The document discusses group discussions, noting that they involve 8-12 members freely and frankly discussing a given topic within 20-30 minutes. During this time, the members' abilities to work in a team, communicate skills, leadership skills, flexibility, and independent thinking are measured. The panel observes how each member ensures their contribution is heard, meaningful, and builds consensus while organizing their thoughts, maintaining composure, seeking clarification, and listening to others.

1. GROUP DISCUSSION
GROUP DISCUSSION

2.  The term suggests a
discussion among a
group of persons
 The group will have
8 - 12 members who
will express their
views freely, frankly
in a friendly
manner, on a given
topic
 Within a time limit
of 20 to 30 minutes,
the abilities of the
members of the
group is measured

4. To check:
Ability to work in a team

5. Communication skills

6. Leadership skills

7. Flexibility

8. Ability to think and act independently

9. Initiative or not?

11.  The panel should notice you (ensure
group hears you, be assertive, make your
chances)
 Contribution to the group should be
meaningful
 Build a consensus

13. Be Yourself.

14. Take time to organize your thoughts

15. Don’t look at the panel

16. Seek clarifications

17. Keep a check on body language

18. Don’t lose your cool

19. Show your leadership skills

20. Be confident

21. Be a good listener

22.  Being shy /nervous / keeping isolated from G.D
 Interrupting another participant before his
arguments are over
 Being stubborn
 Don’t make fun of any participant even if his
arguments are funny
 Don’t repeat and use irrelevant materials