Nsscollege, Pandalam

N.S.S.COLLEGE, PANDALAM PATHANAMTHITTA, KERALA. PIN 689 501 www.nsscollegepandalam.ac.in

SELF STUDY REPORT (For accreditation - Cycle 2)

Submitted to

THE NATIONAL ASSESSMENT & ACCREDITATION COUNCIL BANGALORE – 560 010

NOVEMBER 2013

PREFACE

N.S.S. College, Pandalam is one among the twenty five premier institutions of higher education, established by the Nair Service Society, the leading educational agency and social organisation. The founder, the Late Padmabhooshan Mannathu Padmanabhan was a great visionary and social reformer who believed that education is the most effective means of social reforms. The college started functioning as a second grade college in the year 1950 offering intermediate courses of the University of Travancore. More courses in the degree and post graduate levels were introduced in the successive years and at present with a total of fifteen degree courses, seven postgraduate programmes and the research programme in

Zoology, the college is recognised as a special grade postgraduate college affiliated to the

University of Kerala.

With a total strength of 103 teaching faculty, 80% have research degrees either Ph.D. or M.Phil. and 40 % are with doctorate degree. The student strength of the college is 2216.

The college was accredited at B++ level by NAAC in 2007. The suggestions made by NAAC during the first cycle of accreditation have helped a lot in acquiring the present status of the college. The college keeps its tradition and identity in the higher education scenario through its vision “Sreyohi Jnanam Abhyasath” – Knowledge indeed is superior to constant practice.

The college is moving forward with a mission to educate and illuminate the young generation with values and tradition.

Pandalam Dr.M.Jayasree 13.11.2013 Principal

Executive Summary

N.S.S. College, Pandalam is one of the premier institutions of higher education managed by Nair Service Society, a leading educational agency and a social organization.

The college started functioning as a second grade college in the year 1950 offering intermediate courses of the University of Travancore. The college was accredited by NAAC at B++ grade in 2007. Currently there are fifteen undergraduate courses, seven postgraduate courses and research programme in Zoology. The college keeps its tradition and identity in the higher education scenario of Kerala especially through the manner and the mode of implementing the curricular aspects in such a way so as to fulfill the vision, mission and the goal of the college. The college offers diverse courses in Arts, Science, Humanities and

Commerce. Quality, being the watch word in the field of higher education, the college takes special attention to equip its faculty up to date and efficient through various academic programmes introduced internally as well as enabling them to participate in the faculty improvement programmes initiated by UGC and other academic monitoring bodies.

Research being the most potential area of higher education, the college takes maximum care and attention to promote a research culture among the faculty and students.

The college has been successful in completing five major research projects and nineteen minor projects funded by various funding agencies such as UGC, DST, DRDO, Kerala State

Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Ratan Tata Trust & Centre for

Development studies, etc in the last five years. Three major projects and twelve minor projects are currently active in the college. The research centre of the college has produced seven Ph.D. thesis in the last five years and at present, there are 14 research scholars doing active research leading to Ph.D. The department of Chemistry of the college has availed financial assistance of Rs. 45,40,000/- (Rupees Forty Five lakhs and Forty Thousand only)

3 under the FIST Scheme of Department of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, for the infrastructure development and purchase of equipments during 2007-08. Further, a major research project with an outlay of Rs.23,75,000/- (Rupees Twenty Three lakh and Seventy

Five Thousand only) has been recently completed in the department of Zoology with the financial assistance from Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment under SARD scheme.

The college runs twenty six value added programmes comprising twenty two certificate courses, three add-on courses and one short term course in computer application.

The college has produced several ranks in the University examinations during the past five years. The demand ratio for various courses is very high. The college has various programmes for slow learners, advanced learners and differently abled students. Active participation of students from this college in the cultural activities and sports activities in the

University level is ensured every year. 12 faculties attended refresher course, 18 attended orientation courses, three attended HRD programmes and five attended staff training conducted by Universities during last five years. 30% of faculties were invited as resource persons in seminars; 60% of faculty has attended seminars and workshops and 65% of faculty has presented papers in seminars and workshops during the past five years. Three faculty members got national research awards and one could bag a patent for his research discovery.

The college is publishing an international multidisciplinary science journal, „Science

Chronicle‟ with ISSN number. The faculty published 82 research papers in national and international journals, 7 popular articles three books and four book chapters during the past five years. The college is offering several free consultancy in various departments and several ecofriendly extension activities were conducted. The college has a plastic free campus, using renewable energy source and has efficient waste disposal system. College has a large library, gymnasium, girl‟s hostel, auditorium, three seminar halls, computer lab and a large play ground. College office is fully automated and library automated with „Grandha‟ software.

A strong IQAC exist in the college. Alumni of the college is vast and diverse. The college has several student centric and community oriented best practices. The college has to its credit many innovative practices such as PG interdisciplinary seminars, synopsis evaluation, bridge courses, collegiums, value added programmes, Vayanakoottam (readers‟ forum), yoga classes, peer teaching and refereed journal publication. The college faculty is well represented in the University bodies as members of Senate, Syndicate, Academic

Council, Faculty and Board of Studies. The institution has collaboration with several prominent institutions of the state and neighboring states.

Further, the college offers several extension services to the outside community especially in socially relevant matters. Extension activities useful to the rural community especially the local farmers are carried out by most of the departments. In order to run these programmes successfully, the college has established linkages at various levels with regional, national and international institutions. In its long history that spans over half a century, the

College has been trying to cater to the academic needs of the student community at its best along with the social and cultural warmth spread to the larger world outside. The institution has an impeccable record of providing value based education displaying sensitivity to the changing educational, social and market demands. The college offers quality education by introducing a holistic approach in its academic pursuit. Students are assured maximum exposure through the various co-curricular and extracurricular activities organised by the institution. The College and the faculty in fact are very keen in providing quality education by assuring a peaceful, learner friendly, progressive and democratic ambience in fulfilling its noble vision, mission and goal.

CONTENTS

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A. PROFILE OF THE COLLEGE ………………………………...... 8

B. CRITERION-WISE INPUT 1. Criterion I: Curricular Aspects …………………………………..20 2. Criterion II: Teaching-Learning and Evaluation………….…….44 3. Criterion III: Research, Consultancy and Extension ……..…….79 4. Criterion IV: Infrastructure and Learning Resources……….…121 5. Criterion V: Student Support and Progression ………………..135 6. Criterion VI: Governance, Leadership and Management…….149 7. Criterion VII: Innovations and Best Practices ………………....165

C. EVALUATIVE REPORT OF THE DEPARTMENTS  Department of English………………….…………………….176  Department of Hindi…………………….……………………182  Department of Malayalam…………………….……………..188  Department of Sanskrit…………………….…………………192  Department of Biochemistry…………………………………197  Department of Botany……………………………………...... 206  Department of Chemistry…………………………………….211  Department of Mathematics……………………………….…219  Department of Physics………………………………………..223  Department of Zoology…………………………………….…234  Department of Economics…………………………………….247  Department of History………………………………………...258  Department of Political Science………………………………264  Department of Commerce…………………………………….268

D. POST ACCREDITATION INITIATIVES………………….……...…275

E. DECLARATION BY THE HEAD OF THE INSTITUTION….…...277

PROFILE OF THE COLLEGE

1. Name and address of the college:

Name: N.S.S. COLLEGE Address: PANDALAM. P. O., PATHANAMTHITTA DISTRICT, KERALA

City: PANDALAM Pin: 689501 State: KERALA Website: www.nsscollegepandalam.ac.in

2. For communication:

Designation Name Telephone Mobile Fax Email with STD code Principal Dr.M.Jayasree O: 04734-252240 9895455304 +91-4734252240 nsscollegepandalam@ R: gmail.com Vice - O: - - - - Principal R: - Steering Dr.M.G.Sanal Kumar O: 04734-252221 9446190394 +91-4734252240 mgsanalkumar Committee R: @gmail.com Co-ordinator

3. Status of the of Institution : Affiliated College  Constituent College Any other (specify)

4. Type of Institution: a. By Gender i. For Men ii. For Women iii. Co-education 

b. By shift i. Regular  ii. Day iii. Evening 5. Is it a recognized minority institution? Yes No  If yes specify the minority status (Religious/linguistic/ any other) and provide documentary evidence. NA 6. Source of funding: Government Grant-in-aid  Self-financing Any other

7. a. Date of establishment of the college: 25-1-1950

b. University to which the college is affiliated /or which governs the college (If it is a constituent college) University of Kerala

c. Details of UGC recognition: Under Section Date, Month & Year Remarks (dd-mm-yyyy) (If any) i. 2 (f) NA The College was established before 1956 ii. 12 (B) NA The College was established before 1956 (Enclose the Certificate of recognition u/s 2 (f) and 12 (B) of the UGC Act)

d. Details of recognition/approval by statutory/regulatory bodies other than UGC (AICTE, NCTE, MCI, DCI, PCI, RCI etc.) Under Recognition/Approval details Day, Month and Validity Remarks Section/clause Institution/Department/ Year Programme (dd-mm-yyyy) i. NA - - - ii. NA - - - iii. NA - - - iv. NA - - -

8. Does the affiliating university Act provide for conferment of autonomy (as recognized by the UGC), on its affiliated colleges? Yes No 

If yes, has the College applied for availing the autonomous status? Yes No 9. Is the college recognized a. by UGC as a College with Potential for Excellence (CPE)? Yes No  If yes, date of recognition: …………………… (dd/mm/yyyy) b. for its performance by any other governmental agency? Yes No  If yes, Name of the agency …………………… and Date of recognition: …………………… (dd/mm/yyyy)

10. Location of the campus and area in sq.mts: Location Rural Campus area in sq. mts. 1,09,265 m2 Built up area in sq. mts. 96000m2 (* Urban, Semi-urban, Rural, Tribal, Hilly Area, Any others specify)

11. Facilities available on the campus (Tick the available facility and provide numbers or other details at appropriate places) or in case the institute has an agreement with other agencies in using any of the listed facilities provide information on the facilities covered under the agreement.  Auditorium/seminar complex with infrastructural facilities 

 Sports facilities

 play ground 

 swimming pool

 gymnasium   Hostel  Boys‟ hostel

i. Number of hostels: Nil ii. Number of inmates

 Girls‟ hostel 

i. Number of hostels 1

ii. Number of inmates 76 iii. Facilities  a. Telephone b. Internet c. Canteen d. Recreation Centre  Working women‟s hostel The college has tie-up with N.S.S. Working women‟s hostel situated 1 Km away from the campus which is under the same corporate management of the institution. The hostel provides boarding and lodging facilities for women students and staff of the college on room availability basis. i. Number of inmates 112

ii. Facilities  a. Reading room b. Canteen c. Telephone facility d. Audio-visual room e. Internet facility  Residential facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff (give numbers available -- cadre wise) N.S.S. Working women‟s hostel has provision for boarding and lodging facilities for teaching and non-teaching staff of the college. At present, 8 teachers are utilizing the said residential facility.  Cafeteria The college has a canteen within the campus with provisions for tea-time snacks, beverages, light and heavy meals for all the staff and students from 9.00 am to 5.00 pm on all working days.

 Health centre The college has tie-up with N.S.S Medical Mission Super Specialty Hospital and Mannam Ayurveda Co-operative Medical College Hospital, both situated a kilometer away from the campus, in terms of all sorts of medical help and assistance to the students and staff of this college whenever necessary. Both hospitals have facilities for first aid, inpatient, outpatient, emergency care, ICU, Ambulance and a wide range of super specialties. Health centre staff – Qualified doctor Full time 40 Part-time 6

Qualified Nurse Full time 6 Part-time 8  Facilities like banking, post office, book shops For the benefits of students and staff, the college has made linkage with State Bank of Travancore and Syndicate Bank, both located near the campus, for banking purposes. Students‟ welfare related transactions has well been taken care by State Bank of Travancore and special attention is given in this regard by the bank.

 Transport facilities to cater to the needs of students and staff The college does not have transport facilities of its own. However, on the basis of a special request of the college management to Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, a students‟ only bus has been sanctioned and started in the route Mavelikara to Pandalam, Adoor to Pandalam and Chengannur to Pandalam in morning and evening hours. The students resort to public as well as private means of transportation.

 Animal house Nil

 Biological waste disposal Disposal of biological waste is done utilizing a couple of combustion wells and an incinerator.

 Generator or other facility for management/regulation of electricity and voltage There are six independent heavy duty generators in the college for the management of uninterrupted supply of electricity.

 Solid waste management facility – Nil

 Waste water management – Nil

 Water harvesting – Nil

12. Details of programmes offered by the college (Give data for current academic year) Sl. Programme Name of the Duration Entry Medium of Sanctioned/ No. of N Level Programme/ Qualification instruction approved students o Course Student admitted strength B.A. English 6 semesters +2 or English 166 166 1 Language & equivalent Literature B.A. Malayalam 6 semesters +2 or Malayalam 144 130 2 Language & equivalent Literature B.A. Hindi 6 semesters +2 or Hindi 120 110 3 Language & equivalent Literature B.A. Sanskrit 6 semesters +2 or Sanskrit 120 30 4 Language & equivalent Literature B.A.Economics 6 semesters +2 or English 360 350 5 equivalent B.A.History 6 semesters +2 or English 180 170 6 equivalent B.A. Political 6 semesters +2 or English 180 172 7

Graduate equivalent

- Science B.Sc. 6 semesters +2 or English 64 60 8 equivalent

Under Biochemistry B.Sc. 6 semesters +2 or English 165 163 9 Mathematics equivalent 6 semesters +2 or English 150 10 B.Sc. Physics 141 equivalent B.Sc. Chemistry 6 semesters +2 or English 150 150 11 equivalent B.Sc. Botany 6 semesters +2 or English 111 109 12 equivalent B.Sc. Zoology 6 semesters +2 or English 111 107 13 equivalent B.Com. Finance 6 semesters +2 or English 190 190 14 equivalent B.Com. Tax 6 semesters +2 or English 112 112 15 Procedure & equivalent Practice M.A.English 4 semesters 3 yr/6 sem English 16 16 basic degree 16 Language & Literature M.A. Economics 4 semesters 3 yr/6 sem English 20 20 17

basic degree Graduate - M.Sc. Physics 4 semesters 3 yr/6 sem English 13 13 18

basic degree Post M.Sc. Chemistry 4 semesters 3 yr/6 sem English 16 16 19 basic degree

M.Sc. Botany 4 semesters 3 yr/6 sem English 13 13 20 basic degree M.Sc. Zoology 4 semesters 3 yr/6 sem English 13 13 21 basic degree M.Com. 4 semesters 3 yr/6 sem English 16 16 22 basic degree Ph.D. Programme Full-time: M.Sc. English 4 Ph.D. 23 in Zoology Part-time: Zoology or 9 equivalent English for 30 hours UG/PG English 30 30 24 communication student of the college Malayalam 30 hours UG/PG Malayalam 25 25 25 computing & student of Blogging the college Spoken Hindi 30 hours UG/PG Hindi 25 25 26 student of the college Spoken 30 hours UG/PG Sanskrit 20 20 27 Sanskrit student of the college Relevance & 30 hours UG/PG Sanskrit 30 30 28 Moral values of student of Sanskrit the college Investment 30 hours UG/PG English 35 35 Analysis & student of 29 Portfolio the college

Management Travel & 30 hours UG/PG English 30 30 30 Tourism student of the college Ornamental 30 hours UG/PG English 30 30 Fish Culture & student of 31 Aquarium the college Certificate courses Certificate management Computer 30 hours UG/PG English 26 26 32 applications in student of Life sciences the college Computational 30 hours PG student English 20 20 33 Chemistry of the chemistry Instrumentation 30 hours UG/PG English 15 15 34 student of the college MS Office 30 hours UG/PG English 35 skills student of the college Hardware 30 hours UG/PG English 35 35 36 assembly and student of Servicing the college Pain and 30 hours UG/PG English 20 20 37 palliative care student of training the college

Gardening and 30 hours UG/PG English 32 32 38 horticulture student of practice the college Tax 30 hours UG/PG English 30 30 39 practitioners student of course the college Computer aided 30 hours UG/PG English 37 37 40 communication student of course the college Coaching 30 hours UG/PG English 45 45 41 programme for student of entry in service the college Environmental 30 hours UG/PG English 40 40 42 awareness student of the college Jewellery 30 hours UG/PG English 40 40 making women 43 student of the college Fabric painting 30 hours UG/PG English 40 40 women 44 student of the college Library & 30 hours UG/PG English 30 30 45 Information student of science the college Computer 30 hours UG/PG English 45 45 46 student of the college E-banking 350 hours UG student English 40 40 47 of commerce Any other E-marketing 350 hours UG student English 40 40 48 (Add-on of commerce courses) Risk & 350 hours UG student English 37 37 49 insurance of commerce management Integrated Programme Nil - - - - - P G M.Phil. Nil - - - - - UG Nil - - - - - Diploma PG Nil - - - - - Diploma Does the college offer self-financed Programmes? Yes No  If yes, how many? 13. New programmes introduced in the college during the last five years if any?

Yes No  Number

14. List the departments: (respond if applicable only and do not list facilities like Library, Physical Education as departments, unless they are also offering academic degree awarding programmes. Similarly, do not list the departments offering common compulsory subjects for all the programmes like English, regional languages etc.) Particulars UG PG Research 1. Biochemistry 1. Physics 1. Zoology 2. Mathematics 2. Chemistry 3. Physics 3. Botany Science 4. Chemistry 4. Zoology 5. Botany 6. Zoology 1. English 1. English 2. Malayalam 2. Economics 3. Hindi Arts 4. Sanskrit - 5. History 6. Economics 7. Political Science 1. Commerce 1. Commerce (Finance) Commerce 2. Commerce - (Tax Procedure & Practice) Any Other not covered above - - -

15. Number of Programmes offered under (Programme means a degree course like BA, BSc,MA,M.Com…) a. annual system b. semester system 23 c. trimester system 16. Number of Programmes with a. Choice Based Credit System 15 b. Inter/Multidisciplinary Approach 14 c. Any other ( specify and provide details) i. Add-on courses 3 ii. Value added programmes 22 iii. Short-term course 1

17. Does the college offer UG and/or PG programmes in Teacher Education? Yes No  If yes, a. Year of Introduction of the programme(s)………………. (dd/mm/yyyy) and number of batches that completed the programme NA b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: …………………………………… Date: …………………………… (dd/mm/yyyy) Validity:……………………….. NA c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Teacher Education Programme separately? NA Yes No

18. Does the college offer UG or PG programme in Physical Education? Yes No  If yes, a. Year of Introduction of the programme(s)………………. (dd/mm/yyyy) and number of batches that completed the programme NA b. NCTE recognition details (if applicable) Notification No.: …………………………………… Date: …………………………… (dd/mm/yyyy) Validity:…………………… NA c. Is the institution opting for assessment and accreditation of Physical Education Programme separately? NA Yes No 19. Number of teaching and non-teaching positions in the Institution Positions Teaching faculty Professor Associate Assistant Non-teaching Technical Professor Professor staff staff

*M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F *M *F Sanctioned by the 22 26 26 29 45 07 04 00 UGC / University / State Government Recruited 22 26 24 27 45 07 04 00 Yet to recruit 02 02 Sanctioned by the 22 26 26 29 45 07 04 00 Management/society or other authorized bodies Recruited 22 26 24 27 45 07 04 00 Yet to recruit 02 02 *M-Male *F-Female

20. Qualifications of the teaching staff:

Highest Professor Associate Assistant Total qualification Professor Professor Male Female Male Female Male Female Permanent teachers D.Sc./D.Litt. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Ph.D. 0 0 13 13 7 8 41 M.Phil. 0 0 9 16 8 8 41 PG 0 0 6 9 8 8 31 Temporary teachers Ph.D. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 M.Phil. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 PG 0 0 0 0 0 10 10 Part-time teachers Ph.D. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 M.Phil. 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 PG 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

21. Number of Visiting Faculty /Guest Faculty engaged with the College. 50

23. Furnish the number of the students admitted to the college during the last four academic years. Categories Year 1 Year 2 Year 3 Year 4 (2009-10) (2010-11) (2011-12) (2012-13) Male Female Male Female Male Female Male Female SC 55 350 48 362 45 370 32 381 ST 1 3 2 5 2 4 0 2 OBC 75 200 74 210 62 202 50 225 General 340 932 335 940 325 955 340 981 Others 23 28 22 10 12 15 29 25

24. Details on students enrollment in the college during the current academic year:

Type of students UG PG M. Phil. Ph.D. Total Students from the same state where 1872 193 0 14 2079 the college is located Students from other states of India 0 0 0 0 0 NRI students 0 0 0 0 0 Foreign students 0 0 0 0 0 Total 1872 193 0 14 2079

25. Dropout rate in UG and PG (average of the last two batches)

UG 11.2% PG Nil

26. Unit Cost of Education (Unit cost = total annual recurring expenditure (actual) divided by total number of students enrolled) (a) including the salary component Rs.52,482/- (b) excluding the salary component Rs.15,608/- 17

27. Does the college offer any programme/s in distance education mode (DEP)? Yes No  If yes, a) is it a registered centre for offering distance education programmes of another University NA Yes No

Name of the University which has granted such registration. NA

b) Number of programmes offered NA c) Programmes carry the recognition of the Distance Education Council. NA Yes No 28. Provide Teacher-student ratio for each of the programme/course offered 1:30 for all courses 29. Is the college applying for Accréditation : Cycle 1 Cycle 2  Cycle 3 Cycle 4 Re-Assessment: (Cycle 1refers to first accreditation and Cycle 2, Cycle 3 and Cycle 4 refers to re-accreditation) 30. Date of accreditation* (applicable for Cycle 2, Cycle 3, Cycle 4 and re-assessment only) Cycle 1: 31/03/2007 (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result B++ [Institutional score 82.00] Cycle 2: …………………… (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result…….. Cycle 3: …………………… (dd/mm/yyyy) Accreditation Outcome/Result…….. * Kindly enclose copy of accreditation certificate(s) and peer team report(s) as an annexure. 31. Number of working days during the last academic year. 197 32. Number of teaching days during the last academic year (Teaching days means days on which lectures were engaged excluding the examination days) 179 33. Date of establishment of Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) IQAC 01/04/2007 (dd/mm/yyyy)

34. Details regarding submission of Annual Quality Assurance Reports (AQAR) to NAAC. AQAR (i) (2007-08) 31/03/2008 (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (ii) (2008-09) 31/03/2009 (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (iii) (2009-10) 04/11/2013 (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (iv) (2010-11) 04/11/2013 (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (v) (2011-12) 11/11/2013 (dd/mm/yyyy) AQAR (vi) (2012-13) 11/11/2013 (dd/mm/yyyy)

 Any other relevant data (not covered above) the college would like to include. (Do not include explanatory/descriptive information): College has a department of Physical Education with two faculty members, one associate professor (on long leave) and one assistant professor.

CRITERION-WISE INPUT

CRITERION I: CURRICULAR ASPECTS 1.1 Curriculum Planning and Implementation N.S.S College, Pandalam is affiliated to University of Kerala and we follow the newly introduced syllabi under Choice Based Credit –Semester System(CBCSS) framed by the University for different courses. The Vision of the institute is “Imparting knowledge to gain wisdom and to liberate the individual from all bondages to build up a better world”. In addition to the existing courses we have started certificate courses, value added programmes and three add on courses as suggested by NAAC for the betterment of students. Curriculum of add on courses are framed with a view of developing an all round and wholesome personality among students with a wider national and global interest.

1.1.1 State the vision, mission and objectives of the institution, and describe how these are communicated to the students, teachers, staff and other stakeholders.

VISION Imparting knowledge to gain wisdom and to liberate the individual from all bondages to build up a better world. The line taken from the Bhagavat Gita, “Sreyohi Njanam Abhyasath” -Knowledge indeed is superior to constant practice- inscribed in the college emblem embodies the vision of the college. MISSION To educate and illuminate the young generation to build up a strong and progressive nation where the rich values and traditions are upheld. The college is established for providing educational opportunities for the young men and women of our country irrespective of their religion, caste or creed. The college aims at the integral development of the personality of the students by providing such education and training which enables them: . To think freely and to be firm on principles . To preserve and encourage noble values . To develop good character and personality and become citizens who are assets to society Through academic excellence, development of skills and character formation, the college hopes to produce committed and inspired young men and women with a holistic approach to life. The goals and objectives of the college are clearly stated in the college handbook.

1.1.2 How does the institution develop and deploy action plans for effective implementation of the curriculum? Give details of the process and substantiate through specific example(s). The college is being administered by the Principal with the advice and assistance of the college council constituted by the relevant provisions laid down in the University Act and the guidelines issued by the Management.

The college takes utmost care and importance in the effective implementation of the curriculum. College council, the apex decision making body of the college, controls the activities of curriculum through CLMC and DLMC. Monitoring of the programmes is done at two levels –Department level and College level.

1.Department Level Monitoring Committee(DLMC) Each department has constituted a department level monitoring committee for implementing credit and semester system (Degree program) effectively. The Head of the department , faculty advisor and DMLC convener of each department monitor ,coordinate and implement the curricular activities through the class tutors both for Degree programmes and Post Graduate programmes. The committee also monitors the optimal distribution and allocation of syllabus and dissertation works of each semester among the faculty and students. The UGC aided add on course, value added programmes and certificate courses are coordinated and implemented by a committee including Head of the Department, Course co-ordinator and co-ordinator of the course concerned.

2. College Level Monitoring Committee(CLMC) A college level committee consisting of the Principal, Heads of all departments, Convener of IQAC, Chairman and Convener of the Reaccreditation Cell constitute the CLMC. The Principal is the chairperson, the responsibility of deploying and over all supervision for the conduct of the program is done by the convener of the CLMC. The IQAC monitors the programmes conducted by the Nature Club, Women Study Unit and the Library and Information Services. A college level academic calendar is prepared in the beginning of every academic year by the academic audit cell. The calendar of the college is prepared in accordance with University calendar for every semester. It comprises details of instructional hours, schedule for preparation and submission of assignments, presentation of seminars, group discussions, internal examinations and end semester

evaluation. Details of social and extension activities included in the third and fourth semester Undergraduate courses are also included in the calendar. Schedule for synopsis presentation, evaluation of research project and presentation are among the action plan for research curriculum of Postgraduate students.

1.1.3 What type of support (procedural and practical) do the teachers receive (from the University and/or institution) for effectively translating the curriculum and improving teaching practices? At University Level 1. During the transition phase of annual scheme to Choice Based Credit and Semester System at Undergraduate level, the University has given ample support to the teachers of the department by means of :  Providing resource persons to conduct workshop on Programme structure, grading systems and evaluation reforms.  Providing handbooks on rules and regulations of the scheme  Providing guidelines for organization of Department Level Monitoring Committee and their functions  Providing online access through University portal for all academic correspondences. 2. University conducts periodic meeting of Board of Studies in all subjects ensuring participation of subject teachers from the departments for the purpose of monitoring the present syllabus and for feedback from the subject teachers. 3. Further, University has implemented necessary revisions required in the syllabus with the approval of academic council, which helps in effective translation.

At Institutional Level The College and its management give ample support to the departments and its faculty for effective translation and for enhancing competence in several means:  The College management support, encourage and permit the needed faculty to participate in Orientation Courses, Refresher courses, Short-term training programmes and Workshops and the college authorities make re-arrangement of class hours of the faculty concerned as and when required.  The institution provides sufficient teaching and learning aids such as DLP, OHP, Computers, interactive smart boards, smart class rooms and network systems including internet facilities for improving teaching practice and effective transactions of curriculum.

 Workshops have been conducted by the Internal Quality Assurance Cell of the college in collaboration with popular educationists for introducing innovations in teaching, learning and evaluation to the teachers of the department.  The research forum of the college has taken initiative to support all the departments to organize regional, state, national and international level seminars and workshops which provide ample opportunity for its faculty and students to stay abreast of the latest developments in the subject area.  Further, the research forum of the college support the faculty of the all departments to carry out research projects in the department and research leading to Ph.D., which obviously facilitates the academic stakeholders of the department to develop research-oriented teaching and learning.

1.1.4 Specify the initiatives taken up or contribution made by the institution for effective curriculum delivery and transaction on the Curriculum provided by the affiliating University or other statutory agency.  For ensuring the quality of curricular transactions there functions a College Level Monitoring Committee which is a linking body between the departments and the University. The CLMC of the college assist the departments in preparing a framework and action plan for the delivery of curriculum in accordance with the University Academic Calendar, every academic session. The same body has formulated a general time-table for all departments for the smooth running of class hours.

 Resource materials and formats for assignments and grading has been provided to the department by the college in addition to the regular conduct of internal examinations by the internal examination committee of the college for the purpose of continuous assessment of students.

 Workshops have been conducted by IQAC of the College for the teachers to familiarise with new schemes of CBCSS programmes, grading systems and evaluation reforms, for the purpose of effective curriculum delivery.

 Education technology upgradation in the department is being done by the institution in a periodic basis for effective curriculum transactions. As per the requirement, the college provides teaching and learning aids such as DLP, OHP, computers and network systems including internet facilities.

 For practical sessions and science laboratories, the purchase committee of the college monitors and ensures regular supply of resource materials such as 23

specimens, chemicals, glasswares, equipments, reference books and journals in a time bound manner.

 The college arranges field trips for students to visit various ecosystems and research institutes within state and out-of-station visits as it is necessary part of curriculum for final Semester UG and PG programmes of the department.

1.1.5 How does the institution network and interact with beneficiaries such as industry, research bodies and the university in effective operationalisation of the curriculum? The institution has network with several research bodies for effective operationalization of the curriculum. The college has applied for student research project scheme from Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment and has availed funds for carrying our research at student level in science programmes. Further, the departments keep linkage and collaboration with various organizations for carrying out the research projects of students.

1.1.6 What are the contributions of the institution and/or its staff members to the development of the curriculum by the University?(number of staff members/departments represented on the Board of Studies, student feedback, teacher feedback, stakeholder feedback provided, specific suggestions etc. Curriculum design is done by duly constituted academic bodies like the academic council, the faculty, the board of studies, etc. The members of the academic bodies are assigned the task of curriculum design and modulation, syllabus updating and revision, policy formulation, etc. It is noteworthy that 8 members of the faculty of the college have been participating in curriculum designing bodies for the last five years. Presently one among the faculty represents as academic council member of the University, two among the faculty represent as senate members of the University, 7 represent as members of board of studies and one in faculty of University

It is also remarkable that one faculty represent as Member on Syndicate in an external University for Sanskrit, which is also a good contribution to higher education sector at National level by the college community.

Details of faculty associated with academic/ administrative bodies at University level for curriculum planning and implementation NAME OF SUBJECT/ SL. NAME OF NAME OF ACADEMIC BODY/ AREA OF NO MEMBER UNIVERSITY COMMITTEE OPERATION Sree Sankara 1 University Syndicate Dr.D.Gopimohan University of Sanskrit 2 University Senate Prof.B.Harikumar University of Kerala 3 University Senate Prof.P.Harikrishna University of Kerala University Academic 4 Zoology Dr.M.G.Sanalkumar University of Kerala Council 3 Board of Studies Zoology R.S. Balamurali M.G. University 4 Board of Studies History K.Sreelatha University of Kerala 5 Board of Studies Botany S. Jayadev University of Kerala Dr. G. Prasanna 6 Board of Studies Biotechnology University of Kerala Kumar Dr. S. Radhamani 7 Board of Studies Sanskrit University of Kerala Amma S. Janardhana 8 Board of Studies Commerce University of Kerala Kurup 9 Board of Studies Management A.S. Vinod University of Calicut 10 Question paper setting Commerce Dr. B. Gopakumar University of Calicut Dr. B. Padmavathy Kannur and Calicut 11 Question paper setting History Amma University 12 Question paper setting Zoology P. Vinod M.G. University 13 Faculty Commerce Dr.V.G.Lathabhai University of Kerala

1.1.7 Does the institution develop curriculum for any of the courses offered (other than those under the purview of the affiliating university) by it? If „yes‟, give details on the process (‟Needs Assessment‟, design, development and planning) and the courses for which the curriculum has been developed.

