Event Overview
On July 15th, 2024, some of the brightest young minds gathered to debate a challenging and thought-provoking topic: “The new world is a doom spell to the world we live in.” The event unfolded with dynamic exchanges of ideas and exceptional displays of argumentative skills.
Inauguration
The event was inaugurated by the principal of Narbheram Hansraj English School, Mrs. Paramita Roy Chaudhury, who announced the topic and set the stage for a vigorous debate.
Participants
Participants from 13 esteemed schools competed, showcasing their exceptional argumentative skills and quick thinking.
Judges and Moderator
The panel of esteemed judges included:
- Mrs. Jayanti Banerjee Das
- Mrs. Mitali Roy Choudhury
- Dr. Monika Uppal
The debate was moderated by Mr. Nalin Goel.
Debate Structure
Each participant had one hour to prepare, followed by:
- Four minutes to present their arguments
- Two minutes for the rebuttal round
The intensity of the debate heightened during the rebuttal session, impressing the judges with their eloquence and reasoning.
Results
- Best Speaker: Rachit Sharma from De Nobili School, CMRI
- First Runner-Up Speaker: Richa Ragini from De Nobili School, CMRI
- Winning Team: Rachit Sharma and Richa Ragini from De Nobili School, CMRI
- First Runner-Up Team: Ankita Dey Laik and Lakshita Choudhury from Loyola School, Jamshedpur
Conclusion
The Frank Anthony Memorial All India Inter School Debate Competition 2024 was a resounding success. It fostered a spirit of healthy competition and encouraged students to engage deeply with critical issues of our time.
