Draft:Leelananda Debate

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class="wikitable " Leelananda Debate

The Leelananda Debate is an annual debating competition held between Isipathana College and Anula Vidyalaya in Sri Lanka^[1]. Established in 2011, it commemorates the contributions of T.E. De S. Leelananda, who served as the principal of Isipathana College from 1970 to 1979, and his wife, Mrs. Leelananda, who was the principal of Anula Vidyalaya in the final two years of her 32-year service.^[2] The debate is organized by the Isipathana College Old Boys' Association (OBA), the Anula Vidyalaya Old Girls' Association (OGA), the schools' principals, and the Leelananda family.^[3]

History

The debate was initiated in 2011 after discussions between the Isipathana College OBA and members of the Leelananda family, notably Dr. Rasieka Jayatunge (née Leelananda) and Dr. Ajantha Leelananda. The OBA, with the collaboration of Anula OGA and the two schools, launched this unique competition in honor of both Mr. and Mrs. Leelananda’s contributions to their respective institutions.

The competition features debates conducted in both Sinhala and English mediums, with trophies sponsored by the Leelananda family. Since its inception, it has alternated between Isipathana College and Anula Vidyalaya as the host venues.

Previous Competitions

The 11th edition of the debate was held in 2022, and the 12th edition is scheduled for 4 October 2024 at Anula Vidyalaya. Over the years, the competition has witnessed intense participation and rivalry between the two schools. According to the event history:

2011-2013: Both the English and Sinhala debates were dominated by Isipathana College in the Sinhala medium and Anula Vidyalaya in the English medium. 2014-2016: Anula Vidyalaya won multiple titles in the Sinhala debate, while Isipathana College excelled in the English debate. 2022: Isipathana College won both the Sinhala and English debates.

**Previous Competitions**
Year	Sinhala Debate	English Debate
2011	Isipathana College	Anula Vidyalaya
2012	Isipathana College	Anula Vidyalaya
2013	Anula Vidyalaya	Anula Vidyalaya
2014	Anula Vidyalaya	Anula Vidyalaya
2015	Isipathana College	Anula Vidyalaya
2016	Isipathana College	Isipathana College
2017	Isipathana College	Isipathana College
2018	Isipathana College	Isipathana College
2019^[4]	Anula Vidyalaya	Anula Vidyalaya
2022	Isipathana College	Isipathana College

Legacy and Contribution

The Leelananda Debate is not only a tribute to the memory of Mr. and Mrs. Leelananda but also a platform to foster debating skills and intellectual development among students. Over the years, it has become a key event in both schools' calendars, promoting friendly competition and public speaking excellence.

Sources Daily Mirror article on the 2023 National Schools' Debating Championship ( Sri Lanka Mirror ) Daily News article on the history of the Leelananda Debate ( Daily News )

References

[1] ttp://archives.dailynews.lk/2012/03/10/news60.asp

[2] ttps://www.sundaytimes.lk/190303/education/leelananda-memorial-debate-2019-338386.html

[3] ttps://www.dailymirror.lk/news-features/Anula-crowned-champs-at-Leelananda-Memorial-Debate-2019/131-164220

[4] ttps://www.dailymirror.lk/news-features/Anula-crowned-champs-at-Leelananda-Memorial-Debate-2019/131-164220

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