Introduction

The Department of History of GGDC, Keshiary started its journey with its noble mission to impart quality higher education to the intended students in 2015. Since its very inception the department has been playing very active and important roles to foster love for History among the aspirants by a dedicated team of highly qualified faculty members who are dynamic and pro- students. The Department of History at present offers undergraduate programme in both B.A. (Hons) and B.A. (General) in History with a view to help the students know and appreciate the essence of social science, to acquaint them with contemporary trends in History.

About the Department

The Department of History, GGDC, Keshiary since its very inception in the remote area of West Medinipur amidst the backdrop of Shaldanga Jungle has been playing a very active and dynamic role to enlighten the students fostering in them a love for History. The objective of the Department of History is to make the students familiar with the contemporary trends in History. It aims at creating a holistic, analytical and critical perspective among the aspirants. Attention is also given to groom the critical faculty of the students by organising students’ seminars and presentations from time to time.

From the Desk of HOD

welcome to the Department of History, GGDC, Keshiary. We are delighted to have you in our family. Whether you are creative, curious, innovative or simply you- there is a place for you at the History Department. We are here to support you and help you excel throughout your journey at GGDC, Keshiary or beyond. Keshiary has rich tradition of local History which enables the students to understand the different dynamics and aspects of the subject. Our students are not only given insights into other cultures through curriculum but also they are given opportunity for creativity, self- expression and personal development through seminars, popular talks and publication of wall magazine time to time. We encourage our students to be out and out inquisitive and explore how the written word can help them communicate effectively and appropriately in a range of environments and discourses.