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The department of History established in 1961-62. History belongs to the past and the department has been and is motivating the students to explore the historical events and historical references of the past. History is closely associated to language and social sciences too and it makes people aware of the development and upheavals of all the sectors in a society and cultures. Therefore, historical knowledge is essential not only for teaching –learning process but on every walk of like. The prime aim of the department is to shape a mind-set of the students to excavate the past and the ancient history. History strives to develop human values among students by throwing light on historical persons and their deeds. Thus, the department makes the students to look at history as a source of human values. In short, the department attempts to include physical fitness and moral values through the teaching of history.

The department has an enriched tradition of eminent personalities and faculty members whose contribution to the department can’t be ignored.

Br. Balasaheb Khardekar :

The founder member of SPM and the first principal of Br. Balasaheb Khardekar College, Hon. Prin. Br. Balasaheb Khardekar himself was the lover of history. His habit of reading especially, historical books made him one of the well-read personalities and the great orator of India.

Appasaheb Jadhav :

Prof. Appasaheb Jadhav also contributed to the department by handling his responsibilities carefully. He too contributed honestly to maintain the enriched tradition of the department.

C. P. Kurne:

Dr. C. P. Kurne, Head, Dept. of History of G.K.G. College, Kolhapur transferred to Br. B. K. College, Vengurla who also sincerely served his duties towards the departmental work and activities. He also takes efforts to develop the strength of the department by adapting various innovative practices in the department.

M. K. Pawar:

Prof. M. K. Pawar who was transferred from G. K. G. College, Kolhapur also tried his best to enrich the tradition of the department.

V.A.Dewoolkar:

Currently Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar is working as a Head of the department. He also serves his duties sincerely towards the departmental work and activities. He too takes efforts to develop the strength of the department by adapting various innovative practices in the department. This department was established to make the students historically aware about the historical facts in the human society in general and Indian society in particular

This department was established to make the students historically aware about the Historical facts in the human society in general and Indian Society in particular Dr. V. A. Dewoolkar of this department is Ex. Programme Officer of N.S.S. Department in Br. B. K. College, Vengurla.

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

To make awareness among the students about Historical Land Marks.
To create Interest in students about, International, National as well as Local History.
To arrange visit to the various places and to know the importance of historical event, information document etc.
To encourage the students about writing History.
To inspire the students for Historical research work.

ACADEMIC PLANNING

Sr. No	Month	Activity
1	June	Admission, Welcome function
2	July	Bridge course, Syllabus discussion.
3	Aug	One day tour for field work.
4	Sept	Field work
5	Oct	Open Book Test, Remedial coaching
6	Nov	Quiz competition, Group Discussion.
7	Dec	Guest lectures, Syllabus follow up.
8	Jan	Result and syllabus discussion
9	Feb	Syllabus discussion
10	Mar	Syllabus discussion
11	Apr	B.A-I, B.A-II, B.A-III Exams.
12	May	Summer vacation

PAPERS AND SYLLABUS TAUGHT

(B.A.-I, II, III Integrated Course)

HISTORY SYLLABUS

Sr. No.	Class	History Paper	Title	Name Of The Teacher
2019-20
1	B.A I	Semi-I Paper-I	HISTORY OF MODERN INDIA [1857-1947]	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
2	B.A I	Semi-II Paper-I	HISTORY OF MODERN INDIA-SOCIETY & ECONOMY	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
3	B.A II	Semi-III Paper-II	LANDMARKS IN WORLD HISTORY[1300 A.D-1945 A.D]	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
4	B.A II	Semi-IV Paper-II	LANDMARKS IN WORLD HISTORY[1300 A.D-1945 A.D]	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
5	B.A II	Semi-III Paper-III	ANCIENT INDIA FROM EARLIEST TIMES TO 1000 A.D.	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
6	B.A II	Semi-IV Paper-III	ANCIENT INDIA FROM EARLIEST TIMES TO 1000 A.D.	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
7	B.A III	Semi-V Paper-IV	HISTORY OF MEDIEVAL INDIA [1000 CE-1526 CE]	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
8	B.A III	Sem-V Paper-V	HISTORY OF MODERN MAHARASHTRA[1818 CE-1960CE]	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
9	B.A III	Sem –V Paper-VI	INTRODUCTION TO ARCHAEOLOGY	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
10	B.A. III	Semi-VI Paper-IV	HISTORY OF MEDIEVAL INDIA[1526 CE-1707 CE ]	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
11	B.A. III	Semi-VI Paper-V	HISTORY OF CONTEMPORARY INDIA [1947 CE- 2000 CE ]	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar
12	B.A. III	Semi-VI Paper-VI	INTRODUCTION TO MUSEOLOGY & ARCHIVAL SCIENCE	Dr.V.A.Dewoolkar

Dr. V. A. Dewoolkar

Asso. Professor

STRENGTH OF THE STUDENTS

Class/Year	2015-16	2016-17	2017-18	2018-19	2019-20
B.A. 1	55	31	18	32	28
B.A. II	13	17	18	22	28
B.A. III	14	09	09	06	08
Total	82	57	45	60	64

RESULT AND STATISTICS

B.A. – III (HISTORY)

CLASS/YEAR	GRADE	2015-16	2016-17	2017-18	2018-19	2019-20
B.A. III	O	00	00	00	00	00
	A	04	02	04	01	02
	B	04	02	03	02	06
	C	01	03	01	01	00
	D	00	00	00	00	00
	FAIL	05	02	01	02	00
	TOTAL	14	09	09	06	08