Resources & Delegate Toolkits
From procedural cheat-sheets and position paper templates to resolution clause banks and masterclass notes, access everything you need to excel on the committee floor.
Official Delegate Handbooks
Authoritative documentation curated by the GA-MUN Secretariat and academic mentors.
GA-MUN Official Delegate Handbook (2026 Edition)
The complete 40-page guide covering MUN fundamentals, conference etiquette, dress code, speaker times, and points of order.
Gyan Akshar Youth Parliament Manual & Code of Procedure
Step-by-step primer on parliamentary motions, question hour conventions, zero hour rules, and division voting.
Rules of Procedure (RoP) Primer
Quick reference for motions, points, and voting procedure during formal and informal debate.
Point of Personal Privilege
Used when a delegate experiences physical discomfort (e.g. audibility, temperature). Only point that can interrupt a speaker if concerning audibility.
Point of Order
Raised when an error in procedural rules is made by the Executive Board or another delegate. Must be raised immediately after the violation.
Point of Information
A direct substantive question addressed to a speaker on the General Speakers List, if the speaker has yielded time to questions.
Moderated Caucus
Formal structured debate on a specific sub-topic with fixed individual speaker time (e.g. 15 minutes total, 60 seconds per delegate).
Unmoderated Caucus
Informal consultation session where delegates move freely around the chamber to form alliances, lobby blocs, and draft working papers.
Division Voting
Final substantive roll-call voting on draft resolutions and amendments. Delegates vote Yes, No, or Abstain.
Position Paper Writing Framework
A position paper articulates your assigned country or portfolio’s official stance, past UN commitments, and proposed solutions.
Overview of the issue, historical treaties, and why it threatens international stability or national welfare.
What your country has done domestically and multilaterally. Conventions ratified, alliances held, and national laws enacted.
Actionable, practical frameworks your delegation proposes for adoption into the committee’s draft resolution.
Resolution Drafting & Clause Construction
Resolutions are the culminative output of committee debate. They represent international consensus.
Preambulatory Clauses
Sets the context, cites previous UN resolutions, and outlines problems.
Operative Clauses
Prescribes concrete actions, establishes mandates, and allocates responsibilities.
Public Speaking, Caucusing & Diplomacy
The 90-Second GSL Hook
How to structure your General Speakers List speech: Hook (gripping opening fact), Line (your country’s sovereign stance), and Sinker (a call to specific bloc collaboration).
Mastering Unmoderated Caucuses
Avoid shouting matches; lead with pen in hand by offering to consolidate points into the working paper, immediately positioning yourself as the bloc leader.
Principled Negotiation
Focus on underlying national interests rather than hardheaded ideological positions to unlock innovative diplomatic compromises.
Free Downloads & PDF Kits
Rules of Procedure (RoP) Summary Sheet
Quick reference card for Points of Order, Points of Information, Moderated vs Unmoderated Caucuses, and procedural motions.
How to Write a Winning Position Paper
Comprehensive tutorial including country policy research methodology, UN citation standards, structure, and sample position papers.
Draft Resolution Writing & Amendment Matrix Guide
Detailed breakdown of preambulatory vs operative clauses, sponsorship guidelines, friendly amendments, and voting protocols.
The Art of Diplomatic Public Speaking & Negotiation
Actionable frameworks for GSL opening speeches, persuasive lobbying in unmoderated caucus, and building cross-bloc consensus.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Is GA-MUN only for students with prior MUN experience?
Not at all! GA-MUN welcomes both first-time delegates and experienced veterans. Our GA-MUN Academy conducts pre-conference orientation webinars and beginner training sessions, and committee chairs are trained to provide constructive mentorship to first-time speakers.
What is the dress code for GA-MUN and Youth Parliament?
For MUN committees, formal western business attire (suits, blazers, formal shirts and trousers/skirts) or national formal attire is mandatory. For Youth Parliament, formal Indian traditional attire (Kurta-Pyjama with Nehru jacket, Sarees, formal suits) is highly encouraged.
Can an institution send a collective delegation?
Yes! Schools, colleges, and university societies can register as an Institutional Delegation. Groups of 8 or more students receive special delegation rates, designated Faculty Advisor passes, and are eligible for the prestigious Best Delegation Trophy.
What certificates and recognitions will participants receive?
Every participant who attends all scheduled committee sessions receives an official Certificate of Participation from Gyan Akshar Sanskriti Foundation (a Section 8 not-for-profit educational organisation). Committee winners receive trophies, medals, merit certificates, and cash awards.
How do country and portfolio allocations work?
Upon completing delegate registration and fee submission, delegates submit their committee and country preferences. The Secretariat evaluates past experience and allotments on a rolling first-come, first-served merit basis within 4-7 working days.