Companies conduct GDs to judge your capability, on the basis of a plethora of well-defined parameters.It has been observed that candiates appearing for the interview are baffled with the difference between a group discussion and debate.However,they miss the boat in an interview.
The following article is ladened with effective pointers that can help you in pulling off any group discussion easily.

What is a group discussion?
Group discussion is a hiring technique applied by most organizations to select an ideal candidate for a particular job role.It clearly brings out the ability to crisply articulate the views and listen to those of others.

Types of Group discussion:
Topic based
Case-based

Topic-based group discussion are of following types:

Factual Topic:
These are often current topics on political,social,economic issues.These test the candidates’ ability to reason,influence the team and lead.

Controversial topic:
These topics deliberately bring in arguments
and are usually very intense.These test the candidates’ ability to resolve conflicts.

Abstract topic:
These are the most difficult and test one’s ability to think when confronted with unexpected situations.

It is imperative to take care of do’s and dont’s to excel a group discussion.
Do’s during a group discussion.
[ ]Active listening that shows keen interest in others’ views.
[ ]Body language that exudes self- confidence or distracting gestures.
[ ]Crisp(not deviating from the subject) articulation.
[ ]Not interrupting others when they are speaking.
[ ]Choice of words that demonstrate proffesionalism,avoid words that hurt or disrespect.
[ ]Keep an even eye contact with all participant.
[ ]Bring back discussion when it gets off- track.
[ ]Using credible data and information to drive any contentious point.
Don’ts during a group discussion.
[ ]Never lose your temper,even at the arrogant behaviour of any participant.
[ ]Don’t try to monopolize the discussion.
[ ]Don’t brag your past experience or academic qualification in the course of discussion.
[ ]Never talk with others when the discussion is going on.
[ ]Don’t talk loudly to draw the attention of others.
[ ]Don’t interrupt while other participant is speaking.
[ ]Speak one at a time.
Keeping the above rules in mind,any discussion can be notched up.