PURUSHOTHAMAN D. Professor
- UMISARC - Centre for South Asian Studies
- School of Social Sciences & International Studies
- purushothaman.sas@gmail.com
Academic Activity
Educational Qualification (UG,PG & Higher Order)
| S.No | Degree | Subject/Title of thesis | University/Board | Year of Passing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Ph.D | Political Science-"Indo -US Relations during Clinton Administration:From Estrangement to Engagement" | Pondicherry University | 2005 |
| 2 | M.Phil. | Defence & Strategic Studies | University of Madras | 2000 |
| 3 | M.A. | Politics & International Relations | Pondicherry University | 1999 |
| 4 | B.A. | Defence & Strategic Studies | University of Madras | 1997 |
Area of Specializaion
Awards / Prizes Conferred
| S.No | Name / Title of the Award | Type | Name of the Agency conferred the Award | Year of the Award | Amount for Cash Award |
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Teaching Experience
| S.No | Designation | Department/Centre | Institution |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lecturer-UGC Contractual Appointment | Centre for South & South East Asian Studies | University of Madras |
| 2 | Lecturer | Political Science | Government Arts College, Ponneri, Tamil Nadu |
| 3 | Lecturer | Centre for South Asian Studies | Pondicherry University |
| 4 | Associate Professor | Centre for South Asian Studies | Pondicherry University |
| 5 | Professor | Centre for South Asian Studies | Pondicherry University |
Research Experience
| S.No | Designation | Department/Centre | Institution | Area of Research |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Assistant Professor | Centre for South Asian Studies | Pondicherry University | Indian Parliament & Foreign Policy |
| 2 | Assistant Professor | Centre for South Asian Studies | Pondicherry University | Scheduled Caste Education in Puducherry |
Industry Experience
| S.No | Designation | Company/Corporate | Nature of Work |
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Contribution towards Innovation
| S.No | Name of the Work/Contribution | Specialization | Remarks |
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Patent Details
| S.No | Title | Status | Patent Number | Year of Award | Type | Commercialized Status |
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Papers Published in UGC Approved Journals
| S.No | Title | Name of the Authors as per the order in Paper | Journal Name | Volume, Issue & Page Nos. | Year | Impact Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Constructing a Cyber Governance Framework for Secure Digital Access | D.Purushothaman & Mr.Ayadoure Srinivasane Stalin | Indian Journal of Politics & International Relations(IJPAIR-MG University, Kerala) | Vol.14, No.2, pp. 128-142, ISSN 0973-5011 | 2021 | 1.6 |
| 2 | "Parental Involvement in Education of Children : A Comparison Across Scheduled and Non-Scheduled Caste Households in Puducherry” | D.Purushothaman | Social Science Perspectives, Kerala-Thiruvanthapuram, | vol.11, April-June , pp.107-126 , ISSN 0975-5497) | 2019 | 2.6 |
| 3 | India and South China Sea : Initiation of QUAD | D.Purushothaman | Shanlax International Journal of Arts, Science & Humanities | vol.5, no.4, pp.454-458, ISSN:2321-788X | 2018 | 2.114 |
| 4 | Best Practices of ICT for Development in South Asia : A Study on Karnataka's Bhoomi Project in Land Administration | D.Purushothaman | Shanlax International Journal of Arts, Science & Humanities | vol.5, no.3, pp.310-317, ISSN:2321-788X | 2018 | 2.114 |
| 5 | “The 2016 Electoral Verdict Elections in Puducherry” | D.Purushothaman | Social Science Perspectives, Kerala-Thiruvanthapuram | vol.8, July-September & October-December, pp.358-366, ISSN 0975-5497) | 2016 | 2.6 |
| 6 | “Socio- Cultural factors in India and Nepal Relations: An Overview”, | D.Purushothaman | South Asian Affairs, A Journal of the Centre for SAARC Studies, Andhra University, Visakapattanam, | vol.8, n0.1&2 January-December, ISSN-0974-1860 | 2015 | 3 |
| 7 | Nuclear Disarmament in 21st Century : "The Relevance of Nehruvian Approach' | D.Purushothaman | Kashi Journal of Social Sciences, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, | vol.3, no.2, December 2013 –May(ISSN 2249-037x) | 2014 | 2.6 |
