About the Department

"Learning leads to Emancipation"

The Department of Political Science at our college holds a significant position, being one of the oldest departments since its establishment in 1956. Initially offering a 3-year B.A. General course in Political Science, it later introduced the 3-year B.A. Honors course in 1962. Currently, the department comprises eight dedicated teachers, including both permanent and SACT-II faculty. Our faculty is committed to nurturing independent thinking in students, fostering essential skills like flexibility, tolerance, critical judgment, and a broad understanding of the world from diverse political, cultural, and social perspectives. We employ innovative teaching methods to expose students to new ideas and ways of knowing, facilitating their intellectual transformations. Our primary objective is to equip students with problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork skills while instilling a deep commitment to equality, ethical conduct, and respect for others. Beyond academic pursuits, our students have excelled in sports and co-curricular activities at state and national levels. To further enhance students' creativity and skills, we engage them in various activities such as YPC (Youth Parliament Club), NSS (National Service Scheme), Freshers' Welcome, Teacher's Day, Human Rights Day, Women's Day, and preparation of a Wall Magazine. Additionally, we organize departmental seminars to provide a platform for intellectual exchange. Graduates from our department have achieved success in fields such as civil services, defence, and other administrative services. Their accomplishments reflect the quality of education and holistic development they receive during their time in the department. In conclusion, the Department of Political Science remains committed to empowering students by promoting critical thinking, fostering essential skills, and cultivating a sense of social responsibility. We take pride in the achievements of our students and strive to provide them with transformative learning.

1. Name of the department: POLITICAL SCIENCE
2. Year of Establishment:
  • Department Established : 1956
  • General Course : 1956
  • Honours Course : 1962
3. Names of Programmes/ Courses offered: B.A. Honours.
B.A. General.
4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/ units involved Political Theory
International Relations
Public Administration
Comparative Politics
5. Annual/ semester/ choice based credit system (programme wise) Semester System as per the
University Curriculum

Faculty Profile

Dr. Artatrana Gochhayat

Associate Professor

M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D.

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Dr. Biswanath Sarkar

Assistant Professor

M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D.

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Smt. Rakhi Mitra

Assistant Professor

M.A., M.Phil.

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Sri Lakpha Sherpa

Assistant Professor

M.A.

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Sri Suryendu Das

SACT-II

M.A.

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Sri Jaydeb Sarkar

SACT-II

M.A., M.Phil.

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Smt. Mallika Khatun

SACT-II

M.A.

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Smt. Arpita Chakraborty

SACT-II

M.A., M.Ed.

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Courses Offered

Programmes Offered:
  • B.A. Honours in Political Science (3-year programme)
  • B.A. General with Political Science (3-year programme)

Program and Course Outcomes

Program Outcomes:

Students will develop critical thinking, political awareness, and analytical skills to understand and engage with political systems and governance.

Course Outcomes:

Detailed course outcomes aligned with university curriculum will be available soon.

Departmental Routine

Departmental routine for Political Science will be displayed here. Please check with the department for the current academic schedule and class timings.

Activities

The Political Science department organizes various activities throughout the year including:

  • Youth Parliament Club (YPC)
  • National Service Scheme (NSS)
  • Freshers' Welcome
  • Teacher's Day Celebration
  • Human Rights Day Observance
  • Women's Day Celebration
  • Wall Magazine Preparation
  • Departmental Seminars

Departmental Achievements

Achievements of the Political Science department will be listed here. This includes student achievements in civil services, defence services, administrative services, sports, and co-curricular activities at state and national levels.

Assets

Department assets including library resources, political journals, reference books, and other academic facilities will be listed here.

Student Progression

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WBSU Question Papers

Previous years' question papers for Political Science (Honours and General) will be made available here for student reference and preparation.