THE DEBATING

SOCIETY of DITU
PRESENTS

CLASH OF
CERTITUDE
TOPIC
“ This house believes that the implementation of the National
Register of Citizens is necessary to address illegal immigration,
and it does not pose a threat to citizenship rights. ”

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Venue:
Vedanta Auditorium On
th
DIT University 13 April, 2024
ABOUT
Debating Society of DITU
The Debating Society (DebSoc) of DIT University, leading the charge in intellectual
vitality, has swiftly risen, cementing its status as a stronghold of scholarly accomplishment,
and cultivating a flourishing community dedicated to mastering the art of oratory and
excelling in debate. Rooted in the bedrock of inclusivity, integrity, and innovation, DebSoc
epitomizes a vision where eloquence melds with empathy, igniting transformative dialogue
and propelling profound change.

Our mission, encapsulated in our motto "Making Stage Fear a Myth," is clear - to empower
future leaders with the communication skills, critical thinking abilities, and ethical values
essential for confidently facing a complex world. Upholding excellence, inclusivity, integrity,
and innovation as our core values, we create a supportive environment where diverse voices
are not only heard but valued. Through workshops, debates, competitions, and community
outreach, DebSoc equips its members to become confident communicators, critical
thinkers, and compassionate leaders. At DebSoc, we're all about pushing boundaries and
setting new standards of excellence. Here, every voice has the power to make a difference.

Setting benchmarks and leaving a legacy behind wherever we go, it is our personal agenda to
create history in the world of debating through the orators and personalities we develop in
our family. Our DNA always will be that of “leaners first, winners all the same.”
Empowering opinions and maintaining the highest standards of professionalism is our
Genesis.

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ABOUT
CLASH OF CERTITUDE
Amidst the pursuit of truth and the quest for knowledge, there exists a revered art—the art
of eloquence. It is this art that serves as the cornerstone of the “Clash of Certitude”, an
esteemed platform meticulously crafted by the Debating Society of DIT University. Here,
the essence of eloquence intertwines with the power of intellect as ideas clash and
perspectives converge.

The Clash of Certitude isn’t merely about winning; it’s about the journey, the late-night
research sessions, the adrenaline before stepping on stage, and the camaraderie among
competitors. It’s about the thrill of defending the certitudes, even if it clashes with one’s
own beliefs. And when the final verdict is announced, whether in favour of the affirmative or
the opposition, the applause will resonate as a celebration of knowledge, resilience, and the
power of discourse.

This 2nd edition of Clash of Certitude is a prestigious Inter-University English Debate

competition that draws participants from every corner of the nation. Here, passionate
debaters come together to discuss pressing issues, polish their public speaking skills, and
embrace diverse perspectives. It's more than just a competition; it's a platform for
intellectual growth and exchange. Beyond the competitive spirit, the Clash of Certitude
fosters a sense of community among participants, providing an opportunity to connect with
peers who share a passion for discourse and critical thinking.

Awards, Accolades and Cash Prizes: In addition to the intellectual rewards, Clash of
Certitude offers enticing incentives for it’s participants including:
1) Exciting Cash Prizes of Cash Pool up to ₹ 22,000/- for top three winners!
2) Trophies and Certificates for Winning teams and Best Speakers!
3) Certificates for all!

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FROM
The Desk of Faculty
Advisor
Greetings,

It is with utmost pleasure and enthusiasm that I, on behalf of the Debating Society of DIT
University, extend our warmest greetings to you. With great anticipation and excitement, I
am delighted to officially announce the forthcoming second edition of our esteemed Inter-
University English Debate Competition, ‘Clash of Certitude’-2024.

Since its inception, ‘Clash of Certitude’ has stood as a testament to the potency of discourse
and cognitive exchange. It has served as a platform for students from various universities to
engage in thought-provoking discourse, master their oratory skills, and showcase their
mental acumen. We have witnessed remarkable debates, forged enduring friendships, and
celebrated the impact of cerebral conversation.

We cordially invite you to participate in Clash of Certitude and join us in this exhilarating
pursuit of knowledge and expression. Your participation will undoubtedly elevate the
caliber of discourse and inspire fellow participants.

Regards,
Dr. Santosh Singh
Faculty Advisor,
The Debating Society of DITU

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FROM
OUR CONVENORS
As the conveners of Clash of Certitude organized by The Debating Society of DITU, our
focus with this competition is to serve as a platform for showcasing not only mastery of
rhetoric and argumentation but also our commitment to critical thinking achieved only
through thorough research skills. As we embark on this journey, let us remember the
essence of debate: to engage in rigorous discourse, to challenge perspectives, and to foster a
deeper understanding of the world around us.

