Hindi · Debate & Rhetoric
वाद-विवाद
vaad-vivaad
Debate
Intermediatenoun · masculine
Definition
A structured argument between opposing sides; the standard word for a debate competition.
Example
स्कूल में हिंदी वाद-विवाद प्रतियोगिता हो रही है।
A Hindi debate competition is being held at school.
Cultural Note
Formal debate has ancient roots in India as shastrartha, the public scholarly duels once held in royal courts.