Established in the year 2011-12, the Department of Political Science has rehashed its syllabus in response to the demands of globalization and market demands. Thrust areas include E-governance, Human Rights, Constitution & constitutionalism, Environmental Studies, Regional Studies, Governance & International Studies.
To inculcate democratic, secular values and leadership qualities so that young minds will grow into good citizens, capable of accepting responsibility for nation-building and the overall development of society.
| Eligibility | The students who have successfully completed a three-year Arts degree course BA (Bachelor of Arts) with a minimum of 45% of marks in aggregate at the degree level are eligible to apply. However, a relaxation of 5% of marks for SC/ST/Cat-I will be allowed as per prevailing rules of the University and Government Orders issued from time to time. |
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| Admission Criteria | The admission shall be made as per the reservation policy and directions issued in this regard from time to time by the Government of Karnataka and also as per rules prescribed by the University from time to time. |
| Mode of Study | Regular-Full-Time |
| Programme Duration | 02 Years - 04 Semester CBCS Scheme |
| Scope | MA (Master of Arts) is a two-year Professional Master Degree in Political Science. The objective behind MA is to equip students with the latest Knowledge of Academic and Professional aptitude. |
| Career Prospects | A Candidate Successfully completing M.A. in Political Science can find lucrative career opportunities in government sector /Organizations and also high productive career in Teaching, Research and development and Politics. |
| Admission Procedure | Merit wise seat distribution |
| Eligibility | Candidates who have secured at least 55% of aggregate marks (50% for SC/ST/Cat-1/Physically challenged) or equivalent grade under grading system, in their Master’s Degree or equivalent examination from the recognized Universities/Institutions. |
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| Admission Criteria | The admission shall be made as per the reservation policy and guidelines issued by the Government of Karnataka and also as per RCUB from time to time. |
| Programme Duration | Minimum of 03 Years and Maximum of 05 years for Full-Time Candidates/ Minimum 04 Years and Maximum of 06 years for Part-Time Candidates. |
Information will be updated soon.
Information will be updated soon.

| Name: | Dr. PRAKASH S. KATTIMANI |
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| Designation: | Associate Professor |
| Qualification: | M.A., Ph.D. |
| Email-id: | kattimaniprakash@gmail.com |
| Mobile Number: | +91 7019317517 |
| Period of Chairmanship: | From 04-03-2025 |
| Resume: | View Resume |

| Full Name: | Prof. Y.S. Balavantagol |
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| Designation: | Professor |
| Qualification: | MA., M.Phil., Ph.D |
| Email-id: | balvantgol@gmail.com |
| Resume: | View Resume |

| Full Name: | Dr. Kamalaxi Tadasad |
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| Designation: | Professor |
| Qualification: | M.A., Ph.D |
| Email-id: | kamalaxi@rcub.ac.in |
| Resume: | View Resume |

| Full Name: | Dr. Hanumanthappa D.G. |
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| Designation: | Assistant Professor |
| Qualification: | M.A.,Ph.D |
| Email-id: | hanumanthappadge@rcub.ac.in |
| Resume: | View Resume |
| Faculty Name | Project Title | Funding Agency | Amount | Duration |
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| Dr. Kamalaxi G. Tadasad | An Evaluative Study of the Implementation of National Education Policy 2020 in the Higher Education Institutions in Karnataka. | ICSSR | Rs. 5,00,000 | 6 months (Completed) |
| Faculty Name | Project Title | Funding Agency | Amount | Duration |
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| Dr. Kamalaxi G. Tadasad | Evaluating PMGDISHA in empowering Women in mufassil of Belagavi. | RCUB | Rs. 1,00,000 | 1 year (Not Completed) |
The department regularly conducts activities such as awareness programs, induction and orientation programs, workshops, and special lectures.
A Mock Parliamentary Session was organised in the Higher Primary Government Kannada Medium School, Bhutaramanahatti, by the PG students and research scholars.
An academic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) was signed between the Department of Political Science, Rani Channamma University, and Venudhwani 90.4 FM Community Radio Station, KLE University.
A special lecture was organized by the NSS cell and the Department of Criminology and Criminal Justice in association with the Department of Political Science on 26/11/2022 on the occasion of National Constitution Day.
Information will be updated soon.
Information will be updated soon.
Alumni Coordinator Name: Dr. Hanumanthappa D G
| Year | M.A. |
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| 2023-24 | 71 |
| 2022-23 | 55 |
| 2021-22 | 52 |
| 2020-21 | 58 |
| 2019-20 | 61 |

Name: Mallikarjun M
Designation: Assistant
Professor
Working for: Higher
Education
Email: mallikarjunan@gmail.com

Name: Mallikarjun Shegunashi
Designation:
Assistant Professor
Working for: Higher
Education
Email: mallikarjunshegunshi@gmail.com
Postal Address:
Department of Political Science, Rani Channamma
University, Belagavi, Pin- 591156
Phone: 0831-2565243
Email-id: politicalsciencedept@rcub.ac.in
Office Clerk Number: 9743311195