This document provides an overview of group discussions. It defines group discussions and distinguishes them from public speaking. The document outlines the typical process of a group discussion, including types like structured, unstructured, and role-playing discussions. It explains how group discussions are used to evaluate candidates for organizations and the traits assessed, such as communication skills, knowledge, and leadership. The document concludes that group discussions stimulate thinking, expand knowledge, and reveal strengths and weaknesses while providing a chance to demonstrate skills like language ability, leadership, and teamwork.