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Makkalanban D.S.

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Affiliation

  • Associate Professor , School of Undergraduate Studies

Email

    makkalanban@aud.ac.in

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Qualification

  • MA, M.Phil, PhD

Past Experience

Experience: (12 years)

  • Assistant Professor cum Head of the Department, Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science (KCLAS), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu
  • Assistant Professor of Political Science, National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore, Karnataka

Guest Faculty

  • Pondicherry Central University, Kalapet, Puducherry
  • The Tamilnadu Dr.Ambedkar Law University, Chennai

Research Associate for UGC Projects

  • Presidency College, Chennai
  • University of Madras, Chennai

Area of Expertise

  • World Trade Organization (WTO)
  • International Organizations
  • India’s Foreign Policy
  • Political Obligation
  • Human Rights
  • Tamil Nadu Politics

Awards

  • Shri. Baktavatchalam Prize for securing 1st Rank in M.A.
  • UGC- JRF (2004) in Political Science.
  • UGC- JRF (2009) in Human Rights and Duties.
  • Awarded ‘Fellowship for Young Research Scholars’ by Centre for Trade and Development (CENTAD), New Delhi (An Oxfam GB Initiative, London) in December 2006.
  • Awarded Best Scientific Research Paper presented at Tamil Nadu State Council for Higher Education, Government of Tamil Nadu in 2009.

Publications

UGC- MOOCs

  • D.S.Makkalanban, “Human Rights: A Theoretical Foundation of Huma Rights” video for one hour is presented to UGC-MOOCs –Swayam Portal from National Law School of India University, Bangalore in 2019.

Creation of ICT mediated Teaching Learning pedagogy, content and development of new and innovative courses and curriculum (For NLSIU, Bangalore)

Books:

  • D.S.Makkalanban, “World Trade Organization: A Quest for Full & Effective Participation of Developing Countries in Decision Making (1995-2005)” (Mauritius: Lambert Academic Publishing, 2018), ISBN: 978-613-8-33190-2.

Edited Books:

  • D.S.Makkalanban and Others (ed.), “Futuristic Trends in Social Sciences” Vol 2, Book 4, IIP Proceedings (Karnataka: Selfypage Developers Pvt Ltd, 2022), ISBN: 978-93-95632-75-1.

Research Policy Reports:

  • D.S.Makkalanban, “Political Development Models for Minorities in Karnataka” in Abdul Aziz (ed.) Social and Economic Development of Minorities in Karnataka: Development Models for Guidance, (Minority Welfare Department, Government of Karnataka with Centre for Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, National Law School of India University, Bangalore: 2018).

Articles:

  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2022) “Intersection of Politico-Economic and Religious Views of Gandhi in Context of State: An Appraisal”, Swadeshi Research Foundation, Special Issue, Vol. 9, No.12, October, pp.14-19. (ISSN No: 2394-3580).
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2020) “Human Rights of Stateless Persons in India: An Analysis of Constitutional Provisions,” B.Aadhar Multi-disciplinary International Research Journal, December Special Issue, Issue. 256, pp. 132-134 (ISSN: 2278-9308).
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2019) “Political Exclusion of Tribes in India: An Evaluation,” Interlink Research Analysis, Jan 2019 to June 2019, Year VIII, Issue. XIX, Vol. I, pp. 48-52, (ISSN: 0976 -0377).
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2018) “UDHR and State Obligations: An Insight,” Indo Western Researchers, August 2017 to January 2018, Year V, Issue. IX, Vol. VII, pp. 1-5, (ISSN: 2349 -1027).
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2017) “Regional Political Parties in Indian Politics: Their Role and Implications for Indian Democracy”, The Indian Journal of Political Science, Special Issue, Vol. LXXVIII, No.4, October- December, pp.538- 541. (ISSN No: 0019-5510).
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2017) “Criminalization of Politics in Parliament: The Indian Scenario,” Printing Area International Interdisciplinary Research Journal, December, Special Issue, Vol. 1, pp. 12-14, (ISSN: 2394 -5303).
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2017) “Governor in Indian Constitution: A Critical Discourse on Legal and Political Dimensions,” Shanlax International Journal of Arts, Science and Humanities, November, Special Issue 1, Vol. 5, pp. 16-20, (ISSN: 2321- 788X).
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2016) “Towards Democratization of World Trade Organization: A Theoretical Discourse,” IRA-International Journal of Management & Social Sciences, April, Vol.3 (1), pp.110-118, (ISSN: 2455-2267) doi:http://dx.doi.org/10.21013/jmss.v3.n1.p8.
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (2015) “Coalition in Indian Political Process: A Critical Analysis”, The Indian Journal of Political Science, Special Issue, Vol. LXXVI, No.3, July- September, pp.397- 401. (ISSN No: 0019-5510).

