Department of History is established in 1993. Many of the students of the Department come from mofussil areas, some belong to the underprivileged sections of rural society. The faculty strives to improve their knowledge of the past and their skills at analytical thinking, coherent argument, and clarity of expression. Remedial Coaching, Guest Lectures, and Co-Curricular activities are organized to equip them to make informed choices about their careers. Department runs Modi Lipi and Historical Tourism short term course.
In view of the research Ancient History, Local History, Maratha History, History of Modern Maharashtra, as its thrust areas. The department remains committed to understand the past by exploring regional and local history in their national and global context by adopting an inter-disciplinary approach.
Highlights
More than 17 publications have been authored by former and present faculty of the department.
Organised National Seminar on “Social Movements in Post-Independence of India”
MoU with Jidnyasa Itihas Sanshodhan va Sanvardha Manch Satara.
Establishment of History Club
Linkages with Meenalben Mehta Mahavidyalaya, Pachgani, Amdar Shashikant Shinde
Mahavidyalaya, Medha and Kisan Veer Mahavidyalaya, Wai.
Certificate course in Modi Script & Historical Tourism
Recorded Name in Limca Book of Record with Shivaji Trail, Pune for Durg Puja.
Vision -
The aims of History Department are to make the students aware about the past and its legacies through teaching, research and extension activities in Indian history in the context of world history. We believe that only a critical understanding of the past will enable the students to understand the present and help them look towards the future.
Mission -
• Transform the students into citizens who are critically informed about the past and its consequences for the present.
• Promote studies in history, society and culture of Maharashtra in general.
• Empower students to cope with the challenges of globalization by instilling in them a life-long passion for learning about the past. The knowledge about the interconnections between the global, national, regional and local history will equip the students to face the challenges with confidence.