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Tark Vitark: Agree to Disagree
To be held on: 19th November 2026
Conventional Debate Competition | Juxtapose'26
Have an opinion? An argument to back it up? And the confidence to defend your stance when someone challenges everything you believe in?
Welcome to Tark Vitark: Agree to Disagree, where opinions collide, arguments are put to the test, and every word has the power to shift perspectives.
This time, the motion puts media platforms, freedom of expression, and the spread of unverified information during mass movements under the spotlight. Explore the complexities of media responsibility, question established narratives, and examine the fine line between freedom and accountability.
Competition Details:
- Eligibility: College students from universities across India.
- Mode: Offline.
- Venue: Lady Shri Ram College for Women, New Delhi.
- Format: Conventional Debate (CD).
- Participation: Team-based (2 members per team).
- Individual Registration: Permitted.
- Motion: To be shared with participants in advance.
Guidelines & Rules:
- Each team must consist of two participants. One participant will argue for the Proposition, while the other will argue for the Opposition.
- Individual registrations are also permitted. Such participants will be paired or assigned a side by the organisers.
- Participants will be assigned their respective sides. Personal opinions and individual beliefs will not influence side allocation.
- The debate motion will be shared with participants in advance to allow adequate preparation.
- Each speaker will be allotted a fixed time to present their arguments, followed by a rebuttal round.
- Participants are encouraged to support their arguments with credible sources, relevant examples, facts, and logical reasoning.
- Personal attacks, interruptions, plagiarism, and deliberate misrepresentation of facts are strictly prohibited.
- Participants must maintain decorum and respect opposing viewpoints throughout the competition.
- The use of mobile phones, internet access, or any form of external assistance during the debate is strictly prohibited.
- Participants must adhere to the time limits and instructions communicated by the organisers.
- The judge's decision regarding evaluation and final results will be final and binding.
Ready To Have The Last Word?
A strong argument doesn't just make a point; it makes people think.
Sharpen your reasoning, gather your facts, and prepare to defend your stance. Whether you agree or disagree, make sure you have something worth saying.
Toh der kis baat ki? Register now, take your stand, and let the arguments begin!