> For the complete documentation index, see [llms.txt](https://docs.consuldemocracy.org/use_guide/llms.txt). Markdown versions of documentation pages are available by appending `.md` to page URLs; this page is available as [Markdown](https://docs.consuldemocracy.org/use_guide/6.-advanced-processes/6.1.-debates-phase.md).

# 6.1. Debates Phase

Discussion Phase. The platform allows to open debates on any relevant issue. The users can answer in an open way, dialogue among themselves, and vote the most interesting answers. This allows not only to deal with regulations, but also to deal directly and in a concrete way with any problem or issue that is of special importance. 

Unlike the general Debates section of the platform, in this case the debates are not opened by the citizens, but by the institution. Selecting the topics for discussion and the relevant information.

For example here we see an open debate on the situation of a city park:

<figure><img src="/files/TmttMPzlT7nJjBaZt36H" alt=""><figcaption></figcaption></figure>

In this case, questions are asked about the situation of the park, its use, activities, etc. In this way, we can easily find out what people think about the subject.


---

# Agent Instructions
This documentation is published with GitBook. GitBook is the documentation platform designed so that both humans and AI agents can read, navigate, and reason over technical content effectively. Learn more at gitbook.com.

## Querying This Documentation
If you need additional information that is not directly available in this page, you can query the documentation dynamically by asking a question.

Perform an HTTP GET request on the current page URL with the `ask` query parameter:

```
GET https://docs.consuldemocracy.org/use_guide/6.-advanced-processes/6.1.-debates-phase.md?ask=<question>
```

The question should be specific, self-contained, and written in natural language.
The response will contain a direct answer to the question and relevant excerpts and sources from the documentation.

Use this mechanism when the answer is not explicitly present in the current page, you need clarification or additional context, or you want to retrieve related documentation sections.