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About The Department
Year of Establishment: Academic Session of Affiliation - Honours(1994-1995), General(1981-1982)
Brief History
The Department of Bengali was introduced in Parimal Mitra Smriti Mahavidyalaya, Mal, from the very beginning of its set up in 1985-86. Initially the Department offered Bengali as Elective subject. In academic session 1996-97 the department introduced Honours Course. The department started its journey under the supervision of Dr. Shankar Kr. Chatterjee in 1986. He served the Department as a Head up to his passing away on 07.06.2003.
In the year 2004 Dr Tapati Saha joined the Department on substantive basis. In 2005 Prof Pankaj Kr. Sarkar joined the Department on substantive basis and Dr Chandan Khan joined the department on substantive basis in the year 2010. In the meantime, Mr. Subhajit Khasnobis also joined this Department as Govt. Approved part-time teacher in 2007. At this moment the department consists of three Associate Professors and one State Aided College Teacher (SACT)
In the year 2004 Dr Tapati Saha joined the Department on substantive basis. In 2005 Prof Pankaj Kr. Sarkar joined the Department on substantive basis and Dr Chandan Khan joined the department on substantive basis in the year 2010. In the meantime, Mr. Subhajit Khasnobis also joined this Department as Govt. Approved part-time teacher in 2007. At this moment the department consists of three Associate Professors and one State Aided College Teacher (SACT)
Vision
Our vision is to develop brilliant graduates. The Department of Bengali desires to prepare the students who will contribute signally to the growth of Bengali language and literature. Our vision is not just to learn and teach about civic life but also to promote engagement in various activities of civic life.
Mission
The mission of the department of Bengali of Parimal Mitra Smriti Mahavidyalaya is to produce graduates with sound knowledge of the diverse avenues of Bengali language and literature, with ingrained moral principles and an innate sense of responsibility towards the society.
Course 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 2 || Dept. of Bengali
Associate Professor || Dept. of Bengali
Associate Professor || Dept. of Bengali
Associate Professor || Dept. of Bengali