| 8 | “Puducherry Elections : An Assessment” | D.Purushothaman | Social Science Perspectives, Kerala-Thiruvanthapuram | Dec-January (ISSN 0975-5497) | 2012 | 2.5 |
| 9 | “Corruption in South Asia: With Special Reference to India” | D.Purushothaman | Holistic Thought, Kollam, Kerala, ISSN 0975-363 X). | vol.11, no.1 & 2, January-December, ISSN 0975-363 X).ISSN 0975-363 X). | 2012 | 2.6 |
| 10 | “Nepal from Monarchy to Democracy: Challenges and Prospects”, | D.Purushothaman | South Asian Studies, Jaipur-University of Rajasthan Publisher, | vol.47, no.1, January-June, .( ISSN 0038-285-I) | 2012 | 3 |
Papers Published in Non UGC Approved Peer Reviewed Journals
| S.No | Title | Name of the Authors as per the order in Paper | Journal Name | Volume, Issue & Page Nos. | Year | Impact Factor |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | “Discourse on the River Teesta Role in Indo-Bangla Relations : Anxiety & the way forward” | D.Purushothaman & Ayyadurai Stalin | Bangladesh Political Science Review (BPSR), Dhaka, | vol.16, no.1, June | 2024 | ISSN 1609-7289, impact factor:2.069 |
| 2 | A Study on the Historical Development of Hydro Diplomacy in South Asia | Ayushee & D.Purushothaman | Electronic Journal of Social & Startegic Studies (EJSSS) | vol.4, Number 2, August-September ISSN (online) : 25829645 | 2023 | Prefix No 10.47362 |
| 3 | Forum for India Pacific Islands Cooperation : strengthening Long Term strategies | D.Purushothaman | South Asian Journal of Socio-Political Studies(SAJOSPS) | vol.21, No.2, pp.35-39, January-June, ISSN 0972-4613 | 2021 | 3.2 |
| 4 | Constructing a Cyber Governance Framework for Secure Digital Access | D.Purushothaman & Mr.Ayadoure Srinivasane Stalin | Indian Journal of politics & International Relations(IJPAIR-MG University, Kerala) | Vol.14, No.2, pp. 128-142, ISSN 0973-5011 | 2021 | 1.6 |
| 5 | China's Policy Towards Sri Lanka : Implications for India | D.Purushothaman | International Journal of All Research Education & Scientific Methods | vol.8, Issue 10, October, ISSN: 2455-6211 | 2020 | 1.2 |
| 6 | “State, Nationality and Political Elites: The Politics of nationalism in Myanmar”, | Mr.Abuyusuf & Dr.D.Purushothaman | Bangladesh Institute of International & Strategic Studies(BISS), Bangladesh-Dhaka, | vol.40, No-3, , pp.227-248. (ISSN 10109536). | 2019 | 1.4 |
Papers Published in Conference Proceedings
| S.No | Title | Name of the Authors as per the order in Paper | Details of Conference Publication | Page Nos. | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | “Impact of Globalisation on Women Workers in India” | D.Purushothaman | Guru Nanak Journal of Multidisciplinary Research, Chennai, Guru Nanak College Publisher, (ISSN:2277-1409) | vol.2, no.1, pp | 2013 |
Books
| S.No | Title of the Book | Name of the Authors as per the order in Book | Publisher | Year | ISBN No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Indo-US Relations from Estrangement to Engagement | D.Purushothaman | Kaveri Publisher, New Delhi | 2017 | 978-81-7479-197-9 |
Chapters in Books
| S.No | Title of the Chapters | Name of the Authors | Title of the Book | Publisher | Year | ISBN No. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | “India's Water Security: The Case of Brahmaputra - Opportunities and Challenges” | D. Purushothaman and Thasnim Kalam | Transboundary Water Security in South Asia: Strategies for Cooperation and Competition | Organisation for China and Asia (ORCA) & Co-Publication with Nepal Institute for International Cooperation and Engagement (NIICE), New Delhi | 2024 | ORCA, New Delhi, Special Edition |
| 2 | India-Nepal Relations : Focus on Labour Migration | D.Purushothaman & Dr.Smapati Doss | India in the New World Order | Atlantic Publishers, New Delhi | 2019 | ISBN 978-81-269-3037-1 |
| 3 | River Water Agreements between India and Nepal: A Journey from Confrontation to co-operation | D.Purushothaman | India-Nepal Relations: Issues in Cooperation and Consolidation | G.B. Books Publishers and Distributors, New Delhi | 2017 | ISBN 978-93-83930-67-8 |
| 4 | River Water Sharing between India and Nepal: Implications of Climate Change | D.Purushothaman | Water Resources Cooperation between India and Nepal | KW Publishers, New Delhi | 2016 | ISBN 978-93-83649-87-7 |