Chapters in Edited Books:

  • Dr. D. S. Makkalanban, “Anti-Defection Laws: Their role and significance in Electoral Processes” in Dr. R.Arumugam (ed.) Current Scenario of Indian constitution: Experience and Expectations  (Chennai: TNOU, 2024), pp. 07-10, ISBN: 978-935753670-7.\
  • Dr. D. S. Makkalanban, “State Autonomy: Its Prospectus and Challenges” in Dr. R.Arumugam (ed.) Centre-State Relations in India: Contemporary Issues and Challenges  (Chennai: TNOU, 2022), pp. 180-183, ISBN: 978-8-19-517933-6.
  • Dr. D. S. Makkalanban, “Elderly People in Indian Politics” in Sundara Raj.T (ed.) Elder Abuse and Social exclusion (New Delhi: B.R.Publishing Corporation, 2019), pp. 387-396, ISBN: 978-93-87587724.
  • Dr. D. S. Makkalanban, “The Political Economy of Demonetization: The Challenges and Prospects for Informal Economy with Special Reference to Agriculture” in Sigamani Panneer and Others, (ed.) Health, Safety and Well-Being of Workers in the Informal Sector in India (Singapore: Springer, 2019), pp. 35-48, ISBN: 978-981-13-8420-2.
  • Dr. D. S. Makkalanban, “The Political Dimensions of Climate Change: Concerns and Priorities” in Prof.Subba Rao, Prof V.S.Mallar & Dr.Anuja.S (ed.) Social Legal Dimensions of Climate Change (Bangalore: ENVIS-NLSIU, 2018), pp. 1- 9, ISBN: 978-93-83363-69-8.
  • D.S.Makkalanban, “Political Thinking in Tamil Literature: The Case of Thirukural,” in Kumar Sanjeev Sharma (ed.) Political Thinking in Indian Literature” (Ahmedabad: Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, 2017), pp. 96-87, (ISBN: 987-81-7276-456-2).
  • Dr. D. S. Makkalanban, “Political Exclusion of Women in India: Concerns and Challenges” in Dr. Vilas Adhav & Dr. P. Viswanadha Gupta (ed.) Social Transformation towards Inclusive Growth of Marginalized Communities (Visakhapatnam: Uday Publishing House, 2017), pp. 107, ISBN: 978-93-85991-23-3.
  • D. S. Makkalanban, “Digitalized Politics: It’s Impact on 16th Lok Sabha?” (Chapter 2) in Dr.R.Mathaiyan (ed.) Digitalization and Good Governance in India (Chennai: MJP Publishers, 2016), pp .9-16, ISBN: 978-81-8094-440-6.
  • D. S. Makkalanban, “Identifying the Quality of Higher Educational Institutions of India: A Global Discernment” (Chapter 12) in Dr.Adinarayanappa and Dr.Veena Rani (ed.) Higher Education in India (Bangalore: Annapoorna Publishing House, 2016), pp .40-43, ISBN: 978-81-931746-2-3.
  • D. S. Makkalanban, “Unprincipled Exclusion: The Struggle to Achieve Legislative and Judicial Equality of Transgender People in India” (Chapter 12) in Dr.T.Soundara Raj (ed.) Transgender Inclusion: Challenges and Implications (New Delhi: APH Publishing Corporation, 2016), pp.86-95, ISBN: 978-93-313-2819-9.
  •  D. S. Makkalanban, “Girl Child Education in India: The Efforts of International Agencies” (Chapter 6) in Dr.M.Pravin Kumar and Dr.P.Muralidharan (ed.) Budding Generation and Bridging Freedom (Coimbatore: Vijaya Pathipagam, 2016), pp. 46-51. ISBN: 81-8446-756-7.
  •  D. S. Makkalanban “Political Marginalization of SC/ST in India: The Role of Caste” (Chapter 7) in Dr.R.Soundara Raj.T (ed.) Social Exclusion: Dimensions of Marginality in India (New Delhi: APH Publishing Corporation, 2015), pp. 47-58, ISBN: 978-93-313-2683-6.
  • D. S. Makkalanban “Parliamentary Financial Committees: An empirical Evaluation during 15th Lok Sabha” (Chapter 1) in Dr.R.Mathaiyan (ed.) Financial Administration in India: Emerging Issues and Challenges (Chennai: Today Publication, 2015), pp. 1-7, ISBN: 978-93-81992-53-1.
  • D. S. Makkalanban “India’s Food Security: Priorities and Concerns” (Chapter 7) in Prof.V.N. Viswanathan (ed.) Food Security in India: Challenges in Administration and Governance (Chennai: Vignesh Publishing House, 2014), pp. 36-45, ISBN: 978-81-908334-7-9.
  •  D. S. Makkalanban “Combating Economic Fraud in Global Sphere with Reference to Role of UNCAC” (Chapter 18) in Prof.V.N. Viswanathan (ed.) Corruption and Human Rights (New Delhi: Allied Publishers Pvt Ltd, 2012), ISBN: 978-81-8424-751-0.
  • D. S. Makkalanban “WTO and Poverty Alleviation: Food Security Issues in Agriculture Trade”. (Chapter 10) in Dr.M.Thamilarasan (ed.) Poverty Alleviation and Rural Development (New Delhi: Abhijeet Publications, 2012), ISBN: 978-93-81136-66-9.
  •  D. S. Makkalanban and V. N. Viswanathan “Human Rights of Dalits: International Human Rights Laws Perspective” (Chapter 11) in Prof. Vishwanatha and Dr. L. C. Mallaiah (ed.) Globalization and Dalits: Magnitude and Impact (New Delhi: Abhijeet Publications, 2009), ISBN: 9789380031019, KK-76734.
  • D.S.Makkalanban, (in Tamil) “Child Rights During Natural Disasters- An Insight” (Part IVX) in Viswanathan. V .N (ed), Child Rights (Chennai: Vignesh Publishing House: 2009), pp.134- 138. ISBN: 978-81-908334-2-4.
  • D.S.Makkalanban, “The Role of International Forums in Implementing International Human Rights Laws” (Chapter 19th) in Viswanathan.V.N, (ed.), Human Rights: Challenges of 21st Century (New Delhi: Kalpaz Publications, 2008), pp. 269-276. ISBN: 81-7835-639-2.
  • D.S.Makkalanban, “Indian Railways and Consumers Welfare” (Part IV) in Viswanathan.V.N, (ed.), Consumer Rights in Service Sector (New Delhi: Concept Publications, 2008), pp. 131-139. ISBN: 81-8069-531-X.
  • D.S.Makkalanban and V.N.Viswanathan, “The Role of AIADMK and DMK Party in the Political System of India” (Chapter IV) in Dasarathi Bhuyan, (ed.), The Role of Regional Political Parties in India (New Delhi: Mittal Publication, 2007), pp. 53-64. ISBN: 81-8324-191-3.

