Profile:

Name of the Teacher & Institution : Sri  Dipika Devi

: Deomornoi Degree College

Father`s Name                                    : Lt. Kumud Ch. Sarma

Department                                          : Philosophy

Designation                                         : Assistant Professor

Date of Joining                                   : 10^th July, 2001

Date of post provincialized                : 01^st January, 2021

Sex                                                       : Female

Nationality                                           : Indian

Category                                              : General

Address for Communication                 : Department of Philosophy, Deomornoi Degree College,     Deomornoi, Darrang, Pin-784147

Present Address                                     : Lengeripara, Ward no-2, Mangaldai, Darrang, Pin-784125

Permanent Address                                : Vill+P.O- Batsor, P.S- Belsor, Dist- Nalbari, Pin-781303, Assam

Contact No                                               : 9435699683

Email                                                    : devidipika92@gmail.com

Academic Qualifications ( Matric till Postgraduation ):

FIP:

Online Month-long Faculty Induction Programme (FIP) organized by Teaching Learning Centre, Tezpur University, during 01 February- 02 March 2023.

RC:

Two Week Refresher Course in Social Sciences in online mode organized by UGC-Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Centre (MMTTC), University of Kashmir, Srinagar 28^th July to 11^th  August, 2025.

Seminar attended:

1.     Participated UGC Sponsored National Seminar On “Socio-Economic Changes In North -East India Under Colonial Rule” held on 21^st & 22^nd October, 2014 at Sipajhar College, Darrang (Assam).

2.     UGC Sponsored National Seminar On “Preservation and Promotion of Traditional Culture of Assam” Organized by Department of Assamese, Tezpur College, Tezpur held on 6^th &7^th February, 2015. Title of Paper: Paramparagata Sanskritir Paribartan Paribardhan Darrang Jilat Pracalita Deol Utshavar Bishesh Ullikhanere.

3.     UGC Sponsored National Seminar On “Higher Education in North-Eastern Region: Problems, Prospects and Challenges” held on Kharupetia College Darrang, (Assam) on 17^th & 18^th June, 2015. Title of Paper: Higher Education and Economic Empowerment in Assam: An Overview.

4.     Participated UGC Sponsored National Seminar On “Women Empowerment: Issues and Challenges” Organized by Department of Economics, Mangaldai College, Mangaldai, Darrang, (Assam) held on 11^th & 12^th September, 2015,

5.     UGC Sponsored National Seminar On “Human Values and Creative Literature” organized by Department of Assamese, Khoirabari College, Khoirabari, Udalguri, BTAD (Assam) Held on 23^rd and 24^th April, 2016. Title of the paper: Human Value and contemporary society.

6.     Participated International Seminar on “Environmental Sustainability and Conservation: Issues and Challenges” held on 3^rd & 4^th November, 2022 at Bongaigaon College, Bongaigaon.

7.     ICSSR  Sponsored National Seminar on “Gender Equity and Women Empowerment with Special Reference to North East India”  Organized by Department of Political Science, Pub Kamrup College & Pub Kamrup College Library, in collaboration with ABILAC, Assam on 18^th & 19^th November, 2022. Title of the paper: Socio-Economic Status of Older Women and Gender Disparities with Special Reference to Assam.

8.     National Seminar On “Indian Knowledge System: Traditions & Its Relevance” Organized by Sipajhar College Teachers’ Unit (SCTU), Sipajhar College, in collaboration with Assam College Principals’ Council ( ACPC, Darrang, Sonitpur & Biswanath Zone) and Assam Physical Society ( APS) on 15^th & 16^th November, 2024. Title of the paper: Vedic Culture and Indian Knowledge System.

Conference:

1.     Participated Two days Online International Conference on “Rethinking About Women`s Empowerment in Society & Literature” Organized by Department of Bengali, Sindri College, Sindri, Dhanbad, Jharkhand in collaboration with Bijni College, Bijni, Assam on 28^th and 29^th January, 2022.

FDP:

1.     Online FDP on Essentials of Modern Efficient Teaching Practices in Higher Education, Organized by Smt. N. N. C .Arts, Commerce & Science College Kusumba, Dhule (M.S) from 11^th  November to 21^st  November, 2021.