| 5 | India’s Look East Policy with Special Reference to BIMSTEC | D.Purushothaman | Towards an Enduring India-ASEAN Partnership: Imperatives for the third Decade | Centre for South and Southeast Asian Studies, University of Madras | 2013 | ISBN:978-93-83071-03-6 |
| 6 | Indo-Canadian Approach to Cosmopolitanism in the Era of Globalisation | D.Purushothaman | Canadian Studies in India, | Arise Publishers & Distributors, New Delhi | 2012 | ISBN:978-93-81031-97-1 |
| 7 | Confidence Building Measures in South Asia: A Special Reference to India and Pakistan | D.Purushothaman | Good Governance and Sustainable Development | Political Science and Public Administration Wing, DDE, Annamalai ,University, Chidambaram, Tamilnadu | 2012 | ISBN:978-93-81992-10-4 |
| 8 | “Continuity and Changes in India’s Foreign Policy: A Case of India’s 123 Agreement with US” | D.Purushothaman | India’s Foreign Policy: Continuity and Changes | New Century Publications | 2010 | ISBN: 978-81-7708-243-2 |
Edited Books
| S.No | Title of the Book | Name of the Authors as per the order in Book | Publisher | Year | ISBN No. |
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Ongoing Projects
| S.No | Title of the Project | Sponsored By | Period | Sanctioned Amount(Rs. Lakh) | Year |
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Ongoing Consultancy Works
| S.No | Title of the Consultancy Work | Sponsored By | Period | Sanctioned Amount(Rs. Lakh) | Year |
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Completed Projects
| S.No | Title of the Project | Sponsored By | Period | Sanctioned Amount(Rs. Lakh) | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Scheduled Caste Education in Puducherry : Attainment and Challenges” | ICSSR, New Delhi -Commissioned Project | 2012-2015 | Rs.13,25, 000 | 2015 |
| 2 | Parliament in the Making of India’s Foreign Policy: A Case of India’s US Policy since the 1990’s” | UGC-Major Research Project, New Delhi | 2011-2014 | Rs. 3,84,500 | 2014 |
Completed Consultancy Works
| S.No | Title of the Consultancy Work | Sponsored By | Period | Sanctioned Amount(Rs. Lakh) | Year |
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Career Guidance Offered to students
| S.No | Name of the Scheme | No. of Students | Competitive Examinations/ Career Counseling | No. of Students Passed | No. of Students Placed |
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List of capability enhancement such as Soft skill development, Remedial coaching, Language lab,
Bridge courses, Yoga, Meditation, Personal Counselling and Mentoring etc.,
| S.No | Name of the Programme/Scheme | Date of Implementation | No. of Students Enrolled | Agencies Involved |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Blood Donation Camp arranged in UMISARC | 15-10-2019 | 50 | JIMPER-Blood Bank |
Research Guidance - PG
| S.No | Year | Degree | No. of Students Awarded | Department/Centre |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 2023 | M.A. | 3 | Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 2 | 2022 | M.A. | 3 | Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 3 | 2021 | M.A. | 8 | Centre for South Asian Studies & DPIS |
| 4 | 2020 | M.A. | 5 | UMISARC,Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 5 | 2018 | M.A. | 4 | UMISARC, Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 6 | 2017 | M.A. | 5 | UMISARC, Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 7 | 2016 | M.A. | 3 | UMISARC, Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 8 | 2015 | M.A. | 1 | UMISARC, Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 9 | 2014 | M.A. | 2 | UMISARC, Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 10 | 2013 | M.A. | 3 | UMISARC, Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 11 | 2012 | M.A. | 3 | UMISARC, Centre for South Asian Studies |
| 12 | 2011 | M.A. | 1 | UMISARC, Centre for South Asian Studies |
Research Guidance - Ph.D
| S.No | Student Name | Registration Date | Registration No. | Thesis Title | Thesis Submitted Status | Thesis Submitted Date | Vivavoce Completed Status | Date Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | SHIVARAJU C D | 03-10-2013 | 1300150007 | Role of E-Governance in Land Administration of Bhutan: Reality, Trends, Prospects and Challenges (2000-2018) | YES | 31-03-2022 | YES | 15-09-2022 |
