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Overview of the Course

History/Literature/Political Science (HLP)

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HLP is an interdisciplinary undergraduate programme designed to foster critical thinking, cultural awareness, and analytical skills. This course integrates the study of the past, the richness of literary traditions, and the dynamics of political thought, enabling students to explore the connections between historical events, cultural texts, and governance structures.

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Students gain a strong foundation in world and Indian history, political ideologies, and international relations, alongside exposure to diverse literary genres, critical theories, and interpretive methods. Courses in political philosophy, comparative politics, and gender studies further deepen their understanding of power, society, and cultural identities.

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The curriculum emphasizes interdisciplinary learning, combining classroom lectures with seminars, workshops, field visits, and research projects. By analyzing literature as a reflection of historical contexts and political realities, students develop interpretive and evaluative skills essential for both academic and professional growth.

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The programme also hones writing, communication, and research skills, preparing students to engage with contemporary debates in culture, history, and politics.
The HLP programme empowers women to critically engage with society and contribute meaningfully to academia and industry.

What will you Learn?

Explore the evolution of Indian civilization from the Indus Valley to the Gupta period, with a focus on archaeology, early religious practices, political institutions, and cultural transformations.

Gain a regional perspective by studying Telangana’s historical, cultural, and political developments—from Satavahanas to statehood movements—highlighting its role in shaping contemporary identity.

Examine how literature articulates ideas of power, identity, and morality across cultures, with a focus on the intersections of history, philosophy, and storytelling.

Develop skills in content writing and script writing by learning narrative structure, audience engagement, and adaptation of literary texts for modern platforms such as blogs, podcasts, stage, and screen.

Understand the structure, philosophy, and evolution of the Indian Constitution. Analyze key political institutions, electoral processes, and federal dynamics within India.

Discover the interdisciplinary richness of traditional Indian thought—including philosophy, linguistics, ethics, polity, and science—and its relevance in modern governance, law, and education.

Build strong analytical skills by comparing political systems, interpreting literary texts, and tracing historical change across regions and eras.

Career Prospects

  • Government and Civil Services – Opportunities in civil services, public administration, diplomacy, and law-making bodies where knowledge of history, politics, and culture is essential.
  • Media, Publishing, and Communication – Careers in publishing houses, cultural journalism, editing, content writing, and communication roles that value strong analytical and writing skills.
  • Policy and Consultancy – Opportunities as policy advisors, consultants, or analysts in think tanks, NGOs, and international organizations focusing on governance, development, and cultural issues.
  • Research and Academia – Provides a rewarding career path in higher studies and research with opportunities in universities, colleges, archives, and historical or political research institutes.
  • Cultural Institutions and Heritage – Roles in museums, heritage management, libraries, and cultural organizations requiring expertise in historical research and interpretation.
  • Education and Training – Teaching careers at schools, colleges, and training institutes with the possibility of combining pedagogy with research and curriculum development.
  • Digital Humanities and Technology – Opportunities in emerging fields where historical and literary data intersect with digital tools, opening paths in archival digitization, computational history, and cultural analytics.
  • International Relations and Development – Careers in global organizations, foreign service, and development agencies where interdisciplinary understanding of politics, history, and culture is essential.

