About The Department
The Department of History was introduced in the academic year 1968-1969, established
with Under Graduate programme and upgraded to Post Graduate programme in the year
1980. The department has been recognized as a research department since 1983 (M.Phil)
and 2014 (PhD). Values are instilled through Gandhian Studies Centre, and students are
sensitised about their rights and empowerment by Dr. Ambedkar Studies Centre. During
the course of more than 50 years of its journey, there have been a number of exemplary
achievements and marching towards its destination.
Vision
The Department of History (PG & Research) aims at holistic development through
academic excellence, employability in government sector and acquisition of skills in
historical research. It seeks to build its students intellectual curiosity to know about the
past and its inheritances. The department seeks to educate students in the complexities of
historical inquiry, critical thinking, and to improve their understanding of the world
around them.
Mission
The Department facilitates the students to understand the intricate social phenomenon and
it helps them to lead a life of wider awareness and responsible citizenship. The
Department aims to be an open and welcoming spot for a healthy exchange of ideas and
the encouragement of scholarly excellence. It encourages research activities among the
students. The students are encouraged and motivated to appear for all competitive exams
conducted by the UPSC/TNPSC/ NET & SET.
BA (History)
The programme provides a comprehensive study of Ancient, Medieval and Modern Indian
History along with the Contemporary European, American and Far East History,
Principles of Modern Government, Indian Constitution, Indian Geography, Indian Culture
and Heritage, Elements of Historiography, Indian Archaeology, Human Rights etc. The Department offers an Add-on course in Tourism and Travel Management and Job Oriented Course in Foundation Course for Civil Service Examination. The degree program serves as a basis for higher studies and provides numerous career opportunities after graduation in public and private sectors.
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Syllabus 2017-2020
Syllabus 2018-2021
MA (History)
PG programme offers courses such as Indian Women Through the Ages, World
Civilisation, European History, Archives Keeping, Indian Government and Politics,
Economic History of India, Environmental History of India and Socio, Economic,
Political History of India etc. The programme provides employment opportunities in
Government Sector and bestowed with research ambience.
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Syllabus 2017-2019
Syllabus 2018-2020