| 2 | Ramakanta Mallik | 09-09-2011 | R27180 | indo-US Relations During George Walker Bush Administration | YES | 03-03-2018 | YES | 20-03-2020 |
| 3 | Samapti Das Mohapatra | 19-07-2013 | R33271 | Social status of nepali women migrants in India : with special Reference to Domestic Workers in South Delhi | YES | 21-12-2017 | YES | 18-09-2019 |
| 4 | Susangit Kujur | 17-08-2011 | NA | Role of Indian Parliament in Formulations of India's Nuclear Policy during 1990-2010 | YES | 04-04-2019 | YES | 10-09-2019 |
| 5 | Layaslalu M | 13-09-2011 | R27608 | A Critical Study of Non-military Confidence Building Measures betweenIndia and Pakistan during NDA-I (1999-2004) and UPA-I (2004-2009) Regims | YES | 13-07-2018 | YES | 23-04-2019 |
| 6 | D.Sendhilkumar | 17-08-2011 | R26009 | India’s Role in Afghanistan Reconstruction Policy Since 2001-2010: A Critical Study | YES | 16-09-2016 | YES | 05-07-2017 |
| 7 | Tapas Kumar Sahu | 01-01-2022 | 2100150004 | Broad Area-Inter linking of rivers in India | NO | NO | ||
| 8 | Rohini Reenum | 08-01-2022 | 2100150002 | Broad Area-Water Cooperation in South Asia | NO | NO | ||
| 9 | Naresh Kumar Behera | 07-01-2022 | 2100150001 | Broad Area-Water Cooperation in South Asia | NO | NO | ||
| 10 | MASOTWUNG NGALUNG | 13-08-2019 | 1900150006 | India's Act East policy | NO | NO | ||
| 11 | AYUSHEE CHOUDHARY | 13-08-2019 | 1900150005 | Climate change | NO | NO | ||
| 12 | HARI YADAV G | 09-08-2019 | 1900150004 | Impact of China's Geopolitical Influence on Indo-Srilanka Relations (1999-2019) | NO | NO | ||
| 13 | THASNIM KALAM | 14-03-2023 | 2200150003 | River Water Diplomacy | NO | NO |
Research Guidance - Post Doctoral
| S.No | Scholar Name | Designation | Funding Agency | Fellowship Title | Year of Joining | Year of Completion |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dr. Sumith Kumar | Post-Doctoral Fellowship | ICSSR, New Delhi | The US, India & the Free & Open Indo-Pacific Startegy: Imperative, Challenges & Propspects | 23-12-2019 | 06-09-2023 |
Financial assistance availed to attend conferences / workshops and to pay membership fee
of professional bodies during the year
| S.No | Conference/ workshop attended for which financial support provided | Professional body for which membership fee is provided | Amount of Support | Place | From Date | To Date | Year |
|---|
E-Lecture Details
| S.No | E-Lecture Title | Development of e-content/e-learning/delivering | Member of Editorial Bodies | Reviewer/Referee of | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Content/Module Title | Institution/Platform | Year | Weblink | ||||
Details of Online Education Conducted
| S.No | Nature of Online Course | No. of Sessions | Target Group | Date |
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Invited Talks in Conference/Seminar/Workshop/Training Programme
| S.No | Title of the Paper | Conferences/Seminar/Workshop/Training Programme | Organized by | Whether International / National / State / Regional / College or University Level | From | To | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | “ India’s Stand on Indus Water Treaty: Balancing National Water Security and Regional Cooperatio | International Conference on India’s Foreign Policy under Modi 3.o : Challenges and Oppurtunities | Department of Political Science, Delhi University, Delhi | International Conference | 09-01-2025 | 10-01-2025 | 2025 |
| 2 | “Rivers as Cultural and Economic Lifelines : Indigenous Knowledge for Sustainable Development” | Indian Knowledge Traditions and Sustainable Connectivity Vision : South and South East Asia as Conduit for Regional Integration and Development | Department of International Relations | International Conference | 19-03-2025 | 20-03-2025 | 2025 |
| 3 | Himalayan River Water Management in South Asia | Special Lecture | Department of Political science Periyar Arts Government College, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu | State Level | 27-03-2024 | 27-03-2024 | 2024 |
| 4 | “Relevance of River Water Sharing in South Asia”, | Special Lecture | Department of Political Science & Public Administration, Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu | State level | 09-08-2023 | 09-08-2023 | 2023 |
| 5 | Transnational Sharing of River Water in Indian Subcontinent : Issues and Opportunities | Special Lecture | Department of Political Science & Public Governance, Gandhigram Rural University, Dindugal, Tamil Na | State level | 16-02-2023 | 16-02-2023 | 2023 |
