Registrations are invited for the 9th Parliamentary Debate by NUALS, Kochi. Register by Dec 31 for an Early Bird Discount! 

About NUALS

The National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi, stands tall as a beacon of excellence among India’s premier National Law Universities. The NUALS Parliamentary Debate (NPD) stands as the cornerstone of this institution, representing not only Kerala’s sole Parliamentary Debate but also one of the largest and most prestigious debate tournaments in all of South India.

The 9th edition of our Parliamentary Debate proudly upholds the highest standards of competitive debating, strictly following the esteemed British Parliamentary format. Alongside this commitment to excellence, we’ve meticulously designed a comprehensive Equity Policy to foster a safe, inclusive, and respectful environment for all participants.

Drawing on the rich legacy of our predecessors, we are determined to make NPD 2025 the most remarkable edition yet.

With the 9th edition scheduled from 14th to 16th February 2025, we are dedicated to taking NPD to new heights, ensuring an unforgettable experience that continues to set new benchmarks in the debating community ‎.

Date

14th – 16th February, 2025

Mode

Offline

Venue

National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi

Format

The event will follow the format of British Parliamentary Debate.

Adjudicator Policy

N=N (For all teams)

CAP

TBA

Registration Fee

  • Early Bird – INR 1500 ( without accommodation) | INR 3000 ( with accommodation)
  • Normal – INR 2000 ( without accommodation) | INR 3500( with accommodation)

Eligibility

Institutional/ Cross Teams (teams with speakers currently studying in two different institutions)

Prizes

  1. Winners: Rs. 50,000/-
  2. Runners-up: Rs. 30,000/-
  3. Best Speaker: Rs. 10,000/-
  4. Best Adjudicator: Rs. 10,000/-
  5. Novice Winners: Rs. 12,000/-
  6. Novice Runners-up: Rs. 8000/-

Important

  • The last date for Early Bird Registrations is 31stDecember 2024.
  • The payment gateway will be shared soon. Confirmation of slots will be communicated after payment.

How to Register?

Interested participants can register through this link.

Contact

Click here to view the official notification of the 9th Parliamentary Debate by NUALS, Kochi.