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Call for Applications: Altus Disputatio Debate Competition by NUALS, Kochi [Feb 28 – March 2; Cash Prizes Upto Rs. 1L]: Register Now!


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03 Jan 2025
Categories: Debate Competitions

About NUALS

The National University of Advanced Legal Studies (NUALS), located in Kochi, Kerala, is a premier institution in India, committed to fostering academic excellence and innovation in the field of law. Nuals was established by Act 27 of 2005 of the Kerala State Legislature.

Offering a variety of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programs, NUALS blends theoretical learning with practical experiences to prepare students for diverse careers in law.

About Altus Disputatio

Altus Disputatio is NUALS’ distinctive and patented debate competition, drawing participants from top law institutions across India. Known for its unique Devil’s Cross format, the event combines traditional parliamentary debating with unexpected challenges, testing debaters’ quick thinking, adaptability, and creativity.

The competition embraces Devil’s Advocacy, encouraging participants to take bold, unconventional stances and challenge the status quo.

Format

Altus Disputatio features three exciting rounds:

  1. Expository Round: Teams interpret and present a prompt within one minute, creating a compelling motion for debate.
  2. Elocution Round: The winning motion from the Expository round is debated using a British Parliamentary format with a twist—The Devil’s Cross.
  3. Entrap Round: Intense questioning from inquisitors tests the depth of each team’s arguments.

Teams will compete in pools of 4, with the top performers advancing to the Semi-Finals and Finals.

Key Dates

  • Event Date: 28th February – 2nd March 2025
  • Location: NUALS Campus, Cochin, Kerala

Registration Fees

  • Early Bird Registration: ₹5000 per team (8 slots available)
  • Regular Registration: ₹5500 per team (8 slots available)

Prizes

  • 1st Place: ₹50,000
  • 2nd Place: ₹30,000
  • Best Speaker: ₹10,000
  • Best Inquisitor: ₹10,000

Who can Participate?

Undergraduate students

Accommodations

Available upon request.

How to Register?

Interested students can register using the link mentioned at the end of this post.

Contact

Click here to register.

Click here for the official notification.

Click here for the rulebook.



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