Seminar/Conferences

  • Organized 51 Expert Conversations, 3 National and International Webinars, 6 Workshops and 4 Certificate courses from 01/09/2020 to 23/01/2025. A few notable are as follows:
  • Organized seminar and Invited Keynote speaker of the day Lordship Justice: S.Tamilvanan,  former Judge High Court of Madras on World Human Rights Day on 10.12.2021 by Department of Political Science, Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science, affiliated to Bharathiar University, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore: 641 049.
  • Organized seminar and Invited Keynote speaker of the day Lordship Justice: K. G. Balakrishnan,  former Chairperson of the National Human Rights Commission of India & former Chief Justice of India on World Human Rights Day on 10.12.2020 by Department of Political Science, Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science, affiliated to Bharathiar University, Saravanampatti, Coimbatore: 641 049, The event was assisted by School of Visual Communication KCLAS, Coimbatore with Gandhi Smriti and Darshan Samiti, an autonomous body under the Ministry of Culture, Government of India as event partner which streamed live by 10am in YouTube and Facebook.
  • Links for The United Nations World Human Rights Day 2020:
    • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Paw1Eg7aO7w
    • https://www.facebook.com/2263307630563373/posts/3085545978339530/
    • https://www.facebook.com/539312716138019/posts/3714426091959983/
  • Organized Human Rights workshop on UN 2020 Theme: “Recover Better: Stand up for Human Rights” on 10.12.2020.

Links to the United Nations World Human Rights Day Workshop at 2PM:

  1.  
  • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bRl4XMTTmZ0
  • https://www.facebook.com/2263307630563373/posts/3085656931661768/
  • https://www.facebook.com/539312716138019/posts/3714750425260883/

Invited Key-Note Address:

  • Invited to deliver Key-Note Address in Indian Council of Medical Research (ICMR) on topic entitled “Public Health and Hygiene” organized by Department of Zoology, Periyar Government Arts College, Cuddalore: 607001 on 4th and 5th February 2016.

Invited Speaker:

  • Invited Speaker for National Conference on Good Governance and Sustainable Development and presented paper titled “WTO and SDG: with special Reference to Developing Countries” organized by Department of Humanities and Social Science, Saveetha School of Law, SIMATS, Chennai on 05th October 2021.
  • Invited to deliver Guest Speech on topic entitled “Constitutional Obligations and Social Policy: Some Reflections based on Directive Principles of Sate Policy” at two day National Conference on “Modernization and Sustainable Social Policy: Challenges, Prospects and Strategies” organized by Department of Social Work, Central University of Tamil Nadu on 14th & 15th February 2018.
  • Invited to deliver Guest Speech on topic entitled “Democracy and Human Rights in Islamic Thought: Its Reflections on India” in International Seminar on Human Rights in India: Current Issues and Challenges sponsored by Indian Council for Social Science Research and organized by Political Science and Public Administration Wing, Annamalai University, Tamil Nadu on 29 and 30 March 2016.
  • Invited to deliver Guest Speech on topic entitled “Interface of Politics and Secularism in India: A Critical Perspective” at Kristhu Jayanthi College, Hennur Bagalur Rd, Kothanur, Bengaluru, Karnataka: 560077 on 01.09.2014.
  • Invited to deliver lecture on topic entitled “Decision Making Process of World Trade Organization- A Critical Analysis” as part of ‘Lecture Series’ arranged by Research and Development Council, National Law School of India University, Bangalore on 11.04.2014.
  • Invited to deliver Guest Speech on topic entitled “Towards Informed Voting” in a One-Day Seminar sponsored by Shri.S.Nijalingappa National Foundation and conducted by National Law School of India University, Bangalore on 24.03.2014.
  • Invited as Chief Guest and delivered Special Lecture on series of the topics related to “Political Obligation and Law (Political Science-II)” at Tamil Nadu National Law School, Trichy from 24.02.2014 to 28.02.2014.
  • Invited as Chief Guest and delivered speech on the topic entitled “The Right to Information Act: Its Relevance and Challenges” at Surana College, Bangalore University, Bangalore on 09.10.2013.

Resource Person:

  1. ‘Resource Person’ for Webinar and delivered talk on “Right to Information Act 2005” for Department of Public Administration and IQAC Wing, Thiruvallur Government Arts College, Rasipuram, Namakkal, Tamiladu on 25.01.2022”.
  2.  ‘Resource Person’ for Four Days ‘Faculty Development Programme’ on   “Interdisciplinary Scope” for the Faculty Members of Central Law College, Salem 27.12.2019 to 30.12.2019 enriched them on topics “Interdisciplinary Teaching and Research Methods & “Interface of Non-Law subjects: Impact of Legal English Language”.
  3.  ‘Resource Person’ for Two Days IPR Training Programme for students of Gogte Institute of Technology, Belgaum on topic titled ‘WTO-TRIPS’ on 23rd and 24th March 2019.
  4. ‘Resource Person’ for Three Day Legal Literacy Programme for students of Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru organized by Centre for Intellectual Property Rights Research and Advocacy (CIPRA)/, Ministry of Industry and commerce Chair on IPR, National Law School of India University on topic titled ‘Relevance of Right to Information Act’ on 13th, 14th, & 15th March 2019.
  5. ‘Resource Person’ for Three Day Legal Literacy Programme for students of Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru organized by Centre for Intellectual Property Rights Research and Advocacy (CIPRA)/, Ministry of Industry and commerce Chair on IPR, National Law School of India University on topic titled ‘Relevance of Right to Information Act’ on 24th, 25th, & 28th January 2019.

