Department of History

Year of establishment - 1943

Established in 1943, the Department of History aims at building an academic community of students, researchers and teachers devoted to an open critical and analytical study of the discipline with an emphasis on the inter-disciplinary approach. It also aims at making courses and research work socially relevant and to develop in the students an awareness of the basic issues and problems in the discipline and to equip them intellectually to fulfil these needs.

The department looks forward to teaching students who are eager to study history and acquire a broad understanding of historical ideas, social and economic developments and popular movements. Those who enjoy reading, writing and discussion will like studying history. Students are expected to read widely and express themselves in their own words. Rote learning and reproduction of standard textbooks is not acceptable. While school leavers are not expected to join College with an in-depth knowledge of the subject, historical curiosity and an aptitude for the subject is desirable. A basic grasp of the subject is essential; those who read beyond their school curriculum are preferred. The interview will be based on an overall assessment of a candidate in which his or her academic capability and potential will get the highest priority. Strong credentials in areas like debating, theatre, music and dance will be taken into account when an applicants academic and interview performance is comparable to those without such achievements.

Courses Offered - B.A

Duration - 3 Years

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