About The Department
The Department of History was established in 1970. It believes that Historical perspective is fundamental to understand the world in which we live. Under NEP History is tagged along with Optional English & Optional Kannada. Under Revised NEP the Courses are HEG, HEP, HEK & HEE.
- It seeks to cultivate Historical Thinking, Research Skills and a apprecciation of diverse culltures and Heritages.
- To teach History as an inter Disciplinary subject, tracing links from the most ancient period to the present world.
- Teaching History as a tool and technique to understand basic human nature.
- To enable the students to analyze every dynamic situation with a Historical approach.
- To develop a sense of probing into documents, edicts and Historical monuments.
- To teach History by subjecting the students to empirical approach by conducting field study tours, visits to Historical places.
Objectives
- To promote Historical Knowledge
- To Cultivate Critical thinking
- To encourage research skills
- To understand socio-political development
- To inculcate National and Global awareness
- To prepare students for careers
Contact Details
E-mail: jsscwhistory@gmail.com
| Sl. No | Program | Syllabus | Program Outcome | Course Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
BA (Revised NEP) HEP - History, Economics & Political Science HEG - History, Economics & Geography HEK - History, Economics & Kannada HEE - History, Economics & English |
Enclosed | Enclosed | Enclosed |
| 2 |
BA (NEP) HK - History & Kannada HE - History & English |
Enclosed | Enclosed | Enclosed |
Value Added Program
| Sl.No. | Date | Event | Resource Person / Place |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
2nd August 2025 |
Inauguration of Heritage Club and Special Lecture on “Our Heritage is Our Pride” |
Prof. Rangaraju N. S (Rtd), Professor Ancient History and Archeology, UOM. |
| 2 |
16th September 2025 |
Special lecture on “Women Warrior : A Incredible Journey” |
Dr. Manjula A C Associate Professor Department of History GFGC, Srirangapatna, Mandya. |
| 3 |
25th September 2025 |
04 Students and One Faculty Member Participated in Heritage Cycling organized by Archeology, Museum and Heritage Department on the Occasion of Dasara 2025. |
Prof. Rangaraju N. S (Rtd), Professor Ancient History and Archeology, UOM. Dr. Shalva Pille Iyengar Professor and Chairmen Ancient History and Archeology KSOU, Mysuru. |
| 4 |
26th September 2025 |
61 Students along with Two Faculties Participated in Heritage Walk organized by Archeology, Museum and Heritage Department on the Occasion of Dasara 2025. |
Prof. Rangaraju N. S (Rtd), Professor Ancient History and Archeology, UOM. Dr. Shalva Pille Iyengar Professor and Chairmen Ancient History and Archeology KSOU, Mysuru. |
| 5 |
8th October 2025 |
Celebration of World Tourism Day |
Dr. Manjukumar Asst. Professor & HOD Department of History JSS College for Arts & Commerce Gundlupete. |
| 6 |
10th October 2025 |
30 Students along with Two Faculties - Field Visit to Department of Epigraphy, Archeological Survey of India, Mysuru. |
Dr. K Muniratham Director Department of Epigraphy, Archeological Survey of India, Mysuru. |
| 7 |
9th February 2026 |
12 III BA students along with Faculty Member visited to Divisional Archives Department, Government of Karnataka, Mysuru. |
Sri. Manjunatha Deputy Director Divisional Archives Department, Government of Karnataka, Mysuru. |
| 8 |
20th February 2026 |
Workshop on “Communication and Soft Skill”
Technical Session-I Topic: Professional Communication & Profile Building for Students Technical Session-II Topic: Career Awareness & Employability Skill |
Inaugurated By Prof. R Mahesh Coordinator University Career Hub University of Mysore Mr. Ragavendra Pattar Certified Career Advisor, Mysuru Mr. Suhas H V Proprietor, SV InfoTech, Mysuru |
| 9 |
27th February 2026 |
25 History Students Visit to Oriental Research Institute, University of Mysore. |
Dr. Madhusudhanacharya Director, ORI, University of Mysore. |
Faculty Achievements
| Dr. Dharmesha A G | ||||
| Swayam Coordinator | ||||