Yes. The College has developed curriculum for value added programmes which are programmes other than those courses under the purview of the affiliating University. The institution offers twenty six value added programmes comprised of twenty two certificate courses, three add-on courses and one short-term course for skill development purposes. The normal duration of the certificate programme is 30 hrs during any semester of the UG programme. But for the UGC aided add on courses it shall be one year and there shall be at least 350 hrs of instruction. These programmes are aimed at apt placement for its outgoing students in a globally competing career environment. Further, the students are encouraged to learn the core concepts through „learning by doing‟ for self sustaining purposes and to focus on the pre-requisites of the companies offering jobs after the course. A student can take up a programme one at a time in each semester and a „course certificate‟ will be awarded by the

college upon successfully completing the programme. Enlisted below the Value added programmes run by the college: Sl. Offering Department Programme No. 1 English English for communication 2 Malayalam Malayalam computing & Blogging 3 Hindi Spoken Hindi 4 Sanskrit Samskritha Sambhashana Sibiram 5 Sanskrit Relevance & Moral values of Sanskrit 6 Economics Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management 7 History Travel & Tourism 8 Zoology Ornamental Fish Culture & Aquarium management 9 Zoology Computer applications in Life sciences 10 Chemistry Computational Chemistry (for PG only) 11 Chemistry Instrumentation 12 Chemistry MS Office skills 13 Physics Hardware assembly and Servicing 14 Physics Pain and palliative care training 15 Botany Gardening and horticulture practice 16 Commerce Tax practitioners course 17 Commerce Computer aided communication course 18 Commerce E-banking (add-on) 19 Commerce E-marketing (add-on) 20 Commerce Risk & insurance management (add-on) 21 Political Science Coaching programme for entry in service 22 Nature club Environmental awareness 23 Women‟s Study Unit Jewellery making 24 Women‟s Study Unit Fabric painting 25 Library & Information Centre Library & Information science 26 Computer club Basics of Computer (short term)

1.1.8 How does institution anlayse/ensure that the stated objectives of curriculum are achieved in the course of implementation? The College has developed specific strategies for achieving objectives of the curriculum. The formulated institutional strategies are:

 Quality education through rigorous curricular transaction, obligatory value added programmes, EHV modules, talent search, soft skill development and placement services.  Mandatory systematic and scientific initiation into the respective discipline at entry level  Synergy of curricular and co-curricular activities and Flexibility in transactional strategies  Horizontal mobility through value added programmes  Programmes for advanced learners to promote their pursuit of excellence  Promotion of Research, consultancy and extension  Symbiotic relationship with outside academic community through „Collegium, the domain of debate and discourse‟  Remedial coaching for slow learners and under-achievers  Academic and administrative accountability

The academic audit committee of the college, with the Principal as chairman, along with College Level Monitoring Committee monitors and ensures the implementation of academic activities for achieving the objective and goals of the institution. Academic activity of each department is monitored by the Principal through a work register updated by the department daily. Instructional hours engaged, seminars, assignments, social and extension activities, club activities, research projects of students, library hours, department level meetings, tutorial hours, parent-teacher meetings, attendance, internal examinations, etc can be monitored through work register and from the monthly reports from faculty advisors, Heads of departments, Club Co-ordinators and various committee conveners. These reports are analysed by the academic audit cell and improvement needed is informed to departments concerned as and when required. Feedback from the students and parents through written form in the proforma and through parent-teacher meetings are collected, compiled and analysed by the Heads of departments. The reports are submitted to the Principal for necessary analysis and follow-ups. 1.2.1 Specifying the goals and objectives give details of the certificate/diploma/ skill development courses etc., offered by the institution. Professional skill development among student community has been a key component of the curriculum of this college. The conventional courses offered by the college are changed to something more important, useful and more relevant to given needs. The otherwise common curriculum is enriched by supplementary 27

components which are pursued parallelly through horizontal mobility. This is a strategy to widen the skill base of undergraduates by making it obligatory for them to choose a course of their choice. Value addition is crucial to enhance employability. The college runs twenty six value added programmes comprised of twenty two certificate courses, three add-on courses and one short-term course for skill development purposes. The normal duration of the certificate programme is 30 hrs during any semester of the UG programme. But for the UGC aided add on courses it shall be one year and there shall be at least 350 hrs of instruction. These programmes are aimed at apt placement for its outgoing students in a globally competing career environment. Further, the students are encouraged to learn the core concepts through „learning by doing‟ for self sustaining purposes and to focus on the pre-requisites of the companies offering jobs after the course. A student can take up a programme one at a time in each semester and a „course certificate‟ will be awarded by the college upon successfully completing the programme. Enlisted below the Value added programmes run by the college along with specific objectives: Sl. Offering Programme Specific Objectives No. Department 1 English English for  Develop language skills for effective communication communication 2 Malayalam Malayalam  To create language oriented computer computing & awareness Blogging 3 Hindi Spoken Hindi  To understand different forms of Hindi  To develop communication skills in Hindi language  To inculcate values of communication 4 Sanskrit Samskritha  To enhance speaking skills of students Sambhashana Sibiram (short term) 5 Sanskrit Relevance & Moral  To create an oriental outlook on life through values of Sanskrit highlighting the ethical aspects and moral values.  To enrich the morality of the students and include poetic sense.  To create self-discipline, secular outlook on life and a sense of fraternity and solidarity among students. 6 Economics Investment Analysis  To develop a comprehensive knowledge on & Portfolio the role of finance in the operation of an Management economy  To provide specific understanding of the basic principles and the complexities underlying investment and portfolio management  To know the techniques used by professionals for analysing and valuing investment alternatives

7 History Travel & Tourism  To impart knowledge on tourism 8 Zoology Ornamental Fish  To impart the scientific method of setting Culture & an aquarium Aquarium  To familiarise with the culture breeding management and marketing techniques of common indigenous ornamental fishes

9 Zoology Computer  To provide basic concepts of life science applications in Life research sciences  To familiarise with statistical softwares needed for life science research 10 Chemistry Computational  Become familiar with the methods, Chemistry (for PG concepts, ideas, and computational only) programs of modern computational quantum chemistry.  Learn to use an ab initio "black-box" quantum chemistry package (Gaussian 09) and to carry out theoretical predictions of structure, spectra, and other properties of molecular systems.  Develop a sense about the accuracy and limitations of these calculations.

11 Chemistry Instrumentation  Understanding the principle behind the working of the instruments for carrying out chemical analysis  Familiarizing with the equipments (both major and minor) used for qualitative and quantitative analysis.

12 Chemistry MS Office skills  Demonstrate mastery of the keyboard and keyboarding techniques and type a minimum of 25 words per minute at 98% accuracy.  Use the Internet and develop Email skills using Microsoft. Gain skills in resume writing, completing job applications and preparing for job interviews

13 Physics Hardware assembly  To impart practical skills in hardware and Servicing assembly 14 Physics Pain and palliative  To inculcate skills in pain and palliative care training care 15 Botany Gardening and  To familiarize the common techniques in horticulture gardening, Landscaping and horticulture. practice 16 Commerce Tax practitioners  Enable the commerce students to deal with course direct and indirect tax problems

17 Commerce Computer aided  Enable the students to handle routine communication Computer tasks and communication situations. course 18 Commerce E-banking (add-on)  Enable students in ICT with reference to banking sector

19 Commerce E-marketing (add-  Enable students in ICT with reference to on) marketing sector

20 Commerce Risk & insurance  Impart knowledge on risk and insurance management (add- management on) 21 Political Coaching  To equip the students to be the fore runner Science programme for in the competitive fields in public and entry in service other employment services.

22 Nature club Environmental  To impart awareness on environment awareness 23 Women‟s Jewellery making  Enhance the skills of the girl students by Study Unit utilising their free time in the college in a very fruitful and effective manner.  Provide them an opportunity for self- employment and make them economically independent as far as possible 24 Women‟s Fabric painting  Empower the students with career and market- Study Unit oriented courses.  Develop the personality and self confidence 25 Library & Library &  Inculcate the aptitude in management of Information Information science library services Centre 26 Computer Basics of computer  Enable students in integrating ICT among club their curriculum

1.2.2 Does the institution offer programmes that facilitate twinning /dual degree? If „yes', give details. No

1.2.3 Give details on the various institutional provisions with reference to academic flexibility and how it has been helpful to students in terms of skills development, academic mobility, progression to higher studies and improved potential for employability

 Range of Core /Elective options offered by the University and those opted by the college Although the parent University has offered a vast range of core options, the college has opted for fifteen core courses having duration of six semesters and fourteen elective courses in each programme at undergraduate level under Choice Based Credit and Semester System and seven courses at postgraduate level under Semester system. Also, the college has Doctoral programme in Zoology with a commentable range of specialized areas.

The general structure of a first degree programme comprises 1) Language Courses 2) Foundation Courses 3) Core Courses in the Major subjects related to Degree Programme 4) Complementary Courses on allied subjects 5) Open/Elective Courses and 6) Project. The college provides sufficient and optimum academic flexibility for its students to enrich their skills based on aptitude. A student is free to take any core subject and associated combination of Complementary Courses offered by the College on the basis of eligibility criteria at the time of admission. A student is also free to select any Elective Course offered by the parent department during 6th semester and any open course offered by other departments of the college during 5th semester. The College Level Monitoring Committee for CBCSS programmes provide necessary information and directions to student regarding the provisions for core courses, elective courses, open courses and extension activities in an academic session. Further, the department level monitoring committee ensure that students ascertain from the faculty advisor the suitability and usefulness of such Courses to increase the academic potential and opportunity/eligibility for higher studies. The programmes at the college are enlisted below:

A. Core Programmes offered at Undergraduate level: i) B.A. English Language & vii) B.A. Political science Literature viii) B.Sc. Biochemistry ii) B.A. Malayalam Language & ix) B.Sc. Mathematics Literature x) B.Sc. Physics iii) B.A. Hindi Language & Literature xi) B.Sc. Chemistry iv) B.A. Sanskrit Language & xii) B.Sc. Botany Literature xiii) B.Sc. Zoology v) B.A. Economics xiv) B. Com. Finance vi) B.A. History xv) B. Com. Tax Procedure & Practice

B. Core Programmes offered at Postgraduate level: i) M.A. English Language & vi) M.Sc. Zoology Literature vii) M.Com. ii) M.A. Economics iii) M.Sc. Physics iv) M.Sc. Chemistry v) M.Sc. Botany 31

C. Elective courses at Undergraduate level and departments concerned:

Sl.No. Elective course Offering department 1 Translation studies Department of English 2 Malayala patrapravarthanam Department of Malayalam 3 Journalism & Hindi- Journalism in Kerala Department of Hindi 4 Ancient Indian Vision on policy, administration Department of Sanskrit 5 Agricultural economics Department of Economics 6 History of Indian National Movement Department of History 7 Introduction to public policy analysis Department of Political Science 8 Immunology & immunological techniques Department of Biochemistry 9 Fuzzy mathematics Department of Mathematics 10 Space Science Department of Physics 11 Supramolecular, nanoparticles & green chemistry Department of Chemistry 12 Biotechnology & nanobiotechnology Department of Botany 13 Economic Zoology – Vermiculture & apiculture Department of Zoology 14 Management of foreign trade Department of Commerce

D. Doctoral Program i) Ph.D. programme in Zoology Thrust Areas of Research a. Biodiversity b. Soil Science c. Toxicology  Choice Based Credit System and range of subject options As per the Choice based credit and semester system, the college has provision for offering open courses to all the students at undergraduate level. An optional Course, which the student is free to take at his/her will, is offered by each department of the college during 5th semester and ensures that the course is a non-major elective. A student is required to achieve a minimum of 2 credits from open course by the end of the session. However, the academic mobility in horizontal terms is ensured by enrolling students to course outside the mainstream of study as well. Open courses at Undergraduate level and departments concerned: Sl.No. Elective course Offering department 1 English for Communication an and career Department of English 2 Malayala patrapravarthanam Department of Malayalam 3 Translation – theory and practice Department of Hindi 4 Indian literary criticism Department of Sanskrit 5 Human resource management Department of Economics 6 Introduction to Archaeology Department of History 7 Human rights in India Department of Political Science 8 Life style diseases Department of Biochemistry 9 Operations research Department of Mathematics 10 Astronomy and astrophysics Department of Physics 11 Essentials of chemistry Department of Chemistry 12 Horticulture Department of Botany 13 Human health and sex education Department of Zoology 14 Fundamentals of financial accounting Department of Commerce  Courses offered in modular form The college runs twenty five value added courses within the autonomous power of the college other that the options offered by the University. These programmes are aimed at apt placement for its outgoing students in a globally competing career environment. Further, the students are encouraged to learn the core concepts through „learning by doing‟ and to focus on the pre-requisites of the companies offering jobs after the course. Any student pursuing UG or PG programme in this college is eligible to join the value added programmes.A student can take up a programme one at a time in each semester and a „course certificate‟ will be awarded by the college upon successfully completing the programme. All UG students can join 3 programmes of their choice during their six semester programme in the college.

 Credit transfer and accumulation facility Parent University of the college has its own regulations for the credit transfer and accumulation facility for allowing students pursuing a programme in one University to continue their education in another University without break. As per „the University of Kerala Regulations for the First Degree Programmes under the Choice Based Credit and Semester System (CBCS) in Affiliated Colleges’,2009 the Credits acquired for Courses in other universities within the country would be accepted on a reciprocal basis according to University norms. Credit transfer and accumulation system can be adopted in a Programme. Transfer of Credit consists of acknowledging, recognizing and accepting Credits by the college for programmes or courses completed at another institution.

 Lateral and vertical mobility within and across programmes and courses Lateral mobility has been successfully accomplished by the institution across the programmes through offering open courses for providing skill enrichment based on aptitude of different groups of students. Students are encouraged to choose an option outside their parent department to empower them by imparting knowledge on their own interested areas. Vertical mobility is ensured by the department level monitoring committee through regular conduct of skill development courses in modular form within the department along with core subjects. Students are encouraged to choose a value added programme offered by the parent department with an objective to enhance their employability in terms of „learning by doing‟.  Enrichment courses Department of Sanskrit conducts a short-term course of ten days duration for enhancing the language skills of the students concerned. The course termed “Samskrita Sambhashana Sibiram” is organised by the department every annum for enriching values of Sanskrit language and Indian Culture among the student community.

1.2.4 Does the institution offer self-financed programmes? If „yes‟, list them and indicate how they differ from other programmes, with reference to admission, curriculum, fee structure, teacher qualification, salary etc. No 1.2.5 Does the college provide additional skill oriented programmes, relevant to regional and global employment markets? If „yes‟ provide details of such programme and the beneficiaries. Among the value added programmes run by the college, fifteen courses are considered to be on additional skill oriented basis. These programmes are specifically based on pre-requisites of the employers and focused on empowering the students to frame self-strategies to enter marketing field concerned with their learned skills. Programmes and the department concerned are mentioned below: Sl. No. Offering Department Programme 1 Economics Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management 2 History Travel & Tourism 3 Zoology Ornamental Fish Culture & Aquarium management 4 Chemistry MS Office skills 5 Physics Hardware assembly and Servicing 6 Physics Pain and palliative care training 7 Botany Gardening and horticulture practice 8 Commerce Tax practitioners course 9 Commerce Computer aided communication course 10 Commerce E-banking 11 Commerce E-marketing 12 Commerce Risk & insurance management 13 Political Science Coaching programme for entry in service 14 Women‟s Study Unit Jewellery making 15 Women‟s Study Unit Fabric painting

1.2.6 Does the University provide for the flexibility of combining the conventional face-to-face and Distance Mode of Education for students to choose the courses/combination of their choice” If „yes‟, how does the institution take advantage of such provision for the benefit of students? No 1.3 Curriculum Enrichment 1.3.1 Describe the efforts made by the institution to supplement the University‟s Curriculum to ensure that the academic programmes and Institution‟s goals and objectives are integrated? In order to integrate institution‟s goals and objectives with academic programmes, the college has made its own efforts to supplement the University‟s Curriculum. For quality management in teaching, learning and evaluation, the institution . Ensure adequacy of teachers according to the required teacher- student ratio. . Formulate academic calendar for individual departments and examination calendar with the help of internal examination committee in the beginning of the year and students are informed. . Offer bridge courses to I Semester students in the first and second week . Consolidate monthly attendance and credits thus earned and the progress is reported to the authority and parents by faculty advisors . Offers remedial coaching to the needy under the supervision of UGC committee . Conduct two internal examinations for each class every semester in addition to assignments and seminars for the purpose of continuous evaluation. . Collect, compile and analyze the feedback from the students on term-basis for monitoring efficiency of teaching and evaluation practices

For empowering students, various strategies adopted by the college are as follows: . Presentation of a general seminar by First Semester Postgraduate students under the supervision of PG Monitoring Cell and the Research Committee. Best presentations will be selected by expert panel for Principal‟s award. . Peer teaching is mandatory for First year and Second Year Postgraduate students to Final year B.Sc. Students and First year PG students respectively . Students have to join for value added programmes in their parent department for developing career oriented skills. . Group discussions arranged by a panel of faculty has to be attended by all P.G. students as per the schedule. . Every class is placed under the supervision of a faculty advisor who arranges periodic meetings. Students discuss academic and other campus merits and demerits with the faculty advisor. . Parent Teacher Association arranges meetings of teachers with parents and their wards twice in a year. The association also supports the institution in the form of recommendations and suggestions for quality improvement and financial assistance for quality enhancement. . Special coaching classes for soft skill development among SC/ST students are conducted by the college. . Career guidance cell in the college organize events and meetings with companies for placement purposes. . Alumni association of the college organize association activities in the form of meetings, resource mobilization and utilization.

. Human Resource Development Cell arrange talks on varied subjects in all departments using a resource pool and extend their service to other colleges and schools. . For the successful completion of the Degree Programme, a student has to undergo any one of the thirteen Clubs‟ activities during the 3rd and 4th Semester for not less than forty hours. For promoting and inculcating research aptitude among students, the activities formulated by the research forum of the college are as follows: . Evaluation, criticism and improvement of synopsis presented by all Post Graduate Students in the beginning of III Semester Session . Submission of monthly progress report of ongoing project work of Postgraduate students to research guides . Pre-submission presentation of dissertation work by all students for evaluation by panel experts and Principal‟s award to best presentations . Submission of the dissertation work in the form of research paper to the research forum of the college and subsequent publication in refereed journals.

1.3.1 What are the efforts made by the institution to modify, enrich and organize the curriculum to explicitly reflect the experiences of the students and cater to the needs of the dynamic employment market?

The curriculum provided by the University is supplemented and enriched with certain other programmes formulated by the college. Twenty six value added programmes are designed by the college targeted for placement for its outgoing students in a globally competing career environment. Professional skill development among student community has been a key component of the curriculum of this college. Further, the students are encouraged to learn the core concepts through „learning by doing‟ for self sustaining purposes and to focus on the pre-requisites of the companies offering jobs after

38 the course. A student can take up a programme one at a time in each semester and a „course certificate‟ will be awarded by the college upon successfully completing the programme. The conventional courses offered by the college are changed to something more important, useful and more relevant to given needs. The otherwise common curriculum is enriched by supplementary components which are pursued parallelly through horizontal mobility. This is a strategy to widen the skill base of undergraduates by making it obligatory for them to choose a course of their choice. Value addition is crucial to enhance employability and cater to the needs of the dynamic employment market. 1.3.3 Enumerate the efforts made by the institution to integrate the cross cutting issues such as Gender, Climate Change, Environmental Education, Human Rights, ICT, etc., into the curriculum. The college has 75% of female students among the community and hence has adopted measures to cater to the diverse needs gender-wise. The curriculum is supplemented with the activities of Women‟s Studies Unit every year for empowering the women students and faculty in terms of integrating gender specific day-to-day issues to the academic programmes of the institution. Keeping in line with the international movement of the non-governmental Organisations of Women all over the world, this forum has been founded in the college by the lady teachers. It proposes to help the girl students as a voluntary organization in regard to their security and intellectual pursuits.

In the beginning of every academic year, the college organizes a student-induction programme for giving awareness on environment, legal issues and human rights. The college takes initiative in organizing regional, state, national and international level seminars and workshops on topics related to climate change and environmental issues. In the past five years the institution has been successful in organizing a commentable number of national seminars and state level seminars related with cross cutting issues such as Gender, Climate change, environmental education, biodiversity, human rights, Information and Communication Technology, etc. Interdisciplinary exhibitions conducted by the college ensured student-centered experiential learning in the field of environmental problems and technology.

All the Post Graduate and undergraduate students are exposed to Information Communication Technology in carrying out their academic activities. UGC sponsored add-on courses in e-marketing and e-banking are conducted to cater to the needs of the students in this respect. Under Graduate students are also given training in computer applications by the computer club of the college, thus to integrate ICT into the curriculum 1.3.4 What are the various value-added courses/enrichment programmes offered to ensure holistic development of students? Moral and ethical values The institution believe that education is not for mere living; it is for life-a fuller, more meaningful, more worthwhile life. It has two aspects-the first related to external and worldly education and the second related to human values i.e., “educare”. Educare aims at bringing out that which is within, translating them into action. Educare is to understand that there is an inherent, holistic inter-relationship among all elements of creation, all domains of human capability and all aspects of nature. The five elements--attributes and senses--are inside as well as outside Man. A balance is sought to be achieved and maintained in our students through a conscious effort on the part of the college. Hence the college adopts an array of measures for education in human values and the strategies as detailed below: 1. Discussion/panel discussion b. Social/spiritual a. based on pictures importance b. based on life 4. Dramatisation/Role play situations 5. Invited talks c. based on news paper 6. Debates d. based on songs/films 7. Creative writing e. based on religious 8. Project work books 9. Celebration of festivals 2. Self study 10. Team learning 3. Visits to places of a. Religious importance

Employable and life skills Professional skill development among student community has been a key component of the curriculum of this college for years. The conventional courses offered by the college are changed to something more important, useful and more relevant to given needs. The otherwise common curriculum is enriched by supplementary components which are pursued parallelly through horizontal mobility. This is a strategy to widen the skill base of undergraduates by making it obligatory for them to choose a course of their choice. Value addition is crucial to enhance employability. Better career options The placement and career guidance cell of the college has ever been keen in organizing activities related to career guidance. Conduct of seminars and workshops related to various employment skills in collaboration with various job-offering companies has been among the activities of the cell for exposing students to better career options. Community orientation The college has taken initiative in formulating, designing and planning of several social and extension activities for students. Among them, “Hridayapoorvam” is a novel program started by the college during the academic year 2011-12. This is a scheme aimed to extend a helping hand to the helpless. Students and teachers of the college spare their meals once in a month to the Orphans and in-patients of the government hospital and also supply fruits and dress materials to the needy. National Cadet Crops in the college plays a credible role in shaping the character of students by instilling the values of patriotism, service, discipline and hard work. Cadets enrolled were given institutional training and can participate in adventure activities, community development programmes, various national level and annual training camps; youth exchange programmes, sports and cultural activities etc. Camps and social services conducted by the National Service Scheme helps in inculcating community orientation. Discussion and lectures on social issues form part of the camp in addition to social work. A village is adopted by the N.S.S. units of the college every year. It proposes to build one N.S.S. bhavan for a selected family every year. 1.3.5 Citing a few examples enumerate on the extent of use of the feedback from stakeholders in enriching the curriculum?

 Feedback from the students reflected the need of ICT enablement among them. The college ensured availability of sufficient number of computers and networking facility through availing assistance from UGC and NME-ICT project. The computer club started various certificate courses by employing a computer instructor in the college.  Feedback from teachers regarding the new credit and semester system reflected the need for awareness on grading system. The College arranged workshops on grading patterns, evaluation system and credit system with the help of resource persons from University for all the teachers.  Feedback from teachers reflected the need of research orientation among the faculty. The college encourages and follows the protocol for sending faculty to UGC-aided Faculty Development Programmes. The research forum of the college organizes events and meetings for research awareness among faculty. The forum deliver handbook on research and funding agencies to faculty of Science, Languages, Humanities and Arts. Preparation, compilation and submission of proposals to various funding agencies in 1st and 6th month of every year is done under the supervision of research forum. Encourage and follow the protocol for sending teachers under Faculty Improvement Programme leading to Ph.D. Evaluation and monitoring of ongoing research works in the approved research centre by the research forum. 1.3.6 How does the institution monitor and evaluate the quality of its enrichment programmes? The college has formulated a course evaluation feedback system which is regularly done at the end of the academic session using a feedback proforma. Using the feedback from the students and through assessment procedures including written examination and practical skills, the institution ensures the quality of enrichment programmes.

1.4 Feedback System 1.4.1 What are the contributions of the institution in the design and development of the curriculum prepared by the University? Curriculum design is done by duly constituted academic bodies like the academic council, the faculty, the board of studies, etc. The members of the academic bodies are assigned the task of curriculum design and modulation, syllabus updating and revision, policy formulation, etc. It is noteworthy that 8 members of the faculty of the college have

been participating in curriculum designing bodies for the last five years. Presently one among the faculty represents as academic council member of the University, two among the faculty represent as senate members of the University and 5 represent as members of board of studies.

1.4.2 Is there a formal mechanism to obtain feedback from students and stakeholders on Curriculum? If „yes‟, how is it communicated to the University and made use internally for curriculum enrichment and introducing changes/new programmes? The institution adopts a feedback mechanism by administering a questionnaire among outgoing students. From the feedback obtained, a report is prepared and discussed at the academic committee meetings of the college. The significant and noteworthy suggestions in the feedbacks of students are presented in the University bodies through the elected representatives of the said bodies and changes in curriculum are made by the appropriate bodies. 1.4.3 How many new programmes/courses were introduced by the institution during the last four years? What was the rationale for introducing new courses/programmes?) B.Sc. Geography course is sanctioned by the University and Government of Kerala in aided sector. It will be introduced in the college during 2014 academic year onwards. As per „The University of Kerala Regulations for the First Degree Programmes under the Choice Based Credit and Semester System (CBCSS) in Affiliated Colleges’, 2009, all the Undergraduate courses have been brought under Choice Based Credit and Semester System after careful perusal and close scrutiny by the academic bodies and by adopting and following the norms of Parent University. On the basis of this process a major revision has been implemented both in quantity and quality as far as the scheme and syllabus concerned. Fourteen Undergraduate programmes were completely changed to semester system from 2010 onwards, which were previously conducted as annual schemes.

CRITERION II: TEACHING-LEARNING AND EVALUATION

2.1 Student Enrolment and Profile 2.1.1 How does the college ensure publicity and transparency in the admission process?  Prospectus In accordance with Kerala University guidelines, the College publishes a detailed prospectus covering the UG and PG courses offered by it.  College Web site All relevant details regarding the admission including departments, faculty, study courses, eligibility to various courses, fees, Merit list and admission list etc are regularly uploaded and updated onto the official College web site: www.nsscollegepandalam.ac.in. Advertisement in Regional/National newspapers The College, with the approval of the Management publishes advertisement about admissions in all leading local and national newspapers, providing full details of the UG/PG study courses, the last date of admission and other relevant details.  Any other (specify) Parents, guardians and students can obtain relevant information, either directly from the Faculty by visiting the College or through the phone from the Principal or the various Heads of Departments. In addition, the College provides an academic calendar providing detailed information. Parents and student can use the previous calenders of the College to obtain a clear picture about the various departments of the College, the Faculty before deciding on the course of study. The entire admission process is fully transparent as it is totally controlled by the Principal who deputes selected Faculty and Administrative Staff to assist him during the admissions session. The entire process is also monitored by the College management committee and the university. In addition the various teachers unions are alert and carefully assess the entire process. They would raise objections if any norm has not been strictly followed. Hence the entire admission process is highly transparent.

2.1.2 Explain in detail the criteria adopted and process of admission (Ex. (i) merit (ii) common admission test conducted by state agencies and national agencies (iii) combination of merit and entrance test or merit, entrance test and interview (iv) any other) to various programmes of the Institution. Admission to First Degree Programme under CBCSS system in the Arts and Science colleges affiliated to the University of Kerala is made on the basis of Online Centralized Allotment. The allotment of the candidates to the various programmes and colleges is on the basis of merit strictly following the rules and regulations regarding reservation. The marks at the Plus Two/Higher Secondary level would be the basic criteria for admission to the First Degree Programme. Seats available in the College are mainly classified as Merit Seats, Community Seats, Management Seats and Reservation seats. (a) Merit Seats: These seats are filled by the University through Online Centralized Allotment process purely on the basis of merit. (b) Community Seats: These seats are filled by the Management of the college, on the basis of merit among the community candidates. (c) Management Seats: These seats are filled by the Management of the college (d) Reservation Seats: The seats under quota for sports persons and for Persons With Disabilities are filled by the college management itself. While 50% of the seats are strictly on merit basis, 20% of the seats are reserved for students hailing from SC/ST, minority and other socially backward communities. The College management decides on admissions of the remaining 20% of the seats and 10% of the seats which are reserved for the Nair Community. Selected students under community and management quota are informed via interview cards posted them on their addresses and called for an interview. Entrance tests are not held by the College as this is not a criterion set by the affiliating University as per current norm and regulations. 2.1.3 Give the minimum and maximum percentage of marks for admission at entry level for each of the programmes offered by the college and provide a comparison with other colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district. The detailed information is given below, department wise:-

Economics Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 52.2 62.2 70.09 90.1 50.1 60 64.01 78.5 2009 53.13 60.1 72.05 92.4 51.4 57.2 62.3 75.5 2010 55.45 63.02 70.13 90.5 53.6 60.34 66.5 78.7 2011 58.35 65.05 75.24 88.89 55.07 62.04 70.3 80.12 2012 58.3 65 78.2 92.09 55.0 63.01 72.05 85.01 2013 58.75 68 80.1 90.21 52 63 71 82.01 English Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 55.2 54.1 90.1 75.21 52.12 51.55 84.56 69.25 2009 56.21 54.8 89.45 78.47 54.1 53.07 83.33 70.67 2010 58.13 52.2 91.42 74 55.13 51.14 85.34 72.67 2011 58.3 52.09 92.01 72.02 53.6 52.12 82.41 74 2012 50.01 53.01 93.02 76 51.72 50.67 87.25 75.5 2013 55.2 54 90.5 92 52.4 51.5 87.53 74.3 Hindi Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 51.23 - 69.01 - 48.24 - 69.28 - 2009 47.6 - 70.67 - 47.23 - 71.34 - 2010 52.02 - 75.25 - 50.4 - 72.33 - 2011 42.1 - 75.2 - 40 - 73.22 - 2012 64 - 78.4 - 57.7 - 75.01 - 2013 66.9 - 77.5 - 56.9 - 74.23

History Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 42.12 - 67.56 - 40.09 - 65.01 - 2009 45.1 - 64.5 - 41.34 - 62.20 - 2010 47.08 - 59.23 - 43.23 - 53.34 - 2011 43.10 - 62.01 - 44.01 - 59.3 - 2012 45.01 - 61 - 40.1 - 60.2 - 2013 46.60 - 63.12 - 45.6 - 66.3 - Malayalam Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 45.2 - 68 - 42.23 - 65.01 - 2009 47.2 - 72.4 - 48.3 - 67.67 - 2010 52.5 - 74.02 - 48.01 - 71.31 - 2011 54.45 - 84.2 - 46.08 - 79.7 - 2012 52 - 85.1 - 52.9 - 82.1 - 2013 55.9 - 87.86 - 54.2 - 83.0 - Political Science Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 40.4 - 72.11 - 40 - 70.09 - 2009 41.45 - 71.01 - 40 - 74.3 - 2010 40.01 - 70.1 - 40.23 - 71.01 - 2011 42.23 - 75.23 - 41.2 - 72.1 - 2012 40.01 - 73.1 - 40 - 70.92 - 2013 42.50 - 76.8 - 42.1 - 74.49 -

Sanskrit Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 40.12 - 45.2 - 40.01 - 45.02 - 2009 42.1 - 46.4 - 41.89 - 47.56 - 2010 58.34 - 90.34 - 52.98 - 85.54 - 2011 54.23 - 93.79 - 48.34 - 88.8 - 2012 47.09 - 80.01 - 42.01 - 75.9 - 2013 57.64 - 88.45 - 49.6 - 85.6 Biochemistry Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 56.5 - 90.83 - 55.01 - 91.28 - 2009 42.66 - 90.5 - 41.01 - 90.01 - 2010 56 - 91.08 - 56.78 - 89.23 - 2011 56.42 - 94.25 - 57 - 92 - 2012 62 - 93.16 - 60.23 - 94.23 - 2013 65.8 - 96.75 - 66.2 - 95.8 Botany Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 45.1 60.89 76.89 88.4 43.12 58.07 75.56 85.9 2009 42.2 68.7 72.3 85.09 41.5 67.5 71.7 83.78 2010 51.02 60.01 78.01 91.23 42.01 59 77.66 90.5 2011 56.04 60 92.45 82.67 44.25 58.5 85.67 81.5 2012 58 65.5 88.09 89.75 52 59.8 82.33 84.42 2013 59.7 67.3 86.3 90.63 56.4 59.68 83.4 88.5

Chemistry Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 60.2 65.2 85.2 85.01 55.23 60.45 60.01 65.34 2009 62.34 60.01 80.5 94.7 50.45 55.2 61.8 70.5 2010 60.45 65.34 85.6 90.6 50.3 50.5 65 75.25 2011 65.09 62.45 96.8 85.2 55.5 55.4 60.09 70.67 2012 60.10 60.09 90 89.5 50.9 55.78 60.67 70.7 2013 63.49 64.50 91.6 90.27 52.9 60.3 62 73.8 Mathematics Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 49.2 - 95.67 - 42.45 - 85.56 - 2009 52.34 - 86.12 - 40.25 - 75.26 - 2010 60.45 - 89.01 - 50.35 - 80.48 - 2011 55.5 - 90.09 - 42.65 - 85.02 - 2012 60.78 - 93.45 - 45.78 - 86 - 2013 61.8 - 96.29 - 50.10 - 93.24 Physics Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 60.21 66.45 82.6 80.3 58.42 64.05 80.6 76.4 2009 62.52. 65.4 84.25 78.12 59.65 63.04 82.65 79.4 2010 61.41 67.85 83.6 76.32 60.6 65.85 79.2 78.02 2011 64.15 66.9 88.36 81.95 60.7 60.02 79.01 82.33 2012 60.23 65.32 84.21 82.4 57.58 65.36 81.02 82.7 2013 64.5 68.8 85.3 88.9 60.30 67.5 82 86

Zoology Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 42.36 62.02 75.58 85.2 40.6 61.2 70.01 82.3 2009 42.45 64.36 73.56 86.34 41.78 65.23 68.1 84.4 2010 41.23 62.4 79.78 94.3 44.8 62.01 69.2 92.45 2011 46.02 68.20 78.7 96.45 45.23 64.5 72.94 91.01 2012 47.4 69.26 76.02 92.67 42.3 62.4 69.34 90.11 2013 50.8 68.5 80.90 91.56 49.5 65 70.9 89.6 Commerce Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 48.22 70.75 85.02 82 45 68 78 75 2009 55.45 75.44 97.66 81 44 69 77 77 2010 50.35 71.32 89.6 84 42 71 79 76 2011 76.55 76.45 95.32 80 46 72 80 79 2012 72.32 77.66 92 79 41 70 79 80 2013 75.3 77.5 93.47 81 48.9 73.5 81.4 84 Commerce (B.Com –Tax Procedure and practice) Year Other colleges in the city Minimum% Maximum % Minimum% Maximum % UG PG UG PG UG PG UG PG 2008 55.2 - 83.08 - 50.3 - 78.2 - 2009 51.4 - 84.09 - 48.1 - 79.6 - 2010 52.1 - 84.75 - 50.2 - 80.56 - 2011 79.6 - 94.08 - 52.23 - 92.03 - 2012 78.12 - 89.32 - 65.56 - 75.4 - 2013 68.25 - 92.9 - 66.7 - 78.5 -

 Other colleges in the city- Catholicate college, Pathanamthitta and St. Cyrils College, Adoor.

