🏛 Department of Political Science
“Empowering Students through Democracy, Governance and Leadership”
📖 About the Department
The Department of Political Science at Bangurnagar Arts, Science & Commerce College, Dandeli is committed to promoting knowledge of political institutions, democratic values, constitutional principles and public administration. The department aims to develop informed, responsible and socially committed citizens capable of understanding contemporary political, social and economic issues.
Political Science is a dynamic discipline that studies the structure and functioning of governments, political theories, international relations, public policy and governance. The department encourages students to develop leadership qualities, analytical thinking, communication skills and awareness of national and international affairs through classroom teaching, seminars, debates and extension activities.
🌟 Vision
To become a centre of excellence in Political Science by promoting democratic values, constitutional awareness, leadership and responsible citizenship.
🎯 Mission
- To provide quality education in Political Science.
- To promote democratic and constitutional values.
- To encourage analytical and critical thinking.
- To develop leadership qualities and social responsibility.
- To prepare students for higher education and competitive examinations.
- To create awareness of governance, human rights and public policy.
🎓 Courses Offered
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
- Political Theory
- Indian Constitution
- Indian Government and Politics
- Public Administration
- Comparative Politics
- International Relations
- Political Thought
- Human Rights
- Local Government
- Contemporary Political Issues
(As prescribed by Karnatak University.)
👨🏫 Faculty Members
Shri S. S. Hiremath
Head of the Department
Associate Professor
Qualification:
Areas of Specialization
- Indian Constitution
- Public Administration
- Political Theory
- International Relations
- Human Rights
- Indian Political System
Academic Activities
- Student mentoring and academic counselling.
- Organising seminars and guest lectures.
- Guiding student presentations and assignments.
- Conducting debates and awareness programmes.
- Promoting civic responsibility and democratic participation.
📖 Department Objectives
- To understand the Constitution of India and democratic institutions.
- To develop political awareness and critical thinking.
- To study national and international political developments.
- To encourage research and policy analysis.
- To prepare students for Civil Services and other competitive examinations.
- To cultivate responsible and ethical citizenship.
📚 Teaching & Learning
- ICT-enabled Teaching
- Interactive Classroom Discussions
- Student Seminars
- Group Discussions
- Debate Competitions
- Assignments and Project Work
- Case Study Analysis
- Mock Parliament
- Model Election Activities
- Audio-Visual Learning
🌍 Extension Activities
- Constitution Day Celebration
- National Voters’ Day
- Voter Awareness Campaigns
- Youth Parliament
- Human Rights Awareness Programmes
- National Integration Programmes
- Electoral Literacy Club Activities
- Community Awareness Programmes
🎉 Department Activities
- Guest Lectures
- Political Science Association Activities
- Quiz Competitions
- Essay Competitions
- Elocution Competitions
- Youth Parliament
- Mock Legislative Assembly
- Poster Presentations
- Group Discussions
- Educational Visits
🏆 Department Achievements
- Active student participation in university-level competitions.
- Successful organisation of seminars and awareness programmes.
- Promotion of democratic and constitutional values.
- Encouragement of leadership and public speaking among students.
- Academic excellence through student-centred learning.
💼 Career Opportunities
- Civil Services (UPSC/KPSC)
- Public Administration
- Politics and Governance
- Law
- Journalism and Mass Communication
- International Relations
- Public Policy
- Non-Governmental Organisations (NGOs)
- Teaching Profession
- Research
- Defence Services
- Social Work
📷 Gallery
- Constitution Day
- National Voters’ Day
- Guest Lectures
- Student Seminars
- Youth Parliament
- Debate Competitions
- Awareness Campaigns
- Educational Visits
📥 Downloads
- NEP Syllabus
- Previous Question Papers
- Study Materials
- Department Activity Reports
- Academic Calendar
- Time Table
📞 Contact
Department of Political Science
Bangurnagar Arts, Science & Commerce College
Ambewadi, Dandeli – 581325
Uttara Kannada, Karnataka