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Dr. Aparna

Assistant Professor

Department of International Relations

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Dr. Aparna
Email
aparna@cuj.ac.in
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DOCTORAL STUDENTS

Brief Profile

Dr. Aparna is working as an Assistant Professor in the Department of International Relations, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi. She has 12 years of teaching experience. She has completed her Ph.D. from Banasthali Vidyapeeth, Rajasthan. Her areas of specialization include South Asian Studies, India’s Foreign Policy and Gandhian Thought and Peace Studies. She has presented papers in many International/National conferences/seminars/workshops and written many research articles in different edited books and research journals. She was instrumental in convening two international Seminars, one international Webinar and many special lectures in the department. She has also delivered many lectures as resource person in many prestigious universities, institute and colleges. She has edited one book, titled International Relations and Diplomacy: Theory and Practices (New Delhi: Manak Publications, 2019), pp. 1-12 (ISBN: 978-81-943035-4-1).

EDUCATION QUALIFICATION

Ph.D. :

M.A. :

COURSES TAUGHT

  • Indian Foreign Policy
  • Foreign Policy of Major Power
  • Indian Political Thought
  • Western Political Thought
  • India’s Strategic Thinkers
  • Political Theory
  • Globalization and World Politics
  • International Relations and Area Studies
  • World Political History-I
  • World Political History-II
  • Understanding Indian Constitution

Additional roles/ responsibility

  1. Member, NSS Advisory Committee (Ref. no. CUJ/NSS/01/2022/502), dated 21.03.2022
  2. Member, Placement Cell (Ref. no. CUJ/GA/26/2014/234), dated 30.09.2021
  3. Member, Unnat Bharat Abhiyan (Ref. no. CUJ/GA/01/2012/273), dated 27.10.2021
  4. Member, Bharat Ek Amrut Mahotsav (Ref. no. CUJ/56), dated 13.05.2021
  5. Member, Board of Studies, Department of Contemporary and Tribal Customary Law, Central University of Jharkhand, Brambe, Ranchi (From 29 March, 2019 to three years).
  6. Member Independence Day Celebration Committee of Central University of Jharkhand, Brambe, Ranchi (January, 2019).
  7. Member Decade Celebration Committee of Central University of Jharkhand, Brambe, Ranchi (March, 2019).
  8. Member of Department Research Committee, Department for International Relations, Central University of Jharkhand, Brambe, Ranchi (August, 2018).
  9. Member of Board of Studies of Centre for International Relations, Central University of Jharkhand, Brambe, Ranchi (April 7-8, 2017).
  10. Member of Theatre Committee, Youth Festival, Central University of Jharkhand, Brambe, Ranchi (2017-18).
  11. Member of Recruitment Committee, Central University of Jharkhand (2015-16)
  12. Invigilator for CUCET exam, Central University of Jharkhand, held on 18.05.2013 and 19.05.2013.
  13. Co-convener of Akhra India International Tribal Festival (Fashion Show Committee) at Central University of Jharkhand (held on 28-30th November 2013).
  14. Worked in Departmental Admission Committee, Centre for International Relations, Central University of Jharkhand (2013 Admissions).

PUBLICATIONS

Total Publications 25+
List of Latest Five :
  1. Alok Kumar Gupta, Aparna and Amit Kumar Singh (March 2024). Red Sea Crisis: Seychelles growing Strategic Importance for India. Third Concept, Vol. 4, (ISSN- 0970-7247).
  2. Aparna (2022, July- December). India China Border Dispute and the Hanging Future of South Asian Region. Indian Studies Review, Vol. 3 (ISSN- 2583-004X).
  3. Amit Kumar Gupta and Aparna (2023, April- June). Soft Power: bhartiya videsh niti ki aham ranniti. Aadhunik Sahitya, Vol. 46 (ISSN- 2277- 7083)
  4. Amit Kumar Singh and Aparna (2023, January-May). India’s Strive to be an Indomitable Power in the Indo-pacific Region. Atishay Kalit, Vol.10 (ISSN- 2277-419X)
  5. Amit Kumar Singh and Aparna (2023, January-May) Special Issue 4. भारत और हिन्द प्रशांत क्षेत्र की बदलती भू-राजनीति के नए आयाम. Anhad Lok, (ISSN- 2349-137X)

