An inter-school debating contest with a ‘twist’
The Hindu
Conceptualised by students of Grade 12 of HLC International, the two-day event stood out for its design and format
The fifth edition of “Brihaspati — The Annual Debate Conference with a Twist”, organised by HLC International, showcased the oratory skills of high school students on a cartwheel of topics, ranging from ancient history to current affairs.
The two-day inter-school competition, which witnessed the participation of 40 students representing eight schools, offered a rare platform for students to interact with those from other campuses.
According to the organisers, the event stands out as participants register themselves under their preferred speaker role and are randomly assigned to teams. Besides, Brihaspati is conceptualised by Grade 12 learners.
The topics were free-ranging.
Sample these. “Is space colonisation a waste of time and money?”
“Should video games and YouTube channels featuring symbols suggestive of the Knight’s Cross of the Iron Cross (award for military forces of Nazi Germany during World War II) be banned?”
Students had to showcase clarity while framing their arguments, use cross-examination and rebuttal in identifying weaknesses in the other team’s arguments.
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