ARTHVAAD 2.0: Inter-College Turncoat Debate 2026 at Motilal Nehru College (Evening)
The Department of Economics, Arthveda Society at Motilal Nehru College (Evening) is set to host “ARTHVAAD 2.0 – Inter-College Turncoat Debate Competition”, a dynamic platform where participants will be challenged to argue from both sides of a motion, testing their analytical agility and spontaneity.
This unique turncoat debate format pushes participants beyond conventional debating, requiring them to switch perspectives mid-speech. The event promises an intellectually stimulating environment where economic reasoning, policy understanding, and rhetorical skills converge.
With a contemporary and policy-relevant motion, the competition aims to engage students in meaningful discourse on India’s macroeconomic challenges and policy responses.
📌 Event Details
- 📅 Date: 25th April 2026
- ⏰ Time: 3:30 PM onwards
- 📍 Venue: Motilal Nehru College (Evening), Delhi
- 🎤 Format: Turncoat Debate (switching sides mid-speech)
Participants will face the challenge of defending both sides of a single motion, making it a true test of intellectual flexibility and clarity of thought.
The event is expected to attract students from various colleges, creating a competitive inter-college academic environment.
🎯 Debate Motion
“This House prefers fiscal policy and structural reforms over monetary policy in responding to oil price shocks and rupee volatility in India.”
This motion touches upon key aspects of macroeconomic policy, including inflation control, exchange rate stability, and government intervention.
Participants will need to demonstrate a nuanced understanding of economic tools such as taxation, public expenditure, interest rates, and institutional reforms, while effectively switching between supporting and opposing arguments.
The motion is particularly relevant in the context of global oil price fluctuations and currency volatility affecting emerging economies like India.
🏆 Prizes & Registration
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🥇 1st Prize: ₹2,000
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🥈 2nd Prize: ₹1,200
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🥉 3rd Prize: ₹800
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🎖️ 2 Special Mention Certificates
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💸 Registration Fee: ₹50 per participant
⚠️ Limited slots available – selection will be at the discretion of the organising committee.
💡 This ensures a competitive and high-quality debate environment with serious participants.
The prize pool and recognition make it a valuable opportunity for students interested in debating, economics, and public policy.
📝 Registration & Contact Details
- Last Date to Register: 24th April 2026 (11:59 PM)
- Registration Link: Link
📞 For Queries:
- Nishant – 9546246770
- Kanishka – 8218755209
Interested participants are advised to register early due to limited seats.
This event offers a rare opportunity to sharpen debating skills while engaging with real-world economic policy debates in a competitive setting.
🔍 ARTHVAAD 2.0 Debate 2026 Motilal Nehru College Turncoat Debate Registration
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