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Pastel Swirl

DEBATTLE
                                  COLLIDING THOUGHTS , SYMPHONIC BLENDS

The scythe lies dormant, in the words of fire

your perspective the ruler,

the empire,

whether a laurel torch

or a burning lyre.

A white canvas awaits, the colour of expression,

to paint the collision of thoughts,

all for a worthy accession.

But may the war, among the sky and sea,

rest, at a beautiful horizon.

Do you possess what it takes,

to bear and balance?

High are the stakes,

patience and passion alliance.

Soon shall commence the Debattle 2023,

and with warm hearts, we welcome thee.

Here we hear the grandeur of a chorus unfold.

May the best voice be crowned the gold.

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Debate is a crucial element of effective communication, critical thinking and persuasive argumentation. The objective of DEBATTLE is to provide a platform for students and young minds to engage in a structured stimulating discussion on a given topic with the goal of  persuading the opponents, judges and audience to agree with their position.

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Event specifications:

Event                               : DEBATTLE

Eligibility                          :  Classes 9-12

Type of Event                  :  Individual

Day and Date of Event    :  Saturday, 22 July 2023

Number of Participants   :  2 per school

Statement of the Debate :  ' Humour serves as the zest of life, albeit at the expense of others’ sense of self-esteem.’

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Preliminary Round - Air Crash

The event ‘Air Crash’ serves as a preliminary round, designed to foster participants' quick thinking and improvisational skills.

 

Rules and Procedures:

  • This is a group event comprising of four students, randomly allotted by the host school.

  • Students will be assigned a character 10 minutes before their turn.

  • Each speaker will have 1 minute to present their case and 1 minute for rebuttal, totalling 2 minutes per speaker.

  • The participants will be judged individually.

  • 10 finalists will be shortlisted for the Final round ‘Debate’.

 

 

Final Round- Debate

  • Selected students will speak ‘For’/ ‘Against’ the motion as per draw of lots by the host school.

  • Each participant will speak for 2 minutes and have 1 minute for rebuttal to voice their opinions on the other speakers.

  • Appropriate language and decorum should be maintained at all times.

  • Refrain from looking into the paper or cue cards during the presentation.

  • Usage of any form of electronic gadgets is strictly prohibited.

  • Any violation of these rules might result in disqualification.

 

Judgement Criteria:

  • The participants will be judged on the basis of Content, Persuasiveness, Creativity, Presentation, Confidence and Question Round by the Judges.

  • The Best Speaker and the Runner-Up will be awarded to the top two participants based on their individual performances.

  • The decision of the Judges is final and binding.

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Further details of the competition will be informed to you at the venue on the day of the event.

Last date of Registration is Monday, 10 July 2023.

 

For further queries contact:

Teacher in- charge: Ms Sudha Mayya – Phone No: 9632313569  3:00 pm to 4:00 pm

Student in-charge: Ms Priyanka M Valecha-Phone No: 9900155151  4:00 pm to 5:00 pm

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