Government Law College TVM Students Union: Mock Parliament and TE RECUERDO Debate Competition 2025

About the Organisation

Government Law College Thiruvananthapuram (GLC TVM), established in 1875, is Asia’s oldest law school. Affiliated with Kerala University and recognised by the Bar Council of India, it hosts various academic initiatives through the Sasker Memorial Study Circle and Halla Bol Literary and Debate Club.

Events

  1. Inter-College Mock Parliament

• Date: 29 July 2025

• Language: English and Malayalam

• Structure:

Bill Introduction (Governers Regulations of Power and Functions Bill)

Oath/Affirmation

Question Hour (starred questions)

Calling Attention Motion (POSH Act debate)

2. TE RECUERDO Inter-College Debate Competition

Date: 30 July 2025

Topic: “Art and Literature Should Always Be Political”

Rules:

  • Preliminary Round:
    • 2 speakers per team (one For/one Against the motion)
    • 2.5 minutes per speaker (no rebuttals)
  • Final Round:
    • Top 4 teams qualify
    • 3 minutes per speaker → Rebuttals → Judge Q&A
    • Topic announced 10 minutes before the round

General Rules:
– Consistent language per round
– Strict time limits enforced

Note: Rules subject to change; judges’ decisions are final

Eligibility

Open to undergraduate/postgraduate students from UGC/AICTE-recognized institutions.

Location

Government Law College Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.

How to Register

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/VU1ThkuB2az1CC96A

Mock Parliament Fee: ₹200 (12 slots remaining)

Debate Competition: Free (register via same link)

Prizes

Mock Parliament:

  • Best Parliamentarian (Trophy + Cash Prize)
  • Best Debater (Trophy + Cash Prize)

Debate Competition:

  • Winning Team (Trophy + Cash Prize)
  • Best Speaker (Trophy)

Participation certificates for all

Important Dates

Mock Parliament: 29 July 2025

TE RECUERDO Debate: 30 July 2025

Registration Deadline: Until slots fill

Contact Information

Mock Parliament:

Ashear: +91 90370 27924
Donnie: +91 94477 57952

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/judiciumlawfest

Register now for policy simulation and competitive debate.

Limited slots for Mock Parliament – first-come basis.