Department of Philosophy

Course Offered

Papers offered by the Department

1st Semester (NEP-20)

Honours:

1.       Paper: MJ1 - Indian Philosophy – I

2.       Paper: SEC1 - Yoga for Stress Management (Project)

3.       Paper: MI1 - Ethics: Indian and Western

General:

4.       Paper: MJ1 - Ethics and Morality: Indian and Western Approach

5.       Paper: SEC1 - Yoga for Stress Management (Project)

2nd Semester (NEP-20)

Honours:

6.       Paper: MJ2 - History of Western Philosophy-I

7.       Paper: SEC2 - Environmental Issues in India (Project)

8.       Paper: MI2 - Western Logic

General:

9.       Paper: MJ2 - Ethics and Morality: Indian and Western Approach

10.   Paper: SEC2 - Environmental Issues in India (Project)

3rd Semester (NEP-20)

Honours:

11. Paper: MJ03 - Indian Philosophy – II

12. Paper: MJ04 - Western Philosophy – II

13. Paper: SEC03 - Philosophical Counseling (Project)

14. Paper: MIN03 - Nyāya Metaphysics

General:

15. Paper: MJ02 - Deductive and Inductive Logic (Discipline- A)

16. Paper: MJ03 - Nyāya Concept of God, Self and Liberation (Discipline- A)

17. Paper: SEC3 - Philosophical Counseling (Practical) (Discipline- C)

18. Paper: MIN03 - Nyāya Metaphysics (Discipline- C)

4th Semester (NEP-20)

Honours:

19.   Paper: MJ5 - Psychology and Philosophy of Mind

20.   Paper: MJ6 - Social Philosophy 

21.   Paper: MJ7 - Western Logic –I 

22.   Internship/ Apprenticeship

23.   Paper: MI4 - Theory of Inference in Nyāya (Disc.-II) 

General:

24.   Paper: MJ B2 - Deductive and Inductive Logic (Discipline- b)

25.   Paper: MJ B3 - Nyāya Concept of God, Self and Liberation (Discipline- b)

26.   Paper: MJE 01 - Nature, Structure and Classification of Anumāna in Nyāya System (Discipline- a)

27.   Paper: MI4 - Theory of Inference in Nyāya (Discipline- C)

28.   Internship/ Apprenticeship

5th Semester (NEP-20)

Honours:

29.   Paper: MJ8 - Philosophy of Religion

30.   Paper: MJ9 - Western Logic II

31.   Paper: MJ10 - An Enquiry Concerning Human Understanding

by David Hume

32.   Paper: MJE 01 - The Problems of Philosophy by Bertrand Russell

33.   Paper: MI5 - Psychology and Philosophy of Mind

General:

34.   Paper: MJ-A4 - Philosophy of Religion

35.   Paper: MJ-A5 - Psychotherapy, Philosophy of Mind and the External World

36.   Paper: MJ-A6 - Philosophy of Semantic Analysis (Western)

37.   Paper: MJE 02 - Women and Society

6th Semester (NEP-20)

Honours:

38.   Paper: MJ11 - Introduction to Nyaya Philosophy

39.   Paper: MJ12 - Modern Indian Philosophy

40.   Paper: MJ13 - Introduction to Analytic Philosophy

41.   Paper: MJE 02 - Tarkasaṁgraha: Śabdakhanda

42.   Paper: MI6 - Philosophy of Language: Western

General:

43.   Paper: MJE 03 - Ecological Ethics

44.   Paper: MI6 - Philosophy of Language: Western (Discipline- C)

Faculties

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Dr. Pinki Das

Assistant Professor & Head

M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D

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Mr. Supriya Konai

Assistant Professor & Head

M.A., M.Phil, Ph.D (Pursuing)

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Mrs. Mithu Jana

State Aided College Teacher (SACT)

M.A.

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Mr. Gourhari Sinha

State Aided College Teacher (SACT II)

M.A

Departmental Activities

Established in the academic session of 1971–1972, the Department of Philosophy stands as one of the oldest and most prestigious departments of this institution. Initially offering the B.A. General Course under Vidyasagar University, the department consistently elevated its academic standards, leading to its upgrade to a full Honours graduate program in the 1991–1992 session.

The department is deeply committed to providing students with a comprehensive understanding of the cultural, social, and religious heritage of Indian civilization. By integrating these foundational perspectives, the department seeks to humanize and enrich modern notions of progress, enabling students to foster and promote a distinct Indian cultural and philosophical identity. With a robust and student-centric learning environment, the department ensures a high-quality academic experience that nurtures both intellectual growth and moral reasoning.

Vision & Mission

Vision

To be a center of academic excellence that bridges traditional Indian wisdom with contemporary global thought, nurturing critical thinkers who contribute meaningfully to a progressive and humane society.

Mission

• Holistic Education: To provide a deep understanding of classical and modern philosophy, ensuring students grasp both Eastern and Western traditions.
• Cultural Preservation: To instill an appreciation for the social, cultural, and religious heritage of Indian civilization, keeping foundational values alive in the modern era.
• Value-Based Learning: To enrich the contemporary idea of progress by blending scientific advancement with ethical, humanistic, and philosophical values.

Core Objectives

• Foster Critical Thinking: Train students to analyze complex arguments, question assumptions, and develop logical reasoning skills applicable to any career path.
• Promote Philosophical Identity: Help students explore and articulate their cultural identity by engaging deeply with Indian philosophical texts and traditions.
• Maintain Academic Excellence: Continuously enhance the quality of the learning process through innovative teaching methods, interactive discussions, and student-focused mentorship.
• Encourage Ethical Leadership: Prepare graduates to navigate modern social and professional challenges with strong moral integrity and emotional intelligence.

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