About Department

The Department of Political Science was established on August 6, 1993, with a core mission to foster critical thinking, civic awareness, and a deep understanding of governance, political theories, and international relations. For over three decades, the department has dedicated itself to providing high-quality higher education, preparing students to navigate and contribute meaningfully to contemporary socio-political landscapes. The department offers a foundational Undergraduate Program leading to a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree. Department runs the Shivaji University syllabus for the students. This curriculum is structured around a modern semester examination pattern, which ensures continuous evaluation, steady academic engagement, and alignment with contemporary educational standards. The admissions and results of the department are better every year. The department complements its rigorous academic curriculum with a vibrant array of co-curricular and extracurricular activities designed to provide holistic, field-based learning. It regularly organizes student seminars, group discussions, and expert guest lectures that encourage critical debate on contemporary geopolitical issues, constitutional law, and public policy. To bridge theoretical knowledge with practical governance, the department facilitates mock parliaments (Youth Parliaments), field visits to local self-government bodies (Gram Panchayats/Municipal Corporations), and voter awareness campaigns that foster active civic engagement and leadership skills among undergraduate students. 

Faculty Strength and Institutional Support:

The academic operations and mentorship within the department are sustained by a stable and fully optimized faculty structure.

• Sanctioned Posts: 02
• Filled Posts: 02

With a 100% filling rate of its sanctioned strength, the department ensures an excellent student-to-teacher ratio. This complete staffing allows for personalized mentorship, dedicated academic counselling, and the smooth execution of both curricular and extracurricular departmental activities.

Research Initiatives and Scholarly Contributions:
A defining feature of the Department of Political Science is its strong commitment to academic research and knowledge creation. The faculty active participates in expanding the horizons of the discipline, as evidenced by their ongoing projects and extensive publication record:

• Active Research: The department is currently steering 01 ongoing research project, showcasing an active engagement with field-based or theoretical investigations.
• Research Papers: The faculty has contributed a aggregate total of 32 research papers (divided across major clusters of 17 and 15 publications), published in reputed peer-reviewed journals.
• Proceeding Publications: There are 02 publications credited to conference proceedings, reflecting active participation in academic seminars and symposia.
• Other Scholarly Work: The department boasts 09 other publications (categorised into 5 and 4 specific outputs), which include book chapters, reference materials, or monographs.

Through this balanced approach of robust classroom instruction and continuous research, the Department of Political Science remains an essential academic pillar, shaping the analytical minds and responsible citizens of tomorrow.