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Dr. Ghanshyam Singh

M.A. Political Science

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POLITICAL SCIENCE

POLITICAL SCIENCE

The Department of Political Science at Dr. Ghanshyam Singh Mahavidyalaya, Varanasi is committed to imparting quality education in political studies and developing awareness about democracy, governance, constitutional values, and social responsibility among students. The department plays an important role in nurturing critical thinking, leadership qualities, analytical abilities, and civic consciousness through academic excellence and student-centered learning.

The department started the Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) programme in Political Science in 2001 with the objective of providing students with a strong foundation in political theory, Indian political system, public administration, international relations, comparative politics, and contemporary socio-political issues. To further promote higher education and advanced learning in the discipline, the department introduced the Master of Arts (M.A.) in Political Science programme in 2025.

The department is supported by dedicated and qualified faculty members who focus on effective teaching-learning processes, mentoring, personality development, and preparation for competitive examinations such as UPSC, PCS, NET, and other public service examinations. The curriculum is designed according to university standards and emphasizes conceptual clarity, academic discipline, research orientation, and practical understanding of political and administrative systems.

The department regularly organizes seminars, debates, quizzes, guest lectures, awareness programmes, and extension activities to enhance students’ academic exposure and social understanding. Special emphasis is given to constitutional values, human rights, public policy, governance, national integration, and global political developments.

With a vision to create responsible citizens and academically competent students, the Department of Political Science continuously strives to provide an enriching academic environment that promotes intellectual growth, ethical values, leadership, and commitment towards nation-building.