CENTRE FOR GANDHIAN STUDIES

The Centre for Gandhian Studies was established with the motive of promoting Gandhian philosophy and values among students and staff of the College.

Objectives:

  1. To create awareness on Gandhian principles like Truth, Non-violence, Satyagraha, Ends and Means, Gram Swaraj, and Trusteeship etc.
  2. To educate on the importance of swadeshi and role of cottage and village industries in socio-economic development of the nation.
  3. To renunciate violence and follow the path of positive non-violence to reduce tensions.
  4. To contribute in the progress of villages towards self-sustainability
  5. To assess the relevance of Gandhian philosophy in today’s technological world and the role it can play in addressing some of the current issues.

Activities:

  1. Adopting villages in nearby Rajahmundry and promoting Gandhian values in these villages
  2. Educating young minds on Gandhian philosophy and the impact it can create in their transformation
  3. Arranging invited talks/lectures on Gandhian principles
  4. Celebrating October 2 every year to commemorate Gandhian teachings
  5. Promoting Khadi among students and faculty

Committee

S.No Name of the faculty Designation Role in the Committee
1 Sri K. Anjaneyulu Lecturer in Philosophy Convener
2 Sri Babjee Pothuraju Lecturer in Political Science Member
3 Dr. D.V. Nageswara Rao Lecturer in Economics Member
4 Smt. Ch. N. Rajeswari Lecturer in Telugu Member

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