Programmes
Curricular Aspects
The department offers BA, MA, Ph.D. Programs. The faculties of the department discuss on the ongoing courses and to meet with changing times the syllabi of these courses have been revised regularly. In 2016 a complete restructuring was undertaken in the syllbi and some new courses were introduced. This was looked into at regular intervals and minor changes have been made accordingly since 2016
Course offered in History
We offer Under Graduate, Post Graduate and Ph.D. level programme. Our department offers two years (4 semesters) Programme for Post Graduate (M.A.) and three years programme for B.A. (6 semesters). Apart from the conventional courses our department offers special courses like Science & Technology in India & Application of History in Tourism. The faculty members are highly trained and devoted to make the students well trained.
Course |
Semester |
Credits by department |
Total Intake |
B.A. |
06 |
56 |
120 |
M.A. |
04 |
80 |
37 |
Ph.D. |
6 Sem. including 1 Sem. of Course Work (According To Ordinance 23 & 23 (A) |
18 |
Based on available Supervisor |
Admission Procedure
The admission of the students for UG, PG and Ph.D. Courses in History are made on the basis of merit of entrance test, conducted normally in the month of May every year at different centres, located throughout the country, followed by counselling.
System of CBCS in Teaching
The globally recognised Choice Based Credit System (CBCS) of teaching and continuous internal evaluation is successfully implemented in the University & in our department. Students as well as teachers both are now well versed and appreciate this new system of teaching and instructions. The credit transfer facility is also available in this system. In this system we take two mid semester examinations and End semester examination.
SCHEME
B.A. Program
COURSE CODE |
NAME OF THE COURSE |
L |
T |
P |
C |
|
First Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS-CC-111 |
History of India from Earliest Times up to 300 CE |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
|
Second Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS-CC-211 |
History of India (C.300 - 1206) |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
|
Third Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS-CC-311 |
History of India (C.1206 - 1707) |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
HIS-SE-312 |
Indian History & Culture |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-SE-313 |
Museums & Archives in India |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
|
Fourth Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS-CC-411 |
History of India (C.1707 – 1950) |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
HIS- SE -412 |
Medieval Indian Architecture |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-SE-413 |
Ethnographic Practices in India: Tradition of Embroidery, Textile Making, Knitting, Handicrafts |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
|
Fifth Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS-EC-511 |
Western World : 15th – 18th Century |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
HIS-EC-512 |
Some Aspects of European History (C.1789-1945) |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
HIS-SE-513 |
Orality And Oral Culture In India |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-SE-514 |
An Introduction to Archaeology |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-GE-515 |
Indian Freedom Movement |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
HIS-GE-516 |
Women Studies in India |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
|
Sixth Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS-EC-611 |
National Liberation Movements in 20th Century World |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
HIS-EC-612 |
Patterns of Capitalism in Europe: 16th Century to Early 20th Century |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
HIS-SE-613 |
Documentation & Visual Culture |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-SE-614 |
Historical Tourism: Theory & Practice |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-GE-615 |
Development of Education in Colonial India |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
HIS-GE-616 |
History of Indian Journalism: Colonial & Post Colonial Period |
4 |
2 |
0 |
6 |
M.A. Course
COURSE CODE |
NAME OF THE COURSE |
L |
T |
P |
C |
|
First Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS–CC-121 |
Historiography, Concepts, Methods and Tools |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-CC-122 |
Twentieth Century World |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-CC-123 |
Political History of Modern India (C.E. 1757-1856) |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-EC-124 |
Dalit Movements in Modern India |
3 |
1 |
0 |
4 |
|
Second Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS-CC-221 |
Historiography : Concept, Method and Tools |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-CC-222 |
Twentieth Century World |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-CC-223 |
History of India (C.E. 1757 - 1857) |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-EC-224 |
Research Methodology |
3 |
1 |
0 |
4 |
HIS-OE-225 |
History of Science and Technology in Ancient and Medieval India |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-OE-226 |
Gandhian Thoughts |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-OE-227 |
The Revolution of 1857 |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-OE-228 |
History and cultural values of Pranami Sect |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
|
Third Semester |
|
|
|
|
HIS-CC-321 |
History of India (C.E.1858 – 1905) |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-CC-322 |
History of Ideas |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-CC-323 |
History of Bundelkhand with special reference to Popular Revolt (upto C.E.1857) |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-EC-324 |
Application of History in Tourism and its Management |
3 |
1 |
0 |
4 |
HIS-OE-325 |
History of Science and Technology in Modern India |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-OE-326 |
History of Indian Cinema (C.E.1896-1947) |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
HIS-OE-328 |
Dr. Harisingh Gour: Life, Contribution and Ideology |
2 |
0 |
0 |
2 |
Fourth Semester |
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HIS-CC-421 |
History of India (C.E 1905-1964) |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-CC-422 |
Economic History of India (C.E. 1757-1947) |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-CC-423 |
History of Bundelkhand with special reference to Popular Revolts (C.E.1858 –1961) |
4 |
1 |
0 |
5 |
HIS-EC-424 |
Feminism and Women’s History in Modern India |
3 |
1 |
0 |
4 |
HIS-EC-425 |
Report of the Tour of Historical Site |
1 |
0 |
3 |
4 |
HIS-EC-426 |
Dissertation |
3 |
0 |
1 |
4 |
Ph.D.
