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B.A. (Political Science)

Study the foundations and dynamics of political systems, governance, and public policy. Gain analytical skills to critically assess power structures, institutions, and political change.

Key Information

Eligibility

  • 10+2 with English as one of the main subjects.
  • Or 10+2 with English as one of the main subjects along with vocational subjects.

Duration

3 Years

Programme Code

BUA101

Course Type

Bachelor Degree

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Curriculum

Semester - I

Sr. No. Paper Title of Paper Course Code Credits
1 DSC Major Paper I Indian Political System BUANPOLMJ-101 4
(*The credits of papers like M2, M3,OE, IKS,SEC, VEC & AEC offered by other Departments will also be added making a total of 22 credits for the student of Combination-II with Political Science Major)

Course Outcomes (CO)

Course Code Title of Course Course Outcome
BUANPOLMJ101 Indian Political System-I CO1: The learners will understand the basic structure of Indian Constitution.
CO2: The learners will understand and evaluate the basic theories of Political Science.
CO3: The learners will understand the approaches in Political Science.
CO4: The learners will be aware of political systems.

Semester - II

Sr. No. Paper Title of Paper Course Code Credits
1 DSC Major Paper I Indian Political System BUANPOLMJ-201 4
(*The credits of papers like M2, M3,OE, IKS,SEC, VEC & AEC offered by other Departments will also be added making a total of 22 credits for the student of Combination-II with Political Science Major)

Course Outcomes (CO)

Course Code Title of Course Course Outcome
BUANPOLMJ-201 Political Process in India CO1: The learners will understand the political process in India.
CO2: The learners will understand and evaluate impact of social dynamics on Indian politics.
CO3: The learners will understand the nature of political party system in India.
CO4: The learners will be aware of national security issues. in India.
BUANPOLOE-202 Basics in Indian Constitution and Government CO1: The learners will understand the basics of Indian Constitution.
CO2: The learners will develop an understanding of the constitutional values and spirit.
CO3: The learners will understand the fundamental rights and duties of the Indian Citizens.
CO4: The learners will be guided about the questions related to Indian Constitution and Governance in UPSC and MPSC exams.

Semester - III

Sr. No. Paper Title of Paper Course Code Credits
1 DSC Major Paper I Political Theory BUANPOLMJ-301 4
2 DSC Major Paper II Public Administration BUANPOLMJ302 4
3 DSC Minor Paper III Rural Local Self Government in India Rural Local Self Government in India 4
4 VSC-Vocational Specific Course Political Journalism BUANPOLVSC-304 2
5 CEP Community Engagement Program BUANPOLCEP-305 2
Total Credits offered by the Dept. of Political Science *16
(*The credits of papers like AEC, OE, CC offered by other Departments will also be added making a total of 22 credits for the student of Political Science Major)

Course Outcomes (CO)

Course Code Title of Course Course Outcome
BUANPOLMJ-301
(DSC Major Paper I) 		Political Theory CO1: Understand the basic traditional and contemporary political theories.
CO2: Develop the foundation of conceptual base to the study of politics.
CO3: Understand the basic political values like Liberty, Equality, Justice and Fraternity.
CO4: Develop critical and analytical thinking and this paves a way for further research in political theory and values.
BUANPOLMJ402
(DSC Major Paper II) 		Public Administration CO1: Evaluate the relationship between Government and Administration.
CO2: Learn the key concepts in Public Administration.
CO3: Develop the awareness about the changing nature of Public Administration.
CO4: Understand the applicable and relatable theories of Public Administration.
BUANPOLMN-303
(DSC Minor) 		Rural Local Self Government in India CO1: Understand the Local Self Governance in the Rural areas of the nation.
CO2: Learn about the challenges faced by the Rural Administration in implementing various policies and programs in the rural areas.
CO3: Evaluate the contemporary issues in Rural Administration.
CO4: Examine the various Development Schemes in the Rural areas.
BUANPOLVSC-304 Political Journalism CO1: Understand the fundamentals of Political Journalism.
CO2: Analyze the Political Systems and Institutions.
CO3: Develop Skills in Political Reporting.
CO4: Explore the ethical concerns in Political Journalism.
BUANPOLCEP-305 CEP CO1: The students will be able to apply theoretical knowledge to practical contexts.
CO2: Innovation and practical problem- solving skills amongst the students.
CO3: The students will gain real world knowledge and experience from the field.
CO4: To prepare career readiness and imbibe lifelong learning skills amongst the students.

