Ever since its beginning in 1920, Gujarat Vidyapith has remained committed to the study of philosophy, history and culture. Teaching and research in Indian languages had been included in the curriculum. At that time these subjects were taught in Gujarat Research Centre. It was re-named as Gujarat Archaeology Centre form 22nd December, 1920. Devoted Scholars such as, Munishree Jinavijayaji, Maulavi Abuzafar Nadvi, Harinarayana Acharya, Kakasaheb Kalelker, Ramchandra Aathavale, Bechardas Doshi, Rasiklal Parikh etc. devoted their attention in building up this Department. A tri-monthly Journal Puratattva - rchaeology was also published by this Department.
Since 1970, the Department continued constantly flourishing, having facilities in studies and research at M.A. and Ph.D. level as well as at M.Phil. level at a later stage in 1978. The Department has also started post M.A., Diploma course in Archival Studies in 1982.
From 1984 it has also introduced full-fledged M.Phil. course in Archival Science. The Archival Department of Gujarat State sends its representatives for in-service training since 1983. Department of History and Culture achieved DSA under the SAP of UGC for two terms as under:
The major thrust areas for the DSA were as under:
Intake: 30 (Reservation of seats for SC/ST/OBC/EWS as per the Govt. of India rules)
Eligibility: 12th Pass
Duration: 3 Years (6 Semesters)
Total Credit: 120
Intake: 30 (Reservation of seats for SC/ST/OBC/EWS as per the Govt. of India rules)
Eligibility: Graduation and Above
Duration: 2 Years (4 Semesters)
Total Credit: 80
Intake: As per the number of vacant seats available with the research supervisors in the department.
Eligibility: Post-graduation
Duration: As per. Ph.D. Rules 2022 of Gujarat Vidyapith
Sr. No. | Name | Designation |
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01 | Mr. Rakesh Gohel | LDC |
02 | Nilesh Bhagora | MTS |