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International Competition for Young Debaters (ICYD) India Selection
Mode
Online
Eligibility
Class 7–10
Fee
₹3,000
Duration
One day for selection rounds
About This Opportunity
The International Competition for Young Debaters (ICYD) India Selection is a national competition organized by the Indian Schools Debating Society (ISDS). It aims to select a team of two young debaters to represent India at the prestigious International Competition for Young Debaters (ICYD), hosted alternately by the Cambridge and Oxford Unions in the UK. This event provides a significant global platform for aspiring speakers.
Students born on or after August 31, 2009, and studying in a school in India are eligible to participate. Teams must consist of two members from the same school, with a preference for at least one female member. Successful participants gain the unique opportunity to represent India on an international stage, fostering critical thinking, public speaking, and analytical skills through intensive training and mentorship.
Eligibility
- Grade Level
- Class 7–10
- Age Range
- 12 - 15 years
- Location
- Nationwide
Open to students aged 12-16 (typically Grades 7-10) studying in any school across India. Participants must be born on or after August 31, 2009, and register in teams of two from the same school. A preference is given to teams with at least one female member.
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Benefits
- Represent India at the International Competition for Young Debaters (ICYD)
- Gain international exposure at the Oxford or Cambridge Union
- Receive intensive training and mentorship from top debate coaches
- Develop advanced public speaking, critical thinking, and analytical skills
- Network with talented young debaters from across India and the world
- Enhance leadership and teamwork abilities
- Receive a Certificate of Participation/Achievement
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