Semester - IV

Sr. No. Paper Title of Paper Course Code Credits
1 DSC Major Paper I Political Values and Ideologies BUANPOLMJ-401 4
2 DSC Major Paper II Indian Administration BUANPOLMJ402 4
3 DSC Minor Paper III Urban Local Self Government in India BUANPOLMN-403 4
4 SEC- Skill Enhancement Course Skills in Foreign Policy Making and Diplomacy BUANPOLSEC-404 2
5 Open Elective (For students of Science and Commerce) E-Governance in India E-Governance in India 2
6 Field Project Field Project BUANPOLFP-406 2
Total Credits offered by Dept. of Political Science *18
(*The credits of papers like AEC,CC offered by other Departments will also be added making a total of 22 credits for the student of Political Science Major)

Course Outcomes (CO)

Course Code Title of Course Course Outcome
BUANPOLMJ-401
(DSC Major Paper I) 		Political Values and Ideologies CO1: The learners will understand the concept of Rights and analyze its theories and types.
CO2: The learners will understand and evaluate the basic political values.
CO3: The learners will understand the theories of democracy and evaluate the conditions for the successful working of democracy.
CO4: The learners will be aware of the political ideologies and will evaluate them.
BUANPOLMJ402
(DSC Major Paper II) 		Indian Administration CO1: The learners will know about the basic features of Indian Administration, its evolution and constitutional context as well as the District Administration.
CO2: The learners will get a first hand knowledge about the recruitment and training policy of the government related to UPSC and MPSC.
CO3: The learners will analyze and evaluate the budgetary process in india.
CO4: The learners will analyze the issue of corruption by the civil servants and will know the measures taken by the Government to solve this problem.
BUANPOLMN-403
(DSC Minor) 		Urban Local Self Government in India CO1: The learners will know and understand the concept of Democratic Decentralization.
CO2: The learners will understand the structure of the Urban Local Self Government.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand the urban development schemes related to water and sanitation.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyza and evaluate the contemporary issues related to Migration and Urban Governance and Transportation.
BUANPOLSEC-404 Skills in Foreign Policy and Diplomacy CO1: To create an awareness amongst the students about the use of ICT by the Government of India and make them understand the Digital initiatives taken by the Govt. in the nation.
CO2: To motivate the students to make use of the digital services provided by the Govt.
CO3: To encourage the students to find solutions to the issues involved in E-Governance like Cyber Crime, Digital Divide etc.
CO4: To develop awareness about E-Governance related laws in India.
BUANPOLOE-405 E-Governance in India CO1: To create an awareness amongst the students about the use of ICT by the Government of India and make them understand the Digital initiatives taken by the Govt. in the nation.
CO2: To motivate the students to make use of the digital services provided by the Govt.
CO3: To encourage the students to find solutions to the issues involved in E-Governance like Cyber Crime, Digital Divide etc.
CO4: To develop awareness about E-Governance related laws in India.
BUANPOLFP-406 Field Project CO1: To provide hands-on experience in political processes, governance, and public administration.
CO2: To bridge the gap between academic concepts and their practical application in real-world political settings.
CO3: To develop professional skills in research, analysis, communication, and leadership.
CO4: To enhance understanding of political institutions, electoral systems, and public policy-making through immersive learning.

Semester - V

Sr. No. Paper Title of Paper Course Code Credits
1 Major - I World Politics BUANPOLMJ-501 4
2 Major-II Western Political Thought BUANPOLMJ-502 4
3 Major-III Political Sociology-I BUANPOLMJ-503 2
4 Minor International Politics BUANPOLMN-504 4
5 Elective Political Process in Modern Maharashtra BUANPOLE-505 4
6 VSC-Vocational Specific Course Professional Ethics in Politics BUANPOLVSC-506 2
7 FP/CEP Field Project BUANPOLFP-507 2
Total Credits 22

Course Outcomes (CO)

