NDC 2024 Edition

Bal Education Trust is delighted to announce the forthcoming 2024 edition of its highly anticipated National Debate Competition. The competition will commence from 4 May 2024 and the registrations is open until 5 April 2024, 11:59 PM. The Competition is open to two age groups- Category I (Grade 6-8) and Category II (Grade 9-12). The Level 2 (State Level) will commence on 23 May 2024.

Note: The allocated slot cannot be changed and rescheduled since they are based on state and district division.

This prestigious event, conducted exclusively in the English Language and in virtual mode, comprises three progressive levels- District, State, and the National. At the District Level, participants will engage in a speech-only round, without a rebuttal round. Advancing to the State Level, only 40% of participants will qualify, engaging in both speeches and a challenging rebuttal round. The pinnacle of the competition is the National Level, where one exceptional finalist from each state will represent their state. To Honour participants, the competition offers generous prizes, including 11,000 INR + Certificate of Appreciation Recognised by Bal Education Trust + Trophy + Gold Medal for the winner, 5,000 INR + Certificate of Appreciation Recognised by Bal Education Trust + Trophy + Silver Medal for the 1st runner-up, and 2,500 INR + Certificate of Appreciation Recognised by Bal Education Trust + Trophy + Bronze Medal for the 2nd runner-up. The goal of this event is to promote national exposure, providing a platform for participants to present their ideas, and bring together individuals from various corners of the country. 

The Bal Education Trust’s National Debate Competition 2024 promises to be a challenging experience for participants, showcasing their debating skills and fostering intellectual growth.

Topics for LEVEL 1 (DISTRICT LEVEL) NDC’24 (Online):

Topics for LEVEL 2 (STATE LEVEL) NDC’24 (Online):

Rules & Regulations for LEVEL 2 (STATE LEVEL) NDC’24

• The date of commencement is not a date of competition.
• Participants will get their slot allocation a day prior to the date of commencement.
• There are no participation fees for the next level.
• The allocated slot remains unchanged under any circumstance.
• In the state level competition, each participant will have 120 seconds to present their opening statement, followed by the rebuttal round for the next 5 minutes. Cross-questioning is restricted to only two questions.
• Participants will come to know about their sides of the topic during the competition. Participants are supposed to prepare both for the motion and against the motion.
• Only one participant from all the states will qualify for the National/Final level of NDC’ 24.

Why to Participate..

Participating in the Bal Education Trust’s National Debate Competition offers several benefits and compelling reasons to join including Enhanced Communication Skills, Critical Thinking, Research Skills, Confidence Building, Networking Opportunities, Intellectual Growth, Recognition and Prizes, Personal Development, Preparation for Future Endeavours.

• Debating improves public speaking, articulation, and the ability to express ideas clearly and persuasively.
• Participants learn to analyse information, form logical arguments, and think critically, which are valuable skills in academics and professional life.
• Debaters research diverse topics, enhancing their ability to gather and synthesise information from various sources.
• Public speaking and debating boost confidence, helping participants present their ideas confidently in any setting.
• The competition brings together students from different regions, providing networking opportunities and exposure to diverse perspectives.
• Engaging in debates challenges participants to broaden their knowledge and understanding of various issues.
• Participants have the chance to win prizes and gain recognition for their debating skills.
• Debating promotes personal growth, including improved self-awareness, empathy, and the ability to see issues from multiple viewpoints.
• The skills developed in debating are valuable for academic pursuits, career advancement, and civic engagement.

Participating in the Bal Education Trust’s National Debate Competition 2024 is an academically rewarding experience that enhances skills, fosters personal growth, and provides a platform to showcase talent and intellect.