| 6 | Hydro Diplomacy and Water Security in South Asia With Special Reference to Nepal | Hydro-Diplomacy: An Approach to Regional Cooperation in South Asia | The Asia Foundation, New Delhi & Pondicherry University | National Seminar | 15-09-2023 | 17-09-2023 | 2023 |
| 7 | Gender Based Violence and Corporate Sector | Women in Decision Making Roles in the Corporate World | Department of Commerce, Pondicherry University Community College | National Seminar | 19-10-2023 | 20-10-2023 | 2023 |
| 8 | China Dominance on the Brahaputra River : Implications for India's Water Security | Security, Identity & Global Governance : India and the World | Interdisciplinary Institute of Human Security & Governance, UN-ESCAP & CFFL- JNU Convention Centre, | International Conference | 16-11-2023 | 17-11-2023 | 2023 |
| 9 | Relavance of Water Security in South Asia Confrontation from Cooperation | Special Lecture | SRM, Chennai | National | 02-11-2021 | 02-11-2021 | 2021 |
| 10 | Forum for India Pacific Islands Cooperation : Strengthening Long Term Stategies through Soft Power D | India in the Indo-Pacific Interests, Challenges and Prospects | Dept.of Politics & International Relations, Central University of Jharkand, Ranchi | International Webinar | 14-10-2020 | 15-10-2020 | 2020 |
| 11 | India and South Asia | Special lecture -Workshop | Dept.of.Political Science & Development Administration, Gandhigram Rural Institute, Gandhigram | National | 22-01-2020 | 22-01-2020 | 2020 |
| 12 | Climate Change and Transboundary River: A Study on Indus River Basin | Issues RElating to Transboundary River Water Sharing in South Asia | UMISARC & Centre for South Asian Studies, Pondicherry University | International Seminar | 20-02-2020 | 21-02-2020 | 2020 |
| 13 | India and Nepal Relations during Covid 19 : Oppurtunities and Challenges | National Security Imperatives vis-a-vis Corona Ramifications | Dept.of.Defence & Startegic Studies and Research Centre, Guru Nanak College(Autonomous), Chennai | National Webinar | 15-07-2020 | 16-07-2020 | 2020 |
| 14 | Human Rights under Covid Pandemic | Workshop | Department of Political science, KUmaraguru College of Arts and Science, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu | State level | 10-12-2020 | 10-12-2020 | 2020 |
| 15 | India's Nuclear Policy | Special lecture | Dept. of. Political science,Cuddalore Govt.arts College | College level | 03-09-2018 | 03-09-2019 | 2019 |
| 16 | “Climate Change and Migration in ASEAN Region : A Study” | India’s Migrants to South East Asia : Issues and Concerns, | Centre for South and Southeast Asian Studies, University of Madras, Chennai-5 | National Seminar | 15-02-2019 | 15-02-2019 | 2019 |
| 17 | “Issues in Transgender Community : A Study” | “Emerging Trends & Issues in the Status of Transgender Community” | Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, | International Seminar | 23-08-2018 | 25-08-2018 | 2018 |
| 18 | Research Publication and Anti-Plagiarism | Work Shop for Newly Recruited Faculty | Dept.of.English & Foreign Languag, Alagappa University, Karaikudi, Tamilnadues in Association with C | National | 14-09-2017 | 14-09-2018 | 2017 |
| 19 | “SAARC & Climate Change : A Solution from Vedic Perspectives” | Three Decades of SAARC : A Critical Appraisal | UGC Centre for SAARC Studies, Andhara University, Visakhapatnam | International Seminar | 30-04-2017 | 01-05-2017 | 2017 |
| 20 | Research Publication and Anti-Plagiarism | Workshop for Young Faculty | Alagappa University, Tamil Nadu | National | 14-10-2017 | 14-10-2017 | 2017 |
| 21 | “Global Warming and its Impact on Indian Coastal Security: A Study” | Coastal Security Challenges and Response | by PG Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, Voorhees College, Vellore, Tamil Nadu | Regional Seminar | 09-10-2017 | 09-10-2017 | 2017 |
| 22 | , “Statelessness and Refugee influx in South Asia with special reference to Sri Lankan Refugees” | Statelessness and citizenship | Centre for statelessness and Refugee studies, school of Law, Rights and Constitutional Governance, t | International Conference | 29-11-2017 | 30-11-2017 | 2017 |