Course Code Title of Course Course Outcome
BUANPOLMJ-501
(Major - I) 		World Politics CO1: The learner will be able to Understand the relevance of the study of International Relations and International Politics in the contemporary globalized world. The learner will develop the ability to understand and evaluate the issues related to world politics.
CO2: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the changing ideas of conflict, peace,national security and human security. The learner will be able to analyze the peace building measures in international politics.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand the importance of peace.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyse contemporary issues in world politics and evaluate the need for global governance.
BUANPOLMJ502
(Major - II) 		Western Political Thought CO1: The learner will know the ideas of thinkers like Machiavelli and John Locke about the State and the role of the Prince and the Social Contract theory of the state.
CO2: The learner will be able to evaluate the difference between Justice and Distributive Justice as well as will be able to understand the basic concept of Liberty.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the political thoughts of Karl Marx and Gramsci.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyse political thought on Feminism and Multiculturalism.
BUANPOLMJ-503
(Major-III) 		Political Sociology-I CO1: The learner will be able to Understand the various appraches to the study of Political Sociology.
CO2: The learner will be able to develop the basic understanding related to concepts like Power, Hegemony and Legitimacy and to know their impact on the society.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the parameters of social stratification like Elite Class, Caste and Gender.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyze and evaluate the importance of political culture, socialization and participation.
BUANPOLMN-504 International Politics CO1: The learner will be able to Understand the relevance of the study of International Relations and International Politics in the contemporary globalized world. The learner will develop the ability to understand and evaluate the issues related to world politics.
CO2: The learner will be able to Understand the key concepts in politics.
CO3: The learner will be able to analyze the peace building measures in international politics.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyse contemporary issues in world politics and evaluate the need for global governance.
BUANPOLE-505 Political Process in Maharashtra CO1: The learner will be able to develop an idea on the nature of the history of maharashtra and will know about the contributions of the marathi speaking leaders in India's freedom movement and social reform movement.
CO2: The learner will be able to analyze and evaluate the issue of regional imbalance in maharashtra and the lacunae's involved in the implementation of measures related to the same.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand the functions of Vidhan Sabha, Vidhan Parishad, Chief Minister, Governor, council of Ministers, High Court and Subordinate Courts in Maharashtra.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyse the impact of different caste groups on the politics of Maharashtra.
BUANPOLVSC-506 Professional Ethics in Politics CO1: To understand the importance of ethics in political decision-making and leadership.
CO2: To critically examine ethical dilemmas faced by politicians and public officials.
CO3: To explore frameworks for ethical decision-making in governance and politics.
CO4: To encourage the development of personal ethical standards for political and public life.
BUANPOLFP-507 Field Project CO1: The students will be able to apply theoretical knowledge to practical contexts.
CO2: Innovation and practical problem solving skills amongst the students.
CO3: The students will gain real world knowledge and experience from the field.
CO4: To prepare career readiness and imbibe lifelong learning skills amongst the students.

Semester - VI

Sr. No. Paper Title of Paper Course Code Credits
1 Major - I India in World Politics BUANPOLMJ-601 4
2 Major-II Indian Political Thought BUANPOLMJ-602 4
3 Major-III Political Sociology-II BUANPOLMJ-603 2
4 Minor Foreign Policy of India BUANPOLMN-604 4
5 Elective Determinants of Politics of Modern Maharashtra BUANPOLE-605 4
6 OJT OJT BUANPOLOJT-606 4
Total Credits 22

Course Outcomes (CO)

Course Code Title of Course Course Outcome
BUSNPOLMJ-601
(Major - I) 		India in World Politics CO1: The learner will be able to Understand the difference between Foreign Policy and Diplomacy and would also evaluate the factors determining India's Foreign Policy.
CO2: The learner will be able to have a good understanding of India's foreign relations with the major powers and would also be able to evaluate the interactions between India and these nations.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the changing equations of India's relations with its neighbours and SAARC.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyse India's role in the United Nations and ASEAN.
BUSNPOLMJ602
(Major - II) 		Indian Political Thought CO1: The learner will be able to Understand the relevance of the study of Ranade and Gandhi on the concept of State.
CO2: The learner will be able to analyze the thoughts of Tagore and Tilak on Nationalism.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the difference between Rational and Radical Reforms through the ideas of Phule and Ambedkar.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyse the socialistic view point of Jawaharlal Nehru and Sripad Amrut Dange.
BUSNPOLMJ-603
(Major-III) 		Political Sociology-II CO1: The learner will be able to Understand the various appraches to the study of Political Sociology.
CO2: The learner will be able to develop the basic understanding related to concepts like Power, Hegemony and Legitimacy and to know their impact on the society.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the Weberian approach to political sociology.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyze and evaluate the importance of political culture, socialization and participation.
BUSNPOLMN-604 Foreign Policy of India CO1: The learner will be able to Understand the difference between Foreign Policy and Diplomacy and wouldalso evaluate the factors determining India's Foreign Policy.
CO2: The learner will be able to have a good understanding of India's foreign relations with the major powers and would also be able to evaluate the interactions between India and these nations.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the changing equations of India's relations with its neighbours and SAARC.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyse India's role in the United Nations and ASEAN.
BUSNPOLE-605 Determinants of Politics of Maharashtra CO1: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the role of the business sector, co-operative sector in Maharashtra. The learner would be able to analyze the land issues in Maharashtra.
CO2: The learner would be able to analyze, evaluate and understand the role of various national and regional parties in the State Politics of Maharashtra.
CO3: The learner will be able to Understand and evaluate the contemporary issues faced by the Tribals and Farmers in Maharashtra.
CO4: The learner will be able to analyse civil society initiatives in Maharashtra , the Right to Information Movement and the initiatives related to the protection of Environment.
BUSNPOLOJT-606 On-Job Training CO1: To provide hands-on experience in political processes, governance, and public administration.
CO2: To bridge the gap between academic concepts and their practical application in real-world political settings.
CO3: To develop professional skills in research, analysis, communication, and leadership.
CO4: To enhance understanding of political institutions, electoral systems, and public policymaking through immersive learning.

