Bengaluru, 6th March 2026: EchoX - The Orators Club conducted a Youth Parliament Competition on 6th March 2026 at the Faculty of Engineering and Technology campus of JAIN (Deemed-to-be University). The event brought together students to participate in a simulated parliamentary session designed to encourage informed debate and deepen understanding of democratic processes.

The competition aimed to provide students with practical exposure to parliamentary procedures while strengthening their research, critical thinking, and public speaking abilities. Participants assumed the roles of members of a legislative house and engaged in structured debates on pressing social, national, and international issues through speeches, policy arguments, and rebuttals.

The programme began with a welcome address and introduction to the Youth Parliament format delivered by Ms. I. Keerthana Shree from EchoX - The Orators Club. The session outlined the objectives of the competition and introduced participants to the structure and rules governing parliamentary discussions.

The proceedings were evaluated by a panel of faculty members who assessed participants on clarity of argument, parliamentary conduct, rebuttal skills, and overall impact. The judging panel included Dr. Archana S, Associate Professor in the Department of Humanities; Dr. Vandana, Program Head of the Department of English; Dr. Eshwari, Assistant Professor in the Department of Epistemology; and Dr. Bidappa, Assistant Professor in the Department of Humanities. Their observations and feedback contributed to the overall learning experience of the participants.

During the session, members of the simulated House deliberated on three key agendas: addressing crimes against women in India and evaluating the effectiveness of existing legal and societal responses; assessing whether current policies and reforms align with the national vision of Viksit Bharat 2047; and examining India’s strategic neutrality in the evolving U.S.–Israel–Iran geopolitical context. Following detailed discussion and debate, the House passed the agenda concerning India’s strategic neutrality and diplomatic balancing of national interests.

At the conclusion of the proceedings, participants demonstrating exceptional performance were recognised. Awards were presented to AB Sree Vaibhavi (Best Speaker - Ruling Side), Syed Zahid Saleem (Best Speaker - Opposition Side), Aniska Rai (Best Parliamentarian), Lakshay Garg (Best Rebuttal), and Dakshin Viswanathan (Best Policy Argument).

The Youth Parliament Competition provided students with an opportunity to engage with policy-oriented discussions and gain insight into the functioning of democratic institutions, while promoting civic awareness and informed dialogue within the academic environment.