Rani Channamma University, Belagavi

1. About Us


Government of India has released a grant of Rs.5.78 crores during the year 2017-18 for the establishment of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Study Chair in Rani Channamma University, Belagavi. In tune with the University Motto of ‘Vidwan Sarvrtra Poojyate’ (The scholar worshiped everywhere) Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Study Chair aims to realize value based society, inclusive education with quality and manpower with integrity and sensitivity. Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Study Chair seeks to realize these objectives by promoting the ideas and ideals propagated by 20th century real patriot, Intellectual, Socio-cultural organizer and self-esteemed personality Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.

Vision

To promote scholarly studies and extension services based on the ideas and ideals of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.

Mission

To conduct appropriate research studies and community engagement programs to translate the ideas of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya into practical propositions of ‘Integral Humanism’.

Goals

  • To conduct research to understand the history and philosophy of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • To take up research and disseminate the research findings of the Chair through publications, extension lectures and activities.
  • To take up community engagement activities to sensitize the society at large of the significance of the vision and philosophy of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • To invite project proposals, to study the works of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya from faculty and interested individuals from society and providing seed money to the selected projects.
  • To organize conferences, workshops, seminars, symposiums, special lectures to meet the themes related to the history, thoughts and vision of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya periodically.
  • To collaborate with research institutions within India as well as outside through exchange of personnel and research activities.
  • To establish a documentation centre, library and museum relating to the works of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya and other freedom fighters who worked on the socio-economic and cultural dimensions of the downtrodden communities of India.
  • To organize audio-visuals related to Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya's literature including exhibition, drama, arts, music and such other activities in the university and outside.
  • To arrange stage programmes, musical concerts etc., in the University, constituent/affiliated colleges and in rural areas to disseminate the philosophy of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya by involving Colleges, Youth Clubs and Mahila Mandals etc.
  • To publish lecture series, research works and conference proceedings.
  • To conduct the PG Diploma and Certificate courses as per the University regulations.
  • To conduct Ph.D. programme with the assistance and guideship of the other departments viz; Economics, Sociology, Political Science, History and Social Work on the philosophy and values of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • To undertake any related work as decided by the Advisory Committee from time to time.

Achievements

  • National level Seminar on “A Holistic Vision for Viksit Bharat” organized on 24-12-2024.
  • STEP-2024 organized in association with Prabuddha Bharat.
  • Published a book on “Bharatav Belagid Tejassu”.
  • Published special issue with An International Multilingual Quarterly Peer Review Refereed Research Journal on the title “EKATMA MANAV DARSHAN A HOLISTIC VISION FOR VIKSIT BHARAT” in January 2025.
  • MOU’s with Laghu Udyog Bharati, Karnataka and Mentors for Kids foundation, Bengaluru are done to organize activities for students.
  • Training programs, Health and Sanitation programs, Community development programs and lecture series are organized.

2. Programmes


P.G Diploma in Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Studies
Eligibility Candidates who have passed any graduate degree of Rani Channamma University, Belagavi or any other University recognized as equivalent to degree are eligible for the admission to P.G. Diploma in Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Studies. The candidates who are pursuing a Master Degree/Ph.D./any other regular courses are also eligible for admission to this course.
Admission Criteria The candidates will be selected for admission as per the general guidelines issued by Rani Channamma University, Belagavi from time to time. Maximum intake for the P.G. Diploma will comprise of 60 students as per university admission policy on first come first serve basis. If the number of applications exceeds the intake limit, roaster will be followed as per Rani Channamma University Guidelines.
Mode of Study Each paper shall be treated as a unit for the purpose of calculating attendance. Every student has to satisfy the required attendance for each paper. If he/she has less than 75% of the total number of instructional hours during the academic year, he/she is not eligible to appear for the examination. There is no provision for condoning shortage of attendance.
Programme Duration The Programme of study “Post- Graduate Diploma in Pt. Deenayal Upadhyaya Studies" shall extend over a period of one academic year (Non-Semester) along with other P.G Programmes of the Rani Channamma University.
Scope The introduction of course in this context assumes a great significance, it provides an understanding of the concept of nationality, which is much sought after this movement in addition to this course, binds the souls of Indian youth to build a stronger society, community and the nation through Deendayal Upadhyaya’s concept of Integral Humanism.
Career Prospects P.G Diploma Degree becomes an added advantage to the students.
Admission Procedure As per notification issued by university from time to time.

3. Syllabus


Programme Name Syllabus
Certificate Course in Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Studies Download Syllabus
PG Diploma in Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Studies Download Syllabus

4. Program Specific / Course Outcomes


Programme Outcomes

  • The students will be able to acquaint scientific knowledge about the society and its mechanism through research on Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • The students will experience the practical approach about Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya’s Idea and Ideals.
  • The programme provides inter-disciplinary approach to elicit attitudes of responsible citizens.
  • The students will acquire skills that intensify employability.

Programme Specific Outcomes

Paper I:

  • To know about the life and history of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • To understand the life struggle of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • To analyse the thoughts of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya on various issues including politics, economy, society and Nation.
  • To understand the contributions of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.

Paper II:

  • The students will have a deep understanding of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya’s thoughts.
  • Students will learn and understand the concepts like religion and secularism.
  • To know the concepts like Dharma and Dharmarajya.
  • Students will understand the difference between Education and Indian Knowledge System.

