Established in the year 1964, the Department of Political Science stands as a vibrant centre of learning. It offers both B.A. Honours and B.A. Programme courses. With a broad curriculum that includes important subjects like Indian Government and Politics, Comparative Politics, Public Administration, Political Thought, and International Relations, the department is committed to producing informed, intelligent, and responsible citizens. Special emphasis is placed on global governance, foreign policy analysis, balance of power, diplomacy, security studies, and globalisation.

The Department has experienced, well-qualified and highly dedicated faculty to mentor and guide the students. Teaching and learning methods prioritise critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and engaging discussions. The department regularly organises national and international seminars, workshops, debates, and educational tours to broaden students' intellectual exposure and stimulate involvement with contemporary political and social concerns. The discipline of Political Science opens a plethora of avenues for the students- public policy, law, journalism, administrative services, and international diplomacy. In an ever-changing political landscape, the department strives to cultivate intelligent minds and future leaders. 

Political Science Society

The department of Political Science creates a vibrant and engaging teaching-learning environment by focusing on multiple socio-political realities. This facilitates the interface between theoretical knowledge and practical experiences which not only enables students to engage with structured curriculum but also opens up the scope for the students to apply class room learning to the contemporary political scenario around the globe.

The Political Science Society has taken various initiatives during the academic session 2018-19 in motivating students to participate in myriad academic, socio-cultural and philanthropic activities. The Political Science Society has been playing critical role in organising seminars, conferences, symposiums, workshops and lectures to enrich academic endeavours of the faculty members and students of the department.  

The academic session began with an Interactive Session for the new students on 5 September 2018. On 30 January 2019, Prof. Veena Kukreja, Head, Department of Political Science, University of Delhi delivered a lecture on Foreign Policy of India. Prof. Kukreja discussed the challenges to India’s Foreign Policy and how we can improve the position of India. She reflected on the declining relationship of India with some South Asian countries like Maldives, Sri Lanka and Nepal along with its position in SAARC. The lecture was followed by question-answer session that covered themes like India’s role in combating terrorism, Kashmir issue and South-South Cooperation.  

To clear the Civil Services exam is the dream of many young persons who have a passion to serve the country by becoming part of the administration.  On 13 February 2019, the society organised an Interactive Session on How to Prepare for Civil Services. The resource persons for the interactive sessions were: Dr. Vijay Kumar Sinha and Mr. Kumar Ajay from Samvad IAS Institute; Mr. Vikash Kumar, who qualified Bihar Public Service Commission (BPSC); and Mr. Matin Khan, a UPSC aspirant turned actor, who played the role of a teacher in the award winning movie Gattu screened at the International Film Festival. Dr. Vijay Kumar Sinha focused on the problems and challenges related to the study of Philosophy and English Literature, and also suggested the solutions. Mr. Kumar Ajay addressed the nature of  examination and the pattern to follow while preparing for it. During the question-answer session, he emphasised the need to choose the optional papers according to one’s interest. Mr. Matin Khan shared his experiences and journey from failure to success in life. The students thoroughly enjoyed interacting with all the panelists who patiently answered every query raised by the students.

The students of the department have proved their mettle in various fields. To mention a few, Ishika Kumari and Muskan Agnihotri did internship at Internshala Institute in Delhi. Jitender won many prizes in poetry competitions at various colleges. Ishika, Abhay Kumar Shukla, Muskan Dhawan and Ragini participated at various debate competitions and won many prizes. Nishant participated in the state-level marathon race and won silver and bronze medal in Haryana and Delhi respectively. Pooja, Laxmi, Nandini and Tamanna performed folk dance of Odisha on the occasion of the Annual Fest Transcend.

Dr. Nawal Kishore

Convenor

2014-15

DR. SUNIL SONDHI

Former Principal

Maharaja Agrasen College

University of Delhi

DR. RAJKUMAR FALWARIA

Professor

Department of Political Science,

SPM College, University of Delhi

ARPIT KUMAR YADAV

 IAS UP Cadre

Dr. DIGVIJAY SINGH

Assistant Professor

Department of Political Science,

Dayal Singh College Evening, University of Delhi

Founder Director House of Political Empowerment Research and Innovation Foundation

DR. BHAV NATH JHA

Associate Professor

Department of Political Science,

ARSD College, University of Delhi

DR. GARIMA DAS

Assistant Professor

Department of Political Science, University of Delhi

AKASH SETHI

Proprietor

Alpha Industries

AKSHITA DOGRA

Air Hostess

Indigo Airlines

ASHOK KUMAR

SHO Badapur