Rakesh Aggarwal Memorial Debate Competition, 2026 by Ideal Institute of Management and Technology [Cash Prizes 18.5K]: Register by Sep 16

About Ideal Institute of Management and Technology

Ideal Institute of Management and Technology (IIMT), Delhi, was established in 1999 under the auspices of the New Millennium Education Society. The Institute is affiliated with Guru Gobind Singh Indraprastha University, Delhi, and its professional courses in Law and Business Administration are recognised by the Bar Council of India and the Government of NCT of Delhi. The Institute is a NAAC-accredited institution committed to providing quality education supported by state-of-the-art infrastructure.

The Institute was founded with the vision of its founding father, Late Shri Rakesh Aggarwal, who envisioned developing the institution into a centre of excellence in professional education. The Institute strives to cultivate high moral standards, academic excellence, and market-oriented skills among its students and faculty, thereby contributing meaningfully to society.

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About School of Law, Ideal Institute of Management and Technology

The School of Law carries forward the larger mission and vision of the parent institution, with a commitment to academic excellence, professional integrity, and social responsibility. It seeks to nurture competent legal professionals as well as socially conscious individuals capable of contributing meaningfully to the legal system and society.

The School places particular emphasis on clinical legal education, providing students with practical exposure through legal aid clinics, moot court competitions, internships, and live client counselling. These initiatives enable students to develop essential lawyering skills including legal research, drafting, advocacy, and negotiation.

About the Opportunity: Rakesh Aggarwal Memorial Debate Competition

The Rakesh Aggarwal Memorial Debate Competition is organised in the cherished memory of Late Shri Rakesh Aggarwal, Chairman and Founder of Ideal Institute of Management and Technology, whose vision and commitment to education continue to inspire the institution.

The Competition aims to promote critical thinking, effective communication, research, and appreciation of diverse perspectives through debate on contemporary issues of law and society. It seeks to nurture persuasive speakers, analytical thinkers, and proficient researchers, while carrying forward the educational values and legacy of Late Shri Rakesh Aggarwal.

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Eligibility

• The Competition is open to all students enrolled in undergraduate or postgraduate programmes worldwide.
• Each team shall comprise two participants, with one participant speaking for and the other speaking against the motion.
• Participants are required to submit the online registration form along with the prescribed registration fee of ₹2,000/- per team by 16th September 2026.

Themes

“Public Safety Justifies Mass Facial Recognition Surveillance by the State.”

Participants shall debate the motion by presenting arguments for and against the proposition.

The debate shall follow the Lincoln-Douglas model, with certain modifications. Each participant shall be allotted a maximum of 5 minutes, comprising 4 minutes for constructive speech and 1 minute for rebuttal.

Participants may choose either English or Hindi as the medium of the debate. Once selected, the language cannot be changed during the Competition.

Judging Criteria

Participants will be evaluated on their Knowledge of the Subject Matter, Organisation & Delivery, Persuasive Impact, Rebuttal & Critical Engagement, Language, and Time Management.

Registration Fee

• Registration Fee: ₹2,000/- per team
• Attendee Fee: ₹500/- per attendee

The registration fee must be paid through the prescribed online payment link. Participants are required to attach the payment receipt with the online registration form.

Registration Link

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Prizes

The Competition offers the following prizes to recognise outstanding individual performance and team achievement:

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• Best Speaker: ₹5,100/-
• Runner-Up Speaker: ₹3,100/-
• 2nd Runner-Up Speaker: ₹2,100/-
• Winning Team: ₹5,100/-
• Runner-Up Team: ₹3,100/-

Certificates of Appreciation and Participation will also be awarded to the participants in recognition of their participation and contribution to the Competition.

Important Dates

Registration Process

Participants are required to register for the Competition by completing the online registration form and paying the prescribed registration fee.

Step 1: Complete the Registration Form

Participants must submit the online registration form through the prescribed registration link

Step 2: Pay the Registration Fee

The registration fee is ₹2,000/- per team and must be paid through the prescribed online payment link.

Step 3: Attach the Payment Receipt

Participants must retain the confirmation of payment and attach the payment receipt with the online registration form.

Step 4: Register Before the Deadline

The last date for registration is 16th September 2026.

Participants should also ensure compliance with all Competition rules, including professional decorum, appropriate language, prescribed formal attire, and the prohibition on continuous reading from paper or electronic devices during the debate.

Contact

Faculty Coordinators

• Dr. Shubhangini Bhatnagar, Associate Professor +91 9811834230
• Mr. Sarthak Dewan, Assistant Professor +91 8376816077

Student Coordinators

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• Katyani Ranjan, +91 7042499322
• Parth Kumar, +91 8700350734

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