The department of Political Science was started in 1992 at Pre-University Course since the inception of the College. Subsequently this discipline offered at B.A. Programme Pass Course. BA Honour course was introduced in 2005. Since its inception, the department does its very best to convey a holistic nature of education in the said field, covering all aspects of the topics prescribed in the syllabus and also ensuring its applicability.
Objective:
- To make the students aware about the basic concepts and principles of political science
- To encourage the students to actively participate in the political affairs of the state
- To encourage the students to become responsible citizens and to contribute to the welfare of the society
Faculty:
- Smt. Jinalin Pyrnge
- Shri. Nishwa Rymbai
- Shri. Biket Siangshai(HoD)
- Smt. Ridalabha Dkhar
Programme Outcome
The learner of the course understands the concepts, theories and principles of Political Science, which enable them to facilitate their career choices and employment opportunities. The course equips the students’ with critical thinking ability on social, economic and political order of India and beyond.
Course Outcome
The course provides students a sound understanding of various political approaches, ideological perspectives including contemporary concepts, theories and political discourses. Helps the students understand the function of the state in society. Familiarize students with the main elements and ideological backgrounds of the Constitutions of China, the USA, the UK and Russia. Students aware of the ideals and philosophies of the Indian Constitution, Constitutional rights and duties, governmental institutions, centre – state relations and electoral politics in India.
Students learnt different theories on International Politics, foreign affairs of a nation state and views of some of the most prominent western and Indian political thinkers starting Plato to Marx. Students know about India’s contribution towards the enrichment in the field of politics and the growth of modern democratic political consciousness in India. Helps students understand the political developments in the North – Eastern Region, and to facilitate their understanding of the different social, cultural and economic processes that influence politics in North East, and the interaction between the North – Eastern states and the Indian Union.
Specific Outcome
The world today revolves around political as well as economic considerations. This course helped students acquired knowledge of Political Science to deal with the above changes. It helps student with the study of political behavior, governance and power, enables them to enhance their knowledge of the basic structures and processes of governmental systems, public policies and political forces that directly impacted their lives, but also help them in analyzing political problems that arises in the state and society. Above all, it aids students in becoming informed citizens by amplifying knowledge on their entitlement to the rights and duties within a state.
Career Options:
Specialization in the subject of Politics opens up several career opportunities. The knowledge of Political Science prepares learners for civil services, public policy, international relations as also non-governmental activities. Students graduating with Politics have also gone on to make good use of the subject in the fields of Law, Mass Media, Journalism, Teaching, Public Relations, etc.