 

  1. ‘Resource Person’ for Three Day Legal Literacy Programme for students of Mount Carmel College, Bengaluru organized by Centre for Intellectual Property Rights Research and Advocacy (CIPRA)/, Ministry of Industry and commerce Chair on IPR, National Law School of India University on topic titled ‘Relevance of Right to Information Act’ on 11th, 12th, & 13th August 2018. 
  2. ‘Resource Person’ for Interdisciplinary International Conference on Protection & Justiciability for Child Rights organized by Saveetha School of Law, SIMATS, Chennai on 19th and 20th April 2018 and presented paper on “Child Sexual Abuse and Mental Health of Child”. 
  3. ‘Resource Person’ for One Day Orientation Programme on “Climate Change” organized by ENVIS CENTRE on 19th April 2018 conducted by Saveetha School of Law, SIMATS, Chennai. 
  4. ‘Resource Person’ for One Day ICSSR sponsored National Seminar on “The Role of Government to Protect Human Rights” organized by Department of Political Science, Janvikas Mahavidhyalaya, Bansarola, Maharashtra on 29th January 2018 and presented paper on “UDHR and State Obligations: An Insight”.
  5.  ‘Resource Person’ for two days Orientation Programme on “Legal Framework on Health Law” for the Post Graduate students in Hospital Management at Institute of Health Management Research (IIHMR), Bangalore on 29th and 30th November 2017 and enriched them on topics “Health Law: Indian and International Context” & “Emerging Issues in Health Law: Consent and Confidentiality.
  6.  ‘Resource Person’ for “Para-Legal Training Course” of Central University of Tamilnadu in collaboration with National Law School of India University, Bangalore on 23rd, 24th and 25th June 2017 and enriched them on topics like “Right to Information Act, Right to Education Act and Right to Consumer Protection Act.”. 
  7. ‘Resource Person’ for Two-Day National Conference on ‘Health, Safety and Well Being of Workers in Unorganized Sector/Informal Economy’ organized by the Department of Social Work, Central University of Tamilnadu, Thiruvarur on 23rd and 24th of March 2017 and presented paper on the topic entitled “The Political Economy of Demonetization: The Challenges and Prospects of Informal Economy with Special Reference to Agriculture”. 
  8. ‘Resource Person’ for Two-Day Indian Council for Social Science Research sponsored National Seminar on ‘Transgender Inclusion: Challenges and Implications’ organized by the Department of Sociology, Periyar University, Salem- 636 011 on 21st and 22nd and January 2016. 
  9. ‘Resource Person’ for ‘National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayiti Raj’ National Training programme on topic entitled “Horizontal Learning of Practices on Development Governance” for Panchayat Raj Elected Officials like Village Panchayat President, Chairman of Block and Zilla Parishat from various States from 23rd to 27th February 2015 at Hyderabad and enriched them on “NREGS-Convergence Issues” on 24.02.2015. 
  10. ‘Resource Person’ for the Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), New Delhi Sponsored National Workshop on “Consumer Awareness through the Establishment of Consumer Clubs in Universities and Colleges: Strategies to Mobilize Students and Capacity Building for Coordinators”, on 13th and 14th of September, 2012 organized by the Indian Institute of Public Administration, TNRB, Chennai and presented paper on the topic entitled “Empowering Consumer Clubs in Educational Institutions: Its Role and Impact on Youth.”
  11. ‘Resource Person’ for the University Grants Commission Sponsored National Workshop on “Rights Tools for Sustainable Development- Using Human Rights Strategies and Mechanism to Support Development and Environmental Objectives in International Trade”, form 18 August 2008 to 24 August 2008 organized by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College, Chennai and presented paper on the topic entitled “The World Trade Organization and Environment: Some Reflections.”.
  12. Resource Person’ for the one-day seminar at ‘Presidency College, Chennai’ on 12th December 2007 organized by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College, Chennai and presented paper on the topic entitled “Dowry Harassment and Domestic Violence Prevention Act 2005 in Protection of Women Rights”.

Chairperson:

  1. ‘Chairperson’ for the Technical Session ‘III’ at ICSS-SRC sponsored Two-Day National Seminar National Integration, Trends, Prospects and Challenges 17 & 18 September 2021
  2. ‘Chairperson’ for the Technical Session ‘III’ at the Interdisciplinary International Conference on Protection & Justiciability for Child Rights organized by Saveetha School of Law, SIMATS, Chennai on 20th April 2018.
  3. ‘Chairperson’ for the Technical Session ‘IV’ at two-day National Conference on “Modernization and Sustainable Social Policy: Challenges, Prospects and Strategies” organized by Department of Social Work, Central University of Tamil Nadu on 14th & 15th February 2018.
  4. ‘Chairperson’ for the Technical Session ‘II’ at for One Day ICSSR sponsored National Seminar on “The Role of Government to Protect Human Rights” organized by Department of Political Science, Janvikas Mahavidhyalaya, Bansarola, Maharashtra on 29th January 2018.

 

  1. ‘Chairperson’ for the Technical Session ‘III’ at Annamalai University, Chidambaram at the ICSSR sponsored International Seminar on “Human Rights in India: Current Issues and Challenges” organized by the Department of Political Science and Public Administration Wing on 29th and 30th March 2016.

