Department of HISTORY
The Department of History was established in the year 1955. And since then, it engages students with the discipline in diverse ways. Students are not only involved in classroom sessions but also beyond to hone their analytic and interpretive skills. It facilitates students to comprehend historical processes that have shaped the Ancient, Medieval, Modern and Post-modern world. Periodically, various academic activities like seminars, educational tours, guest lectures and quizzes are organized to aid students to reflect on the nature of connection between the past and the present. Mostly, the contribution of the department revolves around enthusiastic participation of teachers and the taught, in realising human potentially for the benefits of the society. The department also focus on enrichment of the discipline by orienting students and faculty to engage in research on new themes and newer ways of learning history.
| NAME | QUALIFICATION |
EXPERIENCE (YEAR) |
SPECIALIASTION | DETAILED INFORMATION |
| Dr. Gagandeep Cheema | MA, Ph.D. |
29.3 Y (UG) 20 Y (PG) |
Indian History | view file |
| Dr. Swinder Singh Rekhi | MA, Ph.D. | 27 | Early sikh History | view file |
| Dr. Hukam Chand | MA, M.Phil, Ph.D. | 15 | Modern Indian History | view file |
| Dr. Monika Parmar | MA M.Phil. Ph.D. |
UG 13 PG 02 |
Modern Indian History | View file |
| Mr. Puneet | MA MPhil UGC-NET |
UG 11 PG 07 |
Modern Indian History | view file |
| Dr. Kiranjeet Kaur | MA Ph.D. | 6 | Sikh Studies | view file |
| Mr. Pardeep singh | MA, MPhil, NET | 5 | Modern Indian History | View file |
| Course | Total seats | Programme Outcomes |
| BA Honours School in History | 50 |
After completion of 3 years degree course in History, it is believed that the students would be well versed and acquainted with the development of historic data and facts, historic perspective of various subjects related to ancient, medieval and modern developments of states all over the globe. Students are trained to develop their own ideas, critical thinking and express themselves in their own words. This helps students to pass on their ideas and knowledge to others which have been acquired through the course completed by the student. The corpuses covered by the student makes them able to use their analytic ability for in-depth study of the subject. After the completion of post-graduate 2 years course the students have practical insight of the various arguments and various historical theories brought forward by historians. The students after completion of these courses are expected to have a sound judgement on historical data and evidence and should be able to have a critical analysis of the subject.
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| MA History | 40 |
| Title of the Activity | Date | Details |
| extension lecture on Mughal Perception of India. The lecture was delivered by Prof. Jigar Mohammed, University of Jammu | April 20, 2019 | |
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an extension lecture was delivered on JallianwalaBagh Tragedy by PrashantGaurav (Govt. College, Sec. 46, Chandigarh)
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On October 3, 2019 | |
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webinar on Shri Guru TegBahadur: Life and Teachings. The Key speaker was Dr. Paramveer Singh of Punjabi University, Patiala.
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On November 4, 2020 | |
| webinar on Shri Guru TegBahadur Sahib di Vichaardhaara da ItihaasikMahattav | On December 2, 2020 | |
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Department of History in collaboration with NSS organized an event commemorating the martyrdom day of ‘Shaheed-e-Azam’ S.Bhagat Singh.
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On May 21, 2021 | |
| Department of History in collaboration with NSS organized an event commemorating the martyrdom day of ‘Shaheed-e-Azam’ S.Bhagat Singh. |
On March 23, 2022
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Department of History organized slogan writing competition on the theme ‘HAR GHAR TIRANGA’ under ‘AzadiKaAmritMahotsav’. Approximately 58 students participated in the competition.
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On June 13, 2022 | |
| the students of Research Methodology of M.A. History visited Punjab State Archives, Patiala under the supervision of Dr. GagandipCheema, HOD History Department and Dr. KiranjeetKaur Visit to Punjab State Archives |
On November 9, 2022;.
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| Department of History celebrated National Education Day.By making posters and writing quotes on education, students paid tribute to Maulana Abdul Kalam Azad (First minister for education in India) on his birth anniversary |
On November 11, 2022,.