Paper III:

  • Understanding the thoughts of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya about Integral Humanism.
  • Students will learn about culture and nationalism.
  • To know the economic thoughts and rural reconstruction.
  • To understand the concepts like Antyodaya, capitalism, Communism, socialism and Society.

Paper IV:

  • Students will understand the similarities and dissimilarities between thoughts of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya and eminent thinkers.
  • Students will understand the thoughts of Mahatma Gandhi and Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • To compare the thoughts of Dr. B. R. Ambedkar and Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • To study the relative and distinctive thoughts of Ram Manohar Lohiya and Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.

Course Outcomes

  • To enable the students to know about the Idea and Ideals of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • To make the students understand the thoughts of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya on Integral Humanism, Antyodaya and Nationalism, Swadeshi and Culture.
  • To inculcate the spirit of nationalism in the minds of students.
  • To make the students to get PG Diploma certificate.

5. Director


Dr. B. S. Navi
Name: Dr. B. S. Navi
Designation: Director, Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Study Chair
E-mail ID: navibs@rcub.ac.in
Mobile No: 9844172735
Period of Directorship: 11-07-2024 to Till Date

6. Staff


Staff - 1

Dr. Shivaligayya Gothe
Full Name: Dr. Shivaligayya Gothe
Designation: Research Officer
Qualification: M.A Ph.D
Email-id: shivugote@gmail.com
Resume: View Resume

Staff - 2

Mr. Yallappa Y Mudalagi
Full Name: Mr. Yallappa Y Mudalagi
Designation: Research Assistant
Qualification: MSW K-SET
Email-id: mudalagiyallu@gmail.com
Resume: View Resume

Staff - 3

Mr. Rohit S Kamble
Full Name: Mr. Rohit S Kamble
Designation: DEO
Qualification: BA
Email-id: rk8295555@gmail.com

Staff - 4

Mr. Adiveppa Karadipatil
Full Name: Mr. Adiveppa Karadipatil
Designation: Attender
Qualification: SSLC
Email-id: adiveppakaradipatil937@gmail.com

7. Research


  • The research paper presentations and write ups on Indian Budget-2025 essay writing competitions, publications of books and journals.
  • Minor Research Projects are awarded to faculty members of Rani Channamma University and its affiliated colleges.
  • Research on community works, Villages and on the thoughts of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya are done.

Minor Research Project Details

  1. Dr. Vishwanath Khot, Research Title: “A Study on Impact Assessment of DDU-GKY in Rural Belagavi”.
  2. Dr. Girija Nimbal, Research Title: “Deendayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana: The Role of Solar Energy in Developing Smart Villages”.
  3. Dr. Ramesh Kamble, Research Title: “Self-reliant India: A Comparative views of Babasaheb Dr B R Ambedkar and Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya”.

8. Activities


General Activities:

  • Organizing National Seminars.
  • Organizing special lectures of the Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya in the affiliated colleges.
  • Publishing the Books and Journals on the Idea & Ideals of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • Running tuition center (Shishu Sanskar Kendra) at Kalarakoppa village.
  • Undertaking Books translation work.
  • Organizing Essay writing competition on the philosophy of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • Organizing E-Quiz to know & understand Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.
  • Provision of Research projects to college teachers.
  • Organizing competitions to the students.
  • Organizing Health and Eye checkup Camps.
  • Study kit Distribution to the Tuition Center students.
  • Providing training to farmers on organic farming.
  • Undertaking MOU’s with philosophical Institutions, Universities and Industries.
  • Celebrating Birth and Death Anniversary of Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya.

Year 2025-26

Various workshops, special lectures, and training programs were organized including "Unlocking Your Entrepreneurial Potential", "Science in Indian Heritage", "Present Indian Education System and it’s Status", "Sugarcane Yield in the Indian Agricultural System", and many more across different colleges and venues.

Year 2024-25

Activities included Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya 108th Birth Anniversary, special lectures, Health and Eye Checkup Camp, training on Government Schemes, National Level Seminar on "Ekatma Manav Darshan", publication of "Power of Knowledge" journal, and Entrepreneurship Awareness Programme for Girl Students.

Year 2023-24

Several special lectures on "Pt. Deendayal Updhyaya Ekatma Manavatavad" were held at various colleges. Other activities included Women Empowerment lecture, Health Camp, Swami Vivekanand Birth Anniversary celebration, and distribution of school and hygiene kits.

Year 2022-23

Events included Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Birth Anniversary Programme, special lectures on "Aatma Nirbhar Bharat" and "Ekatma Manavatavad", Punyasmarane Programme, and sponsorship for International Conference on "SWARAJ".

Year 2021-22

Activities involved Food Kit Distribution, special lectures on "Swarajya – 75", Book Publications, Essay Competition for Azadi Ka Amrut Mahotsav, Death Anniversary Program, Advisory Committee Meeting, Cleanliness campaign, and lecture on organic farming.

9. Contact Us


Department Contact Information

Postal Address:
The Director,
Pt. Deendayal Upadhyaya Study Chair,
Rani Channamma University,
Bhotaramanahatti, Belagavi-591156

Contact Person: Mr. Rohit Kamble (DEO)

Phone: 8105214120

E-mail ID: pddustudychair@rcub.ac.in