2.     OFDP on Higher Education in the 21^st Century in Light of National Education Policy 2020 organized by E&ICT Academy IIT Guwahati. From 7^th March to 12^th March, 2022.

3.     Weeklong online FDP on ‘Assessment and Evolution’’ organized by Teaching Learning Centre, Tezpur University, from 26^th September to 30^th September, 2022.

4.     Online Weeklong FDP on “Indian Education System: History, Transformation And Future, Organized by Darrang-Udalguri Zone, ACTA in collaboration with Anundaram Borooah Institute of Language, Art & Culture, Assam, India, Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardeva Welfare Trust, Assam, India & R. C. Saharia Teachers’ Training College. Tangla, from 23^th October to 29^th October, 2024.

STC:

1.     UGC- Approved Short Term Professional Development Programme on “Implementation of NEP-2020 for University and College Teachers” Under Pandit Madan Mohan Malaviya National Mission on Teachers and Teaching held from 12-20 June, 2023.

2.     Short Term Course on “NEP Orientation & Sensitization” Programme under Malaviya Mission Teacher Training Programme (MM-TTP) of the University Grants Commission (UGC) organized by MMTTC, Tezpure University from 04/06/24 to 13/06/24.

Workshop:

1.     ACTA sponsored National Workshop on Challenges and Prospect of FYUGP In Assam: A Pathway to Nation Building organized by Udalguri College, Udalguri in collaboration with Darrang- Udalguri Zone (ACTA) in association with IQAC Udalguri College, Udalguri on 13^th November 2024.

2.     Financial literacy program Kona Kona Shikha organized by National Institute of security Market (NISM) on 12^th February 2025.

Webinar: National: 05                     International: 01

Contribution to corporate life and Management of the Institution:

1.     Assistant Confidential Officer for B.A. Part III Final Examination, 2011.

2.     Teacher Member for B.A. Part I, II & III Final Exam, 2012.

3.     Assistant Confidential Officer  for  B.A 3rd Semester  Exam, 2013

4.     Assistant Confidential Officer  for  B.A 6^th  Semester  Exam, 2018

5.     Assistant Confidential Officer for  B.A 2^nd d Semester  Exam, 2022

6.     Confidential Officer for B.A 1^st, 2^nd, 3^rd, 4^th, 5^th and 6^th Semester  Exam,session 2024-25.

7.     Teacher Member, IQAC 2021

8.     Convener, Women`s Cell

9.     Polling officer Election Students Union

10.  Professor-in-charge (Girls Common Room)

11.  Supervising the team of participants to take part in G.U. Inter College Youth Festival, 2021-2022 (East Zone)

Departmental Level:

1.     Head of The Department

2.     Guide, Educational excursion, and field study

3.     Supervisor, Dissertation B.A 6^th semester

Contribution to society:

1.     Counting Supervisor for Counting of votes, Panchayat Election 2018

2.     Officer In-charge, Postal Ballot Paper Cell, M.P. Election 2019

3.     Officer In-charge for collection of Form 17 C, Presiding Officers Diary, Assembly   Election, 2021.

Profile:

Name of the faculty                  : Dr. Manoj Kumar Sarma

Designation                               : Assistant Professor

Date of joining                           : 12/08/2002

M.phil                                        : From Vinayaka Missions University, Tamilnadu in    2010

Ph.d                                           : From Singhania University, Rajasthan in 2016 

Area of interest                          : Religion

Profile:

Dr. Ajit Kumar Sarma

Email: ajitkr.sarma15@gmail.com

Contact No- 9854758448

Village+ PO: Lakshimpur

PS: Mangaldai

PIN: 784525

M.Phil: From Vinayaka Missions University, Salem, Tamilnadu in 2010. Title-The role of Temples and shrines in attaining religious, spiritual, moral and philosophical aspect with special reference to undivided Darrang district.

Ph.D: From Singhania University, Rajasthan in 2016 Title-“ The Concept of Human Values In Nastika School of Indian Philosophy”.