COURSE CODE |
NAME OF THE COURSE |
L |
T |
P |
C |
HIS-CC- 141 |
Research Methodology |
4 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
HIS-CC- 142 |
Medieval & Modern Indian Historiography |
4 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
HIS-CC- 143 |
Research and Publication Ethics |
1 |
0 |
1 |
2 |
HIS-EC -144 |
Review of Literature |
4 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
HIS-EC- 145 |
Cultural Heritage of India (C.E. 1200-1947) |
4 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
HIS-EC- 146 |
Representative Thinkers of Modern India |
|
|
|
|
HIS-EC- 147 |
History of Bundelkhand |
4 |
0 |
0 |
4 |
Course outcome of Programmes:
BA
- HIS-CC-111: History of India from Earliest times up to 300 CE
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the political, society, economy and religion of the ancient period from Pre Harappan down to Mauryan empire
- HIS-CC-211: History of India (C.300-1206)
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the society and economy of the period from 300C AD to 1206 AD
- HIS-CC-311: History of India (C.1206-1707)
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the political, social and economic reforms of Sultanat and Mughal times.
- HIS-SE-312: Indian History and Culture
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the various facets of culture in history.
- HIS-SE-313: Museums and Archives in India
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of various Museums and their functions and structure.
- HIS-CC-411: History of India (C.1707-1950)
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of events from 1707-1950 and its social, economic repercussions.
- HIS- SE -412: Medieval Indian Architecture
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of different styles of architecture of Provincial Kingdoms.
- HIS-SE-413: Ethnographic Practices in India: Tradition of Embroidery, Textile making, Knitting, Handicrafts
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of Textile making over the ages in India.
- HIS-EC-511: Political History of Modern Europe: 15th-18th Century
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the political events and trends of Modern Europe from 15th-18th Century.
- HIS-EC-512: Some Aspects of European History (C.1789-1945)
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the political events and trends of Modern Europe from French revolution to the end of II World War.
- HIS-SE-513: Orality and Oral Culture in India
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of Oral traditions in Historical Writings.
- HIS-SE-514: An Introduction to Archaeology
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of Archaeology as a tool of History.
- HIS-GE-515: Indian Freedom Movement
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the various movements which brought independence to the country.
- HIS-GE-516: Women Studies in India
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the knowledge of Women’s movement in Colonial and Post Colonial India
- HIS-EC-611: National Liberation Movements in 20th Century World
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of the nature of colonialism and nationalism in 20th century.
- HIS-EC-612: Patterns of Capitalism in Europe:16th Century to Early 20th Century
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of industrial revolution in England, Germany and the rise of Capitalism therein.
- HIS-SE-613: Documentation and Visual Culture
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of various methods of documentation in grasping History.
- HIS-SE-614: Historical tourism: Theory and Practice
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of tourist sites and its importance in History.
- HIS-GE-615: Development of Education in Colonial India
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of various educational commissions appointed in India by the British government and their policies.
- HIS-GE-616: History of Indian Journalism: Colonial and Post Colonial Period
After studying the course the Student will have an understanding of, how journalism became an effective tool in creating the awareness in colonial and post colonial India
Course outcome of Programmes:
M.A.
- HIS-CC-121: Historiography, Concepts, Methods and Tools
After studying the course the Students will develop an understanding of different approaches and tools of historiography.
- HIS-CC-122: Twentieth century World
After studying the course the Students will develop an understanding of various currents prevailing in World in twentieth century.
- HIS-CC-123: Political History of Modern India (C.E. 1757-1856)
After studying the course the Students will be aware of political conditions prevailing during C.E. 1757-1856
- HIS-EC-124: Dalit Movements in Modern India
After studying the course the Students will develop an understanding of different dalit movements launched in modern India.
- HIS-CC-221: Historiography, Concepts, methods and Tools
After studying the course the Students will develop an understanding of different approaches and tools of historiography.
- HIS-CC-222: Twentieth century World
After studying the course the Students will develop an understanding of various currents prevailing in World in twentieth century.
- HIS-CC-223: History of India (C.E. 1757-1857)
After studying the course the Students will be aware of social and educational policies during C.E. 1757-1857
- HIS-EC-224: Research Methodology
After studying the course the Students will develop an understanding of different tools of Research.
- HIS-OE-225: History of Science and Technology in Ancient and Medieval India
After studying the course the Students will be aware of elements of Science and Technology in ancient and medieval India.
- HIS-OE-226: Gandhian Thoughts
After studying the course the Students will be aware of various ideas and thoughts of Gandhiji.
- HIS-OE-227: The Revolution of 1857
After studying the course the Students will be aware of various struggle resulting in revolt of 1857.
- HIS-OE-228: History and cultural values of Pranami Sect
After studying the course the Students will be developed in the Moral values.