2.1.4 Is there a mechanism in the institution to review the admission process and student profiles annually? If „yes‟ what is the outcome of such an effort and how has it contributed to the improvement of the process? From 2010, the College follows the Merit Centralized Admission.The College Management reviews the Management quota . During the Admissions, a committee made of teaching and administrative staff reviews the entire process. 2.1.5 Reflecting on the strategies adopted to increase/improve access for following categories of students, enumerate on how the admission policy of the institution and its student profiles demonstrate/reflect the National commitment to diversity and inclusion • SC/ST • OBC • Women • Differently abled • Economically weaker sections • Minority community • Any other

a) SC/ST In accordance with the rules and guidelines issued by the Government and the University, the College allots 20% of the seats for students hailing from the weaker sections and they are also exempted from remittance of fees. A large number of students attending UG and PG courses are mainly from the weaker sections of the rural society of Pathanamthitta and Allapuzha districts. However there are also students from other districts of the state that have chosen to join the courses of study in NSS College, Pandalam.The State Government provides a lump sum grant to students from weaker sections of society. The statistics reveal that a large number of students from the weaker

51 category opt to join the College since they have full confidence that they get proper education facilities as well as full support and encouragement from the Faculty. b) Women It has been observed that more than 90% of the students, enrolling in UG and PG are women. There is a Women‟s Studies Unit functioning effectively in the College. Women students are empowered by conducting counseling classes by subject experts. There are seminars frequently under the auspices of WSU. There is a grievance cell for women students operating in the departments under the leadership of a women faculty. The women students also show better academic achievements like obtaining high ranks in the University examinations and later opt to join the M.Phil/PhD courses of various institutions.

c) Differently-abled. Differently abled students admitted to the College obtain special care and attention from the Faculty. High achievers are identified and guided for peer teaching. They are also guided to give presentations on topic of contemporary relevance in seminars. Yet another type are slow learners who are identified by the group tutor on the basis of their performance in examinations and are given special coaching, take home tests etc. The faculty fully supports, assists and encourages differentially-abled students so that they become fully integrated and productive members of our society.

d) Economically weaker sections Although seats have not been reserved for students who come from economically weaker sections of society, they get exemptions from remitting PTA funds. The College departments also advise and encourage these students to apply for KPCR Scholarship. PTA gives provides monetary assistance aid to economically weaker students who have been selected and proposed by the departments. Study materials are provided free of cost by the Faculty members. Alumni of the College also extend financial assistance to economically weaker students by remitting university examination fees, etc.

e) Sports personnel In accordance with University guidelines sports quota seats have been set aside for admission of students who have excelled in sports at the District, State, Regional and National level. Special classes are arranged for these students who have to catch up the lessons they missed while attending sports and cultural events on behalf of the College. The College also admits students in accordance with Government regulations based on their being wards of ex-servicemen or ex-servicemen who have died on duty, provided they are otherwise eligible as per university norms. Physically handicapped students get a reservation in admission as per state Government rules and guidelines of the University.

2.1.6 Provide the following details for various programmes offered by the institution during the last four years and comment on the trends. i.e. reasons for increase / decrease and actions initiated for improvement. UG and PG Courses Subject Number of Number of Demand ratio applications students received admitted Biochemistry(UG) 2008-09 300 16 1:19 2009-10 346 18 1:19 2010-11 327 19 1:17 2011-12 362 16 1:22 2012-13 Centralized 24 - Botany (UG) 2008-09 365 34 1:10 2009-10 380 36 1:10 2010-11 400 34 1:12 2011-12 550 32 1:17 2012-13 Centralized 32 -

Botany (PG) 2008-09 84 14 1:6 2009-10 Centralized 13 - 2010-11 Centralized 13 - 2011-12 Centralized 13 - 2012-13 Centralized 13 -

Chemistry(UG) 2008-09 412 33 1:12 2009-10 503 36 1:14 2010-11 607 34 1:18 2011-12 654 36 1:18 2012-13 Centralized 44 - Chemistry(PG) 2008-09 212 14 1:15 2009-10 Centralized 13 - 2010-11 Centralized 13 - 2011-12 Centralized 13 - 2012-13 Centralized 14 - Mathematics(UG) 2008-09 453 40 1:11 2009-10 502 37 1:13 2010-11 574 37 1:15 2011-12 612 37 1:17 2012-13 Centralized 38 - Physics(UG) 2008-09 475 43 1:11 2009-10 534 42 1:12 2010-11 589 42 1:14 2011-12 603 40 1:15 2012-13 Centralized 45 -

Physics(PG) 2008-09 210 10 1:21 2009-10 Centralized 10 - 2010-11 Centralized 10 - 2011-12 Centralized 10 - 2012-13 Centralized 10 -

Zoology(UG) 2008-09 621 34 1:18 2009-10 653 30 1:21 2010-11 723 30 1:24 2011-12 830 33 1:25 2012-13 Centralized 35 - Zoology(PG) 2008-09 412 13 1:32 2009-10 Centralized 13 - 2010-11 Centralized 13 - 2011-12 Centralized 13 - 2012-13 Centralized 13 - BCom Annual 2008-09 620 60 1:10 2009-10 689 60 1:11 2010-11 710 50 1:14 2011-12 730 60 1:12 2012-13 Centralized 59 - BCom Finance 2008-09 680 37 1:18 2009-10 723 36 1:20 2010-11 745 37 1:20 2011-12 780 37 1:21 2012-13 Centralized 38 -

MCom 2008-09 251 15 1:17 2009-10 Centralized 15 - 2010-11 Centralized 15 - 2011-12 Centralized 15 - 2012-13 Centralized 15 - Economics(UG) 2008-09 645 100 1:7 2009-10 670 108 1:6 2010-11 687 106 1:6 2011-12 712 110 1:6 2012-13 Centralized 104 - Economics(PG) 2008-09 160 10 1:16 2009-10 Centralized 10 - 2010-11 Centralized 10 - 2011-12 Centralized 10 - 2012-13 Centralized 10 - English(UG) 2008-09 658 43 1:15 2009-10 710 40 1:17 2010-11 745 40 1:17 2011-12 804 40 1:20 2012-13 Centralized 42 - English(PG) 312 15 1:21 2008-09 Centralized 15 - 2009-10 Centralized 15 - 2010-11 Centralized 15 - 2011-12 Centralized 15 - 2012-13

History(UG) 2008-09 329 38 1:9 2009-10 357 37 1:10 2010-11 418 36 1:11 2011-12 473 38 1:12 2012-13 Centralized 40 - Hindi(UG) 2008-09 111 20 1:5 2009-10 112 16 1:7 2010-11 161 14 1:11 2011-12 206 12 1:17 2012-13 Centralized 13 - Malayalam(UG) 2008-09 305 35 1:9 2009-10 320 38 1:8 2010-11 332 40 1:8 2011-12 348 42 1:8 2012-13 Centralized 40 - Political Science(UG) 2008-09 320 40 1:8 2009-10 364 39 1:9 2010-11 418 39 1:11 2011-12 457 39 1:12 2012-13 Centralized 42 - Sanskrit(UG) 2008-09 19 19 1:1 2009-10 18 18 1:1 2010-11 25 25 1:1 2011-12 21 21 1:1 2012-13 Centralized 24 -

Increasing the demand of seats for most of the subjects is due to high percentage of results when compared with neighboring colleges and improved accessibility to the college. If the demand is more, university allots marginal increase in seats as per request of the principal. 2.2 Catering to Diverse Needs of Students 2.2.1 How does the institution cater to the needs of differently- abled students and ensure adherence to government policies in this regard? Prior to the commencement of the Study courses, the College arranges „Bridge Courses as most of the students who hail from the under privileged sections of society, having studied in local vernacular schools, face the usual difficulties in comprehending subjects taught in English. Being not computer literate and lacking proper training and experience, they face difficulties while working in the College laboratories. There is a programme which is very unique to this College named:“Know your College – Induction programme” which lasts for one week. All the faculty members conscientiously work to provide guidance to the newly admitted students to bridge the knowledge gap and to enable them to cope up with the study courses they have enrolled in. This programme acquaints the students with the vision and mission of the College departments and makes them aware of the rules and regulations following admission. There are also programmes to make the students aware of the campus etiquette and norms. Strict vigilance is also maintained to prevent ragging of freshers. There are also programmes to encourage the students to join various club activities. i) Slow learners: The College identifies slow/fast learners by holding tutorials followed by weekly class tests. Based on the test results and individual feedback from the class tutors, the students are evaluated at weekly departmental meetings. The department then arranges certain teachers as tutors to help these students. Those who face difficulties can also approach any Faculty member for help and advice in their studies. The tutors also work as counselors to advise the students and interact with their parents/guardians. ii) Advanced learners: The College departments have devised a strategy to identify and guide students who are more advanced students in a program:-

a) Advanced learners are identified and guided for peer teaching in off campus hours. b) Provision of additional learning - reference material - Books, Review Articles and Reports, CDs and assistance in Internet surfing. c) Assignment preparation on current and latest topics. d) Student Seminars on selected topics of contemporary relevance. e) Participation in Quiz, Debate and Problem Solving - Decision Making Exercises. f) Student Project Work based on theoretical data/practical work/survey data/ case studies. g) Advanced learners are also tasked to provide hold study groups and extend seminar assistance to slow learners so as to bring them up to date. h) Advanced learners in science subjects are identified and guided to apply for various scholarships like INSPIRE scholarship of Department of Science and Technology, Indira Gandhi scholarship for single girl child of UGC, Student project provided by KSCSTE. i) Advanced learners in Arts, Humanities subjects are guided to attend and present papers in National and International seminars. j) Advanced learners are given coaching to attend quiz programmes organised at the State level. 2.2.2 Does the institution assess the students‟ needs in terms of knowledge and skills before the commencement of the programme? If „yes‟, give details on the process. The aptitude of the students in cultural and sports activities is taken note off at the time of their enrolment. The College holds „Bridge Course‟ in English language and several other subjects. All the faculty members work to provide guidance to the newly admitted students to bridge the knowledge gap and to enable them to cope up with the study courses they have enrolled in Strict vigilance is maintained to prevent ragging of freshers. There are programmes to encourage the students to take advantage of various club activities.

2.2.3 What are the strategies drawn and deployed by the institution to bridge the knowledge gap of the enrolled students to enable them to cope with the programme of their choice? (Bridge/Remedial/Add-on/Enrichment Courses, etc.  Bridge Course Various departments of the College offer Bridge Courses as shown below. Department Name of Bridge course Duration Name of co-ordinators (Hours) Economics Basic Economics 10 1.Prof.P.P.Rajasekharan I-V 2. Prof.Valsala Kumari Kunjamma 3. Prof. M.Dhanya 4. Prof. S.Jyolsna 5. Prof. S.Lalitha Kumary English English Language 10 proficiency course Hindi Nil History Nil Malayalam Nil Political Nil Science Sanskrit Nil Biochemistry Introduction to Bio- 10 1.Dr.K.G.Padmakumaran Nair Chemistry 2.Dr.Chithra Botany 1.Basic Principles in 3 1.Prof.K.Rema Devi physiology 2.Anatomy Practicals 3 2.Prof.V.Rema Devi Mathematics Nil Physics 1. Foundation course n 10 Dr. S. Saravana Kumar problem solving techniques for I UG. 2. Course to develop basic experimental skills for IUG. 3. Basic course to develop mathematical skills for IUG and IPG. Chemistry Foundations in Chemistry 10 Dr. Syama Nair Zoology Foundations in Practical 10 Dr. M.G. Sanal Kumar Zoology Dr. Suresh Chandra Kurup B.Com. Introduction to finance and 10 A. Pramod Finance Tax B.Com –Tax Nil Procedure and practice

60 b) Remedial course The group tutors identify slow learners from their performance in class tests. The teachers then arrange additional classes for them during off campus hours. These students continue to attend the remedial coaching till their performance shows significant improvement in retests. All the departments of the College provide remedial courses during the off-campus hours. The tutors ensure that the slow learner achieves a level of assimilation of the subject equal to that displayed by other students in the class. • Add on course on e-banking, e-marketing, insurance and risk management is continued up to 2009 academic year. d) Value added programmes /Enrichment programmes The College has introduced 21 Value Added Programmes to ensure suitable placement for its outgoing students to ensure that they succeed in a highly competitive career environment. Further, the students are encouraged to learn the core concepts through „learning by doing‟ and to focus on the pre-requisites of the companies offering jobs after the course. A student can take up one programme at a time in each semester. A „Course Certificate‟ is awarded by the College upon the student successfully completing the programme. Admission to these programmes is strictly based on an aptitude test conducted by respective departments. Value added programmes run by the College are listed below:- Sl. Department Proposed programme No. 1 English Communicative skill development 2 Malayalam Malayalam computing and Blogging 3 Hindi Spoken Hindi 4 Sanskrit Relevance and Moral values of Sanskrit 5 Economics Investment Analysis & Portfolio Management 6 History Travel and Tourism 7 Zoology Ornamental Fish Culture and Aquarium management Computer applications in Life sciences 8 Chemistry Computational Chemistry (for PG only) Instrumentation MS Office skills 9 Physics Hardware assembly and Servicing Pain and palliative care training 10 Botany Gardening and horticulture practice

11 Commerce Tax practitioners course Computer aided communication course 12 Political Science Coaching programme for entry in service 13 Nature club Environmental awareness

14 Women Study Unit Jewellery making Fabric painting 15 Library and Information Library and Information science Centre

2.2.4 How does the College sensitize its staff and students on issues such as gender, inclusion, environment etc.?  The College has an active Women Study Unit for handling all gender issues. It has organized National Conferences on gender issues to highlight women issues. The Unit also serves as a counsellor for women student, focusing on spreading awareness about gender issues on the campus. Its various activities also sensitises the Faculty on crucial issues affecting women.  The College has a Nature Club for senstising the Faculty and students on environment issues. Through its activities the unit helps in improving the campus and upkeeping its green environment.  The Chemistry department teaches Green chemistry focusing on proper usage of chemistry and chemical technology that respects environmental issues. 2.2.5 How does the institution identify and respond to special educational/learning needs of advanced learners? Advanced learners: The College departments have devised a strategy to identify and guide students who are more advanced students in a program:- a) Advanced learners are identified and guided for peer teaching in off campus hours. b) Provision of additional learning - reference material - Books, Review Articles and Reports, CDs and assistance in Internet surfing. c) Assignment preparation on current and latest topics. d) Student Seminars on selected topics of contemporary relevance. e) Participation in Quiz, Debate and Problem Solving - Decision Making Exercises. f) Student Project Work based on theoretical data/practical work/survey data/ case studies.

62 g) Advanced learners are also tasked to provide hold study groups and extend seminar assistance to slow learners so as to bring them up to date. h) Advanced learners in science subjects are identified and guided to apply for various scholarships like INSPIRE scholarship of Department of Science and Technology, Indira Gandhi scholarship for single girl child of UGC ,Student project provided by KSCSTE. i) Advanced learners in Arts, Humanities subjects are guided to attend and present papers in National and International seminars. j) Advanced learners are given coaching to attend quiz programmes organised at the State level.

2.2.6 How does the institute, collect, analyze and use the data and information on the academic performance (through the programme duration) of the students at risk of drop out (students from the disadvantaged sections of society, physically challenged, slow learners, economically weaker sections etc.)? The College has in place a system to identify disadvantaged students at the stage of admission. This data is then used to enable the Faculty to organize appropriate help for these socially disadvantaged students to enable them to cross social barriers and achieve academic excellence. The College has an active participative programme like Bridge Courses, Remedial Courses, Special tuitions, off hour classes as well as constant attention and mentoring by the faculty for all the physically disadvantaged students , socially disadvantaged students, slow learners and those from the economically weaker sections of society.

2.3 Teaching-Learning Process 2.3.1 How does the college plan and organise the teaching, learning and evaluation schedules? (Academic calendar, teaching plan, evaluation blue print, etc.) The academic curricula of the College has been planned and developed as per a schedule:- (i) A Committee of Faculty members headed by the Head of the Department prepares a Complete Teaching Plan/Schedule for the entire academic year. In the Plan, the subjects to be taught are carefully selected from the syllabus, giving importance to portions that form

63 the core of the course, whether for UG core courses, complementary courses or Post Graduate courses. (ii) The Teaching Plan is discussed in detail during the Departmental Faculty Committee meetings. The hours for lectures and practical classes, etc are discussed and set as per University guide lines, care being taken to give maximum exposure to the core portions of the subject syllabus. (iii)Arrangements are also made to keep spare teaching hours reserved for extra classes to cover up portions, in cases where the classes get disrupted by reasons beyond control (like hartals ,natural calamities, unexpected holidays etc). Extra classes are also utilized for discussing latest research developments in all topics so as to give the students as well as the faculty members a wider exposure to the subject. (iv) A separate schedule has been prepared by all departments for the conduct of Test papers, Seminars, Debates, Quiz, Discussions, Cultural activities, Parent-Teacher-Student meetings, Alumni and other extension activities. (v) The teachers have to maintain a personal dairy which keeps a record of the work done during the academic year. (vi). The HOD maintains a regular work dairy which also records the work adjustments made to continue classes in case of absence of any staff. (vii). At the end of each academic year, the faculty members of the Department have to submit their self appraisal report and the Head of Department after pursuing their appraisals, prepares an assessment report of their performance. (viii) The faculty is responsible for overall monitoring and enhancing the quality of modules/courses within their programmes. Periodically meetings are held to consider the suitability of programme learning outcomes and of new curricula including changes in the University syllabus and make recommendations to individual teachers about modifying module outlines and assessment procedures. The HOD is responsible for monitoring all these processes. (ix) The Heads of all Departments have to submit a Periodical Review of Activities, based on action taken at departmental meetings to the Principal for his evaluation, advice and further necessary action.

2.3.2 How does IQAC contribute to improve the teaching –learning process?

The College has set up an IQAC committee to oversee and monitor the quality of the entire teaching-learning process. It has conducted monthly meetings to discuss, assess and advice on improvements to be effected in the process of implementing UGC standards of education. IQAC conducted workshops for improving syllabi and curriculum and recommendations forwarded to University and Higher education council of the state.

2.3.3 How is learning made more student-centric? Give details on the support structures and systems available for teachers to develop skills like interactive learning, collaborative learning and independent learning among the students? The departments in the College have evolved certain strategies to improve life skills, knowledge, management skills and lifelong learning habit among students. To promote self learning among students, the teachers rely on: • A congenial learning environment in the class room by maintaining discipline. • Practice of providing the references and related literature to the students. • Provide points or hints on the related topic and instruct the students to understand the subject on their own from the reference material. • The students are guided to utilise off campus hours to prepare self instructional material. • Review of latest research literature; upgrading of subjects via Web and converting them into student centric study material like CDs/DVDs. • Review of Papers presented at workshops, conferences; seminars, and making them student friendly study material. • The Teacher acts as a facilitator for the students to make presentations on topics of contemporary relevance. The teacher is also the counsellor for problems that affect the student. • Feedback from Alumni and rectification of the existing problems in curriculum transaction • Advice from the External Examiners and international subject experts who visit the College to conduct examinations , participate in seminars, lectures etc

• Compliance from the „Programme Advisory Committee, which includes a cross-section of educationalists and other stakeholders from the local community, PTA, etc

2.3.4 How does the institution nurture critical thinking, creativity and scientific temper among the students to transform them into life-long learners and innovators? To encourage original, innovative scientific thinking, the College has arranged annual Science Fairs and Exhibitions, where students through multifarious displays, explain new creative ideas to their fellow students and the public. While preparing their displays, the students undergo a process of searching for information from the library and the internet, evoking a life-long learning process of the methods of research and original thinking. These acquired skills enhance their learning process. In addition the College has organized debates on scientific topics and encouraged students to contribute original articles on not only science but also sociological and humanities topics to the College journal and magazine. Students of MSc have to work on projects and submit to the University, dissertations. The Academic Staff take care to encourage original research projects which the students undertake on their own under their expert guidance so as to develop scientific skills which they will find useful when they find employment in research labs and factories. UG and PG Students are encouraged to participate in factory visits and annual tours to places of academic interest in order to give them a broader scientific view of the outside world. 2.3.5 What are the technologies and facilities available and used by the faculty for effective teaching? Eg: Virtual laboratories, e-learning - resources from National Programme on Technology Enhanced Learning (NPTEL) and National Mission on Education through Information and Communication Technology (NME-ICT), open educational resources, mobile education, etc. The NSS Colleges management has taken special interest and deep care to rebuild and renovate all technological facilities in the College. Science labs have been renovated and restocked with modern electronic instrumentation, latest equipment and glassware in order to provide a salubrious climate to the student. The Faculty now resorts to e- teaching methods, fully utilizing the new computer labs as well as other computers provided to the various departments. Software obtained from the NPTEL has been

found to be exceptionally useful as a teaching aid. In addition, the faculty uses open resource material and methods downloaded from the internet and educational kits obtained from private developers. The Student have been encouraged to use the computer facilities to browse and learn on their own, study material freely available on the net including material developed by MIT etc. Teachers have been encouraged to prepare original Courseware in subjects of they are competent in for use in classes, using OHP and LCD Projectors. In many subjects there is a shortage of open source reference material due to commercialization of the internet. The College has plans to e- link its library faculties to the University and other universities and scientific institutions in due course. 2.3.6 How are the students and faculty exposed to advanced level of knowledge and skills (blended learning, expert lectures, seminars, workshops etc.)? The College, in order to encourage learning skills and transfer of knowledge, has arranged a number of workshops, group study classes, organized Special Lecture classes taken by invited subject experts and Guest faculties. National seminars and conferences were held where latest topics have been discussed, exposing both the students and faculty to the advanced thinking and research methods prevalent worldwide. The Seminars and workshops have aroused the interest of students and improved their learning skills and motivated them to innovate and develop their own communication skills, explore new ideas and develop critical thinking which will go a long way in giving them experience in problem solving. {DATA on invited lectures,seminars,workshops, conferences held during past 4 years kept in the concerned departments.} 2.3.7 Detail (process and the number of students \benefitted) on the academic, personal and psycho-social support and guidance services (professional counseling/mentoring/academic advise) provided to students? The Faculty has taken special care to provide a close homely support to all the students. The college has appointed Academic counsellors who keep a close touch with the students, their parents/guardians and provide psycho-social counselling to them, clearing their doubts, discussing their problems and helping them in adjusting to the difficulties college life, very different from their cozy school years. The

Faculty also brings student problems in open forum sessions for through discussion and usually the student‟s problems have been settled to mutual satisfaction. Professional counselling and medical being a serious matter is resorted to only after the Academic Counsellors, the Principal and the PTA take up the matter, with the consent of the parents, and obtain the advice and approval of the College Management and the concerned University authorities. Mentoring of students is a day to day process as the student is encouraged to approach the Faculty for help, guidance and support not only on academic matters but even personal problems troubling them which seriously hamper their studies. The College is fully aware of gender issues. Hence it has a Women Studies Unit which among other things also provide ready support and counselling to girl students, who due to their conservative nature, may be reluctant to discuss their personal problems with male faculty members. 2.3.8 Provide details of innovative teaching approaches/methods adopted by the faculty during the last four years? What are the efforts made by the institution to encourage the faculty to adopt new and innovative approaches and the impact of such innovative practices on student learning? The College during the academic sessions from 2009 to 2012, introduced the following innovative teaching methods: • Bridge Course to help incoming students • Remedial Courses for aiding Slow learners • Strategy to encourage Advanced learners • Value Added Courses with award of Certificates • Teacher Assessment by students • E-Learning methods • Full participation of PG students in Research Projects sponsored by UGC, KSCSTE, etc 2.3.9 How are library resources used to augment the teaching-learning process? Students and faculty of the College have been encouraged to fully utilize the College library facilities to augment the teaching-learning process. The College is wells stocked with books, journals, magazines, newspapers and other study material.

The faculty check and note down relevant reference books, subject wise so that the students can consult, browse and prepare study notes for class sessions, workshops, seminars and debates. Students can also consult the Librarian and other library staff of their departmental libraries for assistance in getting books, journals and other study material. The College has plans to link the Library to the University Library as well as other educational institutions in order to provide the faculty with open access to study material through LAN/WAN etc.

2.3.10 Does the institution face any challenges in completing the curriculum within the planned time frame and calendar? If „yes‟, elaborate on the challenges encountered and the institutional approaches to overcome these. The College has faced some challenges in completion of the curriculum within the planned schedule and has initiated methods to ameliorate them. The main challenges, problems and solutions found are elaborated below:- • At the beginning of the academic year, reduction of teaching time occurs as the faculty gets fully engaged in the admission session. Extra classes and off hour classes, etc are arranged to make up for lost study time. • Disruptions due to hartals, sudden shut downs, agitations, unplanned holiday declaration by the authorities etc have been encountered. Again extra classes, off hour classes, remedial lessons, encouraging students to become more self-reliant in obtaining extra study material, arranging seminars and worships, etc are methods employed to make up for lost time. • Similar disruptions of study time have been caused by events like Cultural meetings, sports, games, unscheduled events etc. The College makes up by having extra classes on holidays and off hours. • Similarly time lost due to the faculty proceeding on refresher courses, University Examination duties, Semester examinations, conferences, seminars etc have to be made up by extra/off hour classes, engaging guest lecturers, inviting outside experts for special lectures etc. [Data on number of invited-guest lecturers arranged, number of off-hour classes, extra classes taken department wise is kept in respective departments]

2.3.11. How does the institute monitor and evaluate the quality of teaching learning? The College carefully monitors and evaluates the quality of teaching-learning through the following ways:- • Departmental review of Teacher‟s Personal Diary and Diary maintained by the HOD. The Department then has collective sessions to review the work done, find out areas where the curriculum has not been covered and plan remedial action. • The Department HOD must ensure that the teachers meet the laid down criteria of teaching at least 40 hours per week and also do extra off hour duties to make up for lost time. • A process has been laid in place to get student feedback about teaching. This has dual benefits since it allows the HOD and the Principal about the effectiveness of the teacher and his teaching besides estimating the level of the comprehension achieved by the student of his subject. • The College management and the Education Secretary Periodically visit the College to interact with faculty and students, review and assess the competence level of teaching and dedication of the faculty and administrative staff. • The teachers have been encouraged to improve their performance by self- improvement programmes including Special Academic Courses, Refresher Courses, STAT, UGC programmes like Capacity building for Women, etc 2.4 Teacher Quality

Faculty profile based on qualification

28% 36%

Ph.D. M.Phil. PG 36%

2.4.1 Provide the following details and elaborate on the strategies adopted by the college in planning and management (recruitment and retention) of its human resource (qualified and competent teachers) to meet the changing requirements of the curriculum The IQAC conducted a workshop for training the faculty in teaching-learning methods and revised curriculum. The department of Zoology conducted a five-day workshop-cum-seminar on aquatic insect identification and biomonitoring to inculcate the faculty of this institution and neighboring institutions about the advanced research methodology in the newly emerging fields. 2.4.2 How does the institution cope with the growing demand/ scarcity of qualified senior faculty to teach new programmes/ modern areas (emerging areas) of study being introduced (Biotechnology, IT, Bioinformatics etc.)? Provide details on the efforts made by the institution in this direction and the outcome during the last three years. The shortage of faculty is a serious matter which is under constant review by the College management in consolation with the Principal and HODs to find quick replacement of faculty who retire every year. The College management in accordance with University norms and approval has recruited new staff members with UGC approved qualifications during the past three years. Recruitment of competent staff for new study courses are being taken up with the University. 2.4.3 Providing details on staff development programmes during the last four years elaborate on the strategies adopted by the institution in enhancing the teacher quality. The details are provided below:- a) Nomination to staff development programmes Academic Staff Development Programmes Number of faculty nominated Refresher courses 12 HRD programmes 3 Orientation programmes 18 Staff training conducted by the university 2 Staff training conducted by other institutions 3 Summer / winter schools, workshops, etc. Nil

b) Faculty Training programmes organized by the institution to empower and enable the use of various tools and technology for improved teaching-learning • Teaching learning methods/approaches • Handling new curriculum • Content/knowledge management • Selection, development and use of enrichment materials • Assessment • Cross cutting issues • Audio Visual Aids/multimedia • OER‟s • Teaching learning material development, selection and use The IQAC conducted two workshops for training the faculty in teaching-learning methods and revised curriculum. The department of Zoology conducted a five-day workshop-cum-seminar on aquatic insect identification and biomonitoring to inculcate the faculty of this institution and neighboring institutions about the advanced research methodology in the newly emerging fields.

c) Percentage of faculty • invited as resource persons in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences organized by external professional agencies – 30% • participated in external Workshops / Seminars / Conferences recognized by national/ international professional bodies - 60% • presented papers in Workshops / Seminars / Conferences conducted or recognized by professional agencies -65%

2.4.4 What policies/systems are in place to recharge teachers? (eg: providing research grants, study leave, support for research and academic publications teaching experience in other national institutions and specialized programmes industrial engagement etc.) The Faculty receives full encouragement and support from the College Management to undergo refresher training courses organized by the affiliating university, Staff

Colleges, etc. Faculty can avail duty leave to attend seminars, workshops, conferences organized by other Universities, institutions, ACT, etc. The faculty also has full approval to conduct major and minor research projects sponsored by the UGC, FIST, Dept of S&T, KSCTE, Government agencies and publish research papers in regional/national and international journals. The College also encourages both its students and faculties to conduct research work and publish papers in the College journal. A number of departments have interaction with industrial concerns. [Data on number of research publications, papers etc given in research consultancy and extension criteria and copy of papers kept in respective departments]

2.4.5 Give the number of faculty who received awards / recognition at the state, national and international level for excellence in teaching during the last four years. Enunciate how the institutional culture and environment contributed to such performance/achievement of the faculty. Two teachers got state award 1. Young Scientist Award of KSCSTE (Dr.S.Saravanakumar, Physics) and 2. Gaveshana Prathibha Award for the best researcher (Dr. M.G. Sanalkumar, Zoology). One faculty Dr.B.Gopakumar got a national award for research excellency.

2.4.6 Has the institution introduced evaluation of teachers by the students and external Peers? If yes, how is the evaluation used for improving the quality of the teaching- learning process? The College has in place a system for teacher evaluation by its students. A system to obtain external peer evaluation of the faculty could not be introduced due to certain constraints beyond its control. The system has led to a marked improvement in the faculty interacting with the students to complete the syllabus in time within time constraints and improved the teaching-learning environment of the campus.

2.5 Evaluation Process and Reforms 2.5.1 How does the institution ensure that the stakeholders of the institution especially students and faculty are aware of the evaluation processes? The College has been keeping the students and faculty fully informed about the evaluation process and reforms introduced in order to obtain their cooperation and ensuring the success of the process. Periodical meetings and forums for discussions and interaction with Faculty and its Unions has been a continuing process. The students have also been free to approach the Principal and the management on solving any issue connected with the evaluation and reform process.

2.5.2 What are the major evaluation reforms of the university that the institution has adopted and what are the reforms initiated by the institution on its own? The following major evaluation reforms of the University, during the past four years have been adopted by the College:- • Semester System and internal assessment • Reforms in the University examinations and introduction of Grade , etc • Implementation of UGC norms, regulations in recruitment of faculty • Improvement of College infrastructure, labs, e-learning facilities etc 2.5.3 How does the institution ensure effective implementation of the evaluation reforms of the university and those initiated by the institution on its own? All the above evaluation reforms of the University have been implemented as per directions of the College management and University authorities have been duly informed of full compliance. 2.5.4 Provide details on the formative and summative evaluation approaches adopted to measure student achievement. Cite a few examples which have positively impacted the system. Student achievement is assessed mainly on the ranks achieved in university examinations. Students of different departments got first, second and third rank in university examinations during the last five years. Details kept in the respective departments.

2.5.5 Enumerate on how the institution monitors and communicates the progress and performance of students through the duration of the course/programme? Provide an analysis of the students results/achievements (Programme/course wise for last four years) and explain the differences if any and patterns of achievement across the programmes/courses offered.

The performance of the students is assessed by their internal examination marks and end- semester university examination marks. Several university ranks were obtained in departments like History, Malayalam, English, Zoology, Biochemistry, Sanskrit and Commerce during the past 5 years. Data on University ranks are available in the concerned departments. 2.5.6 Detail on the significant improvements made in ensuring rigor and transparency in the internal assessment during the last four years and weightages assigned for the overall development of students (weightage for behavioral aspects, independent learning, communication skills etc. To ensure complete transparency and ensuring the rigor of internal assessment, the College formed an Exam Committee to oversee the setting of exam papers, getting them printed and run the internal exams with invigilators, obtain checked papers and grades and submit the information to the Principal for forwarding the same to the University. 2.5.7 Does the institution and individual teachers use assessment/evaluation as an indicator for evaluating student performance, achievement of learning objectives and planning? If „yes‟ provide details on the process and cite a few examples. The internal assessment is used by the Faculty and the Principal as indicators to assess the student‟s overall performance during the course. Personal files of the students have been maintained by the departments and the student‟s overall academic performance, conduct etc are assessed based on not only the final University results but also their performance in each semester, along with other extracurricular achievements, if any. These are reflected in the Course and Conduct certificate issued to the outgoing student by the College

2.5.8 What are the mechanisms for redressal of grievances with reference to evaluation both at the College and University level? The College has in place an effective Grievances Redressal Forum headed by the principal assisted by faculty members, whereby the aggrieved student can raise genuine grievances/complaints about marking in semester exams, preparation of grades, seek retesting of papers, etc. The forum evaluates and thoroughly investigates the grievances and takes a decision based on documentation and facts available on record. Grievances at the University have to be taken up by the student with the University authorities as per laid down procedures.

2.6 Student performance and Learning Outcomes 2.6.1 Does the college have clearly stated learning outcomes? If „yes‟ give details on how the students and staff are made aware of these? The College Prospectus and its Calendar provides clearly stated the norms and regulations as well as the learning performance and achievement that it expects from its students. Also during the admission process and interview with the student, the faculty fully assesses the student‟s aptitude and attitude and makes the College norms known to them. Students who are weaker in learning get assistance through Bridge Course and remedial teaching to improve their scores. The internal and end semester exam results analysed by the tutors will be given to HOD and Principal. It is published in the annual report of the college to make aware of the stakeholders. 2.6.2 How are the teaching, learning and assessment strategies of the institution structured to facilitate the achievement of the intended learning outcomes? The College has followed the vision and mission of “educating and illuminating the younger generation to build a strong and progressive nation where the rich traditions are upheld”. The management has set down liberal teaching, learning and assessment strategies so as to facilitate the learning achievement of the students that join the study courses. Most of the students who hail from weaker sections of society are also economically not well off. Having studied in local vernacular schools, they feel disadvantaged due to poor language skills, average educational levels and lack of exposure to e-learning or computer literacy. The College has therefore evolved its own

methods to assist these students in order to achieve greater social goals of community uplift and education of the socially disadvantaged. The College has some distinguished alumni who have gained and achieved higher positions in their life due to the liberal educational outlook. 2.6.3 What are the measures/initiatives taken up by the institution to enhance the social and economic relevance (quality Jobs, entrepreneurship, innovation and research aptitude) of the courses offered? The College has introduced 21 Value Added Programmes to ensure suitable placement for its outgoing students to ensure that they succeed in a highly competitive career environment. Further, the students are encouraged to learn the core concepts through „learning by doing‟ and to focus on the pre-requisites of the companies offering jobs after the course. A student can take up one programme at a time in each semester. A „Course Certificate‟ is awarded by the College upon the student successfully completing the programme. Admission to these programmes is strictly based on an aptitude test conducted by respective departments. These courses which are economically and socially relevant not only help the students who are called for campus recruitments but also those who seek jobs elsewhere as it enhances their employability.

