🟢Group Discussion (GD)🟢

🔹Introduction

Group Discussion (GD) is a crucial part of the ISSB selection process where candidates discuss a given topic. Each candidate gets 2 minutes to speak either in favor or against the topic. Once all candidates have spoken, they may get another turn.

🔹Tips for Group Discussion

🔹Dos and Don'ts

✅ Dos

❌Don'ts

🔹Sample Topic 01

🟢 Is Social Media Beneficial for Society?

Social media has become an integral part of our lives, influencing communication, education, business, and even politics. But is it beneficial for society?

🟢 In Favor

  • ✅Social media connects people globally.
  • ✅Provides a platform for awareness and activism.
  • ✅Boosts businesses and job opportunities.
  • ✅Quick access to news and information.
  • ✅Educational benefits for students.

🟢 Against

  • ❌Leads to addiction and reduced productivity.
  • ❌Fake news spreads misinformation.
  • ❌Privacy concerns and data breaches.
  • ❌Negative impact on mental health.
  • ❌Cyberbullying and online harassment.

🔹Sample Topic 02

🟢 Should Pakistan Adopt a Compulsory Military Service Policy?

🟢 In Favor

  • ✅Enhances national security readiness.
  • ✅Instills discipline and patriotism in citizens.
  • ✅Improves physical fitness and mental toughness.
  • ✅Helps control unemployment by providing training.

🟢 Against

  • ❌Violates individual freedom and career choices.
  • ❌Not everyone is physically or mentally fit for service.
  • ❌High financial burden on the government.
  • ❌May lead to discontent among forced recruits.

🔹Sample Topic 03

🟢 Is Co-Education Beneficial?

🟢 In Favor

  • ✅Encourages gender equality and understanding.
  • ✅Prepares students for professional environments.
  • ✅Improves communication and teamwork skills.
  • ✅Increases competition and motivation in studies.

🟢 Against

  • ❌Can lead to distractions and lack of focus.
  • ❌Cultural and religious concerns in conservative societies
  • ❌Boys and girls may hesitate to participate actively..
  • ❌Can sometimes create unnecessary social pressures..

🔹Sample Topic 04

🟢 Should Mobile Phones Be Allowed in Schools?

🟢 In Favor

  • ✅Provides easy access to educational resources..
  • ✅Helps students stay connected with parents..
  • ✅Useful in emergencies..
  • ✅Encourages digital learning and research.

🟢 Against

  • ❌Causes distractions during studies.
  • ❌Leads to excessive screen time and health issues.
  • ❌Can be misused for cheating in exams.
  • ❌Increases cyberbullying and security risks

🔹Sample Topic 05

🟢 Should Pakistan Focus More on Education or Defense?

🟢 In Favor of Education

  • ✅A well-educated nation leads to long-term security..
  • ✅Helps in economic growth and poverty reduction.
  • ✅Reduces extremism and social problems.
  • ✅Strengthens international reputation and diplomacy

🟢 In Favor of Defense

  • ❌A strong military is necessary to protect national sovereignty.
  • ❌Ongoing regional conflicts require defense readiness.
  • ❌A weak defense can lead to external threats and instability.
  • ❌Technological advancements in defense improve national security.