SLET: 2013

Publication e.g, Journal/ Book

Sarma, A. K, “Value of life and Nastika Philosophy” Indian Journal of Social-science and Sciences, ISSN: 2231-2447, Vol-1, Number-2, 2^nd Edition, 2011.

Sarma, A. K, “The Problem of Value Degradation in Present Society” Indian Journal of Social-science and Sciences, ISSN: 2231-2447, Vol-3, Issue 1, 5th Edition, 2013

Sarma, A. K, “Indian Values and its relevance in present Society” Manavayatan, ISSN-2249-0612, Vol-1, Number-1, 2011.

Sarma, A. K, “Importance of Dharma or Duty in present Society” Ajanta (Peer Reviewed Referred and UGC listed Journal) Impact Factor-5.5, Vol-VIII, Issue-II, 2019.

Sarma, A. K, “The Concept of Human Value in Indian Materialism” Keledoscope, ISBN: e-978-81-938937-4-6, Printed Edition: 978-81-938937-3-9, UGC-HRDC, GU, 2019. 

Seminar attended: 

1.     I.C.P.R Sponsored National Seminar on “Social   Concerns in Indian Philosophy” held at Cotton College, Guwahati, in 2010. Title of paper: The concept of Purusartha in classical Indian Philosophy.

2.     U.G.C. Sponsored National Seminar on “Millennium Development Goals on Education” held at Tihu College, Tihu, Nalbary, Assam, in 2011. Title of paper: Impact of MDG’S in Elimination of Gender Disparity in Kalaigaon Constituency.

3.     U.G.C. Sponsored National Seminar on “Role of Globalization on Traditional Assamese Culture” held at Dhing College, Nagaon, Assam, in 2011. Title of paper: Bishwayanar Pratyahban aru Darrangar Paribeswyakala Ojapali.

4.     U.G.C. Sponsored National Seminar on “Socio-Economic Forces in the Post War Assamese Novel” held at Rangapara College, Rangapara, Sonitpur, Assam, in 2011. Title of paper: Yoddharttar Yogar Assamia Upanyasat Janajatia Jivanar Pratiphalan.

5.     Participated U.G.C. Sponsored National Seminar on “Trafficking in Women in and from North- East” held at L.O.K.D. College, Dhekiajuli, Sonitpur, Assam, in 2011.

6.     Participated I.C.H.R. Sponsored National Seminar on “Mapping Ethnographies in Assam and the Role of Identity Politics” held at Lalit Chandra Bharali College, Maligaon, Guwahati, in 2011.

7.     UGC Sponsored National Seminar on “Women Empowerment: Issues and Challenges”, organised by Department of Economics, Mangaldai College, Darranag, held in 11^th & 12^th September, 2015. Title of Paper: Study of socio-Economical status of women under Lakshimpur GaonPpanchayat, Darrang, Assam.

8.     UGC Sponsored National Seminar on “Human Values and Creative Literature” organized by, Department of Assamese, Khoirabari College, Khoirabari, Udalguri, BTAD (Assam) Held in 23^rd and 24^th April, 2016. Title of the paper:  Human Value and contemporary society.

9.     ICSSR (NERC) Sponsored National Seminar on status of women in the north-east India and its issues challenges and strategies for empowerment organized by department of Economics & English Batadraba  sri sri Sankardev College, Nagaon held in 27^th & 28^th June, 2022. Title of paper: women empowerment and role of SHG- a study with special reference to Lakshimpur Gaon Panchayat, Darrang.

10.  ICSSR Sponsored National Seminar on “Gender Equity and Women Empowerment with Special Reference to North East India” organized by Department of Political Science, Pubkumrup College and Pub-kumrup College Library, in collaboration with ABILAC, Assam on 18^th & 19^th November, 2022. Title of Paper- Women Empowerment and Role of SHG- a study with special reference to Burhinagar Gaon Panchayat, Darrang, Assam.