| Developed the Swayam Course on “History of Karnataka” under the MOOC and Swayam Platform, Sponsored by CEC-Consortium for Educational Communication, New Delhi and EMRC, University of Mysore. |
Conferences / Seminars / Workshops Attended
| Sl. No | Date | Event | Organized By | State / National Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20th & 21st March 2025 | Participated Two Days Multidisciplinary National Conference on “Empowering Women in Princely Mysore: Historical Insights, Social Change and Future Prospects” | GFGC for Women, Vijayanagara, Mysuru in association with State Divisional Archives, Mysuru | National |
| 2 | 21st to 26th July 2025 | Participated One Week Online National Level Faculty Development Program on “Ancient Indic Architecture: A Basic Introduction (IKS Series)” | Sree Narayana Guru College of Commerce in Collaboration with Nucleus Learning and Development | National |
| 3 | 11th to 16th August 2025 | Participated One Week Online National Level Faculty Development Programme on “The Legacy of Bharatiya Vidya: Indigenous Indian Education and Indian Knowledge System” | Sree Narayana Guru College of Commerce in Collaboration with Nucleus Learning and Development | National |
| 4 | 3rd & 4th September 2025 | Participated Two Day Training Program on “Artificial Intelligence in Content Development for MOOCs” | EMRC, University of Mysore, CEC, New Delhi | National |
| 5 | 5th October 2025 | Participated Online National Workshop on “Mapping and Measuring Co-PO in Outcome-Based Education” | Sree Narayana Guru College of Commerce in Collaboration with Nucleus Learning and Development | National |
| 6 | 16th & 17th March 2026 | Participated in National Conference on “Transforming Education for the Future (Intelligent, Inclusive & Immersive Learning)” | EMRC, University of Mysore, CEC, New Delhi | National |
| 7 | 24th & 25th March 2026 | Participated in State Level Seminar on “An Overview on Importance of Archival Records in the Making of History of Wadiyars of Mysore” | JSS College for Arts, Commerce and Science, Nanjangud and State Archives Department, Divisional Archives, Mysore | State |
Paper Presentations and Publications
| Sl. No | Date | Paper Title | Organized By | State / National Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 20th & 21st March 2025 | Participated Two Days Multidisciplinary National Conference on “Empowering Women in Princely Mysore: Historical Insights, Social Change and Future Prospects” | GFGC for Women, Vijayanagara, Mysuru in association with State Divisional Archives, Mysuru | National |
| 2 | 21st to 26th July 2025 | Participated One Week Online National Level Faculty Development Program on “Ancient Indic Architecture: A Basic Introduction (IKS Series)” | Sree Narayana Guru College of Commerce in Collaboration with Nucleus Learning and Development | National |
| 3 | 16th & 17th March 2026 | “Open Educational Resources (OERs) and MOOCs for Knowledge Democratization” | EMRC, University of Mysore, CEC, New Delhi | National |
| 4 | 24th & 25th March 2026 | “Growth of Modern Education in Princely Mysore State” | JSS College for Arts, Commerce and Science, Nanjangud and State Archives Department, Divisional Archives Mysore | State |
Faculty Achievements
| Manikanta P | ||||
| Conferences / Seminars / Workshops Attended |
| Sl. No | Date | Event | Organized By | State / National Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16th & 17th March 2026 | Transforming Education for the Future (Intelligent, Inclusive & Immersive Learning) |
EMRC, University of Mysore, CEC, New Delhi |
National |
| 2 | 24th & 25th March 2026 | An Overview on Importance of Archival Records in the Making of History of Wadiyars of Mysore | JSS College for Arts, Commerce and Science, Nanjangud and State Archives Department, Divisional Archives, Mysore | State |
Paper Presentations and Publications
| Sl. No | Date | Paper Title | Organized By | State / National Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 16th & 17th March 2026 | “Open Educational Resources (OERs) and MOOCs for Knowledge Democratization” |
