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Climate Change, Coastal Erosion, and Livelihood Transitions: A Study of Kendrapara District, Odisha
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Assessing the Impact of the Jal Jeevan Mission: A Comprehensive Study of Water Accessibility, Quality, and Socio-Economic Outcomes in Rural Assam
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Exploring Consumer Willingness to Utilize Solar Energy: An Empirical Study in Selected Districts of Assam
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Department of Humanities and Social Sciences
National Institute of Technology Silchar
Situated in the rolling landscapes of Assam, the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at NIT Silchar offers a rich intellectual environment for exploring the many dimensions of human experience. Since its inception in 1967, the department has been devoted to academic inquiry, committed to understanding the intricacies of human thought, culture, economy, and society. Immersed in the cultural richness of Northeast India, the department integrates the domains of humanities and social sciences to create intense, contemplative inquiry into the world.
Our Vision
To be a nationally and globally recognised centre of excellence in Humanities and Social Sciences, fostering interdisciplinary education and research that promotes ethical values, cultural understanding, sustainable development, and societal well-being in alignment with the National Education Policy 2020 and the dynamic needs of the twenty-first century.
The aim of the department is fourfold. First, it aspires to cultivate critical thinking and effective communication skills through holistic education; second, it encourages research that addresses contemporary social, cultural, economic, and environmental challenges; third, it promotes values of inclusivity, sustainability, and lifelong learning; fourth, it trains scholars to contribute meaningfully towards shaping society, industry, and academia with a deep understanding of human values, societal dynamics, and global interconnections.
Our Mission
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Academics & Program
DOCTOR OF PHILOSOPHY
The Department of Humanities and Social Sciences at the National Institute of Technology Silchar offers a doctoral (PhD) program with research opportunities in both Economics and English. The program begins with a coursework period that introduces scholars to fundamental topics in the humanities and social sciences, equipping them with a strong foundation before they embark on their research. The department’s primary research areas include Macro and Microeconomics; Financial, Environmental, Agricultural & Behavioural Economics; Sports Studies; Literary and Translation Studies; Translation and Colonialism; Literary Historiography; 1947 Partition Studies; Eco-literature; Folklore Studies; Indigenous Studies; Women's Writing; North East Literature; Critical Media Studies; and Digital Humanities, among others.
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Faculty Members
Head of the Department
Welcome to the Department of Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) at the National Institute of Technology Silchar! As a vibrant and multidisciplinary academic unit, the department is dedicated to enriching the intellectual and professional development of students across disciplines. Our faculty members bring expertise in Economics, English, and Cultural Studies, contributing to both foundational learning and advanced research. The department’s research spans a wide range of contemporary areas—Development Economics, Environmental Economics, Gender Studies, Postcolonial Literature, Digital Humanities, Northeast Indian Literature and Culture, and Ethnographic Studies. Our academic programs are designed not only to cultivate analytical and communication skills but also to foster an understanding of the ethical, cultural, and social dimensions of a rapidly changing world. We aim to prepare students to think deeply, act ethically, and engage meaningfully with society. We invite you to explore our programs, research, and outreach activities. Join us in our journey of knowledge, creativity, and inclusive development!
HOD: Dr. Reena SanasamE-mail:hod@hum.nits.ac.in
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