 

  1. ‘Chairperson’ for the ‘2nd Session’ in Two-Day University Grants Commission sponsored National Seminar on ‘Digital government and Administration: Challenges and Prospects for Good Governance” organized by the Department of Public Administration, Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras, Chennai- 600 005 on 4th and 5th February 2016.
  2. ‘Chairperson’ for the ‘2nd Session’ in Two-Day Indian Council for Social Science Research sponsored National Seminar on ‘Transgender Inclusion: Challenges and Implications’ organized by the Department of Sociology, Periyar University, Salem- 636 011 on 21st and 22nd and January 2016.
  3. ‘Chairperson’ for the ‘3rd Session’ in Two-Day Indian Council for Social Science Research sponsored National Seminar on ‘Development at Margins: Marginality and Marginalization in India’s Growth Story’ organized by the Department of Sociology, Periyar University, Salem- 636 011 on 22nd and 23rd January 2015.
  4. ‘Chairperson’ for the ‘1st Session’ in One-Day University Grants Commission sponsored National Seminar on ‘Financial Administration in India: Emerging Issues and Challenges’ organized by the Department of Public Administration, Institute of Distance Education, University of Madras, Chennai- 600 005 on 19th December 2014.
  5. ‘Chairperson’ for the Technical Session ‘II’ in Two-Day University Grants Commission sponsored National Seminar on ‘Corruption and Human Rights’ organized by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College (Autonomous), Chennai- 600 005 in association with Indian Society for Criminology (ISC), University of Madras, Chennai- 600 005 on 3-4 August 2011.
  6. ‘Chairperson’ for the Technical Session ‘I’ at Presidency College, Chennai at the National Seminar on “Human Rights and Refugees” organized by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College, Chennai on 10.12.2010.

Rapporteur/Co-Chairman/Discussant:

  1. ‘Rapporteur’ for the Technical Session ‘V’ at ICSS-SRC sponsored Two-Day National Seminar National Integration, Trends, Prospects and Challenges 17 & 18 September 2021.
  2. Discussant for Panel 3: Contemporary Political Theories at ‘University of Madras’ organized by the ‘Indian Political Science Association (IPSA)’ on its ‘57th All India Political Science Conference held at Chennai from 15th to 17th December 2017.
  3. ‘Co-Chairperson’ for the Technical Session ‘I’ at Annamalai University, Chidambaram at the ICSSR sponsored National Seminar on “Women Empowerment and Human Rights: Transforming their Rights in the 21st Century” organized by the Department of Political Science and Public Administration Wing on 29th and 30th January 2016
  4. ‘Rapporteur’ for the Technical Session ‘V’ at Presidency College, Chennai at the National Seminar organized by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College, Chennai sponsored by University Grants Commission on 29th and 30th March 2007.

Moderator:

  1. ‘Moderator’ for the Technical Sessions ‘I’ on Affirmative Action and the Indian Constitution’ at Christ University, Bangalore at the National Conference organized by the School of Law, Christ University, Bangalore on 8th January 2016.
  2. ‘Moderator’ for the Technical Sessions ‘II and III’ on “Constitutional Appointments: Vignettes and Vicissitudes” at Christ University, Bangalore at the National Conference organized by the School of Law, Christ University, Bangalore on 13th and 14th January 2015.

Trainer:

  1. ‘Trainer’ for ‘National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayiti Raj’ National Training programme on topic entitled “Horizontal Learning of Practices on Development Governance” for Panchayat Raj Elected Officials like Village Panchayat President, Chairman of Block and Zilla Parishat from various States from 23rd to 27th February 2015 at Hyderabad.

International Conferences Presentation:

  1. Paper presented at ‘MG University at the “International Conference’ organized by the MG University, Kerala on 23-25 April 2021 on the topic entitled “The Micro Performance of Politicians during prevailing COVID19 pandemic: Expectations and Reactions”.
  2. Paper presented at ‘Savera Hotel, Chennai’ at the ‘UGC International Conference’ organized by the Department of Public Administration, Presidency College, Chennai on 17th and 18th March, 2008 on the topic entitled “E-Commerce in Digitalized World: The Impact of World Trade Organization”.
  3. Paper presented at ‘University of Calcutta, West Bengal’ at the ‘1st International and 30th All India Criminology Conference of the Indian Society of Criminology (ISC)’ organized by the Department of Law, University of Calcutta, West Bengal, India from 23rd to 25th February 2007 on the topic entitled “Violence in Family: A Few Insights”.
  4. Participated in ‘2nd South Asian Conference on Trade and Development’ organized by Centre for Trade and Development (CENTAD), New Delhi (An Oxfam GB Initiative, London) on 19th & 20th December 2006 at Park Hotel, New Delhi on the topic entitled "Multilateralism at Crossroads: Reaffirming Development Priorities".

International Seminars Presentation:

  1. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras’ in University Grants Commission sponsored International Seminar organized by the ‘Department of Sociology’ on 9th and 10th March 2011 on the topic entitled “WTO and Poverty Alleviation: Food Security Issues in Agriculture Trade”.
  2. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras, Chennai’ at the ‘UGC International Seminar’ organized by the Department of Sociology, University of Madras, Chennai on 25th and 26th March 2009 on the topic entitled “Ethnic Identity: The Case of Sri Lankan Tamils”.
  3. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras, Chennai’ at the ‘UGC International Seminar’ organized by the Anna Centre for Public Affairs, University of Madras, Chennai on 24th and 25th January, 2008 on the topic entitled “A Few Reflections on Governance at Grassroots- With Special Reference to Constitutional Provisions”.