11.  National Seminar on Indian Knowledge System: Traditions & Its Relevance from 15th & 16th November, 2024, Sipajhar College Teachers' Unit (SCTU), Sipajhar College In Collaboration with University of Science and Technology, Meghalaya (USTM), Assam College Principals' Council (ACPC, Darrang, Sonitpur & Biswanath Zone) and Assam Physical Society (APS) In association with IQAC, Sipajhar College Title of Paper: Universal Human Values and the Indian Knowledge system; Insight from Indian Nyaya Philosophy

12.  National Seminar on Uttor Purbansolor Loksanskriti Aaru Loksanskritibid Dr. Nobin Chondra Sharma from 6^th and 7^th December, 2024: Mangaldai College, Mangaldai, Title of the paper: Folk Culture of the Temple and Shrines: A study with Reference to Darrang District

13.  ICHR Sponsored Two Days National on Exploring Unsung Heroines of Colonial and Post Colonial Period of India with special reference to North Eastern Region, Organized by: Department of Economics & History, Batadraba Sri Sri Sankardev College, Batadraba Nagaon: Assam, In Collaboration with: Mahapurusha Srimanta Sankaradeva Viswavidyalaya, Nagaon Assam & Juria College, Juria: Nagaon Assam held from 3^rd & 4^th  April, 2025, Title of Paper: Women’s Leadership in the Non-cooperation Movement in the Brahmaputra Valley

Workshop:

1.     Participating in the One Day Online Workshop Conducted by Dipan Chandra Nath Library, Mayang Anchalik College on the Topic Understanding E-Resources and it’s use in Academic and Research Work Held on 09 July 2021.

2.     UGC-sponsored NEP-2020 workshop on educational framework for global citizenship in HE’ held on 22 June, 2022 in the online mode organized by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad.

3.     UGC-sponsored NEP-2020 workshop on educational framework for global citizenship in HE’ held on 23 June, 2022 in the online mode organized by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad.

4.     UGC-sponsored NEP-2020 workshop on educational framework for global citizenship in HE’ held on 24 June, 2022 in the online mode organized by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad.

5.     UGC-sponsored NEP-2020 workshop on educational framework for global citizenship in HE’ held on 25 June, 2022 in the online mode organized by Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad.

6.     Participated in "One-Day Workshop" on "New Education Policy" Conducted by ICT Academy on 28 Nov 2022 Hosted by Chatia College Biswanath, Assam, 78417

Webinar: International: 02    / National: 09             

Facultu development/ Professional Development/ Training Programmes:

1.      “Use of ICT Tools for Classroom Teaching” Organized by Electronics & ICT Academy IIT Guwahati in association with Mangaldai College, 12-17 November, 2018.

2.     UGC Sponsored Orientation Programme (OP-120), HRDC, Gauhati University held from 31^st July to 2oth August, 2019

3.     One-week online Faculty development programme on “Moodle Learning Management System” Organized by Mangaldai College, offered by the Spoken Tutorial Project, IIT Bombay, 16-20 July, 2020

4.     One Week online FDP on “Agricultural and Rural Marketing in India” organized by Department of Commerce, DIBRUGARH UNIVERSITY, DIBRUGARH, ASSAM UNDER UGC, SAP (DRS-I) Commenced from 20th July, 2020

5.     UGC Sponsored online Refresher Course, HRDC, Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, held from 1^st January to 15^th January, 2021.

6.     One-week online faculty development programme on “understanding NAAC DVV, Quantitative & Qualitative Metrics to Prepare SSR” organized by Sitaram Arya Memorial College of Education, Haryana from 01^st March to 07^th March ,2022.

7.     One-week online Faculty Development Programme on “Teaching-Learning and Evaluation in Higher Education" organised by Sibsagar College, Sibsagar from 09h March to 15^th March, 2022.

8.     Weeklong online FDP on ‘Assessment and Evolution’’ organised by Teaching Learning Centre, Tezpur University from 26^th September, 2022 to 30^th September, 2022.

9.     Online Weeklong FDP on Academic Writing and Publication from 01 - 07 November 2022 Organized by Teaching Learning Centre (TLC), Tezpur University In association with Sibsagar Girls' College, Sivasagar & Duliajan College, Dibrugarh.

