Gujarat Vidyapith was founded by Mahatma Gandhi on
18th October, 1920. It has been deemed university since 1963

Academics

Social Science

Established in 1968 with the support of the UGC, the Department of Gandhian Studies aims to explore the multifaceted dimensions of Gandhian thought, conduct research, and provide an intellectual foundation for extension activities. From 1968 to 2016, we offered an M.A. (Correspondence) Course in Gandhian Thought, and since 2016, we have introduced a Regular M.A. in Gandhian Studies.

Additionally, we launched an International Course titled "Gandhian Non-violence: Theory and Application" in 2011, which has attracted 91 students from 21countries. Our department also offers Ph.D. programs, with 20 students having completed their Ph.D. and 60 students earning their M.Phil in Gandhian Thought from India and abroad since its establishment

PG Programme

Intake: 30

Eligibility: Graduate in any discipline with 50 percent marks

Duration: Two Year ( 4 semester) as per NEP

Course Credit: 20 Credits Per semester

Total Credit: 80

Prof. Premanand Mishra
Prof. Premanand Mishra (HOD & Professor)
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  • Achievements & Awards received by Faculty of the department
  • Peace Messenger Award in 1987
  • Ambassador for Peace Award in 2009
  • Ambassador for Peace Award by International Peace Research Association (IPRA), 2018
  • Creator of Peace Ambassador Award by International Peace Research Association in 2018
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