Inspiring Young Voices for Human Rights, Justice & Constitutional Values
The National Human Rights & Crime Control Bureau (NHRCCB) organizes the National Human Rights Speech Competition to encourage students to develop effective public speaking skills while promoting awareness of Human Rights, Constitutional Values, Democracy, Social Justice, Child Rights, Gender Equality, Environmental Protection, Legal Literacy, and Responsible Citizenship.
The competition provides a national platform for students to express their ideas, strengthen leadership abilities, and promote constructive dialogue on issues of national and global importance.
Objectives
The competition aims to:
- Promote awareness of Human Rights and Constitutional Values.
- Encourage research-based and evidence-driven public speaking.
- Develop leadership, confidence, and communication skills.
- Foster critical thinking and responsible citizenship.
- Inspire students to become advocates for justice, equality, and human dignity.
- Promote ethical leadership and democratic values among youth.
School Category (Senior)
- Students of Classes IX–XII studying in recognized schools.
University Category
- Undergraduate Students
- Postgraduate Students
- Research Scholars
- Students enrolled in recognized Universities, Colleges, and Professional Institutions.
Language
The speech may be delivered in:
Additional languages, if permitted, will be mentioned in the official competition notification.
Mode of Competition
The competition may be conducted in Online, Offline, or Hybrid Mode, as notified by NHRCCB.
Online
- Deliver the speech live through the designated platform using a stable internet connection with a functional camera and microphone.
- Join the session at least 15–30 minutes before the reporting time for verification and technical checks.
- The use of teleprompters, unauthorized notes, voice-modifying software, or external assistance is strictly prohibited.
Offline
- Report to the venue within the prescribed time.
- Carry a valid student identity card, if required.
- Follow all instructions issued by the Organizing Committee.
- Registration must be completed through the official NHRCCB website before the prescribed deadline.
- Each participant may submit only one registration for the competition.
- The speech must be original and based on the official topic announced by NHRCCB.
- The duration of the speech shall be specified in the competition notification.
- Participants shall maintain professionalism, discipline, and ethical conduct throughout the competition.
- The use of offensive, discriminatory, defamatory, or inflammatory language is strictly prohibited.
- Participants must strictly adhere to the allotted speaking time.
- Any form of impersonation, plagiarism, unfair practice, or violation of competition rules may result in immediate disqualification.
Speech Evaluation Criteria
The Jury will evaluate participants on the following parameters:
| Criteria |
Weightage |
| Knowledge & Understanding of the Topic | 20% |
| Content Quality & Originality | 20% |
| Logical Structure & Clarity | 15% |
| Public Speaking & Communication Skills | 15% |
| Confidence & Stage Presence | 10% |
| Voice Modulation & Pronunciation | 10% |
| Time Management | 5% |
| Overall Impact & Audience Engagement | 5% |
Code of Ethics
Every participant shall:
- Uphold honesty, originality, and academic integrity.
- Respect the dignity, opinions, and rights of fellow participants.
- Promote constitutional values, democratic principles, and human rights.
- Maintain discipline and professional conduct throughout the competition.
- Represent their institution with integrity and responsibility.
Violation of these principles may lead to disqualification.
Awards & Recognition
Outstanding participants may receive:
- National Winner Award
- First Runner-up Award
- Second Runner-up Award
- Best Speaker Award
- Excellence Award
- Special Jury Award
- Merit Certificate
- Certificate of Participation
Selected speeches may also be featured on the NHRCCB Website, official publications, newsletters, social media platforms, and awareness campaigns with due acknowledgement to the participant.
Certification
All eligible participants who successfully participate in the competition shall receive an official NHRCCB Certificate of Participation.
Prize winners shall receive a Certificate of Achievement, along with medals, trophies, or other recognitions as announced in the competition notification.
Decision of the Jury
The competition shall be evaluated by an independent panel of eminent academicians, legal experts, public speakers, human rights practitioners, and distinguished professionals.
The decision of the Jury and the Organizing Committee shall be final and binding, and no correspondence regarding evaluation or results shall be entertained.
Disclaimer
The National Human Rights & Crime Control Bureau (NHRCCB) reserves the right to modify the competition schedule, eligibility criteria, themes, evaluation process, awards, or any other guideline whenever necessary to ensure fairness, transparency, and academic excellence.
Read Competition Guidelines
Speak with Knowledge · Lead with Integrity · Inspire Change · Protect Human Rights.