10.  ONLINE WEEKLONG FACULTY DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM on INDIAN EDUCATION SYSTEM: HISTORY, TRANSFORMATION AND FUTURE, held on 23th-29th October, 2024, Organized by DARRANG-UDALGURI ZONE, ACTA, In collaboration with, Anundaram Borooah Institute of Language, Art & Culture, Assam, India Mahapurush Srimanta Sankardeva Welfare Trust, Assam India & R. C. Saharia Teachers' Training College, Tangla

11.   10 DAYS ONLINE CAPACITY BUILDING PROGRAM (CBP) ON "RESEARCH METHODOLOGY FOR SOCIAL SCIENCES" (2 Credits) sponsored by Indian Council of Social Science Research (ICSSR), Western Regional Center, Mumbai, Organised.by-Department of Commerce and Economics in association with IQAC, INDRAYANI SHIKSHAN SANSTHA'S ARTS, COMMERCE & SCIENCE COLLEGE, Maharashtra, India, held from 7^th to 16^th

Profile:

Name of the faculty        : Nilima Baruah

Designation                     : Assistant Professor

 Date of Joining                : 20/05/2010

Area of interest                : Logic

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Name of The Programme

World Philosophy Day

Venue

College Premises

Date

2024-11-21

Major Objectives

Objective:
The primary objective of observing World Philosophy Day was to inspire students to engage with philosophical thought and develop critical and reflective discourse. The event aimed to highlight the relevance of philosophy in addressing contemporary issues and fostering intellectual growth among students.

Resource Persons/Faculty Involved/Coordinator

Nature Of Perticipation

Activities Carried out / Detail Description of the Programme

REPORT
Title: Celebration of World Philosophy Day
Date of Observation: 21^st November, 2024
Time: 11:00 a.m. onwards

Resource Persons:

1.    Dr. Gitali Kalita, Principal, Deomornoi Degree College

2.    Mohibul Islam, HoD, Department of English, Deomornoi Degree College

Objective:
The primary objective of observing World Philosophy Day was to inspire students to engage with philosophical thought and develop critical and reflective discourse. The event aimed to highlight the relevance of philosophy in addressing contemporary issues and fostering intellectual growth among students.

Participants:
A total of 77 individuals participated in the event, including the resource persons, faculty members, students, and office staff.

Programme Description:

On the 21st of November 2024, the Department of Philosophy, in collaboration with the Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) of Deomornoi Degree College, celebrated World Philosophy Day with great enthusiasm and reverence.

The programme commenced with the ceremonial lighting of an earthen lamp by Dr. Manoj Kumar Sarma, HoD, Department of Philosophy. This was followed by the formal inauguration of the event by Dr. Gitali Kalita, Principal of the college. In her address, Dr. Kalita elaborated on the significance of World Philosophy Day, especially in today’s context where philosophical reflection is essential for bridging societal divides and promoting ethical values.

The highlight of the event was a special lecture delivered by Mr. Mohibul Islam, HoD of the English Department. He spoke on the theme of World Philosophy Day 2024, “Philosophy: Bridging Social Gaps”, offering a compelling narrative on how philosophical thinking can contribute to social cohesion, understanding, and justice.

 

Further enriching the programme, IQAC Coordinator Mr. Ajit Kumar Sarma shared his thoughts on the philosophical aspects of education and their impact on quality assurance in higher learning. Student representative Ms. Dikshita Kashyap also presented an insightful speech, expressing how philosophy influences youth perspectives and shapes a more inclusive worldview.

The event concluded with a vote of thanks delivered by Ms. Nilima Baruah, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy. She expressed her gratitude to all the guests, participants, and organizers for their valuable contributions to the success of the event.

Quiz Competition:

Following the lecture session, an open quiz competition was organized for the students. The competition was conducted by Mr. Mainul Hoque, Assistant Professor, Department of Political Science, who served as the quiz master. The quiz tested students’ knowledge of philosophy, logic, and prominent thinkers. More than 60 students were participated in this competition.

