National Debate Competition by Narsee Monjee Institute of Management Studies (NMIMS): 25th July

Competition Brief

“वादेवादेजायतेतत्त्वबोधः”

National Debate Competition

(Truth is discovered and assimilated or realized by debates and discussions) – Ancient Indian Philosophy of Vadashastra.

With the advancement in Information and Communications Technology (ICT) – the world is more accessible and connected than ever before. The continuous revolution in this particular domain along with its huge networks and social media platforms has totally revolutionised the humanity.

It has become a key variable for our daily information and substantive knowledge. But the whole phenomenon has also led to the bombardment of misinformation and fact less wisdom; which in turn has created a deep crisis for humanity itself.

It is quite challenging for the young generation to reflect upon the positive and negative dynamics of the same. The whole idea of debate and discussions offers a positive platform to analyse modern communication’s wonders and challenges attached to it.

A logical and rational debate not only empowers the society, but also provides a way forward for the future. One cannot discard the idea of modern communication web and its importance in imparting the valuable information; but the limitations attached to it needs to be mooted upon too.

Students and future law makers today are facing an unprecedented challenge under the Covid crisis. Information and communications technologies and tools attached to it have become a ‘new normal’ for their academic and personal life.

But at the same time, it has also brought the deluge of information with myriad resources. In fact, the whole world is dealing with the new concept of ‘Infodemic’. This Infodemics have affected the idea of communication and knowledge consumption simultaneously.

An overabundance of information – some accurate and some inaccurate – makes it hard for the people to find out trustworthy sources and reliable guidance on the same. As technological advancement is moving on an unprecedented scale and creating new normal for the entire world; the whole idea of mis – information, dis – information and mal-information along with the valuable information is affecting our domains.

From government policies to symptoms and treatment to its origin and vaccination et al. – infodemics have duly engulfed humanity alongside the pandemic itself. And it often influences our perceptions, physical attributes and psychological paradigms. Hence, the topic for this debate competition, ‘Bombardment of Infodemic in Times of Pandemic’, gyrates around the same phenomenon.

The whole idea through this particular activity is to provide a platform to students from various universities to come forward, share their views and learn from each other. After all the whole idea of ‘argumentative traditions’, remains India’s important legacy and was the cornerstone to the ‘idea of India’.

Eligibility

Eligibility for National Debate Competition by NMIMS

• The competition is open to all the undergraduate students of any UGC recognised university/institution.
• By applying for the competition, the teams shall be deemed to have accepted the terms and conditions of the organizing institution.

RULES OF DEBATE

• The competition will be a virtual one and will be conducted via Zoom application.
• Two participants will be allowed from each University/Institution
• The debate will be chaired by a ‘speaker’, who will read out the motion.
• The participants of every university/institution will be required to prepare for both the sides – FOR and AGAINST the motion.
• Each Candidate will be allotted 3 minutes for their respective stand.
• Four awards and prizes will be announced – two for winners and two for runners’ up (for and against the motion).
• Medium of Communication will be English only.
• Decision made by the panel of Judges will be final and binding.
• The dress code for the activity is western or Indian formals
• At any point of conflict, the decision of Host Institution (NMIMS, Indore), will be final and participants have to follow the same.
• School of Law, NMIMS, Indore reserves the right to alter or change the rules or procedure of the competition
• Details and information concerning the debate will be shared through Email and WhatsApp by the organizing committee.

Important Dates

Date of Event- 25^TH July

Last date of Registration- 21^ST July

Penalties and Disqualification:

• Use of foul language or use of any written document/chits/any other source during the debate will result in disqualification of the candidate.
• Candidates are required to have a proper internet connection failing which will result in the disqualification of the candidate.
• If a violation of the rules is believed to have been committed by a team or one of its members, the organising committee may in its own discretion,
upon its initiative or complaint from another team or assessor, impose a penalty or disqualify the team.
• The Competition Grievance Panel shall be informed before any action of disqualification is taken. The panel shall consist of the head of the Host the institution, the chief coordinator of the organising committee, and two assessors from the panel of assessors.

Registration Process:

Registration process for National Debate Competition

Step 1- Participants need to fill details in the Google Forms.

Google Form Link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdqXMPh4kCs8oqJ1qygPp5FHAXDCJ5HtU83mForZExzXCHXHg/viewform?usp=sf_link
Step 2- If the registration of Participants is being accepted they will receive a confirmation mail to their registered Email address.
Step 3- The participants will have to pay the registration fees of Rs. 500 per university/Institution (Individually – 250)
Step 4- After Successful Payment, participants will be informed about the same and they need to follow further instructions, which the participants will be receiving
through emails.