National Seminars Presentation:

  1. Paper presented at ‘Annamalai University,’ organized by the ‘Department of Political Science and Public Administration’ in Chidambaram on 17th and 18th September 2021 on the topic entitled “Tribal Integration into Mainstream Politics: Political Representation and Voting Pattern to LokSabha.”
  2. Paper presented at ‘Janvikas Mahavidhlaya,’ organized by the ‘Department of Political Science’ in Bansarola, Maharashtra on 16th February 2019 on the topic entitled “Political Exclusion of Tribes in India: An Evaluation.”
  3. Paper presented at seminar cum workshop on ‘Social and Economic Development of Minorities in Karnataka:  Development Models for Guidance,’ organized by the Centre for Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, National Law School of India University, Bangalore on 19th November 2018 on the topic entitled “Political Development Models for Minorities in Karnataka”.
  4. Paper presented at ‘Janvikas Mahavidyalaya Bansarola, Maharashtra organized by the ‘Department of Political Science’ on 29th January 2018 on the topic entitled “UDHR and State Obligations: An Insight.”
  5. Paper presented at ‘Shri Vyankatesh Arts, Commerce and Science College,’ organized by the ‘Department of Political Science’ on its “50th Golden Jubilee Year Celebration” held at Deulgaon Raja, District Buldana (M.S.), Maharashtra on 23rd December 2017 on the topic entitled “Criminalization of Politics in Parliament: The Indian Scenario.”
  6. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras’ organized by the ‘Indian Political Science Association (IPSA)’ on its ‘57th All India Political Science Conference held at Chennai from 15th to 17th December 2017 on the topic entitled “Regional Political Parties in Indian Politics: Their Role and Implications for Indian Democracy.”
  7. Paper presented at Madurai Kamaraj University in the National Seminar on “Indian Constitution and Nation Building: Vision and Mission of Dr.B.R.Ambedkar” organized by Department of Political Science on 20.11.2017 on topic entitled “Governor in Indian Constitution: A Critical Discourse on Legal and Political Dimensions”.
  8. Paper Presented at Annamalai University in the ICSSR sponsored National Seminar on “Challenges on Girl Child’s Health, Education and Protection- Making the Right a Reality” organized by the Political Science and Public Administration Wing on 17th and 18th March 2016 on topic entitled “Girl Child Education in India: The Efforts of International Agencies”.
  9. Paper Presented at Chaudhary Charan singh University, Meerut in the National Seminar on “Political Thinking in Indian Literature” organized by the Department of Political Science with Bharathiya Vidhya Bhawan and Indian Political Science Association on 13th and 14th February 2016 on topic entitled “Political Thinking in Tamil Literature: The Case of Thirukural”.
  10. Paper Presented at University of Madras, Chennai- 600 005 in the UGC sponsored National Seminar on “Digital government and Administration: Challenges and Prospects for Good Governance” organized by the Department of Public Administration, Institute of Distance Education, on 4th and 5th February 2016 on topic entitled “Digitalized Politics: It’s Impact on 16th Lok Sabha Election?”.
  11. Paper Presented at Annamalai University, Chidambaram in the ICSSR sponsored National Seminar on “Women Empowerment and Human Rights: Transforming their Rights in the 21st Century” organized by the Department of Political Science and Public Administration Wing on 29th and 30th January 2016 on topic entitled “Political Ostracism of Women: Disquiets and Retorts”.
  12. Paper Presented at Department of Sociology, Periyar University, Salem in Two-Day National Seminar sponsored by Indian Council for Social Science Research on ‘Transgender Inclusion: Challenges and Implications’ on 21st and 22nd January 2016 on topic entitled “Unprincipled Exclusion: The Struggle to achieve Legislative and Judicial Equality of Transgender People in India”.
  13. Paper presented at University of Madras, Chennai at National Seminar on ‘Revamping Urban Governance: Towards Sustainable Future” organized by the Anna Centre for Public Affairs on 16th and 17th December 2015 on topic entitled “Decentralization and Urban Governance: A Case Study of Bengaluru”.
  14. Paper Presented at Department of Sociology, Periyar University, Salem in Two-Day National Seminar sponsored by Indian Council for Social Science Research on ‘Development at Margins: Marginality and Marginalization in India’s Growth Story’ on 22nd and 23rd January 2015 on topic entitled “Political Marginalization of SC/STs in India: The Role of Caste”.
  15. Paper presented at University of Madras, Chennai at National Seminar on ‘Financial Administration in India: Emerging Issues and Challenges’ organized by the Department of Public Administration, Institute of Distance Education on 19th December 2014 on topic entitled “Parliamentary Financial Committees: An Empirical Evaluation during 15th Lok Sabha”.
  16. Paper presented at The Tamilnadu Dr.Ambedkar Law University, Chennai at National Seminar on ‘Consumer Protection Act 1986: Remedies and Reform’ organized in association with A K Venkataramaiah Chair on Consumer Law and Jurisprudence and Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Government of India on 10th April 2013 on topic entitled “Issues in creating Consumer Rights awareness among students: An analytical study in Chennai Colleges”.
  17. Paper presented in Two-Day University Grants Commission sponsored National Seminar on ‘Corruption and Human rights’ organized by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College (Autonomous), Chennai- 600 005 in association with Indian Society for Criminology (ISC), University of Madras, Chennai- 600 005 on 3-4 August 2011 on the topic entitled “Combating Economic Fraud in Global Sphere- With Reference to Role of UNCAC”.
  18. Paper presented at Presidency College, Chennai at National Seminar organized by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College, Chennai on 10th December 2010 on the topic entitled “International Laws and Statelessness Issue: A Human Rights Perception”.
  19. Paper presented at Presidency College, Chennai at National Seminar organized jointly by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College, Chennai in association with National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Nagarbhavi, Bengalooru- 560242 on 10th and 11th December 2008 on the topic entitled “The Role of Government and NGOs in protecting Child Rights during Disasters”.
  20. Paper presented at ‘Lucknow University’ at National Seminar organized by Department of Public Administration sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission- under Special Assistance Programme (SAP)’ on 28th and 29th December, 2008 on the topic entitled “Bureaucracy and Good Governance: An Insight”.
  21. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras’ at National Seminar organized by Department of Politics and Public Administration sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission- ASIHSS Programme’ on 25th and 26th March, 2008 on the topic entitled “Environmental Pollution and Health Hazards: An Overview”.
  22. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras’ at National Seminar organized jointly by Department of Sociology and Department of Medical Sociology, AMS, Madras Medical Mission sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission’ on 25th and 26th October 2007 on the topic entitled “Health Policy in India- An Assessment”.
  23. Paper presented at ‘Gobi Arts and Science College, Gobichettipalayam, Tamil Nadu’ at National Symposium organized by the Department of History sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission’ on 5th and 6th October, 2007 on the topic entitled “The Internet and Human Rights: Some Perspectives”.
  24. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras’ at National Seminar organized by Department of History sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission’ on 5th October 2007 on the topic entitled “A Few Insights on Dalit Issues and Strategies”.
  25. Paper presented at Presidency College, Chennai at National Seminar organized by the Department of Political Science, Presidency College, Chennai sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission’ on 29th and 30th March 2007 on the topic entitled “The Role of International Forums in Implementing International Human Rights Laws”.
  26. Paper presented at Presidency College, Chennai at National Seminar organized by the Department of Public Administration, Presidency College, Chennai and Rajiv Gandhi National Institute of Youth Development, Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, Government of India, Sriperumbudur- 602105 on 5th and 6th March 2007 on the topic entitled “International Organizations and Good Governance- With Special Reference to Peace and Security Issues”.
  27. Paper presented at ‘Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai’ at National Seminar sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission’ on 19th December 2006 on the topic entitled “Nehru’s Conception of Socialism”.
  28. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras’ at National Seminar sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission’ on 8th & 9th December 2006 on the topic entitled “Decentralized Urban Governance: An Insight”.
  29. Paper presented at ‘Presidency College, Chennai’ at National Seminar sponsored by ‘University Grants Commission’ on 27 & 28 March 2006 on the topic entitled “Impact of Self Help Groups on Urban Women Empowerment: A Case Study of MVMSSN, Bangalore.”
  30. Paper presented at the ‘Indian Law Institute’ at National Seminar at Hotel Savera on 26.11.2005 on the topic entitled “AIDS- Patients Right to Live with Dignity.”

