Resolution

General Definition: The topic or subject offered to debate. Resolutions are written as statements that create clear affirmative and negative ground, or positions. See also “Motion“.

  • Public Forum: see general definition.
  • World Schools Debate: Resolution is not a common phrase in WSD, where “Motion” is used instead.
  • British Parliamentary: Resolution is not a common phrase in BP, where “Motion” is used instead.
  • Canadian National Debate Format: Resolution is not a common phrase in CNDF, where “Motion” is used instead.