Envisioned as more than a mere forum for accolades, the Debating Society orchestrates a
symphony of intellect. "Clash of Certitude" is an annual inter-university debate competition
that transcends mere discourse to become a battlefield of certitudes with India's finest
debaters not armed with weapons but with the arsenal of their nuanced articulation
navigating through the tumultuous terrain of contemporary issues. It stands as a testament
to the transformative power of debate, where adversaries become allies in the pursuit of
truth, and where the clash of opinions heralds not discord, but harmony in the symphony of
human intellect.

With a renewed fervor and an unwavering commitment, let us seize this opportunity to shed
light on topics that remain shrouded in general oblivion. May each exchange be
characterized by respect, integrity, and a relentless pursuit of truth. All the very best to all
participants!

Ms. Vasundhara Bhatia Mr. Ankit Karmakar

President Governor
Convenors
Clash of Certitude ‘24

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ABOUT
TOPIC
"This house believes that the implementation of the National Register of Citizens is necessary to
address illegal immigration, and it does not pose a threat to citizenship rights."

In the current global scenarios, countries like the Poland refusing to take in any refugees
under a European Union relocation plan, citing security concerns. The Australian
government introducing a policy of mandatory detention for all asylum seekers arriving via
seaways. Or world powers like USA banning a single faction of refugees belonging to single
religion into their country and Russia sending refugees in Finland after Finland joined
NATO as defense strategy. Joining this movement is India with its Citizenship Amendment
Act. Various NRCs provide a comprehensive database of citizens, distinguishing them from
illegal immigrants. By accurately identifying individuals who are not citizens, the NRC aids
in maintaining national security and sovereignty. Illegal immigration poses various
challenges, including resource strain, social unrest, and potential security risks. It is clear
that every nation has decided to exercise its power to treat the refugees in their best
interests, as is the right for every security council of all Nations.

But the opposition suggests that these acts against refugees and control over citizenship
rights are completely unfair and unhumanitarian. Because how can denying the victims of
war, impoverishment, poverty, and starvation a simple refuge be against the moral code of
any Nation? Are countries deporting the families of the needed and denying the needy a
land to stand on for the best interests of its citizen or to safeguard its own virtue of interests?
World powers that lead the globe and preach peace by having the world’s largest artillery to
defend the same peace deny the few unfortunates seeking shelter considering those arm-less
a threat? Nations being part of NATO peace treaty and yet denying shelter to one specific
religious faction shelter in their desperate times of need, the victims of Palestine-Gaza,
Ukraine-Russia wars. Various forms of NRCs have the potential to stoke tensions and
disrupt social harmony by fostering suspicion and discrimination based on ethnicity or
religion as well!

At the end of the day, it is imperative to discuss and debate the issue of which the lives of
billions hang by the thread.

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About
Format of the Debate
1.This is an All-English Debate Competition, in which final score of a team will be the
additive of total score attained by both speakers of a single team.

2. Each institution can have up to two teams at maximum, each team having two English
speaker, one speaking for the motion, while the other speaks against the motion.

3. Each speaker will be allotted a total time of (2+1) +3 minutes, comprising 2 minutes for
the speech, 1 minute for concluding remarks, and 3 minutes for the rebuttal round.

4. A single bell will signal the completion of 2 minutes, while three bells will signify the end
of 3 minutes. Exceeding time limits will lead to negative marking.

5. The determination of which team will rebut against another team will be conducted
through a chit system managed by the Organizing Committee, who will ask the team on
stage to pick a chit determining the team that will rebuttal them.

6. A team of speakers, “for and against the motion” will go on the stage together.

7. The speaker of “for the motion” of the same team will give their debate first and then will
be rebutted by the speaker of “against the motion” of the team chosen as the rebuttal team
at start.

8. Then the speaker of “against the motion” of the same team will give their debate next
and then will be rebutted by the speaker of “for the motion” of the team chosen as the
rebuttal team before.

9. If chosen rebuttal team fails or abstains from asking rebuttal, full points of rebuttal will be
assigned to the team on stage by the judges.

7. The winning team will be announced based on the judge’s evaluations. No challenges will
be accepted from anyone on final result. Any and all disqualifications will be at the
discretion of judges panel.

8. Prize pool of up to ₹ 22,000/- will be distributed amongst the top 3 winning teams, along
with accolades and awards to Best Teams and Speakers as per the results decided by the
judges.
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 Rules of the Debate
1. As per itinerary the event shall start at 9:00 AM sharp. Participants are required to arrive
at the committee hall 10 minutes prior to their allotted time.

2. Participants must carry their respective college physical ID Cards for registration and
verification that will start sharply at 08:00 AM.

3. The use of informal or vernacular language may incur a penalty. The use of
unparliamentary language during the debate may result in the disqualification of the
candidate.

4. Participants should dress in formal attire (suits, dresses, etc.) to maintain respectful
conduct throughout the event. University uniform is not allowed to maintain anonymity.

5. Speakers are prohibited from bringing any items or gadgets to the podium. Violation of
this rule will result in immediate disqualification.

6. Participants are required to complete a single registration form, detailing information for
both the candidates belonging to one team, accompanied by a non-refundable fee of INR
500/- per team. Payments should be directed to UPI ID, phone number or QR code
mentioned within the link. Once registered, few to no alterations to submitted details will be
permitted. While filling the form, the candidates must attach the screenshot of their
payment. Any questions regarding registration will be attended by inquiry contacts
mentioned within the link.

7. The decisions and results provided by the judges are considered final and cannot be
challenged by any participant or team. The Organizing Committee (OC) retains the
authority to interpret and conclude the judges’ scoring.

8. Speakers are required to maintain anonymity throughout the debate by representing

themselves with assigned codes. They must refrain from disclosing their identities or
college/institute during the event.

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ITINERARY
Clash Of Certitude ‘24
S.No. Event Timings

1 Team Arrival & Registration 08:00 AM - 08:45 AM

2 Welcomes & Salutations 09:00 AM – 9:50 AM

3 Chief Guest Addressal 9:50 AM – 10:10 AM

Introduction to Debate and

4 10:10 AM – 10:25 AM
Rules

5 Debate Phase 1 10:25 AM – 01:10 PM

6 Lunch 01:10 PM – 02:00 PM

7 Debate Phase 2 02:10 PM – 05:00 PM

8 Judges Addressal 05:00 PM – 05:30 PM

9 Result Declaration 05:30 PM – 05: 45 PM

10 Vote Of Thanks 05:45 PM – 05:55 PM

11 Photography Session 05:55 PM – 06:15 PM

12 Delegate Congregation 06:15 PM – 06:30 PM

END OF EVENT

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 OUR TEAM
Clash Of Certitude ‘24
Technical Team Documentation Team
Head Head
Mr.Harshit Kapil Ms. Supriya Ray
3rd year BTCSE 3rd year BTCSE
Vice Head Vice Heads
Mr. Mayank Agarwal Ms. Tanuja Baluni & Ms. Varuna Saini
2nd year BTCSE 2nd year B.Sc.(Hons. Phys.), 2nd year B.DES

Content & Social Media Team Organising Team

Head Head
Ms. Shraddha Pandey Mr. Rishik Suri
3rd year BTCSE 3rd year BTCSE
Vice Heads Vice Heads
Ms. Shivangi Rajput & Ms. Pragati Aggarwal Ms. Amrita Sharma & Mr. Devansh
2nd year BTCSE 2nd year BCA, 2nd year BTCSE

Publicity Team Publicity Relations Team

Head Heads
Mr. Anavil Nautiyal Ms. Jheel Maini & Mr. Aditya Tripathi
3rd year BTCSE 3rd year BTCSE
Vice Heads Vice Heads
Ms. Nupur Khatri & Mr. Syed Ali Ms. Gauri Goyal, Mr. Priyanshu Verma, &
2nd year BTCSE, 2nd year B.Pharma Mr. Krishna Sharma
2nd year BTCSE, 2nd year BCA, 2nd year BTCSE

Anchoring Team
Treasurer
Heads
Mr. Tanmay Durwasha
Mr. Tanmay Durwasha & Mr. Mrinal Kumar Das
3rd year BTCSE
3rd year BTCSE
+91 73109 27850
Convenors

Ms. Vasundhara Bhatia Mr. Ankit Karmakar

President Governor
The Debating Society, DITU The Debating Society, DITU
+91 88898 22262 +91 91190 19812

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 REGISTRATION

Registration Link LinkedIn Instagram

CONVENORS
Ms. Vasundhara Bhatia Mr. Ankit Karmakar
President Governor
The Debating Society, DITU The Debating Society, DITU
1000013961@dit.edu.in 1000016792@dit.edu.in
+91 88898 22262 +91 91190 19812

FACULTY
ADVISOR
DR. SANTOSH SINGH
Asst. Prof. School Of Humanities

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