Round table is a form of academic discussion. Participants agree on a specific topic to discuss and debate. Each person is given equal right to participate, as illustrated by the idea of a circular layout referred to in the term round table.

What is the purpose of a round table?

The general purpose of a roundtable is to hold a close discussion and exploration of a specific topic. A roundtable, holding all participants on equal footing, aims to confront issues rather than people [2].

What is meant by a roundtable discussion?

1 : a conference for discussion or deliberation by several participants also : the participants in such a conference. 2a Round Table : the large circular table of King Arthur and his knights.