The Debate and Discussion Society (DADS) of Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur Khalsa College holds a prestigious position as one of the oldest and most respected debating societies at Delhi University. Over the years, it has steadfastly pursued its mission to promote and nurture a vibrant debating culture within the college community. The society made significant progress under the dynamic leadership of Prof. Nachiketa Singh for almost 12 years. Since 2024, Dr. Tarun Kumar has been heading the society as its convenor, and Ms. Sakeena Shahid as co-convener. Dr. Asad Ahmad is the society advisor. Our society takes pride in pursuing a rigorous four-stage recruitment process designed to identify
talented individuals passionate about debate and discussion. It begins with a form-filling stage, where applicants provide details about their interests, achievements, and motivations. Shortlisted candidates then move on to a group discussion stage, where they demonstrate their ability to articulate ideas,
collaborate, and think critically. Those who perform well proceed to the third stage to showcase their argumentative skills via a conventional debate. The final stage is a personal interview to assess the candidate's overall potential and alignment with society's values. This comprehensive process ensures
the selection of dedicated and skilled members who can contribute meaningfully to DADS.
Society members have achieved remarkable success by winning and excelling in numerous prestigious debate and discussion events over the years. These include Nazariya CPD, SRCC BPD, Vigzest CD hosted by Miranda House, the VC Memorial held at St. Stephen's College, and many
more. Their dedication and exceptional performance showcase the society's commitment to fostering intellectual growth and excellence in public speaking. DADS has served as a platform for students to explore their potential, express their views fearlessly, and emerge as well-rounded individuals ready to excel in any debate, discussion, or professional setting.

• Convenor : Dr. Tarun Kumar : Department of History
• Co-convenor : Ms. Sakeena Shahid : Department of Computer Science
• Advisor (Faculty) : Dr. Asad ahmed : Department of Plitical Science
• Advisor (Faculty) : Dr. Ishleen Kaur
• President : Subra Pandey : B.Sc. (Hons.) Botany
• Vice President : Ishaan Agarwal : B. Com. (Hons.)
• General Secretary : Kinshuk Vasan : B.A. Programme
• Treasurer : Sandeep Kaur Sidhu : B. Com. (Hons.)
• Executive Memebr : Aryan Mohanty : B.Sc. (Hons.) Physical Science

The vision of DADS is to cultivate critical thinking by encouraging members to analyse and question ideas deeply. We are committed to empowering individuals from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive platform where every voice is heard and valued. We aim to nurture informed citizens who thoughtfully engage with issues that shape our community, society, and the world. Through structured
discussions and debates, we aim to instil a culture of respectful argumentation, promoting the free exchange of ideas while upholding mutual respect. By developing these skills and values, we prepare our members to contribute meaningfully to dialogues and positively impact the world.

We strive to promote informed decision-making, empathy, and open-mindedness through debates, workshops, and discussions. By engaging with diverse viewpoints and ideas, our members can develop a deeper understanding of complex issues and cultivate informed opinions.
DADS has a mentorship program in which senior members groom young debaters to become comfortable with the intricacies of various forms of debating. Our society is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment where members feel encouraged to share their thoughts and
ideas. We aim to promote a culture of constructive feedback and respectful disagreement, where members can learn from one another and grow as individuals.

There are various activities that are held in Debate and Discussion Society and they are aimed towards pushing the horizons of knowledge across all domains for everyone in the society.
These can be broadly classified under three categories:
1. Society Sessions:
a. Society Sessions comprises of debating across various formats from Asian
Parliamentary Debate, British Parliamentary Debate, Rebuttal Parade and many
more formats, allowing the society members to practice them for Intra and Inter
Competitions.
b. These sessions promote discourse among the members on various domains and
promote a healthy exchange of ideas at the same time.
c. Workshops and training sessions led by experienced debaters or guest speakers are periodically conducted. These sessions focus on argumentation techniques, logical reasoning, and persuasive communication, empowering members to excel in competitive arenas.

2. Society Events:
a. Intra-College Debate
i. It is our flagship event that takes place every year during odd semesters
in a span of two days where teams of two from every department come
together to debate in a Conventional debating format.
ii. Topics for the debates cover a broad spectrum of issues, ranging from
global challenges such as climate change, human rights, and geopolitics
to campus-centric themes like educational policies and student welfare.
The diversity in themes ensures inclusivity and relevance, appealing to
participants and audience members alike.
iii. Through the medium of INTRA we aim to not just promote the spirit
of debating among our members but also with students throughout the
campus.

b. Logicia― Asian Parliamentary Debate
i. It’s our flagship inter-college debate competition that is a three-day event
where teams from all across the Delhi Debating Circuit come together to
take part.

ii. Logicia is the pinnacle of events held via our society and one of the most
looked-after events in the entire Delhi circuit every year
iii. Logicia not only upholds the highest standards of competitive
debating but also serves as a platform for networking, cultural exchange,
and fostering long-lasting connections among participants. Its reputation
as a top-tier event has solidified the society’s standing as a key
contributor to the Delhi Debating Circuit.

3. Participation across the Debating Circuit-

a) As ambassadors of DADS, our members represent the society in various
national and international tournaments. By participating in these
competitions and events, our members develop valuable skills such as
critical thinking, public speaking, and teamwork. We believe that these
skills are essential for success in all spheres of life, and we are committed
to helping our members achieve their full potential.