognised?
Yes. Meaningful contributions to society, humanity, disability empowerment, education, healthcare and community development may be considered.

34. Can institutions be recognised?
Yes. Institutions and organisations making meaningful contributions or creating extraordinary impact may also be considered.

F. Review and Verification

35. What happens after an application is submitted?

The submission is reviewed by the appropriate team. The information and supporting evidence may be examined to understand the authenticity and significance of the achievement.
36. Is every application automatically approved?

No. Every submission is subject to review and verification based on the nature of the achievement and the information provided.
37. What is considered during the review?

Originality, authenticity, uniqueness, achievement, supporting evidence and the overall significance of the submission may be considered.
38. Can UNIQUE ask for additional information?

Yes. Additional photographs, videos, documents, explanations or clarifications may be requested when necessary.
39. Can an application be rejected?

Yes. Applications may not be approved if the information is incomplete, unverifiable, misleading or does not meet the requirements of the relevant recognition category.

40. Can I submit an application again?
Yes. Where appropriate, an applicant may submit a revised application with additional information or evidence.

G. Recognition and Certification

41. What happens if my application is approved?
The participant or nominee may receive official recognition under the applicable UNIQUE programme or category.

42. Will recognised participants receive a certificate?
Eligible and approved participants may receive official recognition and certification as applicable to the programme.

43. Is recognition available in digital form?
Depending on the programme, digital recognition materials may be provided.

44. Will every participant receive the same type of recognition?
Not necessarily. The form of recognition may depend on the nature of the talent, achievement, record or contribution.

45. Can a recognised achievement be featured publicly?
Selected achievements may be featured on official platforms, subject to verification, consent and applicable publication policies.

46. Can I share my recognition on social media?
Yes. Recognised participants may share their official recognition and achievement details in accordance with the applicable guidelines.

H. Participation and the UNIQUE Movement

47. Can I participate even if I am not seeking a record?
Yes. UNIQUE is about much more than records. The movement exists to discover and celebrate extraordinary abilities, talents, achievements and contributions.

48. How can schools and organisations become part of UNIQUE?
They can participate by identifying extraordinary individuals, submitting nominations, encouraging talent and becoming part of the wider movement to make extraordinary abilities visible.

49. How can I help UNIQUE?
You can help by discovering extraordinary talent around you, referring deserving individuals, encouraging children and persons with disabilities, sharing the movement and helping create a more inclusive society.

50. What is the central message of UNIQUE?
The central message is simple: Every person has something extraordinary within them. Our mission is to discover it, recognise it and celebrate it. UNIQUE - Every Mind Has Its Own Masterpiece.