| 23 | “Status of Women in Indian Society during Pre-independence Era” | New Feminist Writings : Emancipation to Representation | Department of English, Pondicherry University | International Seminar | 16-03-2017 | 17-03-2017 | 2017 |
| 24 | “India and Nepal Relations : Problems and Consequences” | Neighbourhood First Policy: Accomplishments and Imperatives | Department of Defence and Strategic Studies, University of Madras, Chennai-5 | National Seminar | 10-03-2017 | 10-03-2017 | 2017 |
| 25 | , “Climate Change and Himalayan River water System: A special Reference to Nepal” | Environmental Security and Sustainable Development in South Asia | UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asia Regional Cooperation, UGC Centre for South Asian Stud | International Seminar | 19-10-2016 | 21-10-2016 | 2016 |
| 26 | “Gender Inequality in South Asia: Problems and Prospects”, | “Natural Disaster and Women: A Gendered Perspective” | Department of Sociology, Pondicherry University | National Conference | 06-10-2016 | 07-10-2016 | 2016 |
| 27 | “Gender Inequality in India: A Study” | “Violence Against Women : Unearthing Strategies to Combat” | Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu | National Seminar | 30-09-2016 | 01-10-2016 | 2016 |
| 28 | “India’s Nuclear Policy under NDA-I and II : Continuity and Changes” | Nuclear Energy, Non-Proliferation and Disarmament : Policy Options for the NDA Government | VPN, Centre for International Studies, Mumbai, | National Seminar | 29-03-2016 | 31-03-2016 | 2016 |
| 29 | “SAARC and Climate Change : Visualise the Future” | Human security in South Asia : Emerging Trends and Challenges | UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asia Regional Cooperation, UGC Centre for South Asian Stud | International Workshop | 16-03-2016 | 18-03-2016 | 2016 |
| 30 | “Indian Culture and Impact on South Asian Society : A Study” | Multicultural India : Inclusiveness and New Humanities | Department of English, University of Pondicherry and University of Madras, Chennai, | International Seminar | 22-02-2016 | 23-02-2016 | 2016 |
| 31 | “Socio-Cultural Links in India and Nepal Relations: An Assessment” | Neighbourhood Initiatives of the Modi Government: Challenges and Road Ahead | UGC Centre for Southern Asia Studies, Pondicherry University | National Seminar | 20-04-2015 | 22-04-2015 | 2015 |
| 32 | “Ancient Indian Tradition as a Solution for Global Warming : A Study” | 56th All India Political Science Conference on Re-inventing Politics in India | Department of Political science, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, UP | National Conference | 25-10-2015 | 27-10-2015 | 2015 |
| 33 | “Cultural Influence on Corruption: An Analytical Study” | Financial Administration in India : Emerging Issues and Challenges | Department of Public Administration, Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras, Chennai- | National Seminar | 19-12-2014 | 19-12-2014 | 2014 |
| 34 | “Management of Maritime Environment between India and Sri lanka over Issues of Global Warming-A St | Maritime Security: Unlocking India’s Great Power Partnerships | association of Asia Scholars and Southern Asia Studies, Pondicherry University, | International Relations Conference 2014 | 08-12-2014 | 10-12-2014 | 2014 |
| 35 | “Thiruvalluvar Contribution to Development of Diplomacy: An Analysis” | The Relevance of Thirukural in the Era of Globalization | Department of Politics & International Studies and Subramania Bharathi School of Tamil, Pondicherry | National Seminar | 20-03-2014 | 22-03-2014 | 2014 |
| 36 | Refugees Rights as Human Rights from South Asian Perspective | a Special Address for Prelude IPSA Conference | Periyar Arts College, Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu, | National | 01-08-2014 | 01-08-2014 | 2014 |
| 37 | Youth Culture in South Asian States: An Appraisal | Special Lecture | Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Sriperumbudur, Chennai | International | 19-09-2013 | 21-09-2013 | 2013 |
| 38 | “Role of Parliament in the Making of India’s Foreign Policy : A Case of US Policy Towards Kashmi | Parliamentary Democracy and Good Governance in India | Institute of Parliamentary Affairs & Sree Narayana College, Kollam, Kerala, | National Seminar | 17-01-2013 | 18-01-2013 | 2013 |
