Welcome to Department Of Political Science

Year of Establishment: UG-1974, PG-1992

Head/Coordinator of the Department: Dr. Damodar Sahoo

Welcome to the Department of Political Science

The Department of Political Science is a dynamic intellectual community dedicated to the study of politics, governance, and public policy. Through rigorous inquiry and interdisciplinary engagement, we seek to understand the complex dynamics of power, institutions, and decision-making in local, national, and global contexts.

Students have the opportunity to engage in hands-on research projects, internships, and experiential learning opportunities that bridge the gap between theory and practice. Our department also hosts seminars, workshops, and public lectures featuring leading scholars, policymakers, and activists who are shaping the future of political science.

Whether you’re passionate about understanding the mechanisms of power, analyzing policy solutions to pressing social problems, or advocating for change in your community and beyond, the Department of Political Science welcomes you to join us in exploring the complexities of politics and working towards a more just and equitable world.

Faculty Details:

Name Designation Qualification Area of Expertise Extracurricular duties assigned, if any.
Mr.Amit Kumar Tripathy Guest Faculty M.Phil. Ph.D. (continuing) Political Sociology
Mr. Rabi Ratna Jena Guest Faculty M.A. Public Administration
Ms. Priyanka Swain Guest Faculty M.A. International relations

Programmes Offered with Student Enrolment:

Class Sanctioned strength EnrolledStrength Total
Male Female
SC ST Gen SC ST Gen
UG1st year 32 02 06 02 04 06 02 26
UG2ndyear 32 06 03 02 02 05 04 31
UG3rdyear 32 03 04 04 02 04 02 32
P.G.Finalyear 32 01 03 01 05 03 02 32
P.G.1styear 32 04 02 00 02 02 08 25

Special Papers/Core papers Taught if any: Political Theory, International Relations, Public Administration, Political Thought, Comparative Politics

Seminar / Conference / Workshop Refresher Courses organised by the Department during the year:

DateTitle/ThemeNo. of ParticipantsVenue
15.11.2023Decentralization in India: Issues and Challenges

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Geology            Seminar Hall Dharanidhar University.

Visitors to the Department/College:

  • Jyotirmayee Tudu, Associate Prof., JNU, New Delhi
  • Bipin Mahapatra, Retired Reader in Political Science
  • Arun Roy, Assistant Professor in Pol. Sc. (Plenary)
  • Rabi Ratna Jena (Retired Reader in Political Science)
  • Susama Nayak, Associate Prof in Political Science
  • Debananda Mallick, Assistant Professor in Political Science
  • Sarat Chandra Mohapatra, Retired Reader in Political Science
  • Prasant Kumar Sahoo, Retired Reader in Political Science
  • Ramakant Swain, Lecture in Political Science
  • Harihar Ojha, Retired Reader in Political Science
  • Subash Chandra Pradhan, Retired Reader in Political Science
  • Nibedita Sukla, Lecture in Political Science
  • Prangyashree Mohapatra, Lecture in Political Science
  • Subash Chandra Jena, Reader in Political Science
  • Jayanta Kumar Diwedy, Reader in Political Science
  • Narendra Kumar Mohanta, Reader in Political Science
  • Hrusikesh Sahoo, Reader in Political Science

Research Activities of Faculty Members:

Name Details of Ongoing Projects/Completed Projectsduring the year Publications M.Phil/Ph.D./D.Litt supervision
Amit Kumar Tripathy Rehabilitation of Depressed Urban Tribes in Odisha

Students Achievements:

Academic:
  • PriyambadaPalai (UGC-NET)
  • Namrata Sharma (UGC-JRF)