Sansad - Youth Indian Parliament

Public Policy and Governance Society of the Indian Institute of Technology Kharagpur proudly announces Sansad, a National-Level Youth Indian Parliament competition in collaboration with I-PAC and Hammurabi & Solomon Partners This flagship fest offers participants a platform to engage in meaningful debates, simulate parliamentary procedures, and develop a deeper understanding of governance, public policy, and democratic processes.

Public Policy and Governance Society, IIT Kharagpur is a young and dynamic student organization with a mission that burns brightly: to empower the future leaders of India with the knowledge, skills, and resources. PPGS aims to cultivate a sense of responsibility and engagement in shaping the future of our nation.

• The Indian Political Action Committee (I-PAC) empowers young professionals to influence politics and governance by collaborating with leaders to create and implement citizen-centric agendas.
• Hammurabi & Solomon Partners is a top-tier Indian law firm revolutionizing the legal landscape with innovative, client-centric solutions and a powerhouse team of experts across eight major cities.

Guidelines:

• Participants must conduct thorough research on their assigned roles, committee topics, and current affairs relevant to their respective institutions.
• Parliamentary procedures such as the order of business, debate rules, and voting mechanisms must be strictly followed.
• Experienced moderators will guide the sessions to ensure adherence to protocols and foster productive discussions.
• Secretaries or rapporteurs will document discussions, decisions, and outcomes for each session.
• Time limits for speeches and debates will be enforced to ensure equal participation among all members. Participants are encouraged to present well-researched arguments and engage in constructive debates.

Rules

• The dress code for offline sessions is Indian/Traditional wear.
• Disrespectful language, personal attacks, or disruptive behavior—including the use of unparliamentary language—are strictly prohibited.
• Participants must faithfully represent their assigned roles, whether as MPs, ministers, or committee members and adhere to parliamentary procedures at all times.
• Moderators' authority must be respected, and constructive feedback from peers or moderators should be welcomed positively.
• Cleanliness and decorum must be maintained in the event venue during offline sessions.
• All participants are required to follow the rules and regulations of IIT Kharagpur.
• College students from all across India are eligible, including UG, PG, PhD, and Research Scholars from any field of expertise i.e.Technology, Science, Commerce, and Humanities.

 Evaluation Criteria

• Parliamentary etiquette and adherence to procedures.  
• Quality of content presented during debates and discussions.  
• Collaboration with peers in committees or party groups.  
• Overall performance in representing their assigned roles.

 What's in it for you?

• Winners will be rewarded with Pre-Placement Interviews from our sponsors I-PAC and Hammurabi & Solomon Partners, along with a cash prize of INR 25,000 to the team.
• The first runner-up will be rewarded with Pre-Placement Interviews from our sponsors I-PAC and Hammurabi & Solomon Partners along with a cash prize of INR 15,000 to the team.
•  The second runner-up will be rewarded with Pre-Placement Interviews from our sponsors I-PAC and Hammurabi & Solomon Partners along with a cash prize of INR 10,000 to the team.
• The top 4-10 teams will be rewarded with Pre-Placement Interviews from our sponsors I-PAC and Hammurabi & Solomon Partners.
• E-certificates for all the participants.

Note:

The sponsors hold the discretion to change or modify the eligibility and selection criteria for Pre-Placement Interviews (PPI).