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| Department of History organized an Extension Lecture on the topic Sri Guru Tegh Bahadur ji and Gurmukhi sources. |
On Novemver 14, 2022
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| Department of History organized a Quiz Contest (MCQ Test) on the theme ‘LET’S EXPLORE OUR CONSTITUTION’ to celebrate Constitution Day of India. Approximately 65 students participated in the quiz. Thereafter, Preamble of the Constitution was read by the teachers of the department and participants |
On November 26, 2022.
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| Department of History in collaboration with class IV employees union and NSS celebrated ParinirvanDiwas of Baba Sahib Dr.BhimRaoAmbedkar |
On December 6, 2022.
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Department of History organized an educational tour of 50 students to Virasat-e-Khalsa under scheme for career counselling in Government colleges of Punjab.
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On March 11, 2023 |
Department of Yoga
PG department of Yoga was established in 2015-16. The department is committed to provide with a holistic and enriching experience, where the students will not only learn the ancient art of yoga but also explore its profound effects on the mind, body, and spirit.
Led by experienced instructors, our department offers a diverse range of yoga styles, ensuring that there is something for everyone, regardless of level of experience.
| Course | Seats | Programme Outcomes |
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P.G Diploma In Yoga
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40 |
Student should be able to work efficiently as Yoga Therapists in the hospitals, spa, wellness centre ,health club, start their yoga centre and also could join academic positions in schools, colleges or university levels. *Students should be skilled in most of the competencies, and trainings required to deliver the yoga and naturopathy health care system. *Student should be able to work towards realization of health for all, as a national goal through Yoga. *Students will develop or detailed understanding of the concept of health and disease through the modern medical and ancient Indian perspectives. *Students demonstrate effective teaching skills of Yoga. *Students will attain physical and mental fitness, strength, flexibility. *Students will exhibit all round personality development.
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| Sr No. | Title of the Activity | Date | Details of the Activity | Number of Faculty and Students Benefitted |
| 1 |
Guest lecture [Guest Jagjiwan singh] Pup patiala |
23/3/2018 | Extension lecture on [pranayama& meditation]in sabha bhawan |
25 Faculty 125 Students |
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10 days Yoga camp [Pingla ashram Patiala] |
16/3/2018 | Practice of [asana & pranayama] in ashram school |
100 Students 08 Faculty |
| 3 | Celebrating International Yoga Day | 21/6/2018 | According to yoga protocol |
500 Students, NCC Units, 50 faculty members |
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Yoga camp [Rajindra hospital, de-addiction centre ] |
11/3/2019- 23/3/2019 |
Practice of [Sukhsham viyam, meditation, asana & pranayama] to drug addicted people. |
60 Patient 10 Nursing staff members |
| 5 | Celebrating International Yoga Day | 21/06/2019 | According to yoga protocol |
150 Students 50 Faculty |
| 6 | Celebrating International Yoga Day | 21/6/2020 | According to yoga protocol |
150 Student 20 Faculty members |
| 7 | Celebrating International Yoga Day | 19/6/2021- 21/6/2021 | Three days online yoga workshop on [YOGA FOR PHYSICAL AND MENTAL HEALTH] |
80 Student 20 Faculty members |
| 8 | 10 Days Yoga Workshop | 11/5/22-20/5/2022 |
For a healthy lifestyle[YOGA WORKSHOP] For mind, body and spirit |
150 Students 25 Faculty members |
| 9 | Physical fitness & sports awareness program [Y-20] | 20/03/2023 | Doing asana & pranayama activities |
120 Students 25 Faculty members |
| 10 | 2 Days Yoga Workshop | 03/04/2023-04/04/2023 | Yoga workshop conducted by department of Yoga |
150 Students 15 Faculty members |
| 11 | Celebrating International Yoga Day | 21/06/2023 | According to yoga protocol |
150 Students 25 Faculty members |
| 12 | Celebrating National Sports Day | 29/08/2023 | Performance of Artistic Yoga poses | 10 Students [demo] |