EMRC, University of Mysore, CEC, New Delhi |
National |
| 2 | 24th & 25th March 2026 | “Colonial Influence on Mysore State Records” |
JSS College for Arts, Commerce and Science, Nanjangud and State Archives Department, Divisional Archives, Mysore |
State |
Student Achievements
| Sahana S M | ||||
| Participation, Paper Presentations and Publications |
| Sl. No | Date | Paper Title | Organized By | State / National Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24th & 25th March 2026 | “Role of Educational Institutions in the Growth of Education in Princely Mysore State” |
JSS College for Arts, Commerce and Science, Nanjangud and State Archives Department, Divisional Archives, Mysore |
State |
| Sanjana L | ||||
| Participation, Paper Presentations and Publications |
| Sl. No | Date | Paper Title | Organized By | State / National Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24th & 25th March 2026 | “A Study of Heritage Temples and Math of Princely Mysore State” |
JSS College for Arts, Commerce and Science, Nanjangud and State Archives Department, Divisional Archives, Mysore |
State |
| Anjali and Sahana | |||
| Participated |
| Sl. No | Date | Organized By | State / National Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 24th & 25th March 2026 | JSS College for Arts, Commerce and Science, Nanjangud and State Archives Department, Divisional Archives, Mysore | State |
Inauguration of Heritage Club and Special Lecture on Our Heritage is Our Pride
Special Lecture on Women Warrior: A Incredible Journey
Workshop on Communication and Soft Skill
Field Visit to Department of Epigraphy, Archaeological Survey of India, Mysuru
Celebration of World Tourism Day
Heritage Walk
Heritage Cycling
Visit to Oriental Research Institute, University of Mysore
Visit to Divisional Archives Department, Government of Karnataka, Mysuru
National Seminar on Cultural Contributions of Krishnaraja Wodeyar III
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Best Practices
- Regularly Organizing Educational tour to Historical and Heritage centers.
- Organize Seminars and Field Visits.
- Organizing Awareness Program.
- Seminars by Students.
- Conduct of Bridge Course beginning of Each Semester.
- Conduct of Remedial Classes for Slow Learners.
Objectives
- Create awareness of Heritage
- Preserve and protect Heritage
- Promote active participation
- Integarate heritage into daily life
- Support sustainable development
- Develop Research and documentation skill
- Promote cultural exchange and diversity
Members
| Sl. No. | Name | Designation | Phone No. |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Dharmesha A G | President | 9538245434 |
| 2 | Manikanta P | Vice-President | 9964269659 |
| 3 | Manya | Treasurer | 8431059539 |
| 4 | Chandana M | Secretary | 7676369086 |
| 5 | Harshitha B K | Member | 9845575730 |
| 6 | Meghana Lakshmi | 9110226196 | |
| 7 | Rakshitha P | 8867601250 |
Activities of 2025-2026
| Sl. No | Date | Event | Resource Person |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |
2nd August 2025 |
Inauguration of Heritage Club and Special Lecture on "Our Heritage is Our Pride". 60 Students were present. |
Prof. Rangaraju N. S. (Rtd), Professor Ancient History and Archaeology, UOM. |
| 2 |
25th September 2025 |
04 Students and one faculty member participated in the Heritage Cycling organized by the Archaeology, Museum and Heritage Department on the occasion of Dasara 2025. |
Prof. Rangaraju N. S. (Rtd), Professor Ancient History and Archaeology, UOM. Dr. Shalva Pille Iyengar Professor and Chairmen Ancient History and Archaeology, KSOU, Mysuru. |
| 3 |
26th September 2025 |
61 Students along with two faculty members participated in the Heritage Walk organized by the Archaeology, Museum and Heritage Department on the occasion of Dasara 2025. |
Prof. Rangaraju N. S. (Rtd), Professor Ancient History and Archaeology, UOM. Dr. Shalva Pille Iyengar Professor and Chairmen Ancient History and Archaeology, KSOU, Mysuru. |
Reports on Heritage Walk Reports on Heritage Cycling
Special Lecture / Events Organized