Orange Capital Debate 3.0 at British Parliamentary Debate Competition 2026 by MNLU Nagpur: Register by July 20

About Maharashtra National Law University, Nagpur

Maharashtra National Law University, Nagpur (NLU, Nagpur) was established by the Maharashtra State Government under the Maharashtra National Law University Act (Maharashtra Act No. VI of 2014) as the nineteenth National Law University of the country. Nestled within the suburbs of Nagpur with a world-class infrastructure on a rapidly developing campus spanning 60 acres, the University takes great pride in its pedagogy and systemic focus on all round development of each student.

The university provides a wide variety of degree programs including B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), B.A. LL.B. (Hons. in Adjudication and Justicing), B.B.A. LL.B. (Hons.), LL.M., and Ph.D. It is committed to the comprehensive development of both students and faculty, promoting an environment conducive to growth and lifelong learning. MNLU Nagpur is deeply involved with socio-legal issues through its specialised centres for advanced legal studies, research, and advocacy. These centres offer courses, seminars, conferences, and training programs aimed at fostering positive change and empowering various groups, all while maintaining the principles of the Constitution.

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About the Event

Aptly named after its connection to the ‘Orange City’, the Orange Capital Debate is the flagship National Debate competition of the University. Now in its third edition, the University and the Quiz, Debate and Literary Committee continue their endeavour to foster and further a culture of critical thinking and intellectual sportsmanship. The Tournament would be organised from July 31 – August 2, 2026 and the Phase-I registrations would remain open till 20th July, 2026.

The debate would be a British Parliamentary style of debate where the house is divided into two opposing factions: the proposition (or government) and the opposition. Each faction is further subdivided into opening and closing teams, with each of these four teams consisting of two speakers. The teams and their roles are named after their counterparts in the British Parliament. The Adjudicator policy is N=N+1. Each team must consist of 2 speakers and 2 adjudicator. Cross teams are allowed.

Important Dates

• PHASE I Registration: 12thJuly 2026
• PHASE II Registration: 20th July 2026
• Inaugural Ceremony of “The Orange Capital Debate”: 31st July 2026
• Preliminary Rounds: 31st July 2026 – 1st August 2026
• Semi-Finals and Finals: 2nd August 2026
• Prize Distribution followed by Valedictory Ceremony: 2nd August 2026

Prizes

Prize Pool upto Rs. 1,75,000/-

Eligibility

This competition is open to any student duly enrolled and pursuing an undergraduate or postgraduate course from any university recognized by UGC. Students that have completed their Under-Graduate or Postgraduate studies from any university recognized by UGC are also eligible.

Location and Venue

The debate would be conducted in the physical mode on the campus of MNLU Nagpur.

Registration Procedure

The Phase I registrations have begun from 1st July 2026. Interested students can apply as institutional teams, cross teams or as independent adjudicators through the links provided.

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Fee Details

Registration fee inclusive of accommodation is Rs 2,500/- per participant and registration fee without accommodation is Rs 2,000/- per participant.

Deadlines

The registration form can be filled by 11:59 pm, 20th July, 2026.

Contact Information

• Sahil Joshi +91 7875370740
• Rohan Dharmadhikari + 91 8421665802
• Write to us at [email protected]

The brochure is here.