For the purposes of this debate, "Tame Pride" refers to representing queer individuals as similarly as possible to mainstream society in terms of lifestyle, behavior, aesthetic etc. By constrast, "Flamboyant Pride" refers to emphasizing and endorsing distinctive and often extragvent features which are unique to queer individuals.

Citizens in India are required to go through standardized exams conducted by the UPSC (Union Public Service Commission) if they hope to become civil servants. The exams generally consist of questions about current affairs, "general studies" (the environment, the constitution etc), and two papers with specialized subjects that candidates can pick from (Psychology, Mechanical Engineering, etc.)  In 2021, 1.1 million students applied for the exam, 0.5 million actually attempted the first round of papers, and only 761 received posts in the government.

Free-to-play (F2P) is a gaming model that allows a user to download and play without needing a subscription or having to buy it upfront. While the game designers do not charge the player to join the game, it is designed to bring in revenue from advertisements or in-game sales. Players can typically pay for in-game purchases using a credit or debit card or a digital wallet. Examples include Genshin Impact, Counter-Strike 2, League of Legends, etc

Advanced Analytics is the autonomous or semi-autonomous examination of data or content. It involves using sophisticated techniques such as machine learning algorithms, deep learning, predictive modelling, or other tools to discover deeper insights, make predictions, or generate recommendations.

Advanced Analytics can be used for political microtargeting, which involves identifying the detailed profile of individual voters and voter groups, testing the most persuasive messages, and tailoring campaign strategy to target different voter profiles.

THEME FOR OPEN AND NOVICE FINALS: IR

In the status quo, U.N. interventions are peacekeeping missions which entail very limited rules of engagement, minimal armament for self-protection and strict minimal limitations on the amount of arm-bearing individuals in the force. For the purposes of this debate, armed peacekeeping interventions entail permitting peacekeepers to engage in protection of civil populations offensively, and the large-scale inclusion of armed military forces.

THEME FOR OPEN AND NOVICE FINALS: IR

In the status quo, U.N. interventions are peacekeeping missions which entail very limited rules of engagement, minimal armament for self-protection and strict minimal limitations on the amount of arm-bearing individuals in the force. For the purposes of this debate, armed peacekeeping interventions entail permitting peacekeepers to engage in protection of civil populations offensively, and the large-scale inclusion of armed military forces.