- HIS-CC-321: History of India (C.E. 1858-1905)
After studying the course the Students will be aware of Britishers policy in educational and social area and the birth of nationalism in India.
- HIS-CC-322: History of Ideas
After studying the course the Students will be aware of political, religious and social ideas in History;.
- HIS-CC-323: History of Bundelkhand with special reference to popular Revolt (up to C.E. 1857)
After studying the course the Students will be aware of various revolts that took place in Bundelkhand.
- HIS-EC-324: Application of History in Tourism and its Management
After studying the course the Students will develop an understanding of Tourism, its impact and management.
- HIS-OE-326: History of Science and Technology in Modern India
After studying the course the Students will be aware of elements of Science and Technology in modern India.
- HIS-OE-327: History of Indian Cinema (C.E. 1896-1947)
After studying the course the Students will be aware of various dimensions of Indian Cinema.
- HIS-OE-328: Dr. Harisingh Gour: Life, Contribution and Ideology
After studying the course the Students will be aware of the contribution made by Dr. Harisingh Gour to society and religion.
- HIS-CC-421: History of India (C.E. 1905-1964)
After studying the course the Students will be aware of various movements for freedom and approach of British government towards them.
- HIS-CC-421: History of India (C.E. 1905-1964)
After studying the course the Students will be aware of various movements for freedom and approach of British government towards them.
- HIS-CC-422: Economic History of India (C.E. 1757-1947)
After studying the course the Students will develop an understanding of economic measures and policies undertaken by British government, resulting in impoverishment of Indian economy..
- HIS-CC-423: History of Bundelkhand with special reference to popular Revolts ( C.E. 1858-1961)
After studying the course the Students will be aware of various popular movements to protest British government that took place in Bundelkhand during the period.
- HIS-EC-424: Feminism and Women’s History in Modern India
After studying the course the Students will be aware of rise of feminism and status of Women in the periods of History.
- HIS-EC-425: Report of the Tour of Historical Sites
After studying the course the Students will develop first hand information of the Historical sites and its peculiar features.
- HIS-EC-426: Dissertation
The research abilities of the students will reflect in the dissertation, which will be composed after proper interpretation
Ph.D.
- HIS- CC-141: Research Methodology
Intended learning outcomes are to demonstrate the ability to choose methods appropriate to research aims and objectives. Understand the limitations of particular research methods. Develop skills in qualitative and quantitative data analysis and presentation. Develop advanced critical thinking skills
- HIS-CC-142: Medieval & Modern Indian Historiography
A Students will learn and develop skills to evaluate different historical writings , the sources, methods, motivations, and interpretations behind historical narratives.Students will point out strengths and weaknesses of a historical argument, Students will understand the historical contexts of different historical interpretations in different sources of historical writings, Students compare, contrast, and explain differences between historical accounts.
- HIS-EC-143: Review of Literature
Students will learn the art of reviewing a literary source which will help them in undertaking a good research work.
- HIS-EC-144: Cultural Heritage of India (C.E. 1200-1947)
A Student will learn and develop skills to be acquainted with the culture of India in different periods of History.
- HIS-EC-145: Representative Thinkers of Modern India
After the completion of the course, Students will be able to demonstrate knowledge of a range of different ideas which shaped the Indian polity and different spheres of socio- economic life.
- HIS-EC-146: History of Bundelkhand
The students will be able to learn and appreciate the underlying unity amidst the diversity of the Bundelkhand history it’s socio-economic and cultural life of this vast region and to understand the trends and sources of regional history.
Students Demand for UG and PG
S. No. |
Session |
Application Received |
Sanctioned Strength |
Students Enrolled |
||||
UG |
PG |
UG |
PG |
UG |
PG |
|||
1. |
2015-16 |
1850 |
22 |
80 |
30 |
80 |
11 |
|
2. |
2016-17 |
2118 |
28 |
120 |
30 |
120 |
18 |
|
3. |
2017-18 |
1059 |
26 |
120 |
30 |
120 |
15 |
|
4. |
2018-19 |
1682 |
40 |
120 |
30 |
120 |
29 |
|
5. |
2019-20 |
1892 |
49 |
136 |
34 |
136 |
20 |
|
6. |
2020-21 |
2386 |
111 |
151 |
37 |
165 |
37 |
|
7. |
2021-22 |
1411 |
96 |
161 |
37 |
170 |
37 |
Scheme of Examination
Mid Semester Examination : 20 Marks
Internal Assessment : 15 Marks
End Semester Examination : 60 Marks
Internal Assessment will be done based on any one methodology:
Assignment
Presentation
Quiz
The distribution of Marks for Internal Assessment shall be as follows:
Evaluation of any one Methodology : 15 Marks
Attendance : 05 Marks
The marks for attendance shall be awarded as follows:
- 75% and below : 00 Marks
- > 75% and upto 80% : 01 Mark
- > 80 % and upto 85% : 02 Mark
- > 85 % and upto 90% : 03 Mark
- > 90% and upto 95% : 04 Mark
- > 95% : 05 Mark
In order to be eligible to appear in End Semester Examination a student must appear in Mid Semester Examination and Internal Assessment.