| 39 | “River Water Sharing in South Asia : A Boon for Peace and Devlelopment” | Greater Connectivity and Regional Integration in South Asia, | UMISARC, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry, India | International Conference | 14-02-2013 | 16-02-2013 | 2013 |
| 40 | , “Internal Factors Leading to Bhutan’s Move Towards an Independent Foreign Policy: Implications | Internal Transition in Southern Asia: Implications for India | UGC, Centre for Southern Asia Studies, Pondicherry University, Pondicherry | International Conference | 11-03-2013 | 13-03-2013 | 2013 |
| 41 | “Strategic Partnership : Reaching the Zenith: 2001-2008” | Indo-US Cooperation ; A Defining Partnership of 21st Century | Centre for Southern Asia Studies, Pondicherry University | International Seminar | 07-11-2013 | 08-11-2013 | 2013 |
| 42 | “River Water Sharing between India and Nepal ; From Confrontation to cooperation” | Re-imagining Global Orders :Perspectives from the South | Convention Centre, Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, | Annual International Studies Convention 2013 | 10-12-2013 | 12-12-2013 | 2013 |
| 43 | “India’s Look East Policy with special Reference to BIMSTEC” | Towards an Enduring India-ASEAN Partnership: Imperatives for the Third Decade, | Centre for South and Southeast Asian Studies, University of Madras, Chennai | National Seminar | 08-03-2013 | 09-03-2013 | 2013 |
| 44 | Status of International Studies in India | Invited talks-Globalisation and International Relations-Impact on Humanities-National Seminar | Sri Subbaraya & Narayana College, Narasaraopet, Andhra Pradesh | National | 31-01-2012 | 31-01-2012 | 2012 |
| 45 | “India’s Strategic Engagement of Sri Lanka : Perspectives and Prospects” | Sri Lanka after LTTE ; Implications for India”, | Madanjeet Sing Institute of South Asia Regional Cooperation, Pondicherry University, | International Conference | 16-02-2012 | 17-02-2012 | 2012 |
| 46 | “Impact of Globalisation on Indian Women: A Critical Evaluation” | Empowerment of Women in the Era of Globalisation | Centre for Women Studies-Pondicherry University, National Commission for Women and Indian Council | National Seminar | 14-12-2012 | 15-12-2012 | 2012 |
| 47 | “Confidence Building Measures in South Asia: A Special Reference to India and Pakistan” | “Good Governance and Sustainable Development” | Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu, | International Conference | 22-03-2012 | 23-03-2012 | 2012 |
| 48 | “Environmental Ethics in Ancient India ; An Appraisal”, | UGC Sponsored National Seminar on “Health, Environment and Human Rights”, | Annamalai University, Chidambaram, Tamil Nadu | National Conference | 28-02-2012 | 29-02-2012 | 2012 |
Conferences/Seminars Organized
| S.No | Title of the Programme | Sponsors | Venue & Duration | Whether International / National / State / Regional / College or University Level | From | To | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | “Hydro Politics between India and Nepal: Opportunities and Challenges” | The Asia Foundation, New Delhi | 3rd March, 2022, Pondicherry University | International Webinar | 03-03-2022 | 03-03-2022 | 2022 |
| 2 | Issues Relating to Transboundary River Water Sharing in South Asia | South Asia Foundation, New Delhi | UMISARC-Pondicherry University | International Seminar | 20-02-2020 | 21-02-2020 | 2020 |
| 3 | South Asia in 2020 ; Towards a Greater Unity and Interdependence | Madanjeet Sing Institute of South Asia Regional Cooperation, Pondicherry University, | 22nd , 23rd & 24th November, 2010 | International (Local Secretary) | 22-11-2010 | 23-11-2010 | 2010 |
Workshop Organized
| S.No | Title of the Programme | Sponsors | Venue & Duration | Whether International / National / State / Regional / College or University Level | From | To | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Building Curriculum on Hydro Diplomacy | The Asia Foundation, New Delhi | UMISARC | National | 24-07-2020 | 24-07-2020 | 2020 |
Administrative Responsibilities in the Government and Quasi Government Agencies
| S.No | Name of the Position | Agency/Organisation | Duration | Nature of Duties |
|---|
Affiliation in Academic Bodies/Societies
| S.No | Name of the Body/Society | Nature of Affiliation | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | School Board of Studies-School of Social Sciences & Inrenational Studies, Pondicherry University | Member( 2023-2026) | 2023 |
