Vision

The Department of Political Science aims at equipping students with in-depth knowledge and intellectual tools to engage with the global and India-specific issues and challenges arising in the arenas of politics, political processes and political ideas. The Political Science Department envisions a world where the transformative power of political knowledge fosters informed citizenship, advances global understanding, and inspires leaders committed to justice, equality, and effective governance. It aims to provide them with learning experiences and theoretical deftness that prepare them to understand sociology-political phenomena in all their dimensions, which is comparative and context-sensitive. Through different pedagogical methods, the Department seeks to enhance students’ subject specific knowledge along with their ability to think critically.  The Department affirms its commitment to equity, inclusiveness and diversity without compromising academic rigour in the context of the global commitment to sustainable development, rights of the marginalized and ecological diversity and conservation.

Mission

The mission of the Political Science Department is to cultivate critical thinking, civic engagement, and scholarly excellence. Through rigorous academic inquiry, interdisciplinary, and a commitment to ethical leadership, we strive to.

Mission 1. Educate Informed Citizens: Equip students with a comprehensive understanding of political systems, theories, and processes to empower them as informed and responsible global citizens. To prepare adequately competent students who understand and apply concepts, theories, and methodologies from different sub fields of Political Science to make sense of the world around them.

Mission 2. Advance Scholarship: Foster cutting-edge research and intellectual curiosity among faculty and students, contributing to the body of political knowledge and addressing contemporary challenges.

Mission 3. Promote Diversity and Inclusion: Cultivate an inclusive learning environment that values diverse perspectives, experiences, and ideas, preparing students to navigate the complexities of a multicultural world.

Mission 4. Encourage Civic Engagement: To help students relate class room instruction to the political processes outside the class, and contribute to knowledge-building through a commitment to equity, inclusiveness, diversity and concern for the environment. Inspire a sense of civic responsibility and activism, encouraging students to actively participate in democratic processes, community service, and social justice initiatives.

Mission 5. Build Leaders for Tomorrow: Develop ethical and effective leaders who are well-versed in political theory and practice, capable of navigating the complexities of governance, diplomacy, and public service.

Mission 6. Foster Global Understanding: Promote cross-cultural competence and global awareness, preparing students to navigate an interconnected world with an appreciation for diverse political systems and international relations. To familiarize students with the latest developments in the discipline and enable them to acquire substantive knowledge of institutions and processes of government that shape politics within and among nations.

Mission 7. Cultivate Professional Development: Provide opportunities for internships, research projects, and practical experiences that enhance students’ professional skills and prepare them for successful careers in politics, public administration, law, and related fields.

Mission 8. Support Lifelong Learning: Nurture a culture of continuous learning and professional development among faculty and students, fostering a commitment to staying informed about evolving political dynamics and theories.

Programme Learning Outcomes

A. Academic Competence

1. Disciplinary knowledge and methods including familiarity with data
2. Ability to connect concepts with examples
3.  Ability to use various e-resources academically and develop skills of academic writing and presentation
4. Articulating ideas and identifying interconnections between arguments
5. Dealing with contending paradigms and learning to identify their strengths and limitations
6. Understanding the boundaries of the discipline and its connections with other disciplines

7. Demonstrate basic and conceptual knowledge of the different sub-fields of Political Science with an insight into the pioneering areas and cutting-edge of research and theorisation.

B. Personal and Behavioural Competence

1. Developing social awareness, and mutual understanding
2. Developing sensitivity to diverse social backgrounds
3. Appreciating different perspectives and accepting difference of opinion.

4. Apply knowledge, theories and intellectual tools to political and administrative phenomenon in a sensitive manner and offer suggestions and solutions towards favourable outcomes in the real world to foster social justice.

5. Identify areas and topics for further research and exploration by engaging with upcoming problems in real life situations.

C. Social Competence

1.  Analysing political problems, conflicts and tensions in all their complexities
2.  Gender sensitization and gender justice
3.  Developing an understanding of ecological issues

4.  Demonstrate the ability to analyse and evaluate political processes, political developments, administrative structures, public policy and international trends. By embodying these principles, the Political Science Department seeks to make enduring contributions to the development of responsible, knowledgeable, and ethical leaders who contribute positively to society and promote the ideals of justice, democracy, and human rights.