Expert Faculty

Mrs. Priti Sawale

Mrs. Priti Sawale

HOD - Political Science
Assistant Professor
Political Science
Dr. Megha Devle

Dr. Megha Devle

Assistant Professor
Political Science

Program Outcome (PO)

PO-1 : Knowledge

The Bachelor of Arts Program creates an interest for the languages, social sciences and humanities amongst the students.

To develop the ability for qualitative and quantitative, objective and rational, skeptical and unbiased approach amongst the students.

Upon completion of this program, students will stand eligible for post-graduate program in Law, Education, Languages, Social Sciences, Social Services and a multitude of other programs, thereby adding to the educated and skilled workforce of the society.

The students are encouraged to inculcate professional skills and reconcile their leadership attributes.

To enable the students to identify the established value system and develop some core values for the evolution of moral dimensions.

To enhance digital learning capabilities of the students and increase the student’s proficiency in the use of digital tools and technologies

To provide education that promotes sustainability within a diversity of culture, eco-system and resources.

Programme Specific Outcomes (PSO)

PSO1 : Nation Building

Inculcate the spirit of Nation building and will always strive towards attaining higher levels of excellence in life as taught by the Constitution of India.

Generate and practice the ideals and values of Good Citizenship, Tolerance, Human Rights, Social Justice and will realize the importance of Universalism and establishing a just and egalitarian society.

Develop the scientific skills of social research, the spirit of inquiry and reform as practised by the Indian and Western Political Thinkers.

Understand the principles, theories and contemporary trends related to Public Administration, in general and Indian Administration, in particular.

Understand and follow changes in the pattern of political behaviour, political process, ideologies, and structures of Political Institutions.

Evaluate the national, the State and international events through the discussions and debates about current socio-political and economic issues faced by India and the world.

Critically analyse and develop the thought process to understand the design, development, phases, role, and significance.

Develop interests in the study of Political Science and activities relating to Real Politic.

Programme Objectives

  • Provide a strong foundation in political theory, political institutions, public administration, governance, and international relations.
  • Develop critical thinking and analytical skills to understand political processes, public policies, constitutional values, and contemporary socio-political issues.
  • Familiarize students with the Indian political system and democratic institutions while fostering awareness of citizens' rights, duties, and responsibilities.
  • Promote ethical leadership and democratic values by encouraging constitutional morality, social justice, equality, and responsible citizenship.
  • Enhance research, communication, and policy analysis skills through projects, fieldwork, presentations, and experiential learning.
  • Bridge theory with practice by providing exposure to government organizations, public institutions, NGOs, political processes, and community engagement through internships and On-the-Job Training (OJT).
  • Prepare students for higher education and diverse career opportunities in civil services, public administration, law, politics, journalism, international relations, research, public policy, and the development sector.
  • Encourage lifelong learning and active participation in democratic governance, public affairs, and nation-building.

Career Options

  • IAS, IPS, IFS
  • State Services (MPSC, etc.)
  • Lawyer (after LLB)
  • Legal Advisor
  • Corporate Law
  • Political Journalist
  • News Analyst
  • Anchor / Reporter
  • Policy Analyst
  • Research Associate
  • Political Consultant
  • Political Campaign Manager
  • Speech Writer
  • Social Media Strategist (Political Branding)

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