| 2 | Board of Studies Member in Defence Studies, Bharathiar University, Tamil Nadu | Member | 2022 |
| 3 | Board of Studies in South & Southeast Asian Studies | University of Madras | 2022 |
| 4 | Board of Studies in Political Science & Public Administration-Member | Annamalai University-(period 9/9/2020 to 9/9/2023) | 2020 |
| 5 | School Board of Studies | Member | 2020 |
| 6 | Centre for South Asian Studies, Pondicherry University | Chairperson-Board of Studies | 2019 |
| 7 | Centre for South Asian Studies, Pondicherry University | Member | 2015 |
| 8 | International Journal for South Asian Studies (IJSAS) | Pondicherry University | 2009 |
| 9 | Association for Canadian Studies(Life Member) | Canada | 2006 |
| 10 | South India American Studies Network (SIASN)(Life Member) | US Consulate, Chennai | 2001 |
Participation & Extension Activities (Academic/Administraion)
| S.No | Name of the Position (Head, Dean, Co-ordinator, Director, etc.,) | Duration | Nature of Dutites |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Centre Head, Centre for South Asian Studies | 3/5/2019 to 12/5/22 (Three years) | Headed the Centre |
| 2 | Centre Head, Unesco Madanjeet Singh Institute of South Asia Regional Cooperation | 3/5/2019 to 12/5/22 (Three years) | Headed the Institute |
Participation & Extension Activities (Co-Curricular)
| S.No | Name of the Position (NSS, NCC, Warden etc.,) | Duration | Nature of Dutites |
|---|
Collaboration with Institution/Industry
| S.No | Collaborator Name | Designation | Institution/Industry | Type | Nature of Collaboration | Period of Collaboration | Visits to Collaborating Institution / Industry |
Details of Collaborative Research/Teaching | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| From Date | To Date | From Date | To Date | |||||||
| 1 | D.Purushothaman | Associate Professor | The Asia Foundation, New Delhi | NATIONAL | Building Curriculum on Hydro Diplomacy | 15-05-2020 | 28-07-2020 | 15-07-2020 | 28-07-2020 | Building Curriculum for M.A. Programme on "Hydro Diplomacy" |
Faculty Development Programme Attended (Orientation, Refresher, other Short Term Course during the year)
| S.No | Title of the FDP | Organiser | Venue | Duration | From Date | To Date | Year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Short Term Course on " Capacity Building Programme" | Dept.of.Politics & International Studies, Pondicherry University, ICSSR, New Delhi | Pondicherry | 13 days | 20-05-2017 | 02-06-2017 | 2017 |
| 2 | Refresher Course- Human Rights | Academic Staff College, Pondicherry University, Sponsored by-UGC | Pondicherry | 21 days | 05-11-2014 | 25-11-2014 | 2014 |
| 3 | Refresher -Research Methodology | Academic Staff College, Pondicherry University sponsored by-UGC | Chennai-5 | 21 days | 16-05-2012 | 05-06-2012 | 2012 |
| 4 | Research Methodology | Academic Staff College, Pondicherry University, Sponsored by-UGC | Chennai-5 | Two Days | 02-02-2012 | 03-02-2012 | 2012 |
| 5 | Orientation | Academic Staff College, University of Madras, Sponsored by-UGC | Chennai-5 | 21 days | 26-12-2007 | 24-01-2007 | 2008 |
| 6 | Refresher Course - Politics & Public Administration | Academic Staff College, University of Madras, Sponsored by-UGC | Chennai-5 | 21 days | 15-11-2007 | 05-12-2007 | 2007 |
| 7 | Orientation | Academic Staff College, University of Madras, Sponsored by-UGC | Chennai-5 | One Month | 01-02-2006 | 28-02-2006 | 2006 |
| 8 | Research Methodology | Dept.of.Adult & Continiuing Education, University of Madras, Sponsored by UGC | Chennai-5 | six days | 31-07-2006 | 05-08-2006 | 2006 |
Details of Executive Development Prog/Management Development Prog. conducted
| S.No | Name of the Programme | No. of Participants | Venue | Duration | From Date | To Date | Year | Revenue Generated |
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Participation in IMPESS, IMPRINT, SPARC, STARS, LEAP Programme etc and DSF Funding Programme
| S.No | IMPRESS/IMPRINT/SPARC/STARS/LEAP/Others | Place | From Date | To Date | Year |
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Enrolment under ARPIT Programme
| S.No | Name of the Programme | Period of the Programme | |
|---|---|---|---|
| From Date | To Date | ||