Program Structure

Program Structure (2023-26) ▼
Semester 1 PDF Syllabus
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Course Type Course Title Course Code Hours/Week Credits Max Marks (CIA) Max Marks (Sem End) Total Duration (hrs)
CC English U24/ENG/CC/101 5 5 40 60 100 2
CC Second Language U24/SL/CC/101 4 4 40 60 100 2
AECC EVS U24/EVS/AECC/101 2 2 - 50 50 1
DSC I A History of Ancient India (Earliest times to Cholas) U24/HIS/DSC/101 5 5 40 60 100 2
DSC I B British Literature (16th - 17th Century) U24/LIT/DSC/101 5 5 40 60 100 2
DSC I C Understanding Political Theory U24/POL/DSC/101 5 5 40 60 100 2
NCGPA Human Values U24/HV/CC/101 1 1 - 25 25 1
Semester 2 PDF Syllabus
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Course Type Course Title Course Code Hours/Week Credits Max Marks (CIA) Max Marks (Sem End) Total Duration (hrs)
CC English U24/ENG/CC/201 5 5 40 60 100 2
CC Second Language U24/SL/CC/201 4 4 40 60 100 2
AECC Basic Computer Skills U24/BCS/CC/201 2 2 - 50 50 1
DSC II A History of Medieval India U24/HIS/DSC/201 5 5 40 60 100 2
DSC II B British Literature (18th - 19th Century) U24/LIT/DSC/201 5 5 40 60 100 2
DSC II C Constitution and Politics of India U24/POL/DSC/201 5 5 40 60 100 2
NCGPA Indian Knowledge System U24/IKS/CC/201 1 1 - 25 25 1
Semester 3 PDF Syllabus
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Course Type Course Title Course Code Hours/Week Credits Max Marks (CIA) Max Marks (Sem End) Total Duration (hrs)
CC English U24/ENG/CC/301 5 5 40 60 100 2
CC Second Language U24/SL/CC/301 3 3 40 60 100 2
DSC III A History of Modern India (1757–1964) U24/HIS/DSC/301 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC I Archive Management U24/HIS/SEC/301 2 2 20 30 50 1
DSC III B British Literature (20th Century) U24/LIT/DSC/301 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC I Introduction to Creative Writing U24/LIT/SEC/301 2 2 20 30 50 1
DSC III C Western Political Thought U24/POL/DSC/301 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC I Law in India U24/POL/SEC/301 2 2 20 30 50 1
Semester 4 PDF Syllabus
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Course Type Course Title Course Code Hours/Week Credits Max Marks (CIA) Max Marks (Sem End) Total Duration (hrs)
CC English U24/ENG/CC/401 5 5 40 60 100 2
CC Second Language U24/SL/CC/401 3 3 40 60 100 2
DSC IV A History of Telangana U24/HIS/DSC/401 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC II Museum Management U24/HIS/SEC/401 2 2 20 30 50 1
DSC IV B Indian Writing in English U24/LIT/DSC/401 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC II Academic Writing & Research Methodology U24/LIT/SEC/401 2 2 20 30 50 1
DSC IV C Introduction to International Relations U24/POL/DSC/401 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC II Election Studies and Public Opinion U24/POL/SEC/401 2 2 20 30 50 1
Semester 5 PDF Syllabus
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Course Type Course Title Course Code Hours/Week Credits Max Marks (CIA) Max Marks (Sem End) Total Duration (hrs)
CC Second Language U24/SL/CC/501 3 3 40 60 100 2
DSE I A World History (1453–1871) U24/HIS/DSE/501 5 5 40 60 100 2
Ancient World Civilizations U24/HIS/DSE/502 5 5 40 60 100 2
GE Travel and Tourism U24/HIS/GE/501 4 4 40 60 100 2
SEC III Research Methodology in History U24/HIS/SEC/501 2 2 20 30 50 1
DSE I B Introduction to Women’s Writing U24/LIT/DSE/501 5 5 40 60 100 2
Introduction to World Literature U24/LIT/DSE/502 5 5 40 60 100 2
GE English for Competitive Exams U24/ENG/GE/501 4 4 40 60 100 2
SEC III Content Writing & Script Writing U24/LIT/SEC/501 2 2 20 30 50 1
DSE I C Global Politics U24/POL/DSE/501 5 5 40 60 100 2
India and the World U24/POL/DSE/502 5 5 40 60 100 2
GE Conflict and Peace Studies U24/POL/GE/501 4 4 40 60 100 2
SEC III Inter-Governmental Organizations U24/POL/SEC/501 2 2 20 30 50 1
Semester 6 PDF Syllabus
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Course Type Course Title Course Code Hours/Week Credits Max Marks (CIA) Max Marks (Sem End) Total Duration (hrs)
CC Second Language U24/SL/CC/601 3 3 40 60 100 2
DSE II A World History (1872–1955) U24/HIS/DSE/601 5 5 40 60 100 2
History of Far East (1839–1950) U24/HIS/DSE/602 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC IV Understanding Heritage U24/HIS/SEC/601 2 2 20 30 50 1
PRJ Project U24/HIS/PRJ/601 4 4 40 60 100 2
DSE II B Literary Analysis and Application U24/LIT/DSE/601 5 5 40 60 100 2
Introduction to American Literature U24/LIT/DSE/602 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC IV Soft Skills U24/LIT/SEC/601 2 2 20 30 50 1
PRJ Project U24/LIT/PRJ/601 4 4 40 60 100 2
DSE II C Indian Political Thought U24/POL/DSE/601 5 5 40 60 100 2
Contemporary Political Theory U24/POL/DSE/602 5 5 40 60 100 2
SEC IV India’s Security Environment U24/POL/SEC/601 2 2 20 30 50 1
PRJ Project U24/POL/PRJ/601 4 4 40 60 100 2
Program Structure (w.e.f 2026-27) ▼
Semester 1 PDF Syllabus
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Course Type Course Title Course Code L (Lecture) P (Practical) Credits Max Marks (CIA) Max Marks (Sem End) Total Marks Duration (hrs)
AEC English U26/ENG/AEC/101 5 0 5 40 60 100 2
CC Second Language U26/SL/CC/101 5 0 5 40 60 100 2
DSC I History of Ancient India- Earliest times to Cholas U26/HIS/DSC/101 5 - 5 40 60 100 2
DSC I British Literature 16-17th Century U26/LIT/DSC/101 5 - 5 40 60 100 2
DSC I Understanding Political Theory U26/POL/DSC/101 5 - 5 40 60 100 2
Semester 2 PDF Syllabus
▼
Course Type Course Title Course Code L (Lecture) P (Practical) Credits Max Marks (CIA) Max Marks (Sem End) Total Marks Duration (hrs)
AEC English U26/ENG/AEC/201 5 0 5 40 60 100 2
CC Second Language U26/SL/CC/201 5 - 5 40 60 100 2
DSC I History of Medieval India U26/HIS/DSC/201 5 - 5 40 60 100 2
DSC I British Literature 18-19th Century U26/LIT/DSC/201 5 - 5 40 60 100 2
DSC I Western Political Thought U26/POL/DSC/201 5 - 5 40 60 100 2
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