Debate Tournament

Instructions & Rules

Each batch shall be represented by exactly one team consisting of four eligible members.
Three debate topics will be provided to all participating teams one week prior to the competition.
The draw to determine affirmative and opposing positions takes place on the day of the tournament.
If a second round is conducted, topics will be announced on the spot with 20 minutes preparation time.
Only one participant may speak at a time. Side discussions and interruptions are strictly prohibited.
Participants must directly address and counter opposing arguments, without shifting to unrelated points.
Sources for all statistics, quotations, and surveys must be acknowledged orally when referenced.
Handwritten notes and question slips are permitted; however, all electronic devices (phones, tablets, laptops, smartwatches) are strictly banished from preparation and chamber areas.
Evaluation criteria: Relevance & Logic, Fluency, Team Participation, Grammatical Accuracy, and Vocabulary.

Speech Order & Duration Protocol

Order of Speeches: AF1 → OP1 → AF2 → OP2 → AF3 → OP3 → AF4 → OP4 → OP1 Summary → AF1 Summary

First Speakers (AF1 & OP1): 5 Minutes Speech + 2 Minutes Final Summary

Subsequent Speakers (AF2–4, OP2–4): 4 Minutes Speech Each

Prohibited Devices: All Electronics (Phones, Laptops, Wearables)

I have read, understood, and agreed to abide by all the debate rules, speaking protocols, electronic device prohibitions, and judging regulations stated above.

Debate Team Registration

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Team Leader Details

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Team Member Roster (4 Members)

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We confirm that our team consists of four eligible members and agree to comply with the competition rules and regulations.

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