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About The Department
Year of Establishment: Academic Session of Affiliation - Honours(1994-1995), General(1981-1982)
Brief History of the department
The department of philosophy in Parimal Mitra Smriti Mahavidyalaya came into being with a view to introducing general stream in 1985-1986. Later Honours was introduced in 2008-2009. Initially late Dr. Manju Chowdhury was alone in the department up to her retirement in the year January 2006. Dr. Jaya Adhikary joined the department on substantive basis on January 5, 2007. To cater to the needs of a growing population of students the college authority felt the urgency to induct some part- time teachers. For several years the Department of Philosophy consisted of 4 teachers, one permanent incumbent, two permanent part-time teachers and one guest teacher. At present the department consists of 3 (three) teachers, one Associate Professor, one Assistant Professor and one State Aided College Teacher (SACT)
Vision
We the teachers in the department of philosophy desire to channelize the students through ethical purgation. If the values are not infused in them the main objective will be thwarted in building the social fibre in right direction. The vision of department is to enhance the global environment with philosophical exchange rooted in classical and contemporary traditions.
Mission
The mission of the department is to make the students acquire actual knowledge about the life and the world and to satisfy their intellect. Philosophy demands a rational explanation of the universe. Moreover, ethics is one of the most important branches of Philosophy which tries to raise moral values in the mind of the human being. It is our constant endeavour to:
- Nurture the intellectual climate among aspirants and scholars interested in Philosophy by embracing trans-disciplinary perspectives.
- Uphold the moral values among the students for perfection of their characters. For true education is not possible without perfection of character.
- Motivate the youth through the teaching of great men like Buddha, Swami Vivekananda etc. Their teaching and scriptures are value centric and the source of inspiration for the youth where Philosophy, Religion and Morality are related to each other.
- Study of ethics should also lead the students to respect opposing views, which is very essential for a student of Philosophy, because it requires analyzing carefully the arguments that support views contrary to their own. The department works as a catalyst to inspire the students in imbibing social responsibilities and ethical values.
Courses Offered: Single Major and Multi-disciplinary course (MDC)
Departmental Highlights
- The English department of our college is vibrant and diverse, offering a range of courses that delve deep into literature, language, and communication.
- Our dedicated faculty comprises of accomplished and passionate educators who foster critical thinking and analytical skills among students.
- Through interactive seminars, workshops, and literary events, students engage with classic and contemporary texts, honing their writing and speaking abilities.
- The department also emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, encouraging connections between literature and other fields such as history, psychology, and cultural studies.
- The department believes that a student goes out of the College having knowledge not only of their Major and Minor subjects, but also should develop an overall idea regarding world politics, rights and duties, awareness of social concerns etc.Therefore,debates and quiz competitions are held to evoke their interest in these topics. Eco Awareness is an important aspect that the department highlights through different programmes.
- Opportunities for one-to-one interaction with the faculty members help to create a bond. Apart from the Counselling Cell of the College, the Department also counsel pupils on different issues that they face.
- Creative writing endeavours abound, enriching students' academic experience and preparing them for diverse career paths.
- We believe in Inter Departmental engagement. Faculty from the Department of Sanskrit have taken classes in this Department. It has helped the students in a better understanding of the Indian Classical texts in Translation.The Seminars with the Department of History help in developing perspectives on different Periods of Literature.
- Parent Teacher meetings allow parents and teachers to discuss a student’s progress, strengths and areas that need improvement. They facilitate a partnership that ultimately benefits the students’ education and well-being.
- Overall, the English department is a dynamic hub of learning and creativity, nurturing a love for language and literature while equipping students with valuable skills for their personal and professional lives.
Intake Capacity
| Year | Program | No. of students appeared | No. of students passed | Pass Percentage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | B.A Bengali Honours | 49 | 21 | 42.86% |
| 2023 | B.A English Honours | 62 | 51 | 82.26% |
| 2023 | B.A Hindi Honours | 30 | 19 | 63.33% |
| 2023 | B.A Nepali Honours | 32 | 30 | 93.75% |
| 2023 | B.A History Honours | 53 | 35 | 66.04% |
| 2023 | B.A Philosophy Honours | 10 | 6 | 60.00% |
| 2023 | B.A Political Science Honours | 35 | 24 | 68.57% |
| 2023 | B.Com Accountancy Honours | 14 | 9 | 64.29% |
| 2023 | B.A Programme | 1077 | 204 | 18.94% |
| 2023 | B.Com Programme | 13 | 3 | 23.08% |
| 2023 | B.Sc Programme | 8 | 8 | 100.00% |
Faculty Members
SACT 1 || Dept. of Philosophy
Assistant Professor || Dept. of Philosophy
Associate Professor (HOD) || Dept. of Philosophy