National Conferences Presentation:

  1. Paper presented at ‘Shri Vyankatesh Arts, Commerce and Science College,’ organized by the ‘Department of Political Science’ on its “50th Golden Jubilee Year Celebration” held at Deulgaon Raja, District Buldana (M.S.), Maharashtra on 23rd December 2017 on the topic entitled “Criminalization of Politics in Parliament: The Indian Scenario.”
  2. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras’ organized by the ‘Indian Political Science Association (IPSA)’ on its ‘57th All India Political Science Conference held at Chennai from 15th to 17th December 2017 on the topic entitled “Regional Political Parties in Indian Politics: Their Role and Implications for Indian Democracy.”
  3. Paper presented at ‘Keshaw Memorial Institute of Technology’ organized by the ‘Indian Political Science Association (IPSA)’ on its ‘55th All India Political Science Conference held at Hyderabad from 28th to 30th December 2013 on the topic entitled “A Theoretical Discourse of Democratization of International Organization- A Case Study of World Trade Organization.”
  4. Paper presented at ‘Madurai Kamaraj University, Madurai’ organized by the ‘Indian Society of Criminology (ISC)’ on its ‘29th All India Criminology Conference held at Madurai from 16th to 18th February 2006 on the topic entitled “Cyber Crimes: Its Nature and Its Forms.”

State Level Seminars Presentation:

  1. Paper presented at ‘Presidency College, Chennai’ at State Level Seminar sponsored by the ‘Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution, Government of India through Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA), New Delhi on 16th October 2006 on the topic entitled “Indian Railways and Consumer Welfare”.
  2. Paper presented at ‘University of Madras’ organized by the ‘Indian Institute of Public Administration (IIPA)- Tamil Nadu Branch’ on 17.12.2005 on the topic entitled “Natural Disaster and Bureaucracy - The Precautionary Measures: The Case of Tsunami.”
  3. Paper presented at ‘Thiruvalluvar Government Arts College, Rasipuram’ at State Level Seminar on 10.12.2005 on the topic entitled “AIDS Patients Right to Live with Dignity”.

Workshops Participation:

  1. Participated at seminar cum workshop on ‘Civic Engagement and Communal Harmony,’ organized by the Centre for Social Exclusion and Inclusive Policy, National Law School of India University, Bangalore on 5th February 2019.
  2. Participated in National Workshop on ‘Applied Multivariate Statistical Analysis Using SPSS and AMOS’ on 04.03.2011 and 05.03.2011 conducted by Department of Statistics, Presidency College (Autonomous), Chennai.
  3. Completed UGC sponsored course on ‘Methods of Governance and Developmental Research’ for 4 days from 27.03.2010 to 30.03.2010 conducted by ‘Department of Politics and International Studies, Pondicherry University, Puducherry.
  4. Certificate of participation in ‘Human Rights Education Project’ for 3 days from 8.3.2006 to 10.3.2006 conducted by ‘International Association for Religious Freedom, London’ at Presidency College (Autonomous), Chennai.

