Every extraordinary achievement deserves recognition, and at the right stage. Two of the most prestigious record-recognition organisations in the region, the India Book of Records (IBR) and the Asia Book of Records (ABR), serve distinct purposes and cater to different scopes of achievement. Understanding the difference is the first step toward claiming the recognition you deserve.
A quick recap
21 years ago, Dr Biswaroop Roy Chowdhury (Chief Editor of IBR; Chairman of World Records Union), through his experiences, realised that India is a land of innumerable talents. These mind-blowing talents are often overlooked as mere hobbies. He understood these are more than just hobbies. These talents were capable of achieving such phenomenal feats that many only dream of attempting. Following this realisation, Dr. BRC, a true believer in human capabilities, took a decisive step to create a platform which will provide an equal opportunity to all Indians to showcase their talents in front of not just a few people but the entire nation and the world. And that is how the India Book of Records came into existence.
Similarly, when he got the opportunity to venture outside India, he felt the same about the talented people residing in other countries. So, the Asia Book of Records was established as the keeper of records for Asian countries in 2016. It functions under the World Records Union, in congruence with various record books, including the Vietnam Book of Records, Nepal Book of Records, Cambodia Book of Records, India Book of Records, Indo-China Book of Records, Bangladesh Book of Records, US Book of Records, Ukraine Book of Records, and Indonesia Book of Records.
Let’s understand in detail what the differences are between India Book of Records and Asia Book of Records and how both these organisations function.
What is the India Book of Records (IBR)?
IBR is India’s foremost authority for documentation and recognising exceptional human achievements across the length and breadth of the nation. Established to celebrate India’s extraordinary talents and diversity, IBR has become the gold standard for record recognition within the country. IBR officially acknowledges achievements across a wide range of domains, including:
Individual Records: Personal feats of endurance, skills, memory, arts, sports, academics and more.
Group/Mass Records: Collective achievements by schools, colleges, clubs, organisations or communities.
Institutional Records: Records set by hospitals, corporations, NGOs and government bodies.
Young Achievers’ records: Records set by young talents of the country (1.5 years old to 18 years of age)
Upon successful verification of their claims, record claimants are awarded a special IBR Kit, an IBR title (Record Holder/Achiever), and are featured in the IBR digital and print registry, making their achievement permanent.
What is the Aasia Book of Records (ABR)?
The Asia Book of Records is a continental-level record recognition body that documents and celebrates the most extraordinary achievements across the Asian continent. It represents the most extraordinary achievements across the continent. It represents a higher tier of recognition. One that helps in registering a record at the continent level.
ABR Titles and Recognition Categories:
ABR recognises achievements across similar domains as IBR, but with the added filter of continental significance.
The key categories include:
Continental Individual Records: Feats that stand tallest across Asia in their respective category.
Continental Group/Institutional Records: Collective achievements with pan-Asian distinction.
Asian Youth & Junior Records: Outstanding young achievers across Asia.
Special
Special Asian Heritage Records: Achievements that reflect or preserve the Asian cultural legacy.
ABR record holders receive an achievement certificate inside the ABR kit, the coveted Asia Record Holder Title or Grand Master title, and placement in the Asia Book of Records registry, which is referenced by media, institutions, and governments across the continent.
Who Can Apply for the IBR and ABR?
There are certain criteria that one must satisfy while applying for both IBR and ABR. We have listed them below:
The IBR is open to a wide and inclusive community of Indian applicants. Whereas ABR is open to a broader continental pool of applicants. You are eligible to apply if:
There is no restriction on maximum age, gender, profession, or physical ability. Both the record registering organisations encourage participation from differently-abled individuals, senior citizens, and children, because exceptional achievement knows no boundaries. It is also crucial to note that ABR expects a higher threshold of achievement relative to IBR, given the scale and diversity of competition across the continent.
Can anyone apply for IBR and ABR at the same time?
Yes, one can apply for both IBR and ABR at the same time. And, if the record is really fantastic, then we also encourage applying for both platforms at the same time. If anyone secures the title of a Record Holder under India Book of Records, they automatically become eligible to apply for Asia Book of Records. In fact, IBR has many of the most celebrated records that have earned ABR recognition for the very same achievement. This amplifies their talent from being a national story to a continental one.
Benefits of IBR and ABR certification
Earning recognition from both organisations carries a compounding value. It doubles the celebration, and not just on paper. It promotes your talents on both the national and continental levels in the following ways:
Credibility at two levels: The national and continental recognition elevates your achievement’s prestige exponentially.
Media exposure: Media and institutional visibility increase dramatically when you hold titles from both bodies.
Career and branding opportunities: Many career opportunities open up as dual recognition signals a globally competitive achievement.
Motivational legacy for educators, coaches and community leaders. Dual recognition inspires entire communities.
Conclusion
The India Book of Records and the Asia Book of Records are not competing platforms. Rather, one can say that they are complementary tiers of the recognition journey that begins with a single extraordinary moment. India Book of Records celebrates what makes India remarkable; ABR places this remarkability on a continental canvas, and along with it recognises talents from across the Asian continent.
If you have a talent which deserves limelight on the national and international stage, then apply today. To apply for an IBR record, you can apply here. For recognition under ABR, you have to fill out this application form.
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