ELUCIDATION - DEBATE

- Harsha

Everyone of us has an opinion about something, be it the safety of nuclear power, the best cartoon character or the need for space exploration. However, due to the pressures of a modern society, we’re unable to put them forth like we’re supposed to. It could be that your opinions are too radical, or that everyone’s just too busy and you can’t find willing opponents.

We, at Instincts’ provide just the solution to all that. 

At the debate event here at SSN, no such constraints apply. Our debates mirror the best in the land – in our own parliament. That’s where our leaders are trying to teach the country what freedom of expression really is.There’s plenty of competition, from all corners of the city; trending modern day topics are picked for the debate by our panel of experts. We have an audience, which is willing to listen to even the most bizarre of views. Finally, there are the winnings to make the deal sweeter.

Come along; bare your thoughts to the world! – but, remember, debate is not all about passion. You also have to speak to impress the crowd, have a clear head to deal with the (inevitable) times when the world seems to be against you.

Pick a trusted friend and come to the campus at 13^th March, preferably after doing your research! – don’t worry if you don’t have a partner, there are plenty who are looking for one.

The debates start off with the proposition and opposition sides staking their claim for the support of the audience. Then, the real fun begins, with both sides allowed to take potshots at each other, in the form of another round of speeches and direct-cross questioning! – Just remember that each speaker is allowed only three minutes to put forth his/her point of view. 

In the event of deadlock, the Judges and the audience are invited to pose questions of their own to the teams.

So, here’s hoping to a round of fantastic debates, which would make our legislators put down their chairs and take notice.