The Department of History of Government College (A), Rajahmundry on 28-03-
2026 organized a guest lecture on “Principles and Techniques of Archaeology” under
the guidance of the Head of the Department, Dr. B. Anjani Kumari. The session was
delivered by Assistant Director K. Timmaraju, an expert in the field of archaeology.
The lecture focused on introducing students to the fundamental principles of
archaeology and the various scientific techniques used in excavation, preservation, and
interpretation of historical artifacts. All the students of First ,Second Year and final year
participated in the program. The session was interactive and informative, encouraging
students to the resource person explained methods such as stratigraphy, carbon dating,
surveying, and excavation procedures with practical examples.
Faculty members including P. Tulasi Kumari , K. Prasad and K.Krishna actively
participated in the session. The lecture was interactive, allowing students to ask
questions and gain deeper insights into archaeological practices and their relevance to
historical research.
Organizer(s):
Department OF HistoryHOD and Faculty
Outcome:
• Students gained a clear understanding of archaeological principles and
techniques
• Enhanced interest among students towards fieldwork and research in
archaeology
• Improved awareness about the importance of preserving historical monuments
and artifacts
• Strengthened analytical skills in interpreting historical evidence
• Encouraged studentsto explore career opportunitiesin archaeology and heritage
management
Feedback:
The guest lecture on “Principles and Techniques of Archaeology” received very
positive feedback from both students and faculty members. Participants found the
session highly informative, engaging, and relevant to their academic curriculum.
Students appreciated the clear explanation of archaeological methods such as
excavation techniques, stratigraphy, and dating methods. The practical examples shared
by the resource person helped them understand the subject in a better way.
Faculty members expressed that the lecture added value to classroom teaching and
helped bridge the gap between theory and practice. The interactive nature of the session
encouraged active participation and curiosity among students.
Overall, the program was well-organized and successfully achieved its objectives.
Participants suggested conducting more such guest lectures and field-oriented sessions
in the future.