The winners of the quiz competition were as follows:

• 1st Prize: Chayanika Deka
• 2nd Prize: Pullakesh Sarma
• 3rd Prize: Janki Kalita

The event was a resounding success and served as a platform for students and faculty to explore the depth and relevance of philosophy in today’s world. It also fostered a spirit of inquiry, dialogue, and intellectual engagement among the attendees.

 

 

 

Dr. Manoj Kumar Sarma

HoD

Department of Philosophy

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Programme Schedule

Name of The Programme

Faculty Exchange Programme

Venue

Deomornoi Degree College , Department of Philosophy

Date

2023-03-30

Major Objectives

Objectives:             To enhance academic excellence among students of Philosophy department.

                              To orientate the learners with new study environment and learn cross cultural aspects.

Resource Persons/Faculty Involved/Coordinator

Nature Of Perticipation

Activities Carried out / Detail Description of the Programme

 

Report

Faculty Exchange Programme

Department of Philosophy, Deomornoi Degree College

&

Department of Philosophy, Mangaldai College

Venue: Deomornoi Degree College

Date: 30^th March, 2023

 

Faculty Name:       Nabajyoti Doley, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Mangaldai College

Objectives:             To enhance academic excellence among students of Philosophy department.

                              To orientate the learners with new study environment and learn cross cultural aspects.

Nos. Students present:     41

Description of the programme:

On 30^th March, 2023 Department of philosophy, Deomornoi Degree College organized a one-day faculty exchange programme under MoU signed between Deomornoi Degree College and Mangaldai College. In this programme Nabajyoti Doley, Assistant Professor, Department of Philosophy, Mangaldai College was present as the faculty and he delivered a class among students of 2^nd, 4^th & 6^th semester jointly on the topic Philosophy and Religion.

The students were immensely benefited from his lecture as he discussed various aspects related to the topic in new dimension. His lecture was highly motivational which captured the attention of the learners. Hence keeping in view, the success of the programme the department of philosophy as well as the other departments were greatly inspired to organized such teacher exchange programme in future.

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Programme Schedule

Name of The Programme

World Philosophy Day 2022

Venue

Students Union Hall

Date

2022-11-27

Major Objectives

Objective: The purpose of observing the World Philosophy Day is to inspire the students to learn about philosophy and develop their philosophical discourse.

 

Resource Persons/Faculty Involved/Coordinator

Nature Of Perticipation

Activities Carried out / Detail Description of the Programme

REPORT

Title: Celebration of World Philosophy Day

Date of Observation: 17^th November,2022

 

Time: 11.00 a.m onwards

Resource Persons:

1.    Mohibul Islam HoD, Department of English, Deomornoi Degree College.

2.    Ramen Ch. Lahkar, Assistant Professor, Deptt. of Economics, Deomornoi Degree College

3.    Dr. Nripendra deka, Assistant Professor, Department of Education. Deomornoi Degree College

Objective: The purpose of observing the World Philosophy Day is to inspire the students to learn about philosophy and develop their philosophical discourse.

 

Participant’s: Altogether 42 participants including Resource person, Teachers, Students and office Staff attended the programme.

Description about the Programme:

On 27^th of November 2022 Department of Philosophy in collaboration with IQAC, Deomornoi Degree College celebrate World Philosophy Day with Grate favour. The programme was started with lighting an earthen lamp lightens by HoD Department of Philosophy, Miss. Dipika Devi. Mohibul Islam, HoD Department of English Inaugurating the programme deliberately explained the significance of the world Philosophy Day in the present scenario. Assistant professor Ramen Chandra Lahkar attend the programme as the special lecturer and he deliver a lecture on the theme of world philosophy day-2022- ‘The human of the Future’.  Dr. Nripendra Deka, Assistant Professor, Department of Education was also present this programme and present a talk on the importance of philosophical teaching in human life. The Programme was anchored by IQAC coordinator Ajit Kumar Sarma. The programme finally come to an end with the vote of thanks offered by Manoj Kr. Sarma.

 

 

Dipika Devi

HoD

Department of Philosophy

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Programme Schedule

Programme schedule world Philosophy Day 2022.pdf