Books and Book Chapters

Books and Book Chapters:08
  1. Aparna, International Relations and Diplomacy: Theory and Practices (New Delhi: Manak Publications, 2019), pp. 1- 287(Co-editor Ranvijay) ISBN: 978-81-943035-4-1.
  2. “Forward Looking SAARC”, an ICWA Outreach Series, edited by Saurabh & B C Upreti, Volume 1, ISBN No.- 9788182745834, Pentagon Press, New Delhi, 2012.
  3. “Buddhism: Religion as a Component of Soft Power in Foreign Policy Strategy”, edited by Satish Kumar & Bibhuti Bhushan Biswas, ISBN No.- 9788192932743, Ansh Book International, New Delhi, 2016.
  4. “SAARC: Exploring New Vistas of Cooperation”, edited by Vinod Kumar Bhardwaj & Nandkumar Sawant, ISBN No.- 9789383930432, G. B. Books, New Delhi, 2017.
  5. “Rapprochement of Indo- Nepal Relations Since 2015”, edited by Pramod Jaiswal, ISBN No: 9789383930692, G.B. Books, New Delhi, 2017.
  6. “Myanmar and India’s Act East Policy”, edited by Om Prasad Gadde & Amit Kumar Gupta, ISBN No.-8183248241, Mittal Publications, New Delhi, 2017.
  7. “PM Modi’s Nepal Visit: Opening New Vistas of Co-operation” edited by B. C. Uperati, ISBN No.-9789383930678, G.B. Books, New Delhi, 2017.
  8. Aparna, 2019, “Geo- Politics and Methods of Guerilla Warfare of Chatrapati Shivaji Maharaj” in Aparna & Ranvijay eds., International Relations and Diplomacy: Theory and Practices (New Delhi: Manak Publications, 2019), pp. 1-12 (ISBN: 978-81-943035-4-1).

Seminar/ Workshop/ Conference Participation:

Invited Lectures
  1. Delivered lecture as resource person on “From Women Development to Women led Development under Modi Sarkar” at an Online Webinar organised by a Delhi base think-tank Academics4Nation during March 30, 2024.
  2. Delivered lecture as resource person on, “Democratic India and Voting Rights: Theory and Practice” at organised by Department of Political Science & IQAC, Dr. S. S. N. Govt. College Malanjkhand, Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, during April 06, - 22, 2024.
  3. Delivered lecture as Chief guest in One day Workshop, at Shaheed Sheikh Bhikhari College of Education, Ranchi University, Ranchi on 16.05.2023.
  4. Delivered lecture as resource person on “Research Ethics in Social Science” at Online National Workshop, sponsored by RUSA & World Bank Project and organised by Department of Political Science & IQAC, Dr. S. S. N. Govt. College Malanjkhand, Balaghat, Madhya Pradesh, during March21- 22, 2022.
  5. Delivered lecture as resource person at National Seminar on “Humanity and Human Rights: Issues and Challenges” organised by Department of Educational Studies, School of Education, Mahatma Gandhi Central University Bihar, during December 10, 2022.
  6. Delivered lecture as resource person on “Different Dimensions of Nationalism: An Overview” at Human Resource Development Centre, Ranchi University, Ranchi, during February 13, 2022.
  7. Delivered lecture as resource person on “India’s Foreign Policy: Continuity and Changes” at Human Resource Development Centre, Ranchi University, Ranchi, during February 14, 2022.
  8. Delivered one lecture as resource person on “Chinese Debt Trap Diplomacy: A Rising Menace” organised by a think Red Lantern, New Delhi during February 28, 2022.
  9. Delivered one lectures as resource person on topic, “Relevance of Gandhi in 21st century” at Yogada Satsang Mahavidyalaya, Ranchi University, Ranchi, during February 05, 2020.
  10. Delivered one lectures as resource person on topic, “History of Nationalism in India and Its Challenges” at Human Resource Development Centre, Ranchi University, Ranchi, during December 08, 2020.
  11. Delivered lecture as resource person on “India’s Grand Strategy in Anushashan Parva of Mahabharta” at Human Resource Development Centre, Ranchi University, Ranchi, during February 24, 2019.
  12. Delivered lecture as resource person on “State Craft of Kautilya” at Human Resource Development Centre, Ranchi University, Ranchi, during February 26, 2019.
  13. Delivered one lectures as resource person “Social Values: India and the West” at Human Resource Development Centre, Ranchi University, Ranchi, August, 2019.
  14. Delivered a lecture as resource person on “Female Foeticide: A Burning Issue” in a National Seminar on Female Foeticide in Jharkhand: A Curse for Society, organised by Department of Political Science, P. K. Roy Memorial College, Dhanbad and sponsored by UGC, during January 23, 2017.
National/ International – Paper Presented:
List of Latest Five :
  1. Presented a paper on “Forward Looking SAARC” in a National Seminar on Strengthening Co-operation in SAARC: In the context of Non- Traditional Security Threats, organised by Indian Council of World Affairs, New Delhi and South Asian Studies Centre, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, 11-12 February, 2011.
  2. Presented a paper on “Rise of Maoism in Nepal” in a National Seminar on Conflict & Co-operation in South Asia in the post-Cold War Era, organised by GMN (PG) College, Ambala Cantt, February 15-16, 2011.
  3. Presented a paper on “Maoism and the Emerging Scenario in Nepal” in an International Seminar, on Indo-Nepal Relations, organised by Centre for the Study of Nepal, BHU, Varanasi, March 28-30, 2011.
  4. Presented a paper on “Left wing terror in Nepal: An Analysis” in a National Seminar, on Terrorism in South Asia: Issues and Challenges, organised by Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, November 09-10, 2012.
  5. Presented a paper on “China’s Engagement with South Asia: An Analysis” in a National Seminar on China’s Engagement with South Asia: Regional and Global Implications”, organised by South Asian Studies Centre, University of Rajasthan, Jaipur, February 04-05, 2013.
Workshop Attended-:
  1. Attended One-week Literary Workshop on “Language, Indigenous Intellectual Heritage, and Sustainable Well-being” organized by Centre for Endangered Languages in collaboration with School for the Study of Culture and School of Languages, Ranchi, Jharkhand (Period- from 04.03.2014 to 08.03.2024).
  2. Invited as Chief guest at Shaheed Sheikh Bhikhari College of Education, Ranchi University on May 19, 2023 on topic “Char Chunotiyan Jiwan Ki”.
  3. Attended Confidential Workshop JNUEE-2021 from 5 April 2021 - 9 April 2021 at National Testing Agency, New Delhi.
  4. Participated as an invited delegate at FINS (Forum for Integrated National Security), the second edition of ‘SAGAR Discourse’ on October 23-25, 2018 at Grand Hyatt Hotel, Goa (SAGAR Discourse was focused on ‘Space’).
  5. Presented an invited paper in a two-day workshop during 20-21 November, 2018 at NIEPA, New Delhi on topic, “Recruitment Process of Assistant Professors and Status of Temporary Teachers in Jharkhand”.
  6. Participated in All India workshop on Education, jointly organised by Rajeev Gandhi Proudhiki Vishwavidhyalay and Vidyarthi Kalyan Nyas, Bhopal on 24-25 February 2018 at RGPV Bhopal.

Program Organised

  1. Co- convener, organized International Webinar on “Post COVID-19: Development and Challenges in South Asia” collaboration with DPIR, Central University of Jharkhand, Savitribai Phule University, Pune, Sophia Girls College, Ajmer and SSRAI.during  June 27-28, 2020
  2. Convener, organised an International Seminar on, “International Relations in India: Evidences from History, Scholastic Writings and Diplomatic Practices”,Centre for International Relations, Central University of Jharkhand and Co-sponsored by ICSSR, New Delhi.during  25-27 April, 2018,
  3. Convener, National Seminar on “India’s Soft Power and Cultural Diplomacy”, organised by Centre for International Relations, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi and Co-sponsored by Maulana Abul Kalam Azad Institute of Asian Studies, Kolkata, during   April 11-12, 2016.
  4. Organised a Special Talk on the topic “US Engagement with the World” by Prof. Arvind Kumar, Professor, Centre for Canadian, US and Latin American Studies, JNU, New Delhi at Department of International Relations, Central University of Jharkhand.  April 10, 2024
  5. Organised a Special Talk on the topic “Why Study Foreign Policy of Major Powers” by Dr. Monish Tourangbam, Honorary Director, Kalinga Institute of Indo- Pacific Studies, New Delhi at Department of International Relations, Central University of Jharkhand.  April 15, 2024
  6. Organised webinar on the topic, “The Gandhi we know Vs The Gandhi we should know” at DPIR, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi.  December 11, 2020
  7. Organised webinar on the topic, “Dattopant Thengadi and his social philosophy” at DPIR, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi.  December 18, 2020
  8. Organised webinar on the topic, “Gandhi and Nationalism” at DPIR, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi.   October 11, 2021
  9. Organised webinar on the topic, “Abolition of untouchability from society: Relevance of Ambedkar’s work” at DPIR, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi.  October 27, 2021
  10. Organised webinar on the topic, “Gandhi ji and Satyagraha” at DPIR, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi.  November 02, 2021
  11. Organised webinar on the topic, “Statecraft of Kautilya” at DPIR, Central University of Jharkhand, Ranchi   November 24, 2021

Any Other Information

  1. Given personal interview to Shining India News on “Modi’s Diplomacy.”  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PkxFbewFTqg&feature=share
  2. Given personal interview to DD News on “Howdy Modi”.  https://youtu.be/9XOsJPY2aGM
  3. Given personal interview to DD News on the occasion of International Women Day.   https://youtu.be/Nd-ybXQyFIE
  4. Given personal interview to DD News on the topic, “Importance of International Relations as career option”   https://youtu.be/zzioUe0mZTw
  5. Given personal interview to the Farz Foundation under Save Life Mission on the topic, “Suicide Prevention: Causes and Solution.”   https://youtu.be/LSxBL8K6Gp8

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