Political Science

DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE

The study of Political Science provides in depth understanding of Political Theory and Ideas, International Relations, Comparative Politics and Political Systems, Indian Politics and the Administrative State apart from many other fields. Apart from sharpening analytical skills and intellectual potential the study of Political Science opens avenues for entry into careers in Civil Services, Management, Journalism, Law, NGOs, and other agencies with a focus on Gender studies, Human Rights, Development, Foreign Relations etc. Political Science teaching and research is an option explored by many students of Political Science. The faculty has dedicated and experienced teachers.

The department offers B.A. Honours Course in Political Science and Concurrent Courses to Honours students. It also offers Discipline Centred Courses, Foundation Course and Application Course to B.A. (Programme.) students.

Faculty

  • Satinder Kocher, M.A.
  • Moitree Bhattacharya (nee Mukhopadhyay) M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D.
  • Kiran Rai, M.A.
  • Shachi Chawla, M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D. (Incharge)
  • Indira Ghosh, M.A., Ph.D.
  • Vandana Tripathi, M.A., M.Phil., Ph. D.
  • Suranjita Ray, M.A., M.Phil,Ph.D.
  • Manjula Rath, M.A., M.Phil.
  • Geetanjali, M.A., M.Phil.