Projects

  1. Research Associate for UGC- Major Project entitled “Fishing Community Participation in Policy Making- A Case Study of Coastal Rural and Urban Areas of Tamil Nadu” under Principal Investigator, Dr.V.N.Viswananthan, Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, Presidency College (Autonomous), Chennai- 600005 from 20.10.2010 to 31.10.2012.
  2. Research Associate for UGC- project entitled “Trafficking and HIV: Vulnerabilities, Linkages and Responses” under Principal Investigator, Dr.R.Thilagaraj, Professor and Head, Department of Criminology, University of Madras, Chennai- 600005 from 01.10.2007 to 31.01.2008.

8.a. Research Experience:   

  1. Instrumental in conceptualizing and launching NM Centre for Public Policy at Kumaraguru Institutions, Coimbatore, Tamilnadu w.e.f 2022. https://www.kclas.ac.in/nm-centre-for-public-policy/
  2. Research Guide for Students of LLM Human Rights course in NLSIU:
    Links:
    1. http://opac.nls.ac.in:8081/xmlui/handle/123456789/402?show=full
    2. http://opac.nls.ac.in:8081/xmlui/bitstream/handle/123456789/405/885.pdf?sequence=1
  3. Research Guide for Students of PG Diploma in Human Rights course of Pondicherry University for One Semester 2009 December to 2010 May and guided seven (7) candidates for their PG Diploma Degree.

8.b. Administrative Responsibilities:

Kumaraguru College of Liberal Arts and Science (KCLAS), Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Year 2020-2025:

    1. Head of the Department

Year 2020-2021:

    1. Executive Committee Member of IQAC
    2. Member of Research Committee
    3. Member of Anti-Ragging committee

Year 2021-2022:

  1. Member of Anti-Ragging committee
  2. Member of Research and IPR Committee
  3. Member of Disciplinary Committee

Year 2024-2025:

  1. Member of Alumni Committee

National Law School of India University (NLSIU), P.O. Bag 7201, Nagarbhavi, Bangalore - 560 072, Karnataka, India

Year 2016 to 2020:

  1. Convener of IT Committee
    1. IT Policy was enacted and came into force from November 2019
    2. Audit Report on Network and Infrastructure of IT was taken for first time in NLSIU history
    3. Heat Map Survey was conducted
    4. Fluke Test was conducted
    5. Bandwidth of internet from BSNL was increased from 30 to 155 mbps
    6. Bandwidth of internet from Act was procured for 1 GB from 2019 November
    7. Wireless and LAN network was streamlined
    8. Cyberoam was introduced for security system
  2. Member of Internal Complaints Committee based on Sexual Harassment of Women (Prevention, Prohibition and Redressal act) 2013. (2018 to 2020)
  3. Member of Library Committee (2018 to 2020)
  4. Member of SC/ST Committee as per UGC Regulation
  5. Member of Student Exchange Programme Committee for Foreign Universities
  6. SBA Council Member (Academic Support Programme)
  7. Member of DARIC (Disciplinary Matters Advisory Review & Investigation Committee)
  8. Member of FCC (Faculty Class Council)

Year 2016 to 2017/18:

  1. Member of Under-Graduate Council (2nd Year Class Coordinator)

Year 2015 to 2016:

  1. Member of Under-Graduate Council (2nd Year Class Coordinator)
  2. Member of DARIC (Disciplinary Matters Advisory Review & Investigation Committee)
  3. Member of IT Committee
  4. Member of Faculty Class Council (FCC)
  1. Discuss academic and discipline of class
  2. Address grievances/suggestions of class
  3. Summoning undisciplined students
  4. Identify and help students who need more academic support

8.c. Other Services Rendered:

  1. Visiting Faculty for ‘Academy of Honest Politics,’ an initiative from Anti-Corruption Movement (Rg No. 349/2001) (www.anticorruptionchennai.com) from 13.03.2011 for government servants championing the cause of Anti- Corruption Movement in Chennai.
  2. Instrumental in establishing ‘Consumer Clubs’ in Chennai city schools and colleges with Department of Civil Supplies and Consumer Protection, Government of Tamil Nadu and received Certificate of Appreciation from Commissioner of Civil Supplies, Chennai for vital role played in creating consumer awareness in Chennai.
  3. Instrumental in creating awareness on Right to Information Act 2005 in Chennai city colleges and successfully used the act for downtrodden.
  4. Participated in the ‘UGC- Extension Activity on Community Awareness and Consumer Protection’ on 22.11.2007 conducted by ‘Department of Human Rights and Duties Education, Ethiraj College for Women (Autonomous), Chennai.

8.d. Research Collaborations/MOU’s entered with previous institution from 2020 to 2025:

  1. Centre for Human Security Studies (CHSS), Hyderabad.
  2. Takshashila Institution, Bangalore
  3. Rashtram School of Public Leadership (RSPL), Haryana
  4. COVINTS, Bangalore
  5. IMPRI, New Delhi

8.e. Professional Bodies Memberships:

  1. IPSA (Indian Political Science Association)- Life Member (No: 2053)
  2. IIPA (Indian Institute of Public Administration)- Life Member (No. L-12873).
  3. ISC (Indian Society of Criminology)- Life Member (No: 1462)
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