2.6.4 How does the institution collect and analyse data on student learning outcomes and use it for planning and overcoming barriers of learning? The college collects the result analysis from the tutors and sent it to the management. The management after analyzing the result instructs remedial measures if needed. The department works as per the instructions of the management and the academic audit cell to improve the learning outcome. The college has introduced Bridge Courses and Remedial learning classes by the faculty for upgrading student learning outcome based on University guidelines. 2.6.5 How does the institution monitor and ensure the achievement of learning outcome? The College takes immense pride that its alumni have achieved great heights in scientific, administrative and social fields. In addition, the College maintains its learning results and achievements through the good percentage of passes, high ranks and grades obtained in the university.

2.6.6 What are the graduate attributes specified by the college/affiliating university? How does the college ensure the attainment of these by the students? The college strictly follows the mark ups specified by its affiliating university and the high aims, objectives and expectations of the NSS Colleges management. The college ensures that the entire teaching-learning process leads to higher achievements by its students.  Any other relevant information regarding Teaching-Learning and Evaluation which the college would like to include. The College believes that education is a national right that can help to solve most social problems of the society. Hence the entire teaching-learning process and evaluation of the students through the semester system and grading has been evolved to ensure that the student become a useful and productive member of society. Within the current social and economic constraints, the College has strived to retain its prominence as a center of excellence in education in a rural and backward region of Kerala.

CRITERION III: RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY AND EXTENSION

3.1 Promotion of Research 3.1.1 Does the institution have recognized research center/s of the affiliating University or any other agency/organization? The Zoology department of the college is a recognized research centre of University of Kerala (affiliating University).

3.1.2 Does the Institution have a research committee to monitor and address the issues of research? If so, what is its composition? Mention a few recommendations made by the committee for implementation and their impact. The college has a research committee with Principal as chairman and Dr. M.G. Sanalkumar, Associate Professor, Department of Zoology as coordinator. The following teachers are the members of research committee. Dr. K.Unnikrishnan, Associate Professor, Department of English Dr. P. Rajendran Nair, Associate Professor, Department of Economics Dr. B. Gopakumar, Associate Professor, Department of Commerce Dr. S. Nandakumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Zoology Dr. S. Venugopal, Associate Professor, Department of Botany Dr. P. K. Sreekumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Chemistry Dr. S. Saravana Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics Some of the recommendations by the committee and its impact In order to stream line the dissertations of PG students of the college and to increase the quality of the dissertations, the Research committee of the college introduced a three level evaluation mechanism. In the first level, the students have to present the synopsis of their proposed work in the presence of an expert committee. The committee will validate the feasibility and the quality of the work and will give suggestions to the students. In the second level, the students will present the progress of their work before the committee. Finally, the completed project will be presented in front of a wide audience consisting of all the teaching staff and PG students. The jury consisting of an expert from external

college selects best paper from science and arts stream each in the college level competition and a cash prize is given to the student. The three level monitoring system was introduced for 2009-2011 batch of PG students. A significant change in the attitude of students towards the project was visible, and the quality of research was also improved. The research committee identified physics, chemistry and commerce departments as prospective candidates for research centers of University of Kerala and advised the faculty members of the respective departments to apply for guideship from University of Kerala. As a result, the faculty from the respective departments applied for guideship and we hope that in two years, the college will have at least three research centers. The research committee recommended publishing a research journal from the college. The college now annually publishes Science Chronicle, an interdisciplinary international research journal, which is funded by the college.

3.1.3 What are the measures taken by the institution to facilitate smooth progress and implementation of research schemes/projects? . Complete autonomy to the principal investigator in academic, administrative and financial matters of the project. The institutional overhead is spending as per the advice of the PI. . timely availability or release of resources in the college is ensured by the research committee . basic infrastructure like space, electric power, water etc is provided by the institution. . special leave to teachers is granted to attend project presentation, yearly progress report presentation etc as per university norms . the research committee facilitate timely auditing and submission of utilization certificate to the funding authorities

3.1.4 What are the efforts made by the institution in developing scientific temper and research culture and aptitude among students?

 The college regularly conducts national seminars, workshops, invited lecture series etc to impart research aptitude among students.  The UG and PG students conduct academic in house research projects to partially fulfill the requirements of their respective degrees. They are encouraged and inspired by the experienced faculty to carry out project work to familiarize themselves with recent trends in science and technology. The students are motivated to participate in national conferences/seminars to present abstracts, posters and papers of their research. The students are also encouraged to publish their PG research project in the reputed national/international journals or in the journal Science Chronicle.  The college conducted a workshop to PG students  Two paper presentation competitions are being conducted by the college. The first year PG students present papers on general topics in their subject. The second year PG students present their PG dissertation work. Best paper awards are given to each stream, i.e. arts and science. 3.1. 5 Give details of the faculty involvement in active research (Guiding student research, leading Research Projects, engaged in individual/collaborative research activity, etc.

No. of Name of the Guide Discipline Major area of Research Students

Biodiversity Dr. M.G. Sanalkumar Zoology Soil Science 8 Toxicology

Reproductive Biology, Dr. M. Jayasree Botany Palynology, 2 Phytochemistry

Atherosclerosis, Diabetes, Transfusion Dr. K.G. Padmakumaran Nair Biochemistry Medicine, Environmental 3 Biochemistry

Dr. P. Rajendran Nair Economics Traditional Industries 5 Mathematic Modeling, Dr. K. Rejikumar Mathematics 4 Discrete Maths Zoology Dr. A. Biju Kumar Biodiversity 3 (External)

No.of faculty having major and minor projects: Major: 5 and Minor: 21 Total no. of part-time PhD teachers in the college: 20 Total no. of full-time PhD teachers in the college: 9 Total no. of teachers on FIP in the college: 7

3.1.6 Give details of workshops/ training programmes/ sensitization programmes conducted/organized by the institution with focus on capacity building in terms of research and imbibing research culture among the staff and students. International seminars/Workshops Title Year Funding Total outlay agency

“Aquatic Insects research & teaching in July 9- Clemson Professional help Asia” organized by PG and Research 13, 2007 University, Department of Zoology USA

National Seminars/ Workshops Title Year Funding Total outlay agency (Rs.)

“Fauna”Faunal diversity and endemism in January UGC and 1,20,000 Southern Western Ghats.”, organized by 2012 KSCSTE PG and Research Department of Zoology

Two day national seminar on “Post July UGC 72,000/- modernism in Malayalam literature” 2008 organized by Department of Malayalam “Human Rights for a changing World” 2009 UGC 50,000/- organized by Department of Political Science “Wonders in Nanoscience” organized by 2009 UGC 85,000/- Department of Chemistry “Appropriate Knowledge and 2011 UGC 75,000/- Curriculum in English Studies: Need for a new Epistemology” organized by Department of English “Beneficial microbes of different 2011 UGC 85,000/- agroclimatic zones” organized by Department of Botany “New Risk factors of Coronary Artery 2012 UGC 65,000/- Diseases” organized by Department of Biochemistry “Green Politics-Perspectives and 2012 Institute of 50, 000/- Democracy”, organized by Department of Parliamentary Political Science Affairs “Training of Women in unorganized 2012 Human Rights 50, 000/- sector- Human Rights Issue”, organized Commission by Department of Political Science

State level Seminars/ Workshops Title Year Funding Total outlay agency (Rs.)

“Sustainable Waste Management by 2008 UGC 16,000/- Local Self Government Institutions through People‟s Participation”, organized by Department of Economics “Gender Equity for prosperity with 2010 KSCSTE, 8000/- Peace”, organized by Department of Govt. of Botany Kerala

“Paristhithi Sahithyam”, organized by 2010 Biodiversity 28,000/- Department of Malayalam Board

College level seminars/sensitization programs Title Year Funded by

“Workshop for PG students”, organized by 2011 UGC Research Committee, NSS College Pandalam Interdisciplinary Seminar on “Statistical 19th March 2012 UGC Techniques” jointly organized by Department of Commerce and Department of Economics One day seminar on “Comparative Literature” 22nd February PTA organized by Department of English 2010 One day seminar on “Theatre Studies” 21st February PTA organized by Department of English 2012 One day Workshop on “Interdisciplinary 2012 PG Assistance Approach to Kathakali and Drama” organized by Department of English

One day Workshop on “Translation Studies” 2012 PG Assistance organized by Department of English One day Workshop on “Bioinformatics” 2012 Department Fund organized by Department of Chemistry One day seminar on “Impact of Indo-ASEAN 2010 PTA fund free trade agreement” organized by Department of English Three day seminar on “Malayalam criticism, 2009 PTA Novel, Story and Poetry” organized by Department of Malayalam Workshop on “Bharatha Basha” organized by 2012 District Information Department of Malayalam centre and District Library council

Workshop on “Cinema and Literature” 2012 SBT, Pandalam organized by Department of Malayalam Interdisciplinary seminar on “Translation” 2011 UGC jointly organized by Department of Malayalam, Hindi and Sanskrit Interdisciplinary seminar on “Literary 2012 UGC Criticism” jointly organized by Department of Malayalam, Hindi and Sanskrit Workshop on Sanskrit Informatics 2011 PTA

One day seminar on “Fifty Years of Laser 2011 PTA Physics” organized by Department of Physics Interdisciplinary seminar on “Mathematics in 2012 UGC Astrophysics” jointly organized by Department of Physics and Mathematics

3.1.7 Provide details of prioritised research areas and the expertise available with the institution.

Research area Name of teacher Biodiversity, Biostatistics, Soil Dr. M.G. Sanalkumar Biology Environmental Chemistry Dr. Shyama Nair Solvent extraction studies of Dr. S. Sreelatha lanthanides Co- ordination complexes Dr. P.K. Sreekumar Analysis of dry rubber content Dr. D. Gopimohan Development of green composites K.S. Usha Devi Clinical Laboratory Techniques & Dr. K.G. Padmakumaran Instrumentation Nair Local Governance & Decentralised Dr. P.P. Rajasekharan Pillai planning

People Planning Programme, Yoga, Dr. P. Rajendran Nair Naturopathy Indian Knowledge system Dr. K. Unnikrishnan Indian writing in English Dr. J. Anjana Small Scale Industries Dr. B. Gopakumar Rubber Plantation Industry Dr.K.Santhakumari Rural Marketing Dr.V.G.Latha Bai Bio pesticides / Bio fungicides Dr. Venugopal

Non linear dynamics, Photonic Dr. S. Rajesh

device modeling, Computational biology Laser ablation, non linear optics, Dr. S. Vijaya Kumar nanostructures Nanoscience, Quantum Chemistry Dr. S. Saravana Kumar

3.1.8 Enumerate the efforts of the institution in attracting researchers of eminence to visit the campus and interact with teachers and students? College has a special programme named “Alumni – second home coming”. The departments invite prominent alumni in the academic field to deliver lectures to the present students as a service.  Most of the departments periodically conduct Invited lectures, through which the students and teachers had an opportunity to interact with the eminent scientists.

 Invited lecture series by Zoology department Invited Lectures

Topic Resource person Year Department Aquarium management Dr. Mithun .S., Professor, 2009 Zoology University of Malaysia Skin diseases Dr. Sreejith,Professor, 2011 Zoology University of California Aquatic insects Dr. John. C. Morse 2008 Zoology Professor, Clemson University Fish by-products Dr. K. G. Padmakumar 2009 Zoology Fisheries Research Station, Kumarakom Water resources Dr. E. Priyalal CESS, 2011 Zoology Trivandrum Impact of sand mining Dr. Sunil Kumar Zoology Water resource Management Dr. K. P. Sukumaran Nair, 2007 Zoology Pampa Parirakshana Samithi Bird diversity in Ramsar Site Dr. K. Unnikrishnan, 2008 Zoology Associate Professor, NSS College Vazhoor Nature conservation and its importance Dr. P. Induchoodan, 2010 Zoology Divisional Forest Officer, Malayatoor Biodiversity and Tropical ecosystem Dr. A. Bijukumar, Head, 2010 Zoology Department of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, University of Kerala

Foundations of Quantum Mechanics Dr. V. M. Anandakumar, 2011 Physics Associate Professor, Department of Physics, MG College, Trivandrum Photoluminescence in nanomaterials Dr. N. V. Unnikrishnan, 2011 Physics Head, Department of Physics, MG University, Kottayam Astronomical Mixture Dr. Indulekha, Associate 2012 Physics Professor, School of Theoretical and Applied Physics, MG University Linguistics Dr. H. Parameswaran, 2008 Hindi former principal, University college Functional Hindi Dr. D. K. Panicker 2008 Hindi History of Hindi literature Prof. Sreekumari Pillai 2010 Hindi Modern Poetry Dr. Raveendranath 2009 Hindi Women Dramatists Dr. Mini George 2011 Hindi Modern trends in Hindi Dr. Rajan David 2012 Hindi Short story writer Vishnu Prabhakar Dr. Thomas 2012 Hindi The Eclectic Theatre of GirishKarnad Dr. Subash Chandran, SN 2010 English College Kollam Translation: Theory and practice Prof. Meena. T. Pillai 2010 English Reminiscences Dr. K. B. Anand 2010 English

3.1.9 What percentage of the faculty has utilized Sabbatical Leave for research activities? How has the provision contributed to improve the quality of research and imbibe research culture on the campus? 20%. Teacher doing part-time Ph.D. spent time for their research activities during Onam, Christmas and Summer holidays. As per the management policy, such teachers are not assigned any academic or administrative work during vacation time. They can also utilize the facilities of department as well as general library during this time.

3.1.10 Provide details of the initiatives taken up by the institution in creating awareness/advocating/transfer of relative findings of research of the institution and elsewhere to students and community (lab to land)

 The PG and Research Department of Zoology has a KSCSTE funded major project on “Physical, Chemical and Biological quality of Achenkovil River”. This study revealed the pollution status of the river which is being used by thousands of people for various purposes. The report was submitted to district authorities to take necessary action.

 The findings of two projects by Department of Political Science,“A study on social security projects in Kerala” and “Evaluation study on total sanitation projects in Pathanamthitta”, was submitted to local governance authorities.

 A project “Women‟s participation and non-party political movement in Kerala “by Dr. Girijadevi, Associate Professor, Department of Malayalam.

 “A gerontological study on the health hazards of cashew workers in Kollam district”by Rekhasree. K.R., Assistant Professor, Department of Sociology.  “A study on empowerment of women through Kudumbasree in Pandalam panchayath” by Department of Commerce  “A study on Ayurvedic facilities in Thiruvananthapuram district” by Department of commerce

3.2 Resource Mobilization for Research 3.2.1 What percentage of the total budget is earmarked for research? Give details of major heads of expenditure, financial allocation and actual utilization. The college bears the cost of publishing the research journal „Science Chronicle‟. English department‟s magazine Marga is publishing short stories, poetry etc. 3.2.2 Is there a provision in the institution to provide seed money to the faculty for research? If so, specify the amount disbursed and the percentage of the faculty that has availed the facility in the last four years? The PTA of the college provides seed money to the faculty for research on demand and merit. Dr. H. Padmakumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics used seed money to develop a combustion synthesis set up in the department. 3.2.3 What are the financial provisions made available to support student research projects by students? The students are encouraged and assisted by the faculty to apply for the student projects

from Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment. The concerned departments provide financial assistance to the students belonging to financially weaker sector. 3.2.4 How does the various departments/units/staff of the institute interact in undertaking interdisciplinary research? Cite examples of successful endeavors and challenges faced in organizing interdisciplinary research. The research committee of the college commence periodical meeting of the staff interested in research, discusses their fields of research and try to identify fields of mutual interest/interdisciplinary research. Interdisciplinary seminar series was conducted by the research committee during March 2012  Interdisciplinary Seminar on “Statistical Techniques” jointly organized by Department of Commerce and Department of Economics on19th March 2012.  Interdisciplinary seminar on “Translation” jointly organized by Department of Malayalam, Hindi and Sanskrit on 2011  Interdisciplinary seminar on “Literary Criticism” jointly organized by Department of Malayalam, Hindi and Sanskrit on 2012  Interdisciplinary seminar on “Mathematics in Astrophysics” jointly organized by Department of Physics and Mathematics The staff and PG students of Zoology and Botany continuously interact to do student projects. The botany department helps the students of Zoology department to identify the characteristics of botanical extract used for their studies. The Zoology department helps students from Botany and Biochemistry in antibacterial studies and to take microphotography. The Chemistry department is doing phytoextraction in their laboratory for Zoology and botany students for conducting their project work in microbiology and toxicology experiments.

3.2.5 How does the institution ensure optimal use of various equipment and research facilities of the institution by its staff and students? The detailed list of facilities and equipments available in the institution is informed to all the staff and PG students through a printed brochure. The research committee will help the staff or students to avail any facility from other departments. Zoology and Chemistry

department have sophisticated instrumentation facility for the use of other department students with the consent of concerned project guides. 3.2.6 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facility? If „yes‟ give details. No 3.2.7 Enumerate the support provided to the faculty in securing research funds from various funding agencies, industry and other organisations. Provide details of ongoing and completed projects and grants received during the last four years. Major Projects Duratio Total grant Total Name of the n Year grant Title of the project funding From Sanctioned Received received agency To till date Kerala State Council for Assessment of Physical, Chemical Science, 2008- and Biological Quality of Achencoil Technology 23,75,000 23,75,000 23,75,000 2012 River & Environmen t A study on consumer behavior in 2012- relation to the marketing of UGC 2,30,000 2,30,000 1,72,500 2014 consumer durables in the rural economy of Kerala Development of High Performance 2011- Green Composite of NR/PEG UGC 2,90,000 2,90,000 2,90,000 2013 copolymer & Carbon Nano tubes 2012- Ritualistic performances of temples UGC 4,48,000 4,48,000 3,36,000 2014 of Onattukara 2008- Modeling of social ties: a modified UGC 5,60,000 5,60,000 5,60,000 2011 approach

Minor Projects Duratio Name Total grant Total grant n Year of the Title of the project received From funding Sanctioned Received till date To agency Ecological and Environmental assessment of forest cover of 2009- Konny forest division of Kerala UGC 1,10,000 1,10,000 1,10,000 2011 with special reference to soil vegetation and wild life Antimicrobial effect of some 2007- selected medicinal plants on UGC 70,000 70,000 70,000 2009 Vibrio cholera 2009- Natural Dyes as pH indicators UGC 1,10,000 1,10,000 1,10,000 2011 Phytochemical studies on 2007- bioactive compounds from UGC 90,000 90,000 90,000 2009 leaves of Calophyllum decipiens A comparative study on the sustainability of SHQs 2012- organized by NGO and UGC 70,000 70,000 52,500 2014 Kudumbasree-a government organized NGO in Pathanamthitta District, Kerala Rural marketing prospects of 2012- selected consumer products UGC 80,000 80,000 60,000 2014 with special reference to Palakkad District

Duratio Name Total grant Total grant n Year of the Title of the project received From funding Sanctioned Received till date To agency

2011- Green Chemical approach for 1,16,250 2013 synthesis of biologically active UGC 1,55,000 1,55,000 amino acids Ecological changes of river 2011- sand mining and consequences KSCST 1,80,000 1,80,000 1,80,000 2013 of land conversion of water E logged areas Breading Biology, Population 2012- dynamics and pesticide UGC 90,000 90,000 70,000 2014 tolerance of a terrestrial isopod “Phyloscia javanensis (rich)” A study on the effect of diet & life style on the incidence of

2012- coronary artery disease in 1,46,250 2014 moderately drinking Ex- UGC 1,95,000 1,95,000 military men in Pathanamthitta district”.

A study on botanical

2011- fungicides against Lasiiplodia 82,500 2013 thebromae, the causal UGC 1,10,000 1,10,000 organism f fruit rot and post harvest decay in coconut

2011- A gerentological study on the 63,750 2013 health hazards of cashew UGC 85,000 85,000 workers in Kollam district

Duratio Name Total grant Total grant n Year of the Title of the project received From funding Sanctioned Received till date To agency

2009- Reorganisation of coir sector 65,000 2012 to coir co-operatives – UGC 65,000 65,000 problems and prospects Public responses and 2010- awareness regarding UGC 60,000 60,000 60,000 2012 sustainable development of Kuttanadu

2010- Women‟s participation and 1,20,000 2012 non-party political movement UGC 1,20,000 1,20,000 in Kerala Psychopathology of post-1975 2011- American short fiction: A UGC 74,000 74,000 74,000 2012 study of selected literary works from the American continent 2010- 2011 World Cinema Today UGC 1,25,000 1,25,000 1,25,000

2007- Maximal independent 2008 functions and application to UGC 50,000 50,000 50,000 social network

2007- Mathematical modeling of DRDO 1,15,000 1,15,000 1,15,000 2008 Consciousness

3.3 Research Facilities 3.3.1 What are the research facilities available to the students and research scholars within the campus? Department Facilities Botany Laminar Air flow chamber, Inoculation hood, Hot air oven, Spectrophotometer, Research Centrifuge, Calorimeter, pH meter, Water bath, Distillation Unit, Conductivity meter, Electrophori unit, Research Microscopes Zoology BOD incubator, Fluorescent Microscope, Flame Photometer, Turbidity Meter, Bacteriological Incubator, Water bath, Calorimeter, Binocular research microscope, Egg incubator, Hot air oven, Laminar flow, Spectrophotometer, Water quality analyser, Bacteria colony counter, Microscopic camera, Camera lucida, Kymograph Chemistry FTIR spectrophotometer, UV-Vis spectrophotometer, Rotary vacuum evaporator, Polari meter, ABBI refractometer, Vacuum pump, Muffle furnace, Digital Potentiometer, pH meter, Electronic balance, Lab centrifuge, Microwave oven, Water Distillation Unit, Digital conductivity Meter, Spectrophotometer, Soxhlet extraction mantle, Polaroscan, BOD incubator, Vacuum Oven, Waterbath, Deioniser, Rotary shaker, Turbidity meter, Photoelectric colorimeter, Cyclomixer, Sonicator, Fume Hood Physics Low cost nanomaterial synthesis lab, Combustion set up to synthesize nanomaterials.

3.3.2 What are the institutional strategies for planning, upgrading and creating infrastructural facilities to meet the needs of researchers especially in the new and emerging areas of research? The research forum of the college provides guidance to the staff for writing research proposals to funding agency. The forum published two booklets on funding agencies of national/international status in Science/Arts/Literature. 3.3.3 Has the institution received any special grants or finances from the industry or other beneficiary agency for developing research facilities?? If „yes‟, what are the instruments/

facilities created during the last four years. The chemistry department of the institution is a DST-FIST sponsored department. The instruments bought using the grants from KSCSTE, DST, and UGC are enlisted below BOD incubator, Fluorescent Microscope, Flame Photometer, Turbidity Meter, Bacteriological Incubator, Water bath, Calorimeter, Binocular research microscope, Egg incubator, Hot air oven, Laminar flow, Spectrophotometer, Water quality analyser, Bacteria colony counter, Micrscopic camera, Camera lucida, FTIR spectrophotometer, UV-Vis spectrophotometer, Rotary vacuum evaporator. 3.3.4 What are the research facilities made available to the students and research scholars outside the campus / other research laboratories? All the facilities available in the institution are accessible to the students and research scholars outside the campus / other research laboratories

3.3.5 Provide details on the library/ information resource centre or any other facilities available specifically for the researchers? o Computers with internet connections exclusively for researchers are available in the general library. Further, a library and information centre is located in the college campus with more than 3000 books on advanced research in various subjects. Researchers can freely avail these books on working days including Saturdays.

o A separate reference section for researchers is available in the college library and University information centre.

3.3.6 What are the collaborative research facilities developed / created by the research institutes in the college. For ex. Laboratories, library, instruments, computers, new technology etc. PG and Research department of Zoology has developed a research laboratory in collaboration with Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment. PG department of Chemistry has established a research laboratory with the aid of Department of Science and Technology‟s FIST programme.

3.4 Research Publications and Awards 3.4.1 Highlight the major research achievements of the staff and students in terms of  Patents obtained and filed (process and product)  Sri.K.K.Suresh, Department of Zoology got a patent for his product developed in the field of diabetic cure.  Original research contributing to product improvement  Nil  Research studies or surveys benefiting the community or improving the services  Economics department conducted a survey on computer literacy among members and staff of Pandalam Grama Panchayat sponsored by Centre for Development Studies, Trivandrum and conducted “ A Study on the Institutional Mechanism for Plan formulation and implementation under decentralised Planning in Kerala”

 Extension activities of Zoology department on wet-land conversion and river sand mining conducted extensive survey and found deterioration in the immediate environment due to uncontrolled environmental degradation activities.

 Research inputs contributing to new initiatives and social development Dr. S. Saravana Kumar, Department of Physics got Young Scientist award of Kerala State during 2008-09. Dr. M.G. Sanal kumar, Department of Zoology got „ Gaveshana Prathibha- A state award from Kerala Private college Teachers Association‟, a leading college teachers association of the State for his outstanding achievements in the field of basic science research during 2011-12. Several PG students got research fellowships for conducting their PG projects from Science and Technology Dept. of the state ( Students from Botany, Zoology and Chemistry- Details kept in the concerned departments). Dr. M.G. Sanal Kumar and R.S. Balamurali of Zoology Dept. conducted fish survey in Pallickal river and Achencovil River for biodiversity data collection of Kerala State Biodiversity Board. The study of pollution status of Achencovil River by Dr. M.G. Sanal Kumar and his team produced an array of results which is deteriorating the river

and suggested remedial measures for the rejuvenation of the river and the report handed over to the authorities for implementation of suggested remedial measures. 3.4.2 Does the Institute publish or partner in publication of research journal(s)? If „yes‟, indicate the composition of the editorial board, publication policies and whether such publication is listed in any international database?

The college publishes Science Chronicle, an interdisciplinary journal concerned with extending and integrating various studies in Science. The scope of the journal covers all aspects of Life science, Physical Science and Chemical Science. It provides a forum for scientists, researchers, scholars, academician and other individuals connected with Science to share and extend their scientific works and to find the strategies of similar works done. Print ISSN: 2319 - 6955 Number of issues per year : 2 Print frequency : Biannual Editorial Board EXECUTIVE EDITOR Dr.M. Jayasree, Principal, N.S.S. College, Pandalam CHIEF EDITOR Dr.M.G.Sanalkumar Research Co-ordinator, N.S.S. College, Pandalam

BOARD OF EDITORS

Dr.S.Venugopal Dr.P.K.Sreekumar Department of Botany Department of Chemistry

Dr.S.Saravanakumar Prof.S.Nandakumar Department of Physics Department of Zoology

3.4.3 Give details of publications by the faculty and students:

Research articles 1. Sanalkumar M.G. 2006. Solid Waste Management- A Maldivian scenario. Proc. Of National Seminar on Environment management and waste disposal- Emerging trends. March 27-28 2006. N.S.S. College Pandalam. 2. Bijukumar, A and M.G. Sanalkumar 2006. Solid waste management – Problems and Prospects. Proc. Of National seminar on Environmental management and waste disposal- Emerging trends. March 27-28 2006. N.S.S. College Pandalam 3. Bijukumar A. and G.R. Deepthi 2006. Biodiversity Associated with Trawl By-Catch in Kerala Coast. Malabar Trogon (Quarterly Newsletter of Malabar Natural History Society), 3(3):4-7 4. Bijukumar A., Sushilkumar, G.R.Deepthi and V.Sasikala 2006. Diversity of Molluscs in the By-Catch of trawlers at Neendakara Fishing Harbour, Kerala. Millennium Zoology. 6(1), 2005-2006. 5. Bijukumar A. and G.R. Deepthi 2006. Trawling and by-catch: Implications on marine ecosystem. Curr.Sci, 90(7), 922-931 6. Jayalekshmi, R., Deepthi, G.R., Padmakumaran Nair, K.G., and A. Bijukumar 2006. Proximate composition of Scylla serrata and Portunus sanguinolentus Herbst (Brachyura: Portunidae). Biores: 2:42-51 7. Bijukumar A. 2006. A checklist of Avifauna of the Bharathapuzha River Basin, Kerala. Zoos Print J. 21(8): 2350 – 2355 8. Bijukumar A. 2006. Collection, Processing, Preservation and Identification of common marine parameters with special reference to fish and shellfish SDMRI Research publication, No:10, 245-258 9. Bijukumar A. 2006. Diversity of vertebrate fauna in Bharathapuzha River, Kerala. Pro. Of Nat. Con. On Wetland Biodiversity. St.Alosyius College, Elthuruth. 10. Bijukumar A., Siva Priya K.R. and S. Mithun 2006. Hermit crab of Kerala Coast with special reference to Morphometric Relation between Diogenes Mites (Herbst) and its host shell Olivancillaria gibbosa (Born), Millennium Zoology. Vol:7(2): 18-23

11. Bijukumar, A., Sushil Kumar M., Deepthi G.R. and S. Mithun 2007. Sea snakes associated with trawl by-catch of Kerala Coast, India. Cobra, 65(1):1-4 12. Bijukumar A., Sushil Kumar M., Raffi S.M. and S. Ajmal Khan 2007. Diversity of Brachyuran crabs associated with trawl by catch in Kerala coast. Ind. J.Fish., 54(3): 283- 290 13. Sanal Kumar M.G., Harinarayanan M.K. and S. Sanker.2008. Biodiversity conservation and Threat factors analysis in a forest ecosystem of Southern Western Ghats, Kerala, India. J. Ecobiol (International).22(1): 1-9 14. Sanal Kumar M.G. 2008. Biodiversity of Idukki Wild life sanctuary, Kerala and problems and prospects of its conservation. Proc. International. Conf. Bodiv. Conser.Magmt.Kochi 2008. pp751-753. (International) 15. Pillai Remya Muraleedharan and M.G. Sanal Kumar 2008. Studies on seasonal species association of soil collembolan- Lobella coralina. Proc.nat.semi.on emerging trends in bio informatics. Etbioinfo- 08: 26-29. 16. Aswathy K. and M.G. Sanalkumar 2008. Studies on seasonal variation in the population density and distribution patterns of soil isopod- Phyloscia javanensis (Rich) Proc.nat.semi.on emerging trends in bio informatics. Etbioinfo- 08: 30-35. 17. Pramod B. and M.G. Sanal kumar.2008. Soil enrichment activity of Earthworm species Eudrilus eugeniae. Proc.nat.semi.on emerging trends in bio informatics. Etbioinfo- 08: 26- 29. 18. Lekshmi S. K. , Ranjitha O. and S.Nandakumar 2008. A study on the sensitivity of Klebsiella pneumoniae to selected Indian Medicinal plants. Proc.nat.semi.on emerging trends in bio informatics. Etbioinfo- 08: 42-48. 19. Nandakumar S., Sanal Kumar M.G., Balamurali R.S., Reshmi R., Anupama C.V., Ranjitha O. and Lekshmi S.Kumar. 2009. Antibacterial activity of selected Indian Medicinal plants and antibiotics on Staphylococcus aureus. J.Ecobiol. 24(2):147-152. 20. Sanalkumar M.G., Nandakumar S. and B. Pramod.2009. Soil enrichment activity of Earthworm species Eisinia foetida. J. Ecology and Fisheries Vol 2:October 2009: 9-14. 21. Sanal Kumar M.G. and S.Sanker.2009. Assessment of Biodiversity threat in the Kerala Forests-A new approach. J.Ecobiol. (International) 25(1) 71-78.

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22. Sanal Kumar M.G. and S.Sanker.2009. Effect of wild fire on the population density of some soil organisms. J.Ecobiol (International) 25(2):121-126 23. Sanal Kumar M.G., Balamurali R.S. and S. Nanda kumar.2009. Studies on seasonal variation in the population density and distribution patterns of soil isopod- Phyloscia javanensis. J. Eco chronicle 4(1)33-38. 24. Sanal Kumar M.G., Nandakumar S. , Balamurali R.S. and G.Reshmi.2010. Effect of sub lethal concentrations of an insecticide and a herbicide on the longevity and moulting of a soil collembolan- Lobella coralina. J. Eco. Tox. & Env. Moni. (International) 20(6):593- 600. 25. Sanal Kumar M.G., Balamurali R.S., Nandakumar S. and P.S. Anu .2010. Effect of sub lethal concentrations of an insecticide and a herbicide on the fecundity and incubation period of a soil micro-arthropod Phyloscia javenensis. J. Eco. Tox.& Env.Moni. (International) 20(3) : 293-300. 26. Manoharan P.P, Sanal Kumar M.G. and P.M. Remya. 2010. Species association studies of soil fauna in two different habitats of Central Travancore – Kerala, South India. J. Ecology and Fisheries . Vol.3(1):61-74. 27. Santhy G. and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Variation in the nutrient composition of Etroplus maculatus exposed to sub lethal concentration of parathione – an organo phosphorus pesticide. J. Ecology and Fisheries . Vol.3(1):89-94. 28. Firozia Naseema Jalal and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Seasonal variation in faecal coliform and total coliform bacterial density at Pamba river in comparison with River Achencovil. J. Ecology and Fisheries . Vol.3 (1)55-60. 29. Deepa R.P. and A. Biju Kumar 2010. New records of the sea cucumbers Holothuria (Semperothuria) imitans Ludwig and Stichopus herrmanni Semper (Echinodermata: Holothuroidea) from the southwestern coast of India. Journal of Threatened Taxa. 2(2): 712-715 30. Deepa R.P. and A. Biju Kumar 2010. Echinoderm biodiversity of Kerala: Inventory, distribution and ecology. Proceedings of 22nd Kerala Science congress, 28-31 January 2010, KFRI, Peechi, pp. 869-870. 31. Balamurali R.S. and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Reproductive biology of a soil isopod Phyloscia javanensis (Rich) in relation to soil nutrients. J.Multidisciplinary Research.

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( International) ( In Press). 32. Nandakumar S. and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Rapid bio assessment protocol for river health assessment based on entomological indicator species – a case study of River Achencovil. Proc. 22nd Kerala Science Congress – Peechi. 28-31 January 2010. 33. Balamurali R.S. and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Fecundity, sex ratio and inter sex formation in a terrestrial isopod Phyloscia javanensis (Rich) in relation to soil physico-chemical characteristics. . Proc. 22nd Kerala Science Congress – Peechi. 28-31 January 2010. 34. Reeja Jose, Sanalkumar M.G., Firozia N.J. and G.Santhy 2010. Seasonal assessment of water pollution at various segments of river Achencovil based on indicator animal species .J.Ecochronicle (In press) 35. Sanal Kumar M.G., Reeja Jose, Firozia N.J. and G.Santhy 2010. Seasonal variation in physico-chemical and microbiological properties of water at different segments of river Achencovil-Kerala, India. J.Ecobiology(International) (in press) 36. G. Santhy, M.G. Sanal Kumar, Reeja Jose and Firozia Naseema Jalal 2010. Comparison of proximate composition of two dominant freshwater fish species of river Achencovil. J. Ecobiol (International). Vol. 27(3):225-229. 37. Deepa R.P. and A. Biju Kumar 2010. Echinoderm biodiversity along Kerala coast. Proc. First Indian Biodiversity Congress-Thiruvananthapuram. 28-30 December 2010. 38. M.G. Sanal Kumar, R.S.Balamurali, S.Nanda Kumar and S. Sankar 2010 Alpha diversity of konni reserve forest- prospectus of long term ecorestoration. Proc. Internat. semi. on tropical forest biodiversity.IFGTB. Coimbatore. 28-31 December 2010. 39. Mayalekshmi P, Padmakumaran Nair K.G. and G. Santhy 2011 Estimation and comparison of biochemical composition of two endemic fresh water fish species of southern Kerala –India. J. Ecobiol (International). (in press). 40. Deepa R.P. and A. Biju Kumar 2011. New records of sea cucumbers Phyllophorus (Phyllothuria) cebuensis (Semper) and Trachasina crucifera (Semper) from the south-west coast of India. Indian Journal of Fisheries. (in press) 41. Firozia Naseema Jalal, M.G. Sanalkumar and S. Nandakumar.2011. Microbiological and physico-chemical water quality assessment of Pamba River of Kerala in relation to pilgrimage season.Proc. International Conference on Climate change, Forest Resource and Environment, 9-11 December 2011 Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.pp.271.

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42. Reeja Jose, M.G. Sanalkumar and S. Nandakumar.2011. Diversity and Abundance of Crustacean Zooplanktons in Achencovil river in relation to Hydrological parameters. Proc. International Conference on Climate change, Forest Resource and Environment, 9- 11 December 2011, Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala.pp.88. 43. M.G. Sanal Kumar, S. Nanda Kumar and P.M. Remya. 2012. Seasonal variations in the population density and diversity of soil fauna in two different habitats of Central Travancore Area of South Kerala –India. Int. J. of Scientific and Research Pub., USA. 2 (1):1-5. 44. V. Karthika and M.G. Sanal kumar.2012. Studies on liver and muscle glycogen content of some teleost marine fishes in relation to reproductive cycle. Science Chronicle(International). 1(1):12-20. 45. B. N. Sindhu and M.G. Sanal kumar.2012. Milk adulteration studies on locally available raw and pasteurized milk from Pathanamthitta district- Kerala. . Science Chronicle(International). 1(1):45-58. 46. Sreedevi R and K.B. Jagadeesh.2012.A study of sacred groves in Pallickal panchayath, Pathanamthitta District. Science Chronicle(International). 1(1):1-11. 47. Athira K.V. and S. Nandakumar. 2012.A preliminary screening of selected medicinal plants for antimicrobial effect on coliform bacteria isolated from raw milk. Science Chronicle(International). 1(1):21-28. 48. Priya .K and V. Radhakrihnan.2012.Survey of the chloride level and hardness in the well water of XVth ward of Chirayinkeezhu panchayath to assess the quality of drinking water. Science Chronicle(International). 1(1):29-33. 49. Rohini K. and K. Santhakumari.2012.Piscian biodiversity of River Ithikkara in relation to various physico chemical parameters. Science Chronicle(International). 1(1):34-40. 50. Remyamol B.O. and R.S. Balamurali.2012.Studies on the toxicological effects of a fungicide on a terrestrial isopod, Phyloscia javanensis (Rich). Science Chronicle(International). 1(1):41-44. 51. Reshma S and S. Nandkumar.2012.A study on the activity of selected medicinal plant on the sensitivity of human skin microflora. Science ChronicleInternational). 1(1):59-64.

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52. Unnimaya S.R. and R. S. Balamurali. 2012.Effects of different concentrations of a herbicide on the juveniles of Phyloscia javanensis (Rich). Science Chronicle (International). 1(1):65-69. 53. Arathy R.P. and R.L. Sakthibabu.2012.Antimicrobial effects of isolated active ingredients from Aerva lanata and/or Sanseveria zeylanica on selected pathogenic bacteria Klebsiella pneumoniae. Science Chronicle (International). 1(1):70-73. 54. Manju P. and R.L. Sakthibabu.2012.Antimicrobial effects of isolated active ingredients from Aerva lanata and/or Sanseveria zeylanica on selected pathogenic bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Science Chronicle (International). 1(1):74-77. 55. R.S. Balamurali and M.G. Sanal Kumar.2012.Reproductive biology of soil arthropod Phyloscia javanensis (Rich) in relation to soil nutrient.Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub. (International) 2(8):1-4. 56. M.G. Sanal Kumar, S. Nandakumar, S. Vaisakh, R.S. Balamurali and S. Sankar.2012.A Notational Composition of bird species of Nilgiri Slope forest – A paradise of avifauna in Southern Western Ghats. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub.(International) 2(11):A.1-2. 57. Reeja Jose and M.G. Sanal Kumar. 2012. Seasonal variations in the Zooplankton diversity of River Achencovil. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub.(International) 2(11):B.1-5. 58. V. Jayalekshmy and M.G. Sanal Kumar.2012. Bi-seasonal variation in the Piscian diversity in relation to physico chemical parameters of Pallickal River- Kerala, India. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub.(International) 2(11):C.1-4. 59. M.G. Sanal Kumar, V. Jayalekshmy and R.S.Balamurali.2012. Vegetation study based on the soil properties of Konni reserve forest, a part of Western Ghats of Kerala, India. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub.(International) 2(12):A.1-5. 60. Firozia Naseema Jalal and M.G. Sanal Kumar. 2012. Hydrology and water quality assessment of Achencovil River in relation to Pilgrimage season. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub. (International) 2(12):B.1-5. 61. V. Jayalekshmy, S. Nandakumar and M.G. Sanal Kumar.2013 Comparative studies of antibacterial activities of selected medicinal plants and commonly used antibiotics on Pseudomonas aeruginosa. J. Ecotox. and Environmental monitoring (International) 23(1): 51-57

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62. M.G. Sanal Kumar, P. Mayalekshmi and V. Jayalekshmy. 2013. A comparative study on the diversity of ornamental and food fishes of river Achencovil in relation to various physico- chemical characteristics. Int. J. Research in Chem. and Env. (International) II(2).50-53 63. Firozia Naseema Jalal and M.G. Sanal Kumar. 2012. Water quality assessment of Pampa River in relation to Pilgrimage season. Int. J. Research in Chem. and Env.(International) III(1).341-347

64. Reeja Jose and M.G. Sanal Kumar.2013.Seasonal abundance of Crustacean Zooplanktons in Achencovil River, Kerala, India.Int. J. Scientific Research.(International). II(1)3-5.

65. M.G. Sanal Kumar, V. Jayalekshmy and P. Mayalekshmy.2013. A comparative study on the diversity of ornamental and food fishes of river Achencovil in relation to various physico- chemical charecteristics. Int. J. Scientific Research.II(2).50-53 66. S. Nandakumar and M.G.Sanalkumar. 2013. Rapid bioassessment protocol for riverine systems of South India using insect indicators – A new methodology approach. Science chronicle 2(1&2):297-305 67. Vinod P. and M.G. Sanal kumar. 2013. Reproductive and nutritional cycles of Anabas testudineus(bloch) with special reference to Gonadial and Hepato-gastric indices. Science chronicle 2(1&2):287-296

68. Lija L. Raju and V.Radhakrishnan.2013.Assessment of water quality at selected sites of Kallada River using some chemical and biological parameters. Science chronicle 2(1&2):268-280

69. V. Jayalekshmy and M. G. Sanal kumar.2013. Diversity and seasonal distribution of ornamental fishes in Pallickal River, Kerala, India- in relation to physico-chemical parameters. Science chronicle 2(1&2):245-256

70. Venugopal, S and R. ChandraMohanan..2006. Role of fungi in fruit rot and immature4 nutfall of coconut. Cord. 22(2): 33 – 40. 71. Venugopal, S and R. ChandraMohanan. .2006. Variation in cultural and morphological characters within Lasiodiplodia theobromae isolates causing rotting and immature nutfall

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in coconut.Annual Meeting and Symposium of Indian phytopathological Society – Southern Zone, at CPCRI, Kasaragod, Kerala on 27th and 28h November, 2006. 72. Venugopal, S.,V.R. Prakash and R. ChandraMohanan. 2007. Twig dieback of Caesalpinia sappan L. in India. Plant Archives . 7: pp.429 -430. 73. Prakash,V.R. and Venugopal.S and Susan Thomas. 2007. First report of macrophomina leaf spot ( Mcarophomina phaseolina) on Artocarpus hirsutus in India. Plant Archives. 2:pp. 929 – 930. 74. Prakash,V.R. and Venugopal.S. 2008. Occurrence of pink disease of Artocarpus hirsutus in India. Plant Archives. 1: pp. 379 – 380. 75. Prakash,V.R.,M.K. Dhanya., S. Venugopal., K. Sanjeevkumar and A. Eswaran.2008. First report of southern blight disease, caused by Sclerotium rolfsh on Begonia in India. Plant Archives. 1:pp. 385 – 386. 76. Venugopal, S. 2008. Studies on leaf rot and shot - hole disease in nut meg (Myristica fragrans. Van Houtten). Eco – Chronicle 3(2): pp. 91 - 92. 77. Venugopal, S.and Mahesh Kumar. M.R. 2008. A study on some indigenous plants with antidiabetic potential of Nilamel Grama Panchayath in Kollam District, Kerala State. Eco – Chronicle 3(4): 265 – 267. 78. Venugopal, S., ChandraMohanan, R. and Nampoothiri, C.K. 2008. Variability in cultural and morphological characters within Lasiodiplodia theobromae isolates causing rotting and immature nutfall of eriophyid mite infested coconut. Plant Archives. 2 : 803 -811. 79. Venugopal.S and R. ChandraMohanan. 2008. Effects of botanicals in inhibiting growth and infection of Lasiodiplodia theobromae, the causal organism of rotting snd immature nutfall of coconut .National conference on organic Farming in Horticultural Crops with Special Reference to plantation Crops. CPCRI, Kasaragod. October 15 – 18. 80. Venugopal.S and R. ChandraMohanan. 2009. Biochemical Variability in Lasiodiplodia theobromae, the Incitant of Fruit rot in Eriophyid Mite Infested Coconut. J Mycol Pl Pathol39(2): 257 -259. 81. Venugopal.S and R. ChandraMohanan. 2009. immature nutfall and fruit rot in coconut: An over view. Indian Coconut Journal. 8 : 11 – 17.

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82. Venugopal.S and R. ChandraMohanan. 2010. Epidemiological studies of rotting and immature nutfall of eriophyid mite infested coconut caused by Lasiodiplodia theobromae. J. plantation Crops 38(1) 1-6 83. V. Jayalekshmy and M. G. Sanal kumar.2013. Diversity and distribution of threatened fishes in Pallickal River with special reference to local fishing trends. International conference on ecosystem conservation, climate change and sustainable development, Thiruvananthapuram. Pp.214

84. Reeja Jose and M.G.Sanalkumar. 2013 Assessment of pollution status in river Achencoil. International Conference on ecosystem conservation, climate change and sustainable development, Thiruvananthapuram.Pp.101 85. Vaisakh S. and M.G.Sanalkumar. 2013 Seasonal pollution assessment of downstream segment of Pallickal River using microbial indicators. International Conference on ecosystem conservation, climate change and sustainable development, Thiruvananthapuram.Pp.117

Popular Scientific articles 1. Amith, S., Venugopal, S. and Prakash, V. R. 2006. Papaya (Carica papaya L.) for all. (Malayalam) Karshakan. 14(9): 28. 2. Venugopal.S Pandalam. 2006. Asokam.(Malayalam) Kerala Karshakan. 1: 31. 3.Venugopal.S Pandalam. 2007. Thahuthama oru varadanam ( Malayalam). Kerala Karshakan. 4. Venugopal.S Pandalam. 2008. Kadaladi ( Malayalm). Kerala Karshakan.1; 54. 5. Venugopal.S Pandalam.2009. Karinochi (Malayalm).Kerala Karshakan. 1. 63. 6. Venugopal.S Pandalam.2009. Nilanarakam (Malayalam) Kerala Karshakan (December issue) 7. Dr. Venugopal.S. 2010. Spirulena a balanced food (Malayalam) . Rashtra Deepika Daily Feb. 2010. Text book published 1. Venugopal.S. Text book of Botany for first year Vocational Higher Secondary Education. Arjun Books Calicut. Kerala , India 147 p. 2. K. K. Bhaskaran, R.S. Balamurali, and Hari, M.,.2011.Textbook on Ecology, Evolution and Zoogeography. Manjusha publications. Calicut.

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3. K. K. Bhaskaran, R.S. Balamurali, and Hari, M.,.2011.Textbook on Physiology and Biochemistry. Manjusha publications. Calicut. Chapters in books 1. Nandakumar, S. and Sanalkumar M.G. 2012. Purity assessment of a riparian ecosystem: A rapid pursuit using entomological indicators. In: Biodiversity Documentation and Taxonomy, A.Biju Kumar, Ed., Narendra Publishing House, New Delhi, pp. 175-181. 2. Reeja Jose, M.G. Sanalkumar and S.Nandakumar 2012. Diversity and distribution of aquatic insects in the River Achencovil during monsoon season in relation to water quality. In: Biodiversity and Taxonomy, A.Biju Kumar, Ed., Narendra Publishing House, New Delhi, pp. 239-247. 3. G.Santhy, M.G.Sanalkumar and R.S.Balamurali 2012. Ichthyofaunal diversity of river Achenkovil in relation to physico-chemical characteristics of water. In: Biodiversity and Taxonomy, A.Biju Kumar, Ed., Narendra Publishing House, New Delhi, pp. 289- 297. 4. M.G. Sanal kumar, V. Jayalekshmy, S. Vaisakh, S. Nandakumar and R.S.Balamurali. 2013. Alpha diversity of Konni reserve forest- prospectus of long term ecorestoration and water management. In: Water resource management: present uses, status, cooperation and conservation ISBN:978-81-7821-545-7:197-202. CSS Books. India

3.4.4 Provide details (if any) of  research awards received by the faculty  recognition received by the faculty from reputed professional bodies and agencies, nationally and internationally  incentives given to faculty for receiving state, national and international recognitions for research contributions.

 Dr. S. Saravana Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics received Young Scientist Award in the field of Physical Sciences for the year 2008 from Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Government of Kerala

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 Dr. M.G. Sanal kumar, Department of Zoology got „ Gaveshana Prathibha- A state award from Kerala Private college Teachers Association‟ , a leading college teachers association of the State for his outstanding achievements in the field of basic science research during 2011-12.  Dr.B.Gopakumar got national award for research excellency in the year 2013  Dr.B.Subhash Babu, Department of Malayalam got award for best programme officer in the year 2013.

3.5 Consultancy 3.5.1 Give details of the systems and strategies for establishing institute-industry interface? The institution requires collaborating with the industry for the purpose of visits, study tours, summer placements, internships, students‟ placements, fieldworks, research and sponsorships. For that, the institute invites resource persons from the industries, as experts and guest speakers, to interact with the students. The department of Zoology is analyzing the cyanide and silver content of electrolyte solution for ALINT switch gear industries (Public Sector), Mannar, Alappuzha.

3.5.2 What is the stated policy of the institution to promote consultancy? How is the available expertise advocated and publicized? The institute offers free consultancy to the faculty and students from the other colleges. Also we offer free consultancy to the general public in waste water management, domestic waste management, harvesting non conventional energy, drinking water analysis etc. The available expertise is publicized through our students.

3.5.3 How does the institution encourage the staff to utilize their expertise and available facilities for consultancy services? The research forum act as an interface between the industries and NGOs, and according to their requirements, ask teachers to render their consultancy services.

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3.5.4 List the broad areas and major consultancy services provided by the institution and the revenue generated during the last four years. Department Name of teacher Consultancy Offered Dr. M.G. Sanalkumar Biodiversity, Biostatistics, Soil Biology Lt. Balamurali. R.S Aquatic Biodiversity Zoology S. Nandakumar Aquatic Biodiversity Dr. R.L. Sakthibabu Traditional treatment for liver ailments Dr. Shyama Nair Environmental Chemistry B. Ramesh Kumar Phytochemical analysis Dr. S. Sreelatha Solvent extraction studies of lanthanides Chemistry Dr. P.K. Sreekumar Co- ordination complexes B. Harikumar Inorganic Co-ordination complexes D. Gopimohan Analysis of dry rubber content K.S. Usha Devi Development of green composites Dr. K.G. Padmakumaran Nair Clinical Laboratory Techniques & Biochemistry Instrumentation P.P. Rajasekharan Pillai Local Governance & Decentralised planning V. R. Viswanathan Nair Local Governance & Decentralised Economics planning Dr. P. Rajendran Nair People Planning Programme, Yoga, Naturopathy Dr. K. Unnikrishnan Indian Knowledge system Dr. J. Anjana Indian writing in English English P. Harikrishna Film studies Ranjith Krishnan.K.R Indian Theatre Dr. Kishore Ram Film Studies

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L. Vatsa Women Studies Dr. G. Girija Devi Women Studies Malayalam Pazhakulam B. Subhash Babu Training in elocution & leadership

qualities Mathematics Dr. K. Rejikumar Mathematic modeling Dr. B. Gopakumar Small Scale Industries

Pradeepkumar. N General Education, psychology, Commerce Financial Services, Education Technology Dr.K.Santhakumari Rubber Plantation Industry Dr.V.G.Latha Bai Rural Marketing Dr. Venugopal Bio pesticides / Bio fungicides Botany V. Remadevi Ethnobotany Dr. S. Saravana Kumar Nanomaterial synthesis, characterization Physics Dr. S. Vijayakumar Non linear optics, Laser ablation Dr. S. Rajesh Quantum Optics, Computational biology

3.5.5 What is the policy of the institution in sharing the income generated through consultancy (staff involved: Institution) and its use for institutional development? The institute offers free consultancy. 3.6 Extension Activities and Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) 3.6.1 How does the institution promote institution-neighborhood-community network and student engagement, contributing to good citizenship, service orientation and holistic development of students? The NSS unit, the NCC unit and various departments involve students in a number of social service activities. These activities not only sensitize and make students aware of societal needs and issues, but they also help the local community in turn. Thus, we

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successfully promote institution-neighbourhood-community network. Some of these activities are mentioned below: NSS units of the college is providing food and Clothings as „Onamkit‟ to selected members of poor families of each ward of the Pandalam, Thumpamon and Kulanada Panchayath. They have constructed 3 houses during the past 3 years and donated the key to the beneficiaries. They are proving school kits including uniforms, bags, instrument boxes, pen Pencil, umbrella, text books and note books to poor children studying in the nearby aided and government schools. NCC volunteers are helping NSS volunteers every year for the construction of roads in rural villages. They together cleaning the market, State transport bus stations and public places during Gandhi Jayanthy day. 3.6.2 What is the Institutional mechanism to track students‟ involvement in various social movements / activities which promote citizenship roles? All the NSS volunteers have to maintain a diary to record the number of hours spent in carrying out social work. NSS volunteers have to devote at least 120 hours each year during the two years NSS membership.  The university awards marks for participation in the NSS and NCC activities. The college maintains a record of the students who have completed the required hours of social work. According to this record, the university eventually grants marks to the students.

 Various departments organise field visits; teachers accompany the students to oversee the visits; at the end of every visit, students submit a report about the visit.

 Students write and submit a report after the NSS Special Camp which also includes feedback on the experts invited to conduct the various sessions during the camp.

3.6.3 How does the institution solicit stakeholder perception on the overall performance and quality of the institution?  Students evaluate the performance and quality of teachers with the help of Teacher Assessment Questionnaires. A Suggestion Survey, conducted once a year, also gives us an idea about the students‟ perceptions about the institution.

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 Students and teachers give their suggestions by using the Suggestion Box kept at Principal‟s office

 In the PTA meeting, parents fill in a feedback form through which we learn about their ideas about the college.

 The experts and resource persons invited for lectures and viva voce often share their views about improvement in various courses and infrastructure.

 We invite suggestions from the alumni about improvements that we can bring about in the college.

3.6.4 How does the institution plan and organize its extension and outreach programmes? Providing the budgetary details for last four years, list the major extension and outreach programmes and their impact on the overall development of students.  The department of Zoology conducted two environmental awareness programs of three day duration. The first awareness programme was on the dangers of river sand mining and the consequences of wet land conversion of waterlogged areas. Four seminars of three days each conducted for creating awareness on the topic to Kudumbasree workers, NSS and NCC volunteers, residential association members and members of local self governmentBudget: Rs 1,80,000

 The English department conducted environment conservation programme English department started the collection of seeds of Indigenous mango tree and sown in the nursery compound prepared near the college campus. The seedlings were distributed to govt. offices, schools and other colleges. This programme was started as a pioneering venture for the collection and distribution of indigenous germplasm which are getting extinction from our environment. Budget: Rs 4,000

 The Sanskrit department conducts spoken Sanskrit classes for the public from 2008onwards.

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 The Commerce department provides training on accounting to Kudumbasree members.

 The Biochemistry department distributes brochures published by Health department to public

 The Economics department conducted a survey on computer literacy among members and staff of Pandalam Gramapanchayath sponsored by Centre for Developmental Studies, Thiruvananthapuram.

 The Economics department conducted a survey on Efficacy of Women Component Plan under the People‟s planning of local self government initiatives in the department.

 The department of Political Science conducted classes for LSGD members

 Students of the Physics department visited nearby higher secondary schools and distributed pamphlets containing the information regarding science promotion initiatives by various government agencies to promote science education in the area.

 The chemistry department conducts soil testing, assessment of water quality and determination of dried rubber content to the general public.

3.6.5 How does the institution promote the participation of students and faculty in extension activities including participation in NSS, NCC, YRC and other National/ International agencies?  Information given about the NSS and NCC activities during the Orientation Programmes

 The principal and teachers explain the significance of participating in such activities thereby motivating students to get involved in these activities.

 Marks awarded as incentives to NSS volunteers and NCC cadets

 Talks by eminent personalities to promote extension activities

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 Guidance for placements of the NCC cadets in the armed forces

3.6.6 Give details on social surveys, research or extension work (if any) undertaken by the college to ensure social justice and empower students from under-privileged and vulnerable sections of society? The Women Studies Cell of the college conducts regular seminars on Women Equity and Social Justice participated by eminent judges of high court and human rights commission. 3.6.7 Reflecting on objectives and expected outcomes of the extension activities organized by the institution, comment on how they complement students‟ academic learning experience and specify the values and skills inculcated. Through NSS and NCC, students learn valuable lessons on social responsibilities as well as nationalism. This provides enriching experiences to students and helps in developing moral and ethical values. They learn skills of organization and time management. This has definitely helped students in developing confidence and leadership skills. 3.6.8 How does the institution ensure the involvement of the community in its reach out activities and contribute to the community development? Detail on the initiatives of the institution that encourage community participation in its activities? The awareness programme conducted by the Zoology department on „Dangers of River sand mining and consequences of wetland conversion of waterlogged areas‟ participated local public to create awareness to fellow ward members on these ecological dangers. Kudumbasree workers were recruited along with the members of local self govt. for the training programme and they act as ambassadors of ecological dangers in their locality. Illegal sand mining and paddy field conversion will be reported to the Police and authorities concerned by these members to take necessary timely action. In this regard, the service of college is remarkable.

3.6.9 Give details on the constructive relationships forged (if any) with other institutions of the locality for working on various outreach and extension activities. The food donating programme „Hridayapoorvam‟ once in every month is an act of mercy to those people who are poor, ill, disabled and helpless. This programme is in association with District Hospital, Adoor. Local panchayath authorities also helping in

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the transportation of food packets from the college to the hospital which is located 10KM away from the campus. Kerala State Road Transport Corporation also helping in this programme by providing free transportation to the students who are engaged in this activity. 3.6.10 Give details of awards received by the institution for extension activities and/contributions to the social/community development during the last four years. Participation in ICEP(International Cadet Exchange Programme) o SUO R. Pradeep, visited Singapore during October, 2012

Participation in Republic day camp and parade, New Delhi- Chithra Pillai, Dileep Nath(2008); R. Pradeep(2012); Premsagar K.P.(2013) Participation in Thal Sainik Camp, New Delhi- Ashtaiswarya U(2012) Participation in Parajumping Course at Airforce Academy, Agra- Lal Krishnakumar(2010) National Rock Climbing Training Camp, Neyyar Dam- Akhil Nath(2012) All India Mountaineering Course, National Institute of Mountaineering, Utharkashi- Rahul R. Kumar(2013) More than 100 cadets attended national level camps at different parts of the country during the last 5 years (Details with college NCC Officer) 3.7 Collaboration 3.7.1 How does the institution collaborate and interact with research laboratories, institutes and industry for research activities. Cite examples and benefits accrued of the initiatives - collaborative research, staff exchange, sharing facilities and equipment, research scholarships etc. The institution had collaborations with nearby research institutes such as NIST, Thiruvananthapuram, KFRI, Peechi, University of Kerala, Rajiv Gandhi Center for Biotechnology, Thiruvananthapuram, Amrita Vishwa Vidya Peetham, Coimbatore, Laser and Nonlinear Optics Lab, Department of Physics, NIT Calicut.. Dr. S. Saravana Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics is a co-PI of the DRDO funded project “Nanostructured thin films of transition metal oxide synthesized by spray coating technique for corrosion and wear resistance applications” at Department of Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidya Peetham, Coimbatore.

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Dr. M.G. Sanal Kumar is acting as the technical expert for Kerala State Biodiversity Board and conducting field surveys and environmental impact assessment for the Board at their request for the implementation of various developmental activities in the State. 3.7.2 Provide details on the MoUs/collaborative arrangements (if any) with institutions of national importance/other universities/ industries/Corporate (Corporate entities) etc. and how they have contributed to the development of the institution. Zoology Department is providing consultancy services in research in the field of Aquatic ecology and soil biology for Kerala Forest Research Institute, Peechi. Dr. M.G. Sanalkumar and S. Nandakumar, Faculty of the department is providing lab facilities and technical expertise for them in sample collection, identification and analysis at their request.

3.7.3 Give details (if any) on the industry-institution-community interactions that have contributed to the establishment / creation/up-gradation of academic facilities, student and staff support, infrastructure facilities of the institution viz. laboratories / library/ new technology /placement services etc.

Dr. K.G. Padmakumaran Nair is a member of ethics committee of Mannam Memorial Co-operative Ayurveda College, Pandalam. Chemistry department is doing water and soil analysis for farmers and other stake holders of the community free of cost and thus assisting the agriculture department of the district.

3.7.4 Highlighting the names of eminent scientists/participants who contributed to the events, provide details of national and international conferences organized by the college during the last four years.

 Dr. Karunakaran Pillai Pro. Vice Chancellor, Kannur University

 Dr. Rajasekharan Pillai, Vice Chancellor, IGNOU

 Prof. N.K. Jayakumar, Vice chancellor, National University of Advanced Legal Studies, Kochi

 Dr. A. Jayakrishnan, Vice chancellor, University of Kerala

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 Dr. A.V. George, Vice chancellor, MG University

 Dr. Madhusoodhana Kurup, Vice Chancellor, KUFOS

 Dr. J. Prabhash, Pro. VC, University of Kerala

 Dr. C. Gopinathan Pillai, Former PVC, MG University  Dr. T.P. Sreenivaasan IFS, Chairman, State Higher Education Council

 Dr. Oomman V. oomman, Chairman, Biodiversity Board

 Dr. S. Sankar, Scientist, KFRI

 Dr. R.V. Varma, Chairman, State Biodiversity Board

 Dr. Madhu Eravankara, Film Director

 Dr. Manoj Kurur, Malayalam Literary critic

 Dr. K.G. Narayana Pillai, NAAC peer team member

 Dr. Thulasi Das, CAPE, Director

 Dr. Balasubhrahmanyam, Professor, MS university

 K. Padmakumar IPS, Director General of Police

 N. Manimekhalai, Director, Department of Women Studies, Bharathidasan University

 Dr. V.B. Manilala, Principal Scientist, NIIST

 Dr. N. Anil Kumar, Director, MSSRF, Chennai

 Brig. C. Sandeep Kumar, Dep. Director general, NCC, Kerala and Lakshadeep

 Col.P. Gokula, Group Commander, NCC, Kollam Group

 Col. Lal Keshavan, Commanding Officer, 10 Ker. Bn NCC

 Lt. Col. S. Paul Raj, Commanding Officer, 10 Ker. Bn NCC

 Prof. John.C.Morse, Clemson University,USA  Dr.Mithun Sukumaran,Scientist, Singapore University  Dr.K.P.Kesavan Nampoothiri(Rtd Professor and Head, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam)  Dr. M P Unnikrishnan(Rtd Professor, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam)

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 J Sobhana Kumari(Rtd Professor and Head, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam)  Prof. Jaishree Vijayakumar (Former Head, Dept.of English, NSS College, Pandalam

 Dr. Sreenarayana Kurup, Former Principal  Prof. Cherukunnam Purushothaman Nair  Dr. K.B. Anand, Head, Dept. of English, NSS College, Dhanuvachapuram  Dr. V. Krishnakumar, Head, Dept. of English, MSM College, Kayamkulam  Prof. P.K. Devan, Dept. of Sociology  Dr. Subhash Chandran, Former Head, SN College, Kollam  Dr. Kalyani Vallath, Vallath Institutions, Trivandrum 3.7.5 How many of the linkages/collaborations have actually resulted in formal MoUs and agreements ? List out the activities and beneficiaries and cite examples (if any) of the established linkages that enhanced and/or facilitated - a) Curriculum development/enrichment b) Internship/ On-the-job training c) Summer placement d) Faculty exchange and professional development e) Research f) Consultancy g) Extension h) Publication i) Student Placement j) Twinning programmes k) Introduction of new courses l) Student exchange m) Any other The department of Zoology is analyzing the cyanide and silver content of electrolyte solution for ALINT switch gear industries (Public Sector), Mannar, Alappuzha. Dr. M.G. Sanal Kumar is a technical expert member of Kerala State Biodiversity Board and carrying out EIA and other ecological analysis for them as per their need. Zoology department of the college is providing technical expertise and facilities to Kerala Forest Research Institute and Bishope Moore College, Mavelikkara in the field of aquatic ecology and soil biology.

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3.7.6 Detail on the systemic efforts of the institution in planning, establishing and implementing the initiatives of the linkages/collaborations. Any other relevant information regarding Research, Consultancy and Extension which the college would like to include. The following member from reputed institutions world wide is included in the advisory committee of ISSN numbered research journal published from the college. Prof. (Dr.) P.Natarajan, Adis-Ababa University, Ethiopia. Prof. (Dr.) P.S.Kishore, Clemson University, USA Dr. Anurag Pillai, Wales University, Australia Dr. Rafiu Hassan, Maldives University of Science and Technology, Maldives Dr. R.Raji Chandran, Al- Ameen University, UAE Dr. Mithun Sukumaran, Singapore Dr. S.Sankar, Kerala Forest Research Institute Prof. (Dr.) P.Indira Devi, Kerala Agricultural University Dr. M.P.Sujatha, Kerala Forest Research Institute Dr. G.Prasad, University of Kerala Prof. (Dr.) Rajashekhar K.Patil, Mangalore University Prof. (Dr.) Neelima R.Kumar, University of Punjab Prof. (Dr.) D.E. Babu, Andhra University Prof. (Dr.) A.S.Yadav, Kurukshethra University Dr.L.Bindu, Zoological Survey of India Dr. A. Sabu, Kannur University The Department of Zoology is trying to make a collaboration with Rajiv Gandhi Centre for Biotechnology for DNA barcoding of animals. Dr. Sanil George and Dr. Pradeep B., Former alumni of the department, working as the scientists of the institution have kindly agreed to follow up the matter with the administrative department of the institution.

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CRITERION IV: INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES 4.1 Physical Facilities 4.1.1. What is the policy of the institution for creation and enhancement of infrastructure that facilitates effective teaching and learning? N.S.S.College, Pandalam, under the management of Nair Service Society, is an aided institution. Our college finds funds to meet the infrastructure that facilitate effective teaching and learning by following ways.  Availing funds from UGC, FIST, and various minor and major projects from science and technology departments.  Financial support from the management for the construction of building and other infrastructures.  Getting funds from PTA and Alumnae.  Support from the college department council. 4.1.2. Detail the facilities available for a) Curricular and co- curricular activities , classrooms, technology enabling learning spaces, seminar halls, tutorial spaces, laboratories, botanical garden animal house, specialized facilities and equipment for teaching, learning and research etc. The institution is located in the heart of Pandalam town, Pathanamthitta district, Kerala state. It has three building blocks for academic activities. The main block houses Principals office, Department of English, Mathematics, College administrative office , Physics, Zoology, Botany, Biochemistry, Hindi, Malayalam, Sanskrit, Political Science and Physical education departments and the College Auditorium and College Library is attached to the main block. The second building which houses Economics and Chemistry departments. The third is a two storied building located south of the main block. In which the Commerce and History departments functions East of the third block we have a fully furnished college Canteen and NCC and NSS departments. There are 60 adequately ventilated and well equipped grand size classrooms in this college. In addition to classrooms various laboratories, staff rooms, computer labs, office rooms, were also present. A well equipped language lab exist in this college for imparting training for communicative English. There are 18 well furnished laboratories are present in all the science department. The

121 department of Botany has its own botanical garden and department of Zoology has a well equipped museum where animals are stuffed and preserved. Every post graduate department has smart board and LCD projector. Two fully furnished seminar hall and an auditorium with seating capacity of around 1000 are present. b) Extracurricular activities – Sports, Outdoor and Indoor games, Gymnasium, Auditorium, NSS, NCC cultural activities, Public speaking, Communicating skill development, Yoga, Health and Hygiene etc. Two spacious play ground are present in the college. A multi gymnasium and fitness center is located in a room on the lower floor of the third building block. The facility is furnished with state of the art equipment, two separate changing rooms for men and women (Toilet attached) with facilities for cardio, strength training and yoga are present. This facility is being utilized by students, faculty and office staff. The fitness center help the students to de stress from the stress they face in their work and home and also helps the sports persons to improve and maintain their fitness. There is a company of Army NCC wing and two units of NSS are also present. A yoga club is present in the college, under the leadership of a faculty member. The college organizes various workshop and seminars to improve health and hygiene of students and staffs. Also organize annual medical checkup. No: Departments Staff Class Library Laboratory Comp Research Total room room lab lab 1 Mathematics 1 3 1 0 1 0 6 2 Physics 1 5 1 4 1 0 12 3 Chemistry 1 5 1 5 1 2 16 4 Botany 1 2 1 4 0 0 8 5 Zoology 1 3 1 6 1 2 14 6 English 1 5 1 1 1 0 9 7 Hindi 1 3 1 0 0 0 5 8 Sanskrit 1 3 0 0 0 0 4 9 History 1 3 1 0 0 0 5 10 Malayalam 1 3 0 0 0 0 4 11 Economics 1 10 1 0 0 0 12

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12 Commerce 1 8 1 0 1 0 11 13 Politicalscience 1 3 0 0 0 0 4 14 Biochemistry 1 2 1 1 0 0 5 Total 14 58 11 21 6 4 114 4.1.3. How does the institution plans and ensure that the available infrastructure is in time with its academic growth and is optimally utilized. Give specific example of the facilities developed/augmented and the amount spend during the last four years. The available infrastructure is optimally utilized and in time with its academic growth. There is a separate common room cum rest room for female students and a separate chamber of staff room for women teachers. Seminar hall is specifically used to conduct seminars, workshops, various academic, literary and cultural festivals. The sports field and the gymnasium are regularly used by students for their primary purposes. All laboratories and computer labs stay in operations on working days. We have two research labs in the Zoology department, where full time research is going on. Six full time research scholars are pursuing for their Ph.D. in the Department. Five part time scholars are present. The research lab is provided with all the facilities for the students to get their doctoral degree in their research area. 4.1.4. How does the institution ensure that the infrastructure facilities meet the requirement of students with physical disabilities? Ramp facility is available at various places in college to support physically disabled and differentially abled students and staff. The college is prepared to provide necessary facilities, when and where the need arises. We take special care to see that the physically disabled students are met satisfactory by shifting their class rooms to ground floor by providing wheel chairs. 4.1.5. Hostel facilities Full time residential warden is present accommodation available only for girl students. There are 84 students staying in 28 rooms. A common room is present in the hostel. It has a TV and other audio system. In addition indoor games like Chess, Caroms Board are used by students. Gymnasium and Yoga centre is absent in the hostel, but the hostel students avail this facilities in the college during morning hours and evening hours. There is a common computer with internet connection is available in the hostel. The hostel students meet the medical emergencies in the

123 nearby NSS Medical Mission hospital- a multi-specialty 200 beded allopathy hospital and Mannam Memmorial Ayurveda Medical college run by the same management of this institution. Library facility in hostel: - Two Malayalam and two English news papers are available in the common rooms of the hostel Recreation facility: - Common room with audio visual equipments available in the hostel Residential facility: - The hostel provides residential facility for lady staff as and when the need arises. Security: - Two Ex-service men is posted in the ladies hostel who offer security 4.1.6. What are the provisions made available to students and staff in terms of health care on the campus and off the campus. First aid room with rich first aid box is available for the students and staffs. We conducted annual health care medical checkup in association with nearby public health care. We conduct various lecture sessions by qualified medical Practitioners to guide awareness about health care, body mass index, heart care, junk food problems, need of exercise, etc to students and staff members. The college has a full time attendant for girl students who also take care of their rest rooms. She also takes special attention to keep the hygienic condition of the toilet facilities of the girl students. A medical mission hospital run by our management is located 1 km away from our college. We take the staff members, students there when emergencies arises. The class tutors who have constant interaction with the parents, gets an idea about health related problems of students. We organize annual blood group checkup, so that blood group is known to all students and a register is maintained in the college, our students are willing to donate their blood to patients. College is planning to introduce health card to students and staffs. 4.1.7. Give details of the common facilities available on the campus spaces for special units like IQAC, Grievance Redressal unit, women‟s cell counseling and carrier guidance, Placement units, health centre, Canteen, recreation space for staff and students, safe drinking water facility auditorium etc. A separate room has been provided for IQAC and NAAC reaccreditation committee. Grievance redressal committee is functioning effectively and they have complaint boxes at different places of the college. A women study unit or women cell functions effectively in our college with separate room and a store for selling ladies emergency items like sanitary pads etc. They address all issues related to

124 women. The cell organizes seminars and symposium on the issues related to women like female foeticide, dowry, gender justice, role of women in changing global scenario etc Carrier guidance and counseling centre is present, which organizes various classes related to various carrier fields. We also have a placement cell, under the leadership of placement cell various companies and other agencies visit the college and do their selection procedure. 4.2 Library as a learning Resource 4.2.1. Does the library have an advisory committee? Specify the composition of such a committee. What significant initiatives have implemewnted by the committee to render the library, student/user friendly? YES. Library has an advisory committee the committee, advises the library staff regarding the update and improvement process of library facilities. The procurement of text books, subscription of journals is done by the adversary committee. The advisory committee has Principal as the chairman , librarian as secretary , 4 HODs and few representatives, from teachers and students as members. One teacher is appointed as the co-ordinator of the committee, who is co-ordinating the best practice of the college‟Vayanakoottam‟(Readers forum) assembling in the library every working day at 1PM and presenting short stories, poetry etc in English and local language and also presenting criticism on well-known writings of famous writers recently published. The coordinator is Lt. R.S. Balamurali. They have a blog also named „ Pandaleeyan‟ , as a collection of literary works of teachers and students of the group as well as college. The committee meets at least once in a term and develop plans for the effective and efficient utilization of the library records. The committee in consolation with different departments prepares the list of books and journal to be purchased and each year and supervises the purchase. The working hours rules for issue and return up keep and maintenance of books arrangement with in the library are done by the adversary committee. Improved innovations introduced by the library advisory committee during the last three years are the following 1. Fully automation of the library with „GRANDHA‟ software 2. Increasing the internet browsing facility at the library 3. Organized seminars/workshops concerning new library tools and their efficient use. 4. Notice boards at the main portico of the building displaying the new arrivals 5. Provide online access to famous libraries

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4.2.2. Total area of the Library- 190 m2  Total seating capacity - A) Reference section-50 B) Reading section-100  Working hours - working days 9 Am to 4 Pm Holidays 10 Am to 1 Pm Before exam days 8.30 Am to 5 Pm During exam days 3 hours before exam During vacation days 10Am to 1 Pm  Lay out of the library: the library is located centrally, easily accessible to the from all the corners.  The library has a book section, reference section, journal section, a carrier corner section and a news paper reading section  All support facilities are provided in the library, 30 individual reading carrels, 100 squree feet is marked for browsing  For relaxed reading special seating arrangement are marked especially for reading news papers.  For accessing e- resources a special zone is marked referred to as IT- Zone, there students can access E- journals.  Reprographic facility is also available  Broad band internet connection is used by students and staffs.  A separate library is maintained in each department for referring subject books, which is managed by the HOD and a teacher. 4.2.3. How does the library ensure purchase and use of current titles, prints and e- journal and other reading materials? Specify the amount spent on procuring new books, journals and e- resources during the last few years.  The library committee supervises the purchase of books and journals based on the syllabus prescribed for a subject and feed back from teachers and students  Selection of subject books and journals are entrusted to individuals departments. This ensures that current volumes of latest titles are purchased.  The catalogues of leading publishers are referred for preparing the purchase booklist.

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 The funds for library purchase derive from, U.G.C, PD fund PTA or from research projects.  FIST fund are available for some of the departments. Amount spent for the Purchasing of books and journals during last four years (in rupees) Library Year-1(2009) Year -2 (2010) Year -3 (2011) Year-4 (2012)

holdings No: Total No: Total No: Total No: Total cost cost cost cost Text Books 323 89021 1444 386293 2448 456990 422 90957

Periodicals 21 12200 21 13000 21 13600 21 14000

4.2.4. Provide details on the ICT and other tools deployed to provide maximum access to the library collection  OPAC : No  Electronic resource management package for e- journals : Nil  Federated searching tools to search articles in multiple databases: Nil  Library website : Nil  In house remote access to e- publication: Nil  Library automation: the library is partially automated. The book records have been entered in automated library software through when the books can be accessed.  Total number of computers for public access: Two  Total Number of printers for public access: Two  Internet band width/ Speed. 2 mbps, 10 mbps, 1gb (GB0  Institutional repository: Yes available  Content management system for e- learning: Not available  Participation in resource sharing net work consortion ( like Inflibnet): Not available 4.2.5 Provide details on the following items  Average no. of working days 250-300  Average no. of books issued/returned/day 200

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 Ratio of library books to students enrolled 5:2  Average no. of books added during the last three years 2010-2012=4314  Average no. of login to (OPAC)  Average no. of login to e-resources  Average no. of e-resources downloaded/printed  No. of information literacy training organised  Details of “weeding out” of books and other materials 6585 The total no. of collections in the library is 56997. Out of the total collection 6585 books are written off from the stock because these are damaged and out of relevance. 4.2.6 Give details of the specialized services provide by the library  Manuscripts: NIL  Reference : A separate reference section is available for the reference of staff and students.  Reprography : Photocopy facility is available in the library for the students and staff of the college.  ILL (Inter Library Loan Service): Not available.  Information Deployment and Notification : A separate carrier corner is there in the library where information regarding vacancy notifications are displayed. Informations are circulated in the classrooms.  Download: Online internet services are available to students and faculty throughout the working hours and the services are available free of cost. The internet services are made available throughout the college through wireless LAN but browsing for students is restricted to terminals in the libraries and computer labs. Three printers are available in the libraries, so that both the students and staffs can take the printout as and when needed.  Reading list/Bibliography compilation  In house/remote access to e-resources: In house access available.  User orientation and awareness : Library Advisory Committee organise orientation programmes to create awareness among the library users.  Assistance in searching Databases NIL

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 INFLIBNET/IUC Facility: NIL In addition to the library facility of the college, a Kerala University Information centre is working in the same campus of the college, with a multi storied building and a beautiful library on the second floor, with more than 1000 recent books on all subjects both Indian and foreign. Teachers and students can use this facility on all working days. The space and building for this information centre is donated by the management. 4.2.7 Enumerate on the support provided by the library staff to students and teachers of the college. All the essential support facilities are provided by the library staff to students and teachers. There is an open access system and students can choose books making use of card system available or they can use library software. There is a good facility for browsing and also downloading materials from the net and collecting the printout. Electronic journals can also be accessed by the students. Reprographic facility is also available. Moreover the library staffs are well versed and highly cooperative. The library software has a provision to identify the latest additions. Scanning, photocopying and printing facilities are available. Circulating the list of the latest arrivals to the department will be done by the librarian every month and list of new arrivals are displayed on the notice board. 4.2.8 What are the special facilities offered by the library to the visually/physically challenged persons? Give details. Special seating, with well lighted corners is available in the library to meet the demands of visually challenged or physically challenged persons at the ground floor. A computer with special softwares is made available. Wheel chair is available for physically challenged. Ramp facility is available at the entrance of library. 4.2.9 Does the library get the feedback from its users? If yes, how is it analysed and used for improving the library service. What strategies are deployed by the library to collect feedback from users? How is the feedback analyzed? Yes, the library has feedback system. A suggestion box is placed in the library where the students can drop their suggestions as well as complaints. The box is maintained by the Library Advisory Committee. This committee meets once in a month to analyse the suggestions and complaints and

129 takes necessary actions. These grievances are redressed immediately. Positive suggestions are implemented at a faster rate. 4.3 IT infrastructure 4.3.1 Give details on the computing facility available (hardware and software) at the institution. No. of computers with configuration (provide actual no. with exact configuration of each available system) The computing facility is available in the Establishment section, Faculty section, Account section and in all academic departments. No. of Serial no. Department Configuration Software computers 1 English 8 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 2 Malayalam 1 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 3 Hindi 3 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 4 Sanskrit 1 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 5 Physics 7 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 6 Chemistry 21 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 7 Zoology 10 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 8 Botany 3 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 9 Mathematics 4 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 10 History 1 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 11 Economics 3 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 12 Political Science 2 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 13 Commerce 5 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 14 Physical Education 2 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 15 Biochemistry 3 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 16 Office 8 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 17 Computer Lab 40 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 18 Library 4 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 19 Seminar Hall 1 Pentium IV Intel (Dual Core) Windows 7 Total 127 Computer student ratio 1:16

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Stand alone facility.  LAN facility: - LAN facility system connects all departments, computer labs and digital classrooms with a central server.  Licensed software: - purchased by/for library usage and office automation.  One – library Automation pay Bill software  No. of nodes/computers with internet facility:- All computers are networked. 4 computers in the computer lab, 4 in the library, all computers in the college office and 1 computer each in all the departments are provided with internet facility. Internet connection is provided by the LAN system and server can also be accessed. All most all the teachers use laptops for presentations.

Digital Classrooms All the science departments have one digital classroom each. This room has a multimedia projection facility and a LAN connection is available. 4.3.2 Details on the computer and internet facility made available to the faculty and students on the campus and off the campus. All the students and staff members have free access to the computer and internet facility of the college. All the staff members are having own computers/laptops with internet facility at home. Most of the students are also having own computers. Students also depend on internet cafes to access information. Computer labs are also opened on holidays as per demands of students. 4.3.3 What are the institutional plans and strategies for deploying and upgrading the IT infrastructure and associated facilities? Upgradation of the computer systems are linked with the demands of software in use. We try to provide the latest software to the computer users. The computer related planning is done by the IT club – a group of teachers who have special interest in IT and related fields. The institution plans to establish (1) A cyber café (2) e-library (3) linking of college library with Inflibnet, universities and other institutions (4) IT oriented short term job oriented courses like web designing, tally, income tax return preparing, SPSS, computer accounting system etc.

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4.3.4 Provide details on the provisions made in the annual budget for procurement, upgradation, deployment and maintenance of the computers and their accessories in the institution (year wise in the last 4 years). Year Budget(in rupees) 2007-08 1,00,000/- 2008-09 40,000/- 2009-10 3,00,000/- 2010-11 75,000/- 2011-12 3,00,000/- 2012-13 75,000/-

4.3.5 How does the institution facilitate extensive use of ICT resources including development and use of computer aided teaching/learning materials by its staff and students? Most of the faculties have basic knowledge of using computers, internet and many types of software. Computer lab faculty and other staff members with sufficient knowledge in the field always help others in this regard. The college provides full support to departments using ICT enabled classroom programmes. Latest teaching/learning aids are deployed in departments which include interactive boards, wifi projectors, computers, reprographic facilities and internet connection. Facilities are used by staff members for postgraduate class teaching and seminars. 4.3.6 Elaborate giving suitable example on how the learning activities and technologies deployed (access to online teaching-learning resources, independent learning, ICT enabled classrooms/learning space etc.) by the institution place the student at the centre of teaching- learning process and renders the role of a facilitator for the teacher. Latest teaching aids are installed in all the departments. Interactive boards and pads, wi-fi projectors, latest configuration computers, reprographic facility along with internet connection are available in most of the PG departments and facilities are used by students as well as staff members. 4.3.7 Does the institution avail of the National Knowledge Network connectivity directly or through the affiliating university? If so, what? Yes. The Kerala University Information Centre located in the college campus has this facility and teachers and students are using this facility from there.

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4.4 Maintenance of Campus Facilities 4.4.1 How does the institution ensure optimal allocation and utilization of the available financial resources for the maintenance and upkeep of the following facilities (substantiate your statements by providing details of budgets allocated during last 4 years).

BUDGET ITEM 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13

Building 10,00,000/- 3,00,000/- 5,00,000/- 8,00,000/-

Furniture 2,00,000/- 2,21,000/- 1,72,000/- 75,000/-

Equipments 17,00,000/- 4,00,000/- 7,00,000/- 6,00,000/-

Computers 3,00,000/- 75,000/- 3,00,000/- 75,000/-

Vehicles Nil Nil Nil Nil

Any others 10,00000/- 8,00,000/- 7,88,000/- 13,12,000/- (Repair)

4.4.2 What are the institutional mechanisms for maintenance and upkeep of the infrastructure, facilities and equipment to the college? As and when required, the Head of Departments place requirement for maintenance and upkeep of infrastructure facilities and equipment before the principal with estimated cost. The principal sanctions the amount and issue orders to get it done as per the approved procedures. 4.4.3 How and with what frequency does the institute take up calibration and other precision measures for the equipments/instruments? All the instruments are calibrated at least twice a year. First calibration is made at the start of the session and another before university examinations. Instruments provide accurate and precise results within admissible experimental error. Instruments are installed in various departments and their calibration and maintenance works are taken care of by the respective departments. Sensitive instruments are kept and maintained as per the standard procedures.

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4.4.4 What are the major steps taken for location, upkeep and maintenance of sensitive equipments (Voltage fluctuation, constant water supply etc.)? All the modern scientific instruments are present in the various departments of college. Scientific equipments are installed in concerned departments in dust and damp free environment. Department of Physics, Chemistry, Zoology and Botany have their separate instrumentation rooms where sophisticated equipments are placed safely. Voltage stabilizers/UPS/inverters are used to protect costly and sophisticated equipments from voltage fluctuations. Equipments are maintained by faculty members of concerned departments for their accuracy and precision. Constant water supply is provided by: (1) Kerala Water Authority Department that supply purified water from nearby Achenkovil river, which is pumped and stored in a water tank maintained in the college campus. (2) The college has two wells which also provide pure water.

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CRITERION V: STUDENT SUPPORT AND PROGRESSION

5.1 Student Mentoring and Support 5.1.1 Does the institution publish its updated prospectus/handbook annually? If „yes‟, what is the information provided to students through these documents and how does the institution ensure its commitment and accountability? Yes, the institution takes effort to publish prospectus annually. It‟s in the form of handbook about the college, various clubs formed under CBCSS, value education, value added programmes etc. These handbooks are intended to give a new comer a full- fledged knowledge about the college campus, its various departments, its mission and the various activities of college and it opens the vistas of knowledge. He/she is exposed to once they are in college. The accountability of these publications is monitored through the formulation of Publication committee who ensures timely publication of both college departments and students. The Publication division publishes academic materials for students, research scholars and the faculty. It has a few publications to its credit every year. The division has published two handbooks. Handbook on Social Service and Extension activities, Clubs under CBCSS and handbook on open courses. It has also published two booklets, Research Projects-Funding Agencies in India and abroad and one for Science and other for social sciences and literature. The publication committee is in the task of bringing out FOUR journals-Science, Language and Literature, Economics and Commerce. 5.1.2 Specify the type, number and amount of institutional scholarships/freeships given to the students during the last four years and whether the financial aid was available and disbursed on time? The number of students who receive scholarship varies from department to department .Maximum number is 20 and minimum one from each department including UG and PG. The varying types of scholarships/freeships received are KPCR, UGC, PTAfunds, Endowments, Inspire, Alumni etc and the amount ranging from Rs. 1000 - 23000.

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5.1.3 What percentage of students receives financial assistance from state government, central government and other national agencies? Majority of the students of NSS college receive Financial assistance. English-55%, Malayalam-90%, Sanskrit KPCR-62%, SC-12%, Hindi-80%, physics-70%, Botany SC/ST-20%, KPCR-30%, Commerce-90%, Mathematics-60%, Chemistry-10%, Political Science -90%, Biochemistry KPCR-15% SC/ST-19%. 5.1.4 What are the specific support services/facilities available for  Students from SC/ST, OBC and economically weaker sections  Students with physical disabilities  Overseas students  Students to participate in various competitions/National and International  Medical assistance to students: health centre, health insurance etc.  Organizing coaching classes for competitive exams  Skill development (spoken English, computer literacy, etc.,)  Support for “slow learners”  Exposures of students to other institution of higher learning/ corporate/business house etc.  Publication of student magazines

SC/ST/OBC groups receive financial assistance in availing books and other study materials at the college level. Other student support Schemes like “VidyaNidhi, PTA Funds, UGC funds etc. For physically disabled though a minority support is given in the form of special coaching and assistance for enhancing learning capabilities. With regard to medical assistance those students with life threatening diseases are very well supported financially by the departments [zoology, English etc]. All departments ensure the availability of first aid box in the department to meet with any contingency situation. Our college also issues health Card to all students as part of the health programmes. A medical check-up is conducted every year and counseling is done for the needy. This is to keep a track of the health record of the students in the campus. Slow Learners are identified and

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they are given remedial classes to bring their learning and memory retention statuses. Students are also encouraged to publish magazines, manuscripts, newsletters to enhance their creativity skills; Special clubs has been organized to keep a track of student potentials. To improve the communication skills special classes have been arranged by English Department and IT oriented classes are available for students to enhance their proficiency in computer knowledge. 5.1.5 Describe the efforts made by the institution to facilitate entrepreneurial skills, among the students and the impact of the efforts. The institution offers all the opportunities open for students to enhance their competence in the global market. Tie up programmes with organizations like AlTIUS, TIME offers platform for the students to get accustomed with requirements and demands of the present job market. Career development cell of the college focusses on these aspects .The college takes initiative to send students to educational workshops and professional seminars. 5.1.6 Enumerate the policies and strategies of the institution which promote participation of students in extracurricular and co-curricular activities such as sports, games, Quiz competitions, debate and discussions, cultural activities etc. * additional academic support, flexibility in examinations * special dietary requirements, sports uniform and materials * any other The institution offers quality education programme through rigorous curricular transaction, obligatory value added programmes, EHV modules, talent search, soft skill development and placement services. It also ensures systematic and scientific initiation into the respective discipline at entry level, symbiotic relation with the outside academic community through “Collegium”. The domain of debate and discourse. Synergy of curricular and co-curricular activities and flexibility in the transactional strategies is maintained. The students admitted under sports Quota are allowed to participate in the inter-collegiate and inter university sports and games events. A condonation of attendance shortage is granted for these students. These students are also encouraged to attend special classes arranged for slow learners.

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5.1.7 Enumerating on the support and guidance provided to the students in preparing for the competitive exams, give details on the number of students appeared and qualified in various competitive exams such as UGC-CSIR- NET, UGC-NET, SLET, ATE / CAT / GRE / TOFEL / GMAT / Central /State services, Defense, Civil Services, etc. In-house experts arrange special classes for students who are advanced learners to promote their pursuit of excellence. Commerce – 3, Cleared JRF – 1, NET – 2, Economics-1 cleared NET and 1 cleared JRF, Botany-1 JRF, Physics-2 JRF, Zoology- One GATE, 3JRF and 4 NET , Sanskrit-1NET, English-5 NET, Malayalam-1NET, Chemistry- 1 JRF and 1 NET. One student who got JRF is working in the department of Zoology itself for her Ph.D. course. 5.1.8 What type of counseling services are made available to the students( academic, personal, career, psycho-social etc.) Counseling is given for the outgoing students in Career Development, pre-marital counseling, psycho-social counseling, mentoring system where students are monitored on a one to one basis and the institution also takes effort to give parental counseling and in making the students aware of the importance of physical education, to have a tension free mind while facing the exam and the other challenges of life. Alumni of the college is a famous Psychologist (John Thomas) who is working as the registrar of Century Hospital, Mulakkuzha. He is giving free counseling to needy at the request of principal as and when required. 5.1.9 Does the institution have a structured mechanism for career guidance and placement of its students? If „yes‟, detail on the services provided to help students identify job opportunities and prepare themselves for interview and the percentage of students selected during campus interviews by different employers (list the employers and the programmes). A career guidance cell has been formulated under the expertise of senior faculty to guide the students towards the better opportunities of the society. Regular career oriented programmes, awareness classes has been arranged to improve the competence level of the students. During the first week after the admission students are initiated to the college routine through induction programme and the college feels it essential to provide students with all relevant current information with particular reference to their course or unit.

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During this endeavour the students are oriented to the wide range of services on offer and how to access these opportunities. The college encourages corporate and collaborative learning. Efforts are also taken to conduct mock interview and viva –voce to prepare the students in advance 5.1.10 Does the institution have a student grievance redressal cell? If yes, list (if any) the grievances reported and redressed during the last four years. Yes ,the Institution has a student grievance and redressal cell along with a suggestion box .Genuine grievances relating to academic and non -academic nature are being discussed are redressed by the cell. Both academic and personal problems get due relevance and are closely monitored .The students also have opportunity to positively participate in the activities of the cell by using the suggestion box made available to them. Whatsoever the problem is [grievances regarding accommodation, financial services, health services, library and other central services. The cell tries to sort out the problems promptly and judiciously. 1. Computer room repaired as per the grievance of students in 2011 2. Canteen facility improved in 2010 3. Reprographic centre modified and purchased one more photocopy machine for the use of students 2012 4. Rejuvenated co-operative store in 2012 5.1.11 What are the institutional provisions for resolving issues pertaining to sexual harassment? Women Studies unit of the college is assigned these responsibilities but so far no such incidence has been reported as yet. 5.1.12 Is there an anti-ragging committee? How many instances (if any) have been reported during the last four years and what action has been taken on these? The institution has an anti-ragging cell which monitors the student conduct althrough the academic premises. Even if any instance is suspected matters are taken seriously and disciplinary action would be taken. The freshers are made aware of these committee for any kind of support and security measure from the side of the institution. 5.1.13 Enumerate the welfare schemes made available to students by the institution. The welfare schemes of the college include academic, cultural, social and financial .At the academic level the schemes prevalent are tutor mentorship, remedial teaching for

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slow learners, interdisciplinary discourse for students to enhance their knowledge level in subjects other than their area of study, book bank facility, computer aided learning facility, placement and counselling, special training for personality development and global competence. Culturally the institution organises cultural events to rejuvenate the artist I students and the PTA offers funds for supporting the talented assets of this institution. College encourages and rewards the students who participate in the events at university and interuniversity level debates, sports etc. Financial aid is given to students for the economically weaker sections and academically brilliant students. Student support schemes like “Vidya Nidhi‟ and other endowments, along with fee concession scheme like KPCR,UGC funds, Alumni association funds etc .The college also ensures reservation. Financial aid is also initiated for the homeless and destitute, others who require medical assistance for life extension 5.1.14 Does the institution have a registered Alumni Association? If „yes‟, what are its activities and major contributions for institutional, academic and infrastructure development? Yes. The Alumni association plans to channelize and transform the goodwill of the Alumni into creative and meaningful co-existence. A new programme – “Second Home Coming” is currently running in the college in which the prominent Alumni of the department will get a chance to Re-visit the college and address the students. Similar programmes to share the academic resources and expertise of our Alumni are awaiting implementation. The association also provides cash prize to toppers in University PG and UG examinations.

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5.2.2 Provide details of the programme wise pass percentage and completion rate for the last four years (cohort wise/batch wise as stipulated by the university)? Furnish programme- wise details in comparison with that of the previous performance of the same institution and that of the Colleges of the affiliating university within the city/district. UG courses YEAR Subject 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 Botany 85 74 74 86 87 54 Biochemistry 87 100 100 89 90 94.44 Chemistry 74 78 84 89 92.2 89.3 Mathematics 98 97.6 98 98 98.6 97.4 Physics 84 88 81 85 95 64 Zoology 100 98 100 96.1 93.2 94 Economics 48.2 52.6 50 44.3 46.8 35.6 English 77.2 76.3 79.3 77.3 76.2 78.6 History 86.4 62.4 68.4 70 76 40 Hindi 90 95 81 86.3 88.2 85.1 Malayalam 78 86.3 88.4 94 100 100 Political 63.4 70.2 70.3 72.6 64.2 67.1 science Sanskrit 95 93 100 100 92.8 100 Commerce- 58 61 61 62 56 51 Tax Commerce- 61 63 62 68 69 66 Finance

PG courses YEAR Subject 2007-08 2008-09 2009-10 2010-11 2011-12 2012-13 Botany 80 85 67 100 82 75 Chemistry 96 100 98 100 100 100 Physics 90 90.2 100 100 100 100 Zoology 100 100 100 100 100 100 Economics 78 70 72 64 68.6 70 English 100 100 100 100 100 100 Commerce 100 100 100 100 98 100

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5.2.3 How does the institution facilitate student progression to higher level of education and/or towards employment? The institution motivates, gives information and directs about the various universities offering related higher courses .In sports students are made to participate in intra-mural, inter-collegiate, inter-university and national championships. 5.2.4 Enumerate the special support provided to students who are at risk of failure and drop out? Remedial coaching is given for the students who are at the risk of failure, financial assistance for those who are not able to afford the expenses of education, counselling sessions to boost their morale and self-confidence. The average dropout rate is low and a minority occurs in UG because of admissions/selections in professional courses like Engineering, Medical and paramedical courses. 5.3 Student Participation and Activities 5.3.1 List the range of sports, games, cultural and other extracurricular activities available to students. Provide details of participation and program calendar. As per the regulations for the FDP under the CBCSS, it is mandatory for students to participate in any one of the social service/extension activities of the college .Every student who is part of the third term and fourth semester should associate and engage himself in the activities of anyone of the clubs, which functions in the college. It is compulsory to secure minimum attendance [40 hours]. Each club functions under the effective guidance of a convener. Students have the freedom to choose more than one club. The NCC in the college plays credible role in shaping the character and instilling student‟s values of patriotism, service, discipline and hard work. Cadets enrolled are given training and can participate in adventurous activities, community development programmes, sports and cultural activities etc. The NSS group conducts camps in addition to the social work rendered. Yet another activity is the programme –“Hridayapoorvam” where the students and staff of a particular Department/departments bring food packets for the sick and invalid groups of Govt.hospital, Adoor. Regular visits to Palliative care units, Old age homes makes the students in acquaintance with the reality faced by the poor and the destitute .These visits are made enjoyable to the inmates by the cultural programmes arranged by the students.

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A Nature club functioning in the College inculcates in students concept of Environment protection, conservation and management of valuable and natural resources College arts festival screens the talents and the best are sent for intercollegiate/interuniversity competitions to enhance their credibility of potentials. Moreover, annual education tours and visits to research centres/film cities for Arts and Science Graduates serves a sound platform for the overall curricular - Academic excellence Women Studies Unit of this college conducts regular cultural programmes during Festive occasions. 5.3.2 Furnish the details of major student achievements in co-curricular, extracurricular and cultural activities at different levels: University / State / Zonal / National / International, etc. for the previous four years. The students with their diligence have always brought the college‟s pride through their achievements in Kerala University youth festival. Specially four events like performing arts, music, Colash, Rangoli, literary events like recitation, debates, Quiz, poetry writing etc. NCC cadets have also raised the institution‟s fame at the national level through their activities in the 10 Kerala Battalion. 5.3.3 How does the college seek and use data and feedback from its graduates and employers, to improve the performance and quality of the institutional provisions? The institution regularly collecting feedback from the outgoing students and analyse it with the help of a committee comprising IQAC members and selected teachers. The suggestions will incorporate in the next year management plan of the college with the permission of College council and PTA. Suggestions with a lot of financial burden will be sent to the college management and the development committee of the management for rectification.

5.3.4 How does the college involve and encourage students to publish materials like catalogues, wall magazines, college magazine, and other material? List the publications/materials brought out by the students during the previous four academic sessions. The Publication division publishes academic materials for students, research scholars and the faculty. It has a few publications to its credit every year. The division 146

has published two handbooks. Handbooks on Social Service and Extension activities, Clubs under CBCSS and handbook on open courses .It has also published two booklets, Research Projects-Funding Agencies in India and abroad and one for Science and other for social sciences and literature. The publication committee is in the task of bringing out FOUR journals-Science, Language and Literature, Economics and Commerce. The list of publications includes; Magazine type Name/Number Department Biannual Tachyons Physics Wall magazine Kaleidoscope Physics Manuscripts Anmol , Vagardh Hindi Annual Vision.com Commerce Manuscript Economics Annual Polis-50 years of Kerala Political Science Manuscript History Magazines and Newsletters 3 English News letter Zoea, Mysis Zoology

 Research forum of the college is publishing an international multi disciplinary science journal „Science chronicle‟ publishing research articles of staff, students and members of scientific community from outside the college (ISSN No:2319-6955). Chief Editor: Dr.M.G. Sanal Kumar  English department is publishing an annual magazine „Marga‟ incorporating short stories, poetry and other literary works. Chief Editor: Dr. K. Unnikrishnan

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Women‟s club, and Editorial board of college magazine and functions of the various subject associations are all coordinated by the college union. 5.3.6 Give details of various academic and administrative bodies that have student representatives on them. The women study unit, various clubs of CBCSS, NCC, NSS all have student representatives for the democratic and smooth functioning of the college. 5.3.7 How does the institution network and collaborate with the Alumni and former faculty of the Institution. The Alumni association plans to channelize and transform the goodwill of the Alumni into creative and meaningful co-existence. A new programme – “Second Home Coming” is currently running in the college in which the prominent Alumni of the department will get a chance to Re-visit the college and address the students. Similar programmes to share the academic resources and expertise of our Alumni are awaiting implementation. The association also provides cash prize to toppers in University PG and UG examinations. Alumni association has always promoted collaborative learning and career guidance programmes through seminars, workshops, alumni talks etc.  Any other relevant information regarding Student Support and Progression which the college would like to include. Mobile phone is banned in the campus. Bringing mobiles phone in the campus invite penalty. Funds raised in this way are used for supporting financially weaker students nominated from different departments by group tutors.

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CRITERION VI: GOVERNANCE, LEADERSHIP AND MANAGEMENT 6.1 Institutional vision and leadership 6.1.1 State the vision and mission of the institution and enumerate on how the mission statement defines the institutions distinctive characteristics in terms of addressing the needs of the society, the students it seeks to serve, institution‟s tradition and value orientation, vision for the future etc.?

MISSION To educate and illuminate the young generation to build up a strong and progressive nation where the rich values and traditions are upheld. The college is established for providing educational opportunities for the young men and women of our country irrespective of their religion, caste or creed. The college aims at the integral development of the personality of the students by providing such education and training which enables them- . To think freely and to be firm on principles . To preserve and encourage noble values . To develop good character and personality and become citizens who are assets to society Through academic excellence, development of skills and character formation, the college hopes to produce committed and inspired young men and women with a holistic approach to life. The goals and objectives of the college are clearly stated in the college handbook. 6.1.2 What is the role of top management, Principal and faculty in design and implementation of its quality policy and plans? The top management has a definite policy to improve the infrastructure and academic environment of the institution. The management designs a working

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plan each year for the institution and recommends it to the development committee of the NSS organization. They carryout the work. The principal and the faculty prepare a vision plan of the institution every 5 years. It will be submitted to the top management and they will select the needed developmental activity in a priority basis. The last vision plan 2020 has been submitted to the top management in 2012. 6.1.3 What is the involvement of the leadership in ensuring  Policy statement and action plan for fulfillment of the stated mission  Formulation of action plan for all operations and incorporation of the same into the institutional strategic plan  Interaction with stake holders  Proper support for policy and planning through need analysis, research inputs and consultation with stake holders  Reinforcing the culture of excellence  Champion organizational change The action plan always stick to the vision and mission of the institution and the developmental policies always adhere to the vision of the college. All action plan of the college will be prepared by the management in consultation with the principal concerned and Principal is entrusted to supervise the work and report it to the top management. The management takes the feedback of the society through their well organized system of decentralized level of organization like Karayogam, Thaluk union, Director board etc. these low level organization of the management give feedback from stake holders to the top management and they develop the action plan considering the feedback in good faith. 6.1.4 What are the procedures adopted by the institution to monitor and evaluate policies and plans of the institution for effective implementation and improvement from time to time?  Collecting feedback from stake holders  Feedback form is available in the college website and anybody who is a well wisher of the college can download the form, fill and upload back.  The feedback will be processed and report will be forwarded to the top management for improvement if needed.

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6.1.5 Details of academic leadership provided to the faculty by the top management. Almost all the teachers of various departments hold many responsible posts in and outside the college. The Heads of all Departments are regular members of College Council and they execute the decisions of the Council after the discussion in the Departments. The teachers also take classes at our institutions as per demand and they also regularly attend International, National and Regional seminars and workshops. Some of the teachers in the college are Members of the Board of Studies, a few are in the Senate and also Syndicate. Every Department has got a DLMC convener who looks after all the activities under CBCSS. A Workshop on CBCSS was conducted in July, 2009 in which all the teachers of this College actively participated and gave their suggestions. Seminars, Refresher Courses and Orientation Programmes are regularly organized. Dr. Radhamony Amma, Head, Dept. of Sanskrit is the Member, Board of Studies, University of Kerala. She is also the Executive Member of the WSU. G. Ashadevi is the DLMC conveyor of the Department. N. Sadanandan Nair is the Member of IQAC. The faculty of Sanskrit Dept. conducted interdisciplinary classes as part of „Collegium‟, HRD Cell. Dr. B. Subhash Babu, Dept. of Malayalam is a Member of the Library Committee and Dr. Girija Devi a Member of the Students Grievance Cell. Dr. Padmakumaran Nair, Dept. of Bio-Chemistry is the Member and Convener of Purchase Committee, UGC Committee and Convener of Calendar Committeee. IQAC Member and Coordinator of Remedial Coaching. Dr. Gopi Mohan, Dept. of Chemistry is a Member of Syndicate, Sanskrit University, Kalady and he is also the CBCSS Course Coordinator. Prof. B. Harikumar is the Member of Senate, University of Kerala. Dr. Shyama Nair works as the Open Course Coordinator and NAAC Dept. Coordinator. Dr. P.K. Sreekumar is the Member of the Editorial Committee of J. Science Chronicle and Member of NAAC Reaccreditation Committee. Prof. S.V. Hareendrakumar, Dept. of Physics works as the Coordinator of University Exams. Prof. S. Jalajabhai is the DLMC Convener of the Department. Dr. Saravan Kumar acts as the Editor, Journal of Science Chronicle and he is also the Member of the NAAC Working Committee. Prof. C.B. Vijayalekshmi is the Treasurer of WSU Dr. M.G. Sanalkumar, Dept. of Zoology is in charge of the Research Coordinatorship of the College. He is also Editor-in-Chief of J. Science Chronicle and the Convener of 151

NAAC Steering Committee Convener. Dr. Sanalkumar coordinates the Social and Extension activities of Science Club too under CBCSS. Prof. Vinod P. is the coordinator of Open Course (CBCSS) and Prof. S. Nandakumar is the CBCSS Course Coordinator. Prof. P. Harikrishna, Department of English, is the Member of Senate, University of Kerala. Dr. K. Unnikrishnan coordinates the Social and Extension activities of Debate / Quiz Club and also the Convener of Internal Exams. Dr. J. Anjana is the convener of WSU. Prof. Ranjith Krishnan K.R. is the CBCSS Clubs‟ Coordinator and he is also the Convener of the Film Club. Prof. Rekhasree K.R., Dept. of Sociology looks after the activities of Human Resources Development Cell of the College, titled as Collegium. Prof. Janardhana Kurup, Dept. of Commerce is the Convener of University Exams. Prof. P.B. Anil, Dept. of Political Science is the Secretary of PTA and also the Convener of the Extension Activity Hridayapoorvam. 6.1.6 How does department groom leadership at various levels among the faculty? Faculty of the Department is always particular to hold post of office bearers in organizations like NSS and trying to avail deputation as Subject Experts for interviews and as Resource Persons for delivering speeches in other colleges and schools. Members of the Malayalam Dept. were part of the College Council down the years. Dr. Girija Devi (2008 – ‟10), Dr. B. Gopakumar (2009 – ‟10 and 2012 – ‟13), Prof. Rajesh (as Council Secretary 2012 – ‟13). Dr. B. Gopakumar and Dr. B. Subhash Babu have worked as NSS Programme Officers and also as PTA Members. Dr. Girija Devi worked as the Convener of WSU. Members of all the Departments work as Faculty Advisors, Club Coordinators under CBCSS and also engage students in Extra-Curricular and Social activities. Work distribution to the members of the Dept. done in the Dept. meeting. Major and Minor Project Fellowships are done by various teachers. Faculty Members are encouraged to take Chairmanship of University Examinations and to deliver speeches and to organize seminars, workshops, etc. Teachers are encouraged in preparing scheme of valuation of different University Exams and serve as Members of Question setting body of other Universities. Research Guideship is also offered by various teachers.

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6.1.7 How does the college delegate authority and provide operational autonomy to the dept? Faculty members try to attend Workshops conducted by UGC – Academic Staff College, and they also make it a point to organize Local Workshops in association with the College and other Departments. Purchase of books, journals, etc by the Dept. is done by using the fund from the College level. HOD and the Dept. are given autonomous power to organize various Dept. activities. The Dept. has given freedom to conduct various co-curricular activities. The hierarchy in the college is as the following - Principal – HOD – Associate Professors /Assistant Professors – Guest Lecturers Planning, decision making and purchase of lab equipments, chemicals and teaching aids using the fund allotted by the Dept. from UGC, PD and PTA with the monitoring of purchase committee of the college. 6.1.8 Does the college promote culture of participative management? YES, the Principal delegate various committees incorporating members from teaching and non-teaching staff and they are in charge of their committee in implementing the duties bind on them by the principal and top level management. Some of the duties of the departments are deployed to the HODs by the Principal and duties will be discharged to the faculty in the departmental meeting. 6.2 Strategy development and deployment 6.2.1 Does the institution have a formally stated quality policy? How is it develop, driven, deployed and reviewed? Yes, the Quality policy will be taken by the top management of the institution and conveyed to the college council through the principal. The college council will delegate faculty in charge of different programmes to drive and improve quality education in the institution. The outcome will be reviewed by a team constituted by the principal incorporating elected council members and representatives of prominent teachers, organizations and HODs. The result will be conveyed to the top management every year. 6.2.2 Does the institute have a perspective plan for development? If so, give the aspects considered for the inclusion in the plan. Yes. The top management develops perspective plan of the institution for a period of every 5 years. The aspects considering are building construction, ICT enabled facility

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improvement, teachers recruitment, repair and maintenance, student‟s facility improvement etc. 6.2.3 Describe the internal organizational structures and decision making process in the dept? The Hindi Department offers various internal organizations like Hindi Association headed by Dr. Sheela T. Nair; Quiz Club headed by Dr. Deepthy A. Karanavar; Literary and Debate Club under the guidance of Smt. Ushakumari; Counseling Unit headed by Dr. Lathakumari and Seminar Committee lead by Dr. Yamuna Devi. Dr. Sheela T. Nair works as the Editor of the magazine published by the Dept. Staff meetings are conducted regularly in all the Departments and decisions are taken in the meetings and the responsibilities are shared. The hierarchy is maintained at different levels. HOD – Associate Professors/ Assistant Professors and Guest Lecturers. Decision making is done democratically through regular Department meetings and the minutes are properly documented. Students are given freedom to give suggestions in co-curricular and extracurricular activities. Dept. meetings are conducted regularly right from the beginning of every academic year. On the basis of the workload, the portions are allotted to various members of the Dept. The decisions of the Staff Council are also discussed and implemented accordingly. An academic calendar is prepared and the minutes are properly maintained. In the subsequent meetings, appraisal of the work plan is made and corrective measures are taken to comply with decisions. A draft of the evaluation scheme is also prepared in meeting. Various committees like Library Committee, Purchase Committee, etc under the monitoring of Dept. Staff Council. 6.2.4 Give a broad description of the quality improvement strategies of the institution for each of the following. a) Teaching – learning Feedbacks are collected from the students at regular intervals. Malayalam Department gives prominence to Experiential learning like Thullal, Kathakali and other performing arts. The Departments enhance the teaching and learning techniques through TAL and CAL. Lectures are done using LCD and other teaching aids like OHP, Poster, etc. Tutorial system and Peer teaching methods are also encouraged. Along with the traditional teaching methods, we also conduct seminars. Debates, group discussions, etc to ensure the participation of maximum number of students in teaching and learning process. 154

The History Department uses Audio-visuals to show clippings of historical events like that of the Second World War. Life of Gandhi, speeches of great historical leaders, etc. Field trips are conducted to places of historical significance. In order to make learning student-centric and also to foster leadership qualities in students, seminars, debates, discussions – both intra and inter-classes are being conducted on a regular basis. The participants are asked to prepare points, notes and synopsis in advance. After the seminar, the participants are encouraged to improve citing certain corrections thus enabling them to present things in a more effective manner in the future. Whenever teachers are on leave, the other teachers who are present assign the students to engage the class. Such students are also trained to convince other students with the help of teaching aids like charts, maps, paper cuttings, etc. such initiatives can infuse confidence in them. The Dept. ensures students effective learning experiences through the use of modern teaching aids and tools like computers, audio-visuals, multi-media, ICT, CAL, internet and other information / materials. The Dept.‟s computer facilities are provided to the students for learning informatics. Besides, training was provided to them in the computer centre of the college. The faculty and students attend seminars and workshops to keep pace with the recent developments in various subjects. New changes in the subjects can also be understood through various historical journals. From this, we can also know the new books on the subject. The facility of the Dept. library is utilized by both the teachers and the students effectively as sources of references. The Dept. is equipped with a book bank. Outgoing students and retiring teachers are to extent their support in the form of contribution to the book bank. The evaluation of teachers by the students are done through feedback questionnaires. In order to assess the opinion of the students about their teachers on academic and teacher-student relationship, teachers individually collect the feedback. This enable the teachers for more adaptability. The Physics Department employs OHP and LCD; Simulation softwares like Celestia, DHET, to improve the teaching standards. The English Department makes use of all the latest technologies available for the enhancement of teaching – learning process. Films based on popular texts are screened regularly along with workshops, lecture series and discussions. The Dept. organized a literary festival titled as Lumina Literati to foster the talents of the students. The programme had a variety of things including a Literary Exhibition, Dramatic

155 representation of Bayen and Macbeth along with Inter-Collegiate Quiz and an Inter- disciplinary activity in the form of Kathakali, an adaptation of Othello. b) Research and development A three-tier evaluation system for PG students including pre and post thesis (project) presentations. It is carried out in an effective manner and completed before time. Teachers are given ample opportunities to improve their academic and research capabilities by the management by allowing them to attend workshops, national and international seminars. One of the faculty, Lekha Pillai, Dept. of History has attended the first National Interaction Programme conducted by the UGC – ASC, JNU, Delhi. The HOD and the management defines the responsibilities and it was assigned among the faculty members. The responsibilities of academic activities, extra-curricular activities in the college, organization of seminars and workshops, curricular activities outside the college, etc are divided among the members of the faculty. All the faculty members are involved in the management and administration of the Dept. Dr. Padmakumaran Nair, Dept. of Bio-Chemistry has Research Guideship in MS University and MG University. He has also availed a UGC Minor Project. The Chemistry Dept. has availed Research Projects from various agencies like KSCSTE, UGC, DST, etc. The Dept. has also started a Research Forum and published Research papers by M.Sc Students (theses). A Chemical synthesis lab also functions to prepare nano-material and thin films. The Zoology Dept. has availed funds from KSCTEC and UGC to encourage research activities among the students. At present, there are 10 Research Scholars pursuing for Doctoral Degree. The faculty has published more than 50 Research Papers and started a research journal – Science Chronicle with ISSN No. 2319- 6955. c) Community engagements Dept. Staff have conducted occasional visits to „Gandhi Bhavan‟ at Pathanapuram, an orphanage and gave financial aid and clothes to its inmates. The Depts. have also subscribed a magazine published by the Gandi Bhavan. Students of the Dept. actively participate in community service extension programmes of NSS and NCC like Blood Donation Camps. The Staff and Students have contributed for constructing a house to a student from poor backgrounds and also for the treatment of a kidney and cancer patient.

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Dr. P. Rajendran, Dept. of Economics conducts Yoga Classes and Prof. V. R. Viswanathan Nair and P.P. Rajashekharan Pillai organize Quiz and Research activities. Dr. Padmakumaran Nair, Dept. of Bio-Chemistry is surrently working on a project – Effect of Diet and Life Style on Heart Diseases in Ex-Service Men. Faculty Members of Botany Dept. give advice to identify local plants and plants for sacred groves. DRC evolution – participated as Resource Persons in various Orientation Programmes. Students of the Dept. conducted an awareness programme for the students of nearby Higher Secondary Schools about Science Popularisation Schemes of Govt. of India. Zoology Dept. conducted a Science Popularisation Programme on Paddy field conversion and river sand mining, incorporating members of local public like Kudumbasree members and members of local self government and participated in Exhibition at 1st Biodiversity Congress. d) Human resource management The Principal is deploying faculty to engage various developmental activities of the college and also the matters related to university like online enrollment and registration of first semester students, their examination registration to the university, co-ordination of research activities in the college, consultancy and extension programmes. e) Industry interaction Industrial visit tours are conducted yearly as part of education. The Students of various Depts. are allowed to visit various industries in the locality. 6.2.5 How does the head of the institution ensure that adequate information is available for the top management and stake holders to review the activities of the institution? The head of the institution itself is conveying these type of information to the top management and stake holders and thus ensuring proper information transport. 6.2.6 How does the management encourage and support involvement of the staff in improving the effectiveness and efficiency of institutional processes?  Management encourages research activities by the staff and granting leave for such activities

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 Management encourages staff for applying research projects from external funding agencies  Management permits staff to attend refresher and orientation courses and also to attend national and international seminars and workshops 6.2.7 Enumerate the resolutions made by the management council in the last year and the status of implementation of such resolutions.  All the Departments strictly follow the decisions taken by the college council like covering portions as per the syllabi within the time, conducting two internal exams, valuing the answer scripts within the stipulated time, taking attendance strictly and preparing grade sheets accordingly.  The Departments should organize PTS meetings at least two times in a semester and tutorial meetings at least once in a month.  College Council allotted the PTA Fund to the Departments for the purchase of books, journals and other teaching aids. It also encourages teachers to attend Professional Development Courses.  The College Council decided to make the attendance of students made compulsory.  To observe Dry day every year 6.2.8 Does the affiliating university make a provision for according the status of autonomy to an affiliated institution? No 6.2.9 How does the institution ensure that grievances/complaints are promptly attended to and resolved effectively? Is there a mechanism to analyse the nature of grievances for promoting better stake holder relationship? The complaints from grievance box will be collected monthly and analysed and remedial measures will be taken as per the recommendations of the college council. 6.2.10 During the last 4 years, had there been any instance of court cases filed by and against the institute? Provide details on the issues and decisions of the court on these. No 6.2.11 Does the institution have a mechanism for analyzing student feedback on institutional performances? If yes, what was the outcome and response of the institution to such an effort.

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Yes. We have online facility to put institutional feedback. The institution‟s website has feed back form. All students are advised to fill and send back it. The feedback will be analysed and action plan will be formulated accordingly with the recommendation of college. 6.3 Faculty empowerment strategies 6.3.1 What are the efforts made by institution to enhance professional development of its training and non-teaching staff? The members of the Depts. attend National, Regional and State-Level Seminars and Workshops for developing their teaching skills. The faculty of all Depts. make it a point to attend Orientation and Refresher Courses, Workshops, National, International and Regional Seminars (Paper Presentations). They also undertake UGC aided Minor and Major Research Projects.  Granting leave for attending refresher and orientation courses  Encourage teachers to avail FIP of UGC  Encourage part time research  Encourage faculty to undertake major and minor research projects  Encourage faculty to avail PDF  Sending non- teaching staff to skill developmental workshops 6.3.2What are the strategies adopted by the institution for faculty empowerment through training, retraining and motivating the employees for the roles and responsibilities they perform? Faculty will be advised to attend training programmes of various skill development. For this, purpose  Leave will be granted  Travel expenses will be met by the institution  Hotel accommodation will be provided if necessary 6.3.3 Provide details on the performance appraisal system of the staff to evaluate and ensure that information on multiple activities is appropriately captured and considered for better appraisal. HOD will collect performance appraisal from each staff annually. It will be verified by the HOD and forwarded to the principal for recommending the sanction of annual increment by the management and also for promotion to the university (Performa appended in the annexure).

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6.3.4 What is the outcome of the review of the performance appraisal reports by the management and the major decisions taken? How are they communicated to the appropriate stake holders? The management will review the performance appraisal report and communicate to the employee. Promotion will be based on this confidential report of performance appraisal. Employee with weak performances will be encouraged to perform better in the forthcoming year. 6.3.5What are the welfare schemes available for teaching and non-teaching staff? What percentage of staff have availed the benefits of such scheme for the last 4 years? Dept. Fund is utilized for supporting the activities of the teachers and also for participating in the project proposals. Faculty Members raised a fund to help the non- teaching staff for treatment. Financial aid is provided to the family of non-teaching staff and retiring non-teaching staff. A staff club is functioning in the college with Dr. B. Gopakumar as the staff club secretary. A nominal amount of money is deducted from the salary of all the teaching staff every month and is utilized for the benefit of institutional staff who are highly in need, at the time of emergencies and provide a helping hand to the family of deceased non-teaching staff and also to poor students with serious medical complaints. % of staff availed it, during the last four years. 10% in Malayalam 100% in Commerce 25% in Botany 10% non-teaching 6.3.6 What are the measures taken by the institution for attracting and retraining eminent faculty? Since this is Govt. aided institution, rules and regulations of the institution pertaining to the selection, transfer and retirement of employee is strictly stick on to Kerala State Education Rules, Kerala State Service Rules, UGC and Kerala University rules. Management has low flexibility in this regard. 6.4 Financial management and resource mobilization 6.4.1 What is the institutional mechanism to monitor effective and efficient use of available financial resources? Institution has various committees to monitor the use of financial resources. The committees include UGC committee, Purchase committee, PTA committee etc. These 160

committees are appointed by the Principal as per the recommendations of college council. These committees monitor all financial transactions within their limit. 6.4.2 What are the institutional mechanism for internal and external audit? When was the last audit done and what are the major audit objections? Provide the details on compliance.  Internal audit of PTA by charted accountant  Management audit by auditors of the management  Government audit by auditors of Deputy Director of Collegiate Education Nil 6.4.3 What are the major sources of institutional funding and how is the deficit managed? Provide audited income and expenditure statement of academic and administrative activities of previous 4 years and the reserve fund/corpus available with institution, if any. PTA fund, UGC fund like UG and PG assistance, General and special assistance from UGC, government fund like PD fund and Management fund. The deficit will be managed by the personal contribution from the staff for students‟ welfare. 6.4.4 Give details on the efforts made by the institution in securing additional funding and utilization of the same (if any).  Faculty is applying for research projects from outside funding agencies  FIST and SARD facility availed in Chemistry and Zoology departments  Raising fund from alumni to improve infrastructure from respective departments 6.5 IQAS 6.5.1 Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) a)Has the institution established an Internal Quality Assurance Cell(IQAC)? If Yes, what is the institutional policy with regard to quality assurance and how has it contributed in institutionalizing the quality assurance processes? Yes. The developmental activities, both infrastructural and academic is formulated y IQAC of the college and submit it to the principal for the sanction of college council and top management. This assures quality in education and infrastructure of the institution.

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Alumni conducted a Career guidance Class for degree and PG students. Alumni of different departments helped to improve the teaching- learning facility of the departments by providing technical expertise and most urgent infrastructure needed. The students give their suggestions for the improvement of students welfare in the college through students representatives to the principal and the same will be

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forwarded to the IQAC convener. It will be discussed in the IQAC meeting and necessary measures will be taken with the help of college management, college council and PTA. e) How do IQAC communicate and engage staff from different constituents of the Institution? The decisions and minutes of the IQAC meeting will be circulated to all departments. The IQAC meeting will appoint staff members to take charge of various teaching-learning-evaluation process of the institution and also extra curricular activities and development of infrastructure and students‟ welfare. The same will be ratified in the college council and implemented.

6.5.2 Does the institution have an integrated frame work for quality assurance of the academic and administrative activities? If Yes, give details on its operationalisation. The IQAC collect feedback from stake holders and analyse it and priorities the recommendations. The same will be communicated to the top management through principal and college council. 6.5.3 Does the institution provide training to its staff for effective implementation of quality assurance procedures? If yes, give details enumerating its impact. IQAC conducted a State level Workshop for teachers. The selected teachers from UG and PG attended the workshop and suggested measures and improvements for the curriculum development. The suggestions were consolidated and handed over to the university and higher education council of the state. Most of these suggestions incorporated in the report of higher education reform committee during 2012-13. All the Members oft this institution attended the Workshop conducted on 26.3.2012. IQAC conducted another workshop for non-teaching staff with the help of experts from secrateriate, Thiruvananthapuram. Another seminar was conducted to introduce non- teaching staff to the basics of computer programmes used in this sector. IQAC monitors quality control. Lectures by visiting professors and specialists add to the existing quality. Feedback system from the students are properly utilized. 6.5.4 Does the institution undertake academic audit or other external review of the academic provisions? If yes, how are the outcomes used to improve the institutional activities? Yes. The principal will ensure the topic coverage of each class and topic assigned to each faculty at the end of each semester. Feedback will be collected from students and parents one month before the closure of the semester. The HODs will be 163

instructed to take proper remedial measures to regularize the lagging portion. Semester wise academic audit helps to improve academic progress of the students. 6.5.5 How are Internal Quality Assurance mechanism aligned with the requirements of the relevant external quality assurance agencies/regulatory authorities? IQAC formulate action plan every year for quality improvements in teaching, learning, evaluation and also in extra curricular activities as per the instructions of university time to time and helping the institution in its overall development in field of education. 6.5.6 What institutional mechanisms are in place to continuously review the teaching learning process? Give details of its structure, methodologies, operation and outcome. Feedback from the students is collected by each group tutor and analysed. The result will be conveyed to the Head of the department. Problems arise will be solved in the departmental level and some interdepartmental matters will be discussed with the HODs concerned. The matters which is to be solved in the college level will be communicated to the principal by the HOD for necessary remedial action. This streamline, transparent process ensures quality in education and teaching learning process. 6.5.7 How does the institution communicate its quality assurance policies, mechanisms, outcomes to the various internal and external stake holders? The quality assurance policies will be published within the college through principal‟s circular to the staff. Alumni meeting is regularly conducting and seeking help from them to assure quality education in the institution. PTS and PTA meeting are regularly conducting and conveying the quality assurance policies to the parents. Meetings of prominent personalities of the community will be organized every year by the principal and quality assurance policies of the institution will be discussed and their suggestions also will be incorporated in the next year‟s management plan of the institution.  Any other relevant information regarding governance, leadership and management Nil

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7.1 Environment Consciousness

7.1.1 Does your department conduct a green audit of its campus and facilities?

The PG Department of Botany has identified all the shrubs and trees of the entire campus and tags were put on them with their name and family written. A record of entire campus flora with special reference to medicinal plants is kept in the department of Botany. PG and Research Department of Zoology made a study on the campus fauna with special reference to endemic and endangered fauna. The record of study is also kept in the department. The Nature Club and Science Club of the college conduct a monthly checking of all areas of the campus to make sure that the entire area of campus is plastic free. The Nature Club of the college takes special care to import environmental and ecological awareness among students. 7.1.2 What are the initiatives taken by the college to make the campus eco-friendly (like plastic free dept., use of renewable energy, water harvesting, composing)?

The Physics Department has established a Solar panel to generate electricity for lightening the lamps, water heater and solar water distillation unit. Each Department is allotted a space in the campus to keep the area clean and to set up gardens. All departments are maintaining their flowers garden or medicinal garden in the campus well with the help of students, teachers and non teaching staff of the department. Every year the principal gives cash award to the department maintaining best garden in the campus. The National Service Scheme volunteers cultivate banana plantation in the campus. The entire campus is declared plastic free and the Nature Club and Science Club is monitoring monthly all areas of the campus to make sure of it.

Project Achencovil phase II : The research forum of the college conducted a study on the biodiversity and physic-chemical characteristics of river Achancovil, flowing near to the college in the year 2004-2006 as first phase and found that water of this river is below national water quality standard. As second phase of this study an interdiciplinary study

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was conducted during 2008-2011 to analyze the pesticide residue of the river water from upstream, midstream and downstream. It was found that several organo phosphorous, organo chlorine and carbamate pesticides along with fungicides and herbicides were present in this river water. Since several people of Pathanamthitta, Kollam and Alappuzha district of Kerala is directly depending on this river water for domestic and agricultural uses, report of the study is handed over to local self government authorities for taking necessary steps to reduce the problem of this harmful contamination. 7.2 Innovations 7.2.1 Give details of innovations introduced during the last 4 years which have created a positive impact on the functioning of the college.

a) PG Interdiciplinary seminar: It is mandatory for the first year PG students to present a general seminar and it is made part of their curriculum in the college. The seminar is organized jointly by the PG Monitoring Cell and the Research Committee. The presentations will be evaluated by the panel of experts nominated by the Principal in consultation with the PG Monitoring Cell and the Research Committee. The Best presentation in Science and Arts, language and Commerce will get awards from the Principal.

b) Synopsis evaluation: It is mandatory for the final PG students to present their PG dissertation synopsis before an expert committee appointed by the Principal for evaluation, criticism and suggestions for improvement. The students will have to modify the synopsis according to the directions of the expert panel. After the completion of the work the students will have to present their work before the department and the department will select two presentations on merit basis for final college level presentation jointly organized by the PG monitoring cell and the Research forum of the college. The presentation will be evaluated by panel experts both internal and external appointed by the Principal in consultation with Research forum. These presentations are mandatory for the submission of dissertation to the university. The best two presentations selected by the panel will get principals certificate and cash award.

166 c) Foundation course / bridge course: All the teaching department of the college is conducting foundation course /bridge course for newly joining first degree students to create interest and aptitude in the core course they have selected. d) Collegium: The mantra of the moment is „Knowledge society‟. Teaching learning and sharing is the need of the hour. The college teaching fraternity hopes to reach out and forge a symbiotic relationship with the outside academic community. With all the confidence tinged with humility, the college open corridors both to learn and teach, to share and spread the pollens of knowledge. The college has a resource pool and a host of subjects for sharing knowledge. The focal themes were  Living with science  Art and culture  Soft skills  Business transactions  World outside  Women empowerment  Personality development  Legal awareness Both interdepartmental and intercollegiate lectures are given by the resource persons of the collegiums. Co ordinator: Smt Rekhasree Department of Sociology. e) Value added programmes: Co-ordinator: B. Rameshkumar, Associate Professor (Chemistry)Professional skill development among student community has been a key component of the curriculum of this college for years. The conventional courses offered by the college are changed to something more important, useful and more relevant to given needs. The otherwise common curriculum is enriched by supplementary components which are pursued parallelly through horizontal mobility. This is a strategy to widen the skill base of undergraduates by making it obligatory for them to choose a course of their choice. Value addition is crucial to enhance employability. The college runs twenty value added programmes. These programmes are aimed at apt placement for its outgoing students in a globally competing career environment. 167

Further, the students are encouraged to learn the core concepts through „learning by doing‟ and to focus on the pre-requisites of the companies offering jobs after the course. A student can take up a programme one at a time in each semester and a „course certificate‟ will be awarded by the college upon successfully completing the programme. Admission to these programmes is strictly based on an aptitude test conducted by respective departments. Value added programmes run by the college are listed below.

Sl. Department Proposed programme

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1 English Communicative skill development

2 Malayalam Malayalam computing and Blogging

3 Hindi Spoken Hindi

4 Economics Investment Analysis and portfolio management

5 Sanskrit Spoken Sanskrit

6 History Travel and Tourism

Ornamental Fish Culture and Aquarium management

7 Zoology Computer applications

8 Chemistry Computational Chemistry

Instrumentation

9 Physics Hardware assembly and Servicing

Pain and palliative care training

10 Botany Gardening and horticulture practice

11 Commerce Tax practitioners course

Computer aided communication course

12 Politics Coaching programme for entry in service

13 Nature club Environmental awareness

14 Women Study Unit Jewellery making Fabric painting 15 Library and Library and Information Science Information Centre

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f) Programmes in value education: Co-ordinators: 1. Dr. B. Gopakumar, Associate Professor (Commerce) 2. Dr. Lathakumari, Associate Professor (Hindi) Education is not for mere living; it is for LIFE-a fuller, more meaningful, more worthwhile LIFE. It has two aspects-the first related to external and worldly education and the second related to human values i.e., EDUCARE. Educare aims at bringing out that which is within, translating them into action. Educare is to understand that there is an inherent, holistic inter-relationship among all elements of creation, all domains of human capability and all aspects of NATURE. From the subtlest (Sookshma) space to the gross (Sthoola) earth, universe is evolved, exhibiting the basic truth of Unity and Divinity in Diversity. The five attributes (space, air, fire, water and earth) and the five senses (sound, touch, form/sight, taste and smell) are given for experiencing the creation. From vibration to radiation to materialization, the creation has sprung out as a witness to Divinity. The five elements--attributes and senses--are inside as well as outside Man. A balance is sought to be achieved and maintained in our students through a conscious effort on the part of the college. We are adopting an array of measures for education in human values and the strategies are detailed below 11. Discussion/panel discussion f. based on pictures g. based on life situations h. based on news paper i. based on songs/films j. based on religious books 12. Self study 13. Visits to places of c. Religious d. Social/spiritual importance 14. Dramatisation/Role play 15. Invited talks 16. Debates 17. Creative writing 18. Project work 19. Celebration of festivals 20. Team learning

169 g) Vaayanakkoottam: is a forum under the auspices of the Library and Information Committee that ensures the development of process skills like critical thinking, creative thinking, writing, oral presentation, data analysis, data collection in students. The forum also aims to enhance the reading habits of our students. They will get ample opportunities to present issues of contemporary relevance from diametrically opposite angles. Those who have innate talents in creative weighting will be groomed by giving them an opportunity to present their works in the forum and it will be critically evaluated by the experts in our college and outside and they will be provided with valuable tips to sharpen their talents. On every Wednesday at 1Pm, vaayanakkoottam will meet in the reading room. h) Peer teaching: Among the capacity building programmes of the college, peer teaching is mandatory for all students of post graduate courses. During their two-year course of study, each student is supposed to complete ten hours of peer teaching under the supervision of concerned faculty. The scheme aims at student empowerment through learner-centric approach for knowledge transfer across academic peers. i) Computer course: A basic course in computer is running in the computer lab for all UG students. A computer instructor is appointed for this purpose by the management. Classes will be taken during free hours as well as zero hour with time table and syllabus. At the end of each course, evaluation will be done and certificates will be issued. j) Yoga class: A total of 40 hours yoga is practicing every year with four modules. The modules are the following. Programme co ordinator Dr. P.Rajendran Nair Module I: Yoga, its origin and Development, Ashtangayogam, Objectives of Yoga, Yoga for good life, Yoga and food, Yoga and good health,Advantages of Yoga, Features of Yoga, Yoga therapy Module II: Asanas – breathing exercise, Abdominal breathing in lavdoun pose, Padmasana, Siddhasana, Merudhandasana, Anandasana, Bhujangasana, Sethubandhasana, Khandarasana, Naukasana, Malsyasana, Dholasana, Dhanurasana, Vipareethakaranimudra, Sarwangasana, Halasana, Pachimothasana, Vajrasana, Sukhtavajrasana, Ushtrasana, Shashangasana, Baanasana, Janusirasana, Malsyendrasana, Gomughasana, Trikonasana, Vipareethatrikonasana, Sooryanamaskaram 170

Module III: Dhyanan, Omkaradhyanam, Pranayamam, Anuloma-viloma, Fastrika, Shethali, Shielkari, Bhramari. Module IV: Yoga therapy- Yoga and Diseases. k) Publication of an International interdisciplinary science journal: The Research forum is publishing an international interdisciplinary journal “Science Chronicle”. The PG students are advised to publish their dissertation work in the journal along with original articles of faculty of the college, scientists and researchers outside the college from India and abroad. 7.3 BEST PRACTICES 7.3.1 Elaborate on any two best practices which have contributed to the achievement of the institutional objective and/ or contributed to the quality improvement of the core activities of the college. Best practice I „Collegium –The domain of debate and Discourse‟ The mantra of the moment is „Knowledge society‟. Teaching learning and sharing is the need of the hour. The college teaching fraternity hopes to reach out and forge a symbiotic relationship with the outside academic community. With all the confidence tinged with humility, the college open corridors both to learn and teach, to share and spread the pollens of knowledge. The college has a resource pool and a host of subjects for sharing knowledge. The focal themes were  Living with science  Art and culture  Soft skills  Business transactions  World outside  Women empowerment  Personality development  Legal awareness  Hridayapoorvam- A mission to heal the wound of hunger Both interdepartmental and intercollegiate lectures are given by the resource persons of the collegiums. Co ordinator: Smt Rekhasree Department of Sociology.

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„Collegium –The domain of debate and Discourse‟ is a programme organised by the Human Resources Development Cell where a pool of resource persons volunteered to commit themselves in the “Knowledge Saga of teaching, learning and sharing” .This knowledge sharing worked on the paradigm of group learning applications . The cell also arranged counselling sessions to students to have better vision and orientation towards goal setting .Above all it also serves as a platform to guide students with regard to their career options through career development programmes from in-house experts and creative thinkers Goal  To synergise unique combination of various faculties to enhance the future prospects of the students of N S S College, Pandalam.

Major Objectives

 To conduct an interdisciplinary discourse during zero hours, to increase the awareness levels of the students in various subjects  To add a competitive advantage to students‟ intellectual capital bring an asset dimension to the academic fraternity and scholars.  To foster bonding with lateral establishments through programme like Collegium which gave outside consultancy services.

Implementation Strategy  The classes were arranged in a schedule where the availability of the resource persons and the students was duly takeninto consideration.  An average of 14 classes a week was arranged during the year 2011-12  Each Resource person was given classes other than his /her core students  Efforts were taken to maintain the probability of giving all department classes judiciously  Minimum 40 hrs of class a year  Evaluation and Feedback from the students as well as the concerned Department heads were taken  Recommended classes were again rescheduled

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Problems Faced  The plan was more feasible when the annual scheme of examinations as we could have a long gap between exams  In CBCSS time constraint was a major concern due to the overlapping of internal as well as University exams and valuation camps  Time constraint of Resource Person  Students problem in coming at Zero hours as most of them were from remote places and transportation was a concern  Continuous classes was difficult due to the other club activities and co-curricular programmes of college Future prospects awaiting Implementation  Collecting the abstracts of all classes and compiling it to a Journal  Reward /Performance appraisal system for the Resource Persons  Monitoring Student progression through effective evaluation strategies Best practice II. Hridayapoorvam: A Mission to Heal the Wound of Hunger

Goal: Helping the poorest of the poor in the society by extending a packet of food once in every month by students and staff of the college. Context: “Hunger moves minds to evil” - Krut Hamson India is a country with developing economy where a vast majority of the people is living at subsistence level. The problem to the constitution of India stresses the importance of „Justice – Social, Economic and Political‟. Social justice is mentioned first and other two come second and third in order of preference. This in itself indicates that the makers of our Constitution realized the significance and power of social justice. Social service as a part of social justice is very much relevant in the contemporary Indian social and cultural scenario. In India , unfortunately the social services are so poor that the upbringing of weaker section of the society can hardly be said to exist. Millions of people in our country cannot get even the drinking water. The country has not been able to achieve food security even after more than half a decade of her Independence. We have a surplus stock of (233.92 million tons) of food grains and millions of tons gets spoiled for want of storage every year, but a good

173 number of our population still die of hunger. The poor and inequitable distribution system of food- stuff is a big problem of modern India. Practice: N.S.S.College, Pandalam offers its best service in the social service sector through “Hridayapoorvam” this mission upholds the major vision of the college “They serve good well who serve its creatures”. Once in every month student representatives of this program collect Lunch packet from the campus and distribute them among the poor patients in Government Hospital, Adoor. More than one thousand packet can be collected and distributed. Mr. P.B. Anil Dept of Political Science is the teacher in charge and the chief organizer of this mission during the present academic year. This service thus serves the society as a small step to abolish the ever worst misery – Poverty. Student volunteers from NCC, NSS and other college clubs are also actively involved in this charity mission. The support and guidance of entire teaching faculty, non teaching staff and PTA, is the driving force behind this great activity. Such services make a positive impression in student‟s personality and encourage them to offer their energy and youth in the well being of our society. We are liable to boost of our development in science and technology and advancement in almost all the fields of modern development but on the other hand our heads bow with shame to see over millions root in extreme poverty. So it is the primary duty of the civilized society to create at least the minimum conditions of good life for every individual before it sanctions indulgence in luxury and conspicuous consumption. Evidence of Success: A total of 1,06,992 food packets were distributed to the people who are helpless, poor, disabled and abandoned during the last four years. The Kerala State Road Transport Corporation, Local panchayath authorities and voluntary organizations of the village is extending their help in transportation and distribution of these food packets, which itself reveal its success. Problems encountered: transportation of food packets from college to the hospital was a challenge in the beginning but gradually solved by the helping mentality of voluntary organizations and govt. authorities. Contact details: Name of the Principal: Dr. M. Jayasree, N.S.S. College, Pandalam Pathanamthitta(Dist)-689501 Website:www.nsscollegepandalam.ac.in

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P.G. DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH

1. Name of the department :PG DEPARTMENT OF ENGLISH 2. Year of Establishment :1959 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M. Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.): UG and PG (BA and MA) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved :Nil 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) – UG and PG follows Semester System (CBCSS for UG) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments – Students take up courses offered by various departments in regard to the Open Course System under CBCSS 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc : Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons - NA 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 4 4 Asst. Professors 12 11 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years No. of Ph.D. of Experience Students guided for the last 4 years L. Vatsa MA, Diploma in Associate Indian Writing in 32 - Vasthu Professor English S. Balachandran MA, M.Phil Associate ELT, Language 28 years, 6 - Professor months P. Harikrishna MA, M.Phil Associate Literary Theory, 27 - Professor Film Studies, Theatre Studies Dr. K. MA, Ph.D Associate African Literature 26 years, 4 - Unnikrishnan Professor months

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Dr. J. Anjana MA, Ph.D, PG Assistant Indian Writing, 8 years - Diploma in PR Professor Women‟s Writing and Journalism Culture studies Sreekala K.B. MA, M.Phil, Assistant Indian Writing 4 years - B.Ed Professor Ranjith MA, M.Phil Assistant Culture Studies, 4 years - Krishnan K.R. Professor Film Studies, Literary Theory Resmi.R.L MA, B.Ed Assistant Literature theory 2 year one Professor ELT month Aswathy A. MA, M.Ed Assistant ELT 1 Year - Professor Vineetha MA Assistant Literature theory 1 Year - Krishnan Professor Deepthi C. MA Assistant Women‟s writing 1 Year - Professor Indian Writing C.R. Jyothy MA, B.Ed Assistant African American 1 Year - Professor Indian Writing Simi Thulasidas MA, B.Ed Assistant African Canadian 1 Year - Professor Literature Sreeja S.Nair MA, M.Ed Assistant ELT 1 month - Professor S.Parvathy MA M.Ed , PG Assistant Literature theory 1 month - Thankachi Diploma in Press Professor ELT Journalism

Department of Sociology Rekhasree K.R. MA Assistant Professor Gerontology 3 years 11. List of senior visiting faculty – Prof. Jaishree Vijayakumar (Former Head, Dept.of English, NSS College, Pandalam) Dr. C. Gopinathan Pillai, Former PVC, MG University Dr. Sreenarayana Kurup, Former Principal Prof. Cherukunnam Purushothaman Nair Dr. K.B. Anand, Head, Dept. of English, NSS College, Dhanuvachapuram Dr. V. Krishnakumar, Head, Dept. of English, MSM College, Kayamkulam Prof. P.K. Devan, Dept. of Sociology Dr. Subhash Chandran, Former Head, SN College, Kollam Dr. Kalyani Vallath, Vallath Institutions, Trivandrum 177

12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty – 20% lectures 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) – 1:40 (UG) and 1:15 (PG) 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled - NA 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. – PG, M.Phil, B.Ed, M.Ed, Ph.D Ph.D. - 2 M.Phil. - 4 PG - 11 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received - 3 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received - 3 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University - NA 19. Publications:  a) Publication per faculty - 15  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students - 5  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) - NA  Monographs  Chapter in Books  Books Edited  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers  Citation Index  SNIP  SJR  Impact factor  h-index 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated - NA

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21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. Prof. P. Harikrishna, Member of Senate, University of Kerala 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: 100% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: 0% 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students -Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department – Dr. Jayakrishnan, Former VC, University of Kerala Dr. J. Prabhash, PVC, University of Kerala Dr. C. Gopinathan Pillai, Former PVC, MG University Dr. Sreenarayana Kurup, Former Principal Prof. Jacob, Chairman, Board of Studies, University of Kerala Prof. Meena T. Pillai, Institute of English, University of Kerala Prof. Cherukunnam Purushothaman Nair Dr. V. Krishnakumar, Head, Dept. of English, MSM College, Kayamkulam Dr. Subhash Chandran, Former Head, SN College, Kollam Dr. Kalyani Vallath, Vallath Institutions, Trivandrum Major Ravi, Film Director Dr. Ajayakumar, Dept of Education 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National – Two Sponsored by UGC (A few regional seminars and workshops organised) b)International- Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise:

Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 2008-09 658 43 77.2 2009-10 710 40 79.3

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Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 2010-11 745 40 77.3 2011-12 804 40 76.2 2012-13 Centralized 42 78.6 27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad BA English 90 6 0 MA English 96 1 0

28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 15 qualified for NET 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 50% PG to M.Phil. 10% PG to Ph.D. 20% Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral - Employed 80%  Campus selection 10%  Other than campus recruitment Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 40% 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library – 793 books b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students - YES c) Class rooms with ICT facility – An Audio – Visual room d) Laboratories – Language Lab

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31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies - 42 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts  Lectures by eminent personalities  Coaching classes for competitive examinations  Workshops and Seminars conducted 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning – PPT, Role play, Literary Festivals, Movies, Internet 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities - 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans  Competent faculty  Good opportunity in job field after obtaining MA in English  Good language lab and audio-visual room Future plans  Lecture Series by eminent personalities to be continued  Library visits outside the University  Programmes to increase the communicative skills of the students  Coaching Classes for the students to tackle competitive examinations  Peer Teaching in all classes  An Audio-Visual Room  To be a Research Department  Extension Activities to be carried out

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U. G. DEPARTMENT OF HINDI 1. Name of the department : DEPARTMENT OF HINDI 2. Year of Establishment : 1961 3. Names of Programmes/Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) :UG(BA in Hindi) 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved - Open Course & Common Course (Additional Language) 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) Choice Based Semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments Students are participating in the open course offered by other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. – Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 3 3 Asst. Professors 2 2

10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years No. of Ph.D. of Experience Students guided for the last 4 years

Dr. B.Yamuna Devi MA, PhD Associate Novel 17 Nil Professor Dr. K.Lathakumari MA, B Ed Associate Novel, Story 17 Nil MPhil, PhD Professor Ushakumari.J.B MA, MPhil. Associate Poetry, Novel 17 Nil Professor Dr. Sheela.T. Nair MA, MPhil, Assistant Novel, Short 8 Nil Ph.D Professor Story, Drama Dr. Gayathry. N MA, B Ed.,PhD Assistant Poetry 9 Nil Professor

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11. List of senior visiting faculty – Prof. Sreekumari Pillai, Dr. Narayana Kurup , Prof. Uma , D.K. Panicker, Prof.K.D. Sudhakaran 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty- 20% 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) –40:1 Second Language 95:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled –Nil 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG – PG – 5 , Ph.D – 4 , M.Phil – 3 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received – 1 - Minor Research Project UGC Approved Minor Research project to Dr. Gayathry .N( File No. MRP(H)-386/12- 13/KLKA004/UGC-SWRO-KLKA004) dtd 29-March-2013 Title:- Contemporary Society As revealed in the Novels of Women writers- A comparative study of the selected Novels of contemporary Women writers in Hindi and Malayalam 16. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received –Nil 17. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University Nil 18. Publications:  Publication per faculty Dr. M.Samthamma (former H.O.D) published a book „Jayasankar Prasad Aur Mohan Rakesh Ke Natakom Mem Samvad „ * Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students Dr.Sheela.T.Nair published an article in Sangrathan (March 2011) – 1. „Jal, Toottha Hua Mem Chithrith Anchalikatha‟ 2. Urf Saim – Assiyothari Kahaniyom Ke Sandharbh Mein (Sangrathan 2011) 183

3. Soochana proudyogiki Aur Anuvad (2011) 4. Kahani Aaj ke Sandarbh mein (2011) Dr. Gayathry N. 1. Kavi Leeladhan Jagoodi 2. Samakaleen Kavitha Mein sthree 3. Computer ka Bhashik Anuprayog 4. Leeladhar Jagoody Kee Kavitha mein Samajik Yadhardhya our vidrahathnakatha 19. Areas of consultancy and income generated Dr. Sheela.T.Nair – 1. Supervision of MA Hindi Project work (Institute of Distance Education, TVM) without remuneration.

20. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. Dr.M.Santhamma was a member of Board of Studies, MG university (2007-2010) 21. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme 100 b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies Nil 22. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: Nil 23. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department Dr. Raveendranath (past pro Vice Chancellor, Gandhi University), Dr.Thankamani (former H.O.D, Kariavattom University Center, TVM) Dr. Uma (H.O.D, Kariavattom University Center, TVM) Dr. Mini George (Associate Professor, Catholicate College) 24. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National - Nil b)International – Nil One Day Seminars 2008-09 : Linguistics, Chief Guest - Dr.H.Parameswaran (former principal, University College TVM) 184

2009-10: Functional Hindi, Chief Guest – Dr.D.K.Panicker (Deputy Director of Official Language Department) 2010-11 : History of Hindi Literature, Chief Guest – Prof. Sreekumari Pillai (H.O.D, Department of Hindi, N.S.S College Changanassery) 2011-12 : Interdisciplinary Seminar (Sanskrit, Malayalam & Hindi) 1. Translation- Prof. Madhavan Pillai (former H.O.D, Hindi Department, N.S.S College Changanassery) 2. Prosody & Poetics- Dr. Prabhakaran Nair ( Professor, Sanskrit Department, N.S.S College Changanassery) 2012-13: 1. Hindi Language, Chief Guest – Dr.Sudhakaran (Asociate Professor, Dept of Hindi, Bishopmoore College, Mavelikkara) 2.Environmental Protection, Er N.K.Sukumaran Nair ( General Secretary, Pampa Parirakshan Samiti ) 2013-14: Dr. Rishi Sagar (Councelling) Visiting faculty, St. Thomas College, Alappuzha Dr. M. Santhamma Rtd. HOD, N.S.S. College, Pandalam 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 1st BA Hindi (2008-09) 111 20 95 1st BA Hindi (2009-10) 112 16 81 CBCSS I Degree 161 14 86.3 Program (2010-11) I Deg. Prgm ( 2011-12) 206 12 88.2 I Deg. Prgm ( 2012-13) Online 13 85 Admission 27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad BA Hindi 100 Nil Nil

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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? – Defence Services - Abhijith , Renjith, Vimal 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 60% PG to M.Phil. 10% PG to Ph.D. 10% Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed 20%  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment 10%

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 25% 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library Yes No. of books: 301 b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility Nil d) Laboratories NA 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies – 2008-09 : SC/ST - 3, KPCR – 6 2009-10 : SC/ST – 5, KPCR – 10 , UGC Fund - 1 2010-11 : SC/ST – Nil, KPCR – 8, UGC Fund - 4 2011-12 : SC/ST – 6 , KPCR – 19 2012-13 : SC/ST & OEC – 4, KPCR – 7 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts

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INVITED TALKS 2008-09: Official Language Hindi – Dr D.K.Panicker (Deputy Director, Official Lang. Department, Trivandrum.) 2009-10: Modern Poetry – Dr. Raveendranath (past pro Vice Chancellor, M.G University) 2011-12: 1. Hindi Language and Commitment – Dr. Narayana Kurup ( Associate Professor, N.S.S College Changanassery) 2. Women Dramatists – Dr. Mini George ( Associate Professor, Catholicate College PTA) 2012-13: 1. Modern Trends in Hindi Novels – Dr. Rajan David (Associate Professor, Christian College , Chengannur) 2. Short Story Writer : Vishnuprabhakar – Dr. Thomas (Associate Professor, Bishop Moor College Mavelikara) 2012-13: Seminar- Chief Guest: Dr. M. Santhamma Rtd. HOD, Department of Hindi, N.S.S. College, Pandalam SPECIAL LECTURES (H R D Cell) Sudhamalayalam – Sri. Jayakrishnan P.R (Asssistant Prof, Dept of Malayalam, N.S.S College Pandalam Astro physics – Dr.Padmakumar (Assistant Prof, Dept of Physics, N.S.S College Pandalam) Moral Values – Dr.Padmavathy (Associate Prof, Dept of History, N.S.S College Pandalam) Yoga - Prof. Balachandran ( Associate Prof, Dept of English, N.S.S College Pandalam) 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Peer Teaching, Remedial Teaching, Quiz Programs, Literary Competitions, Exams 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities NCC, NSS, WSU 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans  Competent faculty with 90% Ph.D. qualification  Adequate number of books in library  High pass percentage  Very low mark profile of students in the entry level  Future plan- to be a PG department

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1. Name of the department : DEPARTMENT OF MALAYALAM 2. Year of Establishment: :1950 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.): B.A, Malayalam 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Malayalam journalism 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) CBCSS (BA Malayalam) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments Sanskrit 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 4 4 Asst. Professors 2 2 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualifica Designation Specialization No. of Years of No. of Ph.D. Students tion Experience guided for the last 4 years Dr.B.Subhash Babu MA, Asso. Professor Drama 27 Nil M.Phil Ph.D Dr.G.Girijadevi MA,B.Ed Asso. Professor Performing Art 24 Nil , M.Phil Ph.D Dr. R.Rajesh MA B.Ed Asso. Professor Cultural Study 16 Nil Ph.D, and Local History NET

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Dr. B.Gopakumar MA, Asso. Professor Poetry 16 Nil Ph.D Dr.K.Mini MA, Assist Professor Folklore Study 4 Nil B.Ed, M.Phil, Ph.D C. Pradeep Kumar MA, Assist Professor Folklore Study 2 Nil Ph.D NET 11. List of senior visiting faculty: Dr P. Madhavan Pillai, Dr. poojappura Krishnan Nair, Dr. K.S. Ravikumar, Prof. Cherukkunnam purushothaman, Dr. Manoj Kuroor, Dr. C.R.Prasad, Prof. Puthusery Ramachandran, Prof. Madhu Eravankara, Dr T.A Sudhakarakurup, Dr, S. S Sreekumar 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty Nil 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 1:50 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled Nil 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. Ph.D - 6, M.Phil- 3 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received:  UGC minor project -Dr.G.Girijadevi(Women participation and non political movement in Kerala) Rs 1.20 lakhs  UGC major project – Ritualistic performances of Temples of Onattukara (Rs 648500) Principal investigator Dr. R. Rajesh. 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received :NA 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University :NA 19. Publications: 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated :Nil 21. Faculty as members in : a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. Dr.B.Gopakumar – Exam board member, Aligarh Muslim University Dr. C Pradeep Kumar - Question Paper setter, Calicut University

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22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme :100% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies :Nil 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students :Yes 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department:Yes 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National  Inter disciplinary seminar (Hindi-Malayalam-Sanskrit)on translation  National seminar green literature (Biodiversity Board)  Post –Modernism (National seminar) UGC 2008  Lecture series about poetry 2011  Cyber literature (Local Seminar) b)International: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 2008 305 35 86.3 2009 320 38 88.4 2010 332 40 94 2011 348 42 100 2012 online 44 100 2013 online 44 27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of students % of students from % of students Course from the same other States from abroad state BA Malayalam 100 0 0 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? : Nil

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29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 70 PG to M.Phil. 20 PG to Ph.D. 10 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral 5 Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment 25 Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library : Yes, 1000 books, 4 journal b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Yes c) Class rooms with ICT facility : Nil d) Laboratories :Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies 25% 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: Peer teaching, students seminar, Workshop. 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning  Peer teaching  Group discussion  Debates  Visit to places of historical importance of Malayalam language 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Participation in NSS of college 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans Future plan Upgrade the Department as a PG Department Applied for a National seminar

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U.G. DEPARTMENT OF SANSKRIT 1. Name of the department :DEPARTMENT OF SANSKRIT 2. Year of Establishment :1981 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) :UG Course only BA Sanskrit General with Sanskrit Complimentary Part II Additional language Sanskrit Part III Complimentary Sanskrit for BA Malayalam and Open Course Sanskrit 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Open Course Indian Literary Criticism History, Economics, Malayalam and Hindi Departments involved Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Biochemistry and Politics 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) :Semester System 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Students participating in the open courses offered by Malayalam, Hindi, Zoology, English and History, Biochemistry , Commerce 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 2 2 Asst. Professors 2 2 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specilization No. of Years No. of Ph.D. of Experience Students guided for the last 4 years Dr.S.Radhamony MA,M.Phil, Associate Sanskrit 29 Nil Amma PhD Professor Vedanta Asadevi G MA B Ed Associate Sanskrit 16 Nil M Phil Professor General Dr,Sandhya MA B Ed Assistant Sanskrit 1.5 year Nil B.Nair M Phil Ph D Professor General Dr. Jayalekshmi P MA B Ed Assistant Sanskrit 1.5Year Nil A Ph D Professor General

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11. List of senior visiting faculty: Dr.K.P.Kesavan Nampoothiri(Rtd Professor and Head, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam) Dr. M P Unnikrishnan(Rtd Professor, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam) J Sobhana Kumari(Rtd Professor and Head, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam) 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty : 20 percentage 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) : Core 9:1 Additional language 15:1 Complimentary for Malayalam 40:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled:Nil 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. Ph. D Holders : 3 M Phil Holders : 1 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received : Nil 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University : Nil 19. Publications: a) Publication per faculty  Jayalekshmi, P.A.2007. Spirituality and Vratas among the Hindus. Proc.XVI All India Conference of Fossils and National Seminar on Folklore.  Jayalekshmi, P.A.2008. Triads in Hinduism. Proc. The Forty Fourth Session of All India Oriental Conference, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra.  Jayalekshmi, P.A.2012. Bhavisya Purana. J.Sukritindra, Oriental Research Institute.  Jayalekshmi, P.A.2012. Nagas their origin and worship. Kiranavali, J. Sanskrit Research Foundation (in press).  Jayalekshmi, P.A.2012. Major Puranas-A general Study. Research Bulletin Visweswarananda Vedic Research Institute. Hoshiarpur, Punjab (in press).  Jayalekshmi, P.A.2012. Siva & Saivism. . J.Sukritindra, Oriental Research Institute (in press).  Dr. S. Radhamony Amma. 2011.‟the position of Women in Ancient India‟ U.G.C. Sponsored National Seminar on Women and cyber world:Imminent treats and innovations. Organized by women study unit.N.S.S. College. Pandalam  Dr. Sandhya B. Nair.2004.‟Concept of Dhvani in Indian poetics‟ 42nd Indian oriental Conference, Sampurnanand Sanskrit University. Varanasi  Dr. Sandhya B. Nair.2005.‟Tragic characters of Bharsa‟ National Seminar organized by Department of Sanskrit, University of Kerala. Kariavattom, Thiruvannathapuram

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 Dr. Sandhya B. Nair.2006.‟Prominent female characters in the Mahabharata‟ Journal of Sukritindra Oriental Research Institute. Kuthapady.Kochi. Kerala  Dr. Sandhya B. Nair.2011.‟Empowering womanhood Gandhari and Kunti‟. U.G.C. Sponsored National Seminar on Women and cyber world: Imminent treats and innovations. Organized by women study unit. N.S.S. College. Pandalam b) Paper presentation  Dr. Sandhya B. Nair.2005.‟Tragic characters of Bhasa‟. National Seminar organized by Department of Sanskrit, University of Kerala. Kariavattom, Thiruvannathapuram  Dr. Sandhya B. Nair.2012 „Dhvani The soul of Poetry‟ National seminar organized by department of Sanskrith University of Kerala, Karyavattom Thiruvananthapuram. 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Board Board of studies UG Chairman of B.A Degree University Exam. Dr. S. Radhamony Amma 22. Student projects : Yes a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: 35% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: Nil 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: One faculty awarded PhD Cash award for 1st Rank holder of BA Sanskrit, Two students received recognition in NSS activities and one student NCC activities, One student achieve prize in Fabric painting 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: Dr.K.P.Kesavan Nampoothiri(Rtd Professor and Head, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam) Dr. M P Unnikrishnan(Rtd Professor, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam) J Sobhana Kumari(Rtd Professor and Head, Dept. of Sanskrit NSS College Pandalam) 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National :Nil b)International:Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) I BA 2008 19 19 93 I BA 2009 18 18 100

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Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) I BA 2010 25 25 100 I BA 2011 21 21 92.8 I BA 2012 Centralized 24 100 I BA 2013 Centralized 25 27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad BA Degree 100 0 0 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? 2 student qualified NET 2012 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 60% PG to M.Phil. 20% PG to Ph.D. 10% Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Nil Employed  Campus selection Nil  Other than campus recruitment 50% working as teachers And 20%in govt services Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 15% 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library : Yes, Dept. Library with above 1000 books and 3 journals b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility :Nil d) Laboratories :Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies :  One student received Rastriya Sanskrit Sansthan Scholarship  UGC Scholarship received 4 students

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 KPCR received 50/150 students  Scholarship of Sree Sankaracharya University Received 3 students.  SC scholarships received 25 students.  Student support scheme received one student.  Fisherman scholarship for 3 students  DCES scholarship for 2 students  Plantation corporation -1  College level PTA scholarship for Rank holders-7  Department level cash award for Rank holders-6 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: 1. Special lectures by Dr. MP Unnikrishnan 2. Dr. K P Kesavan Nampoothiri 3. One day workshop on Informatics by Dr. MP Unnikrishnan. 4. Interdisciplinary seminar conducted by Sanskrit,Malayalam and Hindi lead by Dr. Prabhakaran 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning : By conducting test papers, question answer method, quiz competitions, assignments and group discussions. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities:  As an extension activity we conducted spoken Sanskrit classes for first BA students. An exhibition  „Angarika 2012‟ was conducted in connection with spoken Sanskrit class.  Prajnanam-2013 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans : The department and its core subject Sanskrit, being categorised under heritage language category, enrich its students under UG courses and thus exposed to diverse opportunities in the National level for higher studies and employment. Future plans Our department wishes to make the teaching-learning process more dynamic, effective and more enthusiastic. For this purpose we are proposing the following programs with the complete co-operation of the students. 1. To continue the spoken Sanskrit classes more effectively. 2. To conduct workshops on Sanskrit informatics on each semester. 3. To continue cash awards for university rank holders of 3rd BA. 4. To conduct Ramayana Parayana and quiz competitions every year. 5. The department wishes to collaborate with Mannam Ayurveda College Pandalam 6. To organize the exhibition „Samskrita vijnana pradarsini‟ in the next year also. 7. To visit cultural places like Kalady, Kodumon Sakthibhada cultural foundation etc. 8. Debates, group discussions, etc based on Science and Sanskrit.

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1. Name of the department : DEPARTMENT OF BIOCHEMISTRY 2. Year of Establishment :1995 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered : B.Sc – BIOCHEMISTRY 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved : Open Courses – LIFE STYLE DISEASES ( Students from Malayalam, English, Physics, Chemistry, Zoology, Botany, Mathematics, Political Science and Commerce departments) 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : B.Sc – BIOCHEMISTRY – Choice based credit and semester system. 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Students are participating in the open courses offered by all departments. 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. – NIL 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons – Not Applicable 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors NIL - Asst. Professors 2 2 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specilization No. of No. of Ph.D. Years of Students Experience guided for the last 4 years Dr.K.G. M.Sc ,Ph.D Asst. Atherosclerosis, 13 years 3 Padmakumaran Nair Professor Transfusion Medicine, Diabetes Dr. V. Chithra M.Sc, M.Phil, Asst. Colon Cancer - NIL Ph.D Professor

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11. List of senior visiting faculty – a. Prof. (Dr.) P.A. Kurup, Founder Head, Dept. of Biochemistry, University of Kerala / Director, MDRC, Trivandrum b. Prof. (Dr.) Venugopal. P. Menon, Former Dean & Head, Dept. of Biochemistry, Annamalai University, Chidambaram c. Prof. (Dr.) T. Rajamohan, Dept. of Biochemistry, University of Kerala d. Prof. (Dr.) M. Indira, Dept. of Biochemistry, University of Kerala e. Dr. G. Sreenivas, Scientist, SCTIMST, Trivandrum f. Dr. Robin. J. Thomson, Mannam Ayurveda Co-operative Medical College, Pandalam g. Dr. B. Prakash kumar, Associate Professor, School of Biosciences, M.G. University, Kottayam h. Dr. R. Harikumaran Nair, Assistant Professor, School of Bioscience, M.G University, Kottayam. i. Dr. P.T. Boban, Asst. professor in Biochemistry, Govt. College, Kariavattom, Trivandrum j. Dr. S. Sudheesh, Asst. Professor in Chemistry, Kannur University k. Dr. S. Mini, Associate Professor in Biochemistry, University of Kerala. 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty- 10% of the theory and practical classes were engaged by guest faculty during 2007-13. 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) – 30:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled- Lab Asst. – 1 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. – P.G + Ph.D = 1 P.G +M.Phil+Ph.D = 1 M.Sc (Guest Faculty) = 1 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received (a) National Funding agency

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Dr. K.G. Padmakumaran Nair – UGC funded project ; Rs. 195000/- (Title – A study on the effect of diet and lifestyle on the incidence of coronary artery disease in moderately drinking Ex military men in Pathanamthitta Dist.) Dr. Chithra. V – Undertaken a 3 year KSCSTE project as principal investigator in Jan‟2010 and has successfully completed in Jan‟2013 (At Pushpagiri Institute of Medical Sciences) (b) International funding agency – NIL 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received – NIL 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University – Dr. K.G. Padmakumaran Nair, HoD of the department is an approved research guide of M.S University, Tirunelveli (Biochemistry) and M.G University, Kottayam (Environmental Science). Three scholars are doing research for Ph.D under his guidance. 19. Publications: a) Publication per faculty (2007-2013) Dr.K.G. Padmakumaran Nair – 2 (International) / Published - 1 , Accepted - 1

 Mayalekshmi. P, K.G. Padmakumaran Nair & Santhi. G; “Biochemical composition of two endemic freshwater fish species of southern kerala”, Journal of Ecobiology, Vol 29 (1) ; 59-64, 2011  A. Bijukumar G.R Deepthi, & K.G. Padmakumaran Nair; Proximate Composition of fish in the trawl by catch and discards of Kerala, South- West coast of India;Journal of Aquatic Biology and Fisheries, vol.1 (1x2) 2012; ISSN2321-340x Dr. V. Chithra – 4 (Communicated)  A Supriya Simon, Chithra V, Anoop Vijayan, D Dinesh Roy and T Vijayakumar Altered DNA Repair, Oxidative Stress and Antioxidant Status in Coronary Artery Disease. Journal of Biosciences. Accepted for the June 2013 issue (online published available at http://www.springerlink.com/openurl.asp?genre=article&id=doi:10.1007/s12038-013- 9313-z ).  Supriya Simon A, Anoop Vijayan, Chithra V and T Vijayakumar. Evaluation of oxidative stress and antioxidant status in coronary artery disease patients with smoking and/or alcoholism Pushpagiri. Medical Journal ISSN 0976 - 402x 2011; 3(1): 25-28.

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 Anoop Vijayan, Supriya Simon.A ,Chithra .V . A correlative study to evaluate the association of risk factors of coronary artery disease with its severity , Pushpagiri. Medical Journal ISSN 0976 - 402x . (under communication)  Chithra V., Anoop Vijayan, Supriya Simon A. The effects of physical habits on the lipid peroxidation levels and their association with severity of coronary artery disease. Indian J Medical Research (under communication) Poster Presentations:  Supriya Simon A, Chithra V, Dinesh Roy D, and T Vijayakumar. „Oxidative stress and altered DNA repair efficiency in coronary artery disease‟. International conference on Genomics and Proteomics. July 2011.  Chithra V, A Supriya Simon Anoop Vijayan, A Supriya Simon The rate of lipid peroxidation with severity of CAD in coronary artery disease patients. 24th Kerala Science Congress 2012  A Supriya Simon, Chithra V, Anoop Vijayan, D Dinesh Roy Altered DNA Repair, Oxidative Stress and Antioxidant Status in Coronary Artery Disease. 24th Kerala Science Congress 2012.  Anoop Vijayan , Chithra V A Supriya Simon, Chithra V . A correlative study to evaluate the association of established risk factors of coronary artery disease on its severity.24th Kerala Science Congress 2012. Paper presentations:  Free radicals – A General approach . CME Programme June‟2007 at Pushpagiri Institure of Medical sciences and Research Centre.  Alcohol Metabolism. CME Programme Jan‟2010 at Pushpagiri Institure of Medical sciences and Research Centre. (b) Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) – NIL 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated – Dr. K.G. Padmakumaran Nair – Free consultancy given to the Biochemistry laboratory of Mannam Ayurveda Co operative Medical College, Pandalam for the installation of certain laboratory equipments.

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Dr. Chithra. V - Actively involved in the administration and supervision of clinical laboratory of Pushpagiri medical college including purchase of instruments and staff selection 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. Dr. K.G. padmakumaran Nair – Member, Board of Studies in Biochemistry, University of Kerala – Chairman of the Ethics committee at Mannam Ayurveda Medical College, Pandalam Dr. Chithra. V - Member of Editorial Board of Pushpagiri medical journal - Member of Institutional ethics committe of Pushpagiri medical college 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme - 100 b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies – NIL

23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students – Chithra Pillai, a student of the department of biochemistry was participated in Republic day parade at Delhi in 2010 and she was also selected for the Youth Exchange Programme held in Bengaladesh. 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department 1. Prof. (Dr.) P.A. Kurup, Founder Head, Dept. of Biochemistry, University of Kerala / Director, MDRC, Trivandrum 2. Prof. (Dr.) Venugopal. P. Menon, Former Dean & Head, Dept. of Biochemistry, Annamalai University, Chidambaram 3. Prof. (Dr.) T. Rajamohan, Dept. of Biochemistry, University of Kerala 4. Prof. (Dr.) M. Indira, Dept. of Biochemistry, University of Kerala 5. Dr. G. Sreenivas, Scientist, SCTIMST, Trivandrum 6. Dr. Robin. J. Thomson, Mannam Ayurveda Co-operative Medical College, Pandalam 7. Dr. B. Prakash kumar, Associate Professor, School of Biosciences, M.G. University, Kottayam 201

8. Dr. R. Harikumaran Nair, Assistant Professor, School of Bioscience, M.G University, Kottayam. 9. Dr. P.T. Boban, Asst. professor in Biochemistry, Govt. College, Kariavattom, Trivandrum 10. Dr. S. Sudheesh, Asst. Professor in Chemistry, Kannur University 11. Dr. S. Mini, Associate Professor in Biochemistry, University of Kerala. 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National - NIL b)International - NIL c ) State level “NEW RISK F ACTORS OF CORONARY ARTERY DISEASE”- UGC – Rs. 65000/- (16th & 17th FEB 2012) 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 2007-08 267 18 94.12 2008-09 300 16 100 2009-10 346 18 100 2010-11 327 19 89 2011-12 362 16 90 2012-13 Centralized 23 94.44

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Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad B.Sc 100 NIL NIL Biochemistry

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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. UGC –CSIR JRF – 2 NET - 1 INSPIRE FELLOWSHIP - 5 GATE - 1 29. