Step into the future and shape humanity's destiny in the Astro Verdict! Defend your assigned stakeholder's vision as you tackle high-stakes space dilemmas involving survival, ethics, technology, and the future of civilization. Challenge opposing viewpoints with scientific reasoning, persuasive arguments, and strategic teamwork. Eligibility: Open to students, professionals, and space enthusiasts. Team size: 3 members . Inter-college and inter-specialization teams allowed. One member must be designated as the Team Leader . Event Details: Format: Three-stage competition. Round 1: Registration (Online via Unstop). Round 2: Announcement of Debate Topic & Stakeholder Roles. Round 3: Grand Finale Debate (Offline at MANIT, Bhopal). Challenge Objective: Defend your assigned stakeholder's perspective while proposing scientifically sound and well-reasoned solutions to futuristic space challenges. System Focus: Scientific reasoning, critical thinking, argumentation, rebuttal skills, teamwork, and communication. Debate Format: 3-minute opening statement, 1-minute cross-questioning, 15-minute moderated discussion, audience questions, and 1-minute closing statement. Rules: One Team Registration. Role Adherence Mandatory: Teams must argue strictly from their assigned stakeholder's perspective. No Electronic Devices: Mobile phones, internet-enabled devices, and Bluetooth devices are prohibited during the competition. Scientific Accuracy: Arguments should be supported by established scientific principles and logical reasoning Professional Conduct: Participants must maintain respectful behaviour throughout the event. Judges' Decision is Final: All evaluation decisions are final and binding. Disqualification: Use of unauthorized electronic devices or external assistance during the debate. Failure to adhere to the assigned stakeholder role. Misconduct, disrespectful behaviour, or violation of competition rules. Any attempt to disrupt the competition or gain an unfair advantage. For complete details, guidelines, and evaluation criteria, refer to the official Rulebook: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1zj-vnORSOBB7tDlpayKxK9S5MV2z66GzLScpLI35-oI/edit?usp=sharing