Turncoat Competition – Enhancing Critical Thinking and Public Speaking Skills

The PG Department of Commerce, St. Francis College, Bengaluru, organized a Turncoat Competition for M.Com students on 22nd June 2026 as an IQAC initiative. The event aimed to enhance students' critical thinking, spontaneous speaking, and communication skills by challenging participants to present arguments both in Favor of and against a given topic.

Students showcased their ability to think quickly, articulate ideas effectively, and adapt their perspectives within a limited time. The competition provided an engaging platform for participants to develop confidence, improve public speaking abilities, and strengthen analytical reasoning.

The event witnessed enthusiastic participation from M.Com students and successfully fostered intellectual engagement, healthy competition, and dynamic learning. The program concluded with appreciation for all participants for their impressive performances and sportsmanlike spirit.