Department of political science was established in the year 1998. This department runs on grant–in-aid basis. Department has well qualified permanent faculty. Well equipped departmental as well as central library is proving beneficial for students.
The department of political science aims to develop critical thinking, informed citizenship and a global perspective among students. It inculcates the democratic and secular values amongst students. The curriculum blends classical political theory with contemporary issues to understand power, governance and society and world as well. It develops the civic sense of students by learning the Principles and Constitutional values like Justice, Liberty, Equality and Fraternity. Through various departmental activities we focus on overall development of the students. To harness the skill of students, various student centric activities like elocution, debate, quiz, rally, poster making competitions and study tour/excursions and the extension activities like Gender sensitization workshop, Human rights awareness program, Voter awareness campaign, exhibition on constitutional values etc. It also boosts up the students to go for the career in Competitive examinations, law, journalism, academics, NGOs, public policy. Overall, department provides the students various opportunities and build their confidence to rise as a responsible citizens and future leaders of India.
| Faculty/Course | Semester | Subject | Theory | Activity | Internal |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B.A. I year | Sem. I | M1- Political Theory | 60 | NA | 40 |
| Sem. II | M2- Western Political Thought | 60 | NA | 40 | |
| B.A. II year | Sem. III | M3- Indian Government and Politics | 80 | NA | 20 |
| M4- Managing Election and Election Campaign | 40 | NA | 10 | ||
| Minor- Indian Government and Politics (for students other than Political Science) | 80 | NA | 20 | ||
| VSC- Media and Electoral Process-I | NA | 40 | 10 | ||
| FP- Field Project | NA | 100 | 10 | ||
| Sem. IV | M5- State Government and Politics | 80 | NA | 20 | |
| M6- Political Parties and Party Politics in India | 40 | NA | 10 | ||
| Minor- State Government and Politics (for students other than Political Science) | 80 | NA | 20 | ||
| CEP- Community Engagement Programme | NA | 50 | 50 | ||
| B.A. III year | Sem. V | M7- Comparative Government and Politics (UK and US) | 80 | NA | 20 |
| M8- International Relations | 80 | NA | 20 | ||
|
Elective- (Any one)-
a) Fundamentals of Human Rights b)Rural Local Self Govt. |
80 | NA | 20 | ||
| Minor- International Relation (for students other than Political Science) | 80 | NA | 20 | ||
| VSC- Media and Electoral Process-2 | NA | 40 | 10 | ||
| FP/CEP- | NA | 40 | 10 | ||
| Sem. VI | M9- Fundamentals of Research Methodology | 80 | NA | 20 | |
| M8- Indian Foreign Policy | 80 | NA | 20 | ||
| Elective- (Any one)- a) Political Process in India b)Urban Local Self Govt. | 80 | NA | 20 | ||
| Minor- Indian Foreign Policy (for students other than Political Science) | NA | 80 | 20 | ||
| OJT | NA | 100 | NA |
Web link for University Syllabus
Dr. Reeta Dhandekar has been awarded Ph. D. degree by R.T.M.Nagpur University for the successful completion of her research topic entitled ’Mahatma Jyotiba Phule ani Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar yanchya Stree Vishayak Vichanranchi Prasangikta’(The Relevance of the Views of Mahatma Jyotiba Phule and Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar on Women: A Political Science Study).
Ms. Ashwini Pendam is persuing her Ph.D. at R.T.M.Nagpur University on the topic: ‘A Critical Study of the Political Leadership of Scheduled Tribe in Nagpur Municipal Corporation’.
Students of the department are conducting their field project/community engagement activities based on the socio-political issues.
Our faculty and students continuously excel in academics, research and extracurricular activities, bringing laurels to the college.
Dr. Reeta Dhandekar receiving the prestigious ‘Rashtriy Shiksha Ratna Puraskar-2023’.
Dr. Reeta Dhandekar receiving the prestigious ‘Rashtriy Shiksha Ratna Puraskar-2023’.
Contribution in National/International Seminar, Conferences:
The faculty of the department of Political Science actively participatesd in academic discourses at national and international level. Their contribution reflects the commitment to research,knowledge sharing and academic excellence.
Dr. Reeta Dhandekar delivering the Keynote address at National Conference on Gender Equality and Women Empowerment: Past, Present and Future at Yashwant Mahavidyalaya, Seloo, Dist.-Wardha.
Students of the department have successfully performed in various inter-collegiate competitions like quiz, debate, poster, rangoli, etc.
Students receiving the appreciation certificate in Indian Constitution Quiz on 08th August 2025..
Students of the department have successfully performed in various inter-collegiate competitions like quiz, debate, poster, rangoli, etc.
Ms. Snehal Sandokar received the First prize in Gandhi Vichar Pariksha organized by Gandhi Vichar Peeth, Jalgaon.
Ms. Dipali Shende received the Third prize in Gandhi Vichar Pariksha organized by Gandhi Vichar Peeth, Jalgaon.
Ms. Seema Jengthe recived Second Prize in Inter-collegiate Debate competition organized by department of Political Science, S. B. City college, Nagpur.
Ms. Neha Mulik won the 3rd Prize in Inter-collegiate Poster competition organized by C.P. and Berar College, Nagpur.
Ms. Pallavi Raut won the 3rd Prize in Inter-collegiate Mehandi competition organized by C.P. and Berar College, Nagpur.
Ms. Vina Ingale won the 3rd Prize in Inter-collegiate Rangoli competition organized by C.P. and Berar Colllege, Nagpur.
Ms. Neha Bobde receiving felicitation from Hon’ble Shri Vijay Vadettiwar, MLA, Chimur Constituency, Maharashtra for being Third Topper at Vidarbha Level Gandhi Vichar Pariksha organized by Gandhi Research Foundation, Jalagaon, Maharashtra.
Mohini (Transgender) addressing the students in the programme ‘Talk on Gender Equity’..
Enthusiastic students gave overwhelming response to the Talk on Gender Equity
Poster Exhibition
Unveling of the Conference Proceeding
Glimpses of the conference
| Sr.No. | Name of Faculty Member | Qualification | Designation | Work Experience (in years) | Research Areas |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr. Reeta M. Dhandekar | M.A.(Pol. Sci) B.Ed.,SET, NET, Ph.D | Professor and Head | 21 years | Political Thought |
| 2. | Ms. Ashwini Pendam | M.A.(Pol. Sci) NET | Assistant Professor CHB | 2 years | - |
Visit to PGTD Gandhian Thought, R.T.M.Nagpur University on 30/9/24.
Savitribai Phule Jayanti -3rd January 2025– Remembrance of Great Indian ladies who worked as a member of Indian Consitution Assembly.
Sanvidhan Gaurav Mahotsav: Poster and Elocution Competition on 25th February 2025.
Visit to Zonal Anthropological Museum, Nagpur Date 6th March 2025.
Social Science Exhibition: Models and Posters prepared by the students of Departments of Political Science and Sociology
MoU Activities:
RESEARCH PAPERS :
BOOK PUBLISHED- 04
RESEARCH PAPERS/ARTICLES : TOTAL - 52
| Sr. No. | Name of the Faculty | Scopus Journal | UGC Listed Journal | Peer Reviwed Journal | Chapter in book |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Dr. Reeta Dhandekar | 01 | 05 | 34 | 12 |
| 2. | Ms. Ashwini Pendam | - | - | 02 | - |
International / National / State Conferences Organized as Convener/OrganizingSecretary/Organizing committee member - 10
Life Membership of Professional Bodies-
Joint Secretary of Rajyashastra Pradhyapak Parishad (Vidarbh Prant) Nagpur. Executive Committee Member of Maharashtra Rajyashstra and Lokprashasan Parishad
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1) Google Class room B.A. Sem II link :
https://classroom.google.com/c/OTAzMzg5NDgxNzla
2) Google Class room B.A. Sem IV link :
https://classroom.google.com/c/OTAwMzk4MzgxNjha
3) Google Class room B.A. Sem VI link :
https://classroom.google.com/c/ODk2MjIzNjUzMjRa
4) B.A. Sem V
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1yBcWbPhJQ1_BGesaLrLMKlcie_
UHtqPNbsUfYjYnGnk/edit?usp=sharing
5) B.A. Sem VI
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1VY3I6V3bPQjTPqOm9L8L4duoubUrcniv/view?usp=sharing
6) B.A. Sem III-
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/16la1fPam0uEbhaSyBOMAwecxTt9GrBiq
V8KHzthUFMk/edit?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1AMQbkcLPxLrs7aTzpN7Kjl891Ek3ppR-/view?usp=sharing
7) B.A.Sem VI –
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10oqZ9OxbndMolk6-uGmyW77rJ63QWHgs/
view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/
1Ox8sDIgFTwJZKJnZpBJHI-FzH-yAKpS9/view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/10nMJVLBLAcMdXjcEys5shB615b_w4Cn4/
view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1otXHgdH55_nTXZEzIdy2Ri0Gf2P36gD9/
view?usp=sharing
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1cH0ZCmpXO5EX5OkT5rv2sFMe5833h0M6/
view?usp=sharing
Dr. Reeta Dhandekar,
Professor and Head,
Department of Political Science,
Sevadal Mahila Mahavidhyalaya,
Sakkardhara square, Umred Road Nagpur - 24
Mobile No. 9890225020
Email - rita.dhandekar01@gmail.com / dhandekarrita@gmail.com
