1st Atal Bihari Vajpayee State Debate Competition, 2026 by Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University: Register Now!

About Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University

Chhatrapati Shahu Ji Maharaj University (CSJMU), Kanpur, established in 1966, is one of the premier State Universities in North India. Accredited with an A++ Grade by NAAC and recognized as a Category-I University, the University is known for its academic excellence, research, innovation, and commitment to holistic education. It offers a diverse range of undergraduate, postgraduate, and doctoral programmes while fostering leadership, critical thinking, and professional excellence among students.

The Atal Bihari Vajpayee School of Legal Studies (ABVSLS), functioning under CSJMU, is committed to excellence in legal education, research, and advocacy. The institution offers B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), BBA LL.B. (Hons.), LL.B., and LL.M. programmes and emphasizes experiential learning through moot courts, debates, seminars, workshops, and legislative simulations. Through regular interaction with legal professionals and academicians, ABVSLS aims to nurture competent, ethical, and socially responsible legal professionals.

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About The Competition

The Literary Committee of ABVSLS proudly presents “SAMVAD: 1st Atal Bihari Vajpayee State Debate Competition, 2026”, a prestigious platform dedicated to critical inquiry, reasoned argumentation, and intellectual exchange.

The competition seeks to encourage informed debate on contemporary legal, constitutional, public policy, and socio-political issues while promoting democratic values through dialogue. Participants will have the opportunity to demonstrate their research, analytical ability, persuasive advocacy, and public speaking skills before a distinguished panel of academicians and legal professionals.

The preliminary round and semi-final rounds will be conducted online, while the final round will be held offline at the Senanayak Tatyatope Senate Hall, CSJMU campus.

Theme

Viksit Bharat @ 2047

Indicative sub-themes:

• Economic Development and Atmanirbhar Bharat
• Gender Justice and Social Equity
• Digital Transformation and Inclusive Growth
• Federalism
• Governance and Centre-State Relations
• Robotics and Automation
• Cyber Security
• Digital Governance

The exact debate motion will be communicated to registered participants through email before the competition.

Eligibility

The competition is open to students enrolled in any recognised Undergraduate or Postgraduate programme from recognised institutions across the state of UP. Participation is individual, and every participant must possess a valid student identity card.

Debate Format

The competition will follow the Conventional Debate Format. Every participant must be prepared to speak both For and Against the motion. The side shall be allotted through a random draw immediately before the debate.

Languages permitted are English, Hindi, or Bilingual (English and Hindi).

The preliminary round and semi-final shall be conducted online, whereas the final rounds shall take place offline at the University campus.

Registration

There is no registration or participation fee.

Registration will be accepted strictly on a first-come, first-served basis.

Limited seats available. The forms shall remain open only till all the seats are filled.

Important Dates

Registration Opens: 5 August 2026

Event Date: 22 August 2026

Awards

• Winner – Trophy and Merit Certificate
• Runner-up – Trophy and Merit Certificate
• Best Speaker (For) – Trophy and Merit Certificate
• Best Speaker (Against) – Trophy and Merit Certificate

Registration Procedure

Click Here To Register.

Contact Details

Faculty Coordinator
Ms. Akriti Daksh
Phone: +91 9910482891

Student Coordinators
Samridhi Tiwari – +91 9129692392
Vidushi Shukla – +91 8400476377
Sharyanshi – +91 7986716737

Email: [email protected]

The brochure is here.