About the Course
The M.A. Political Science (Major) programme under NEP 2020 is designed to provide multidisciplinary flexible and skill-oriented education. The course focuses on the study of Political Science. The programme aims to develop communication skill, critical thinking, creativity, research ability, and ethical values among students.
As recommended by NEP 2020, the course also includes skill enhancement, vocational training, internships, project work, and interdisciplinary learning opportunities. It promotes Indian languages, regional culture, and holistic personality development while improving employability and academic growth.
Course Details
Teaching and Examination Scheme
Semester I
- Major Mandatory- Ancient & Medieval Indian Political Thought
- Major Mandatory- Indian Government and Politics
- Major Mandatory- International Relations
- Major Mandatory- Political Theory
- Major Elective- International Law/ Public Opinion and Survey Research
- RM- Research Methodology
Semester II
- Major Mandatory- Modern Indian Political Thought
- Major Mandatory- Pressure Groups and Social Movements
- Major Mandatory- Politics of Maharashtra
- Major Mandatory- Conflict and Peace Studies
- Major Elective- Political Anthropology/ Applied Research Methodology in Political Science
- OJT/FP- On Job Training: Internship/ Apprenticeship
Semester III
- Major Mandatory- Comparative Politics
- Major Mandatory- Public Administration
- Major Mandatory- Modern Political Ideologies
- Major Mandatory- India’s Foreign Policy in a New Global Order
- Major Elective-Political Psychology/ Political journalism
- RP- Research Project
Semester IV
- Major Mandatory- State Politics in India
- Major Mandatory- Political Sociology
- Major Mandatory- Election Management in India
- Major Mandatory- Human Rights and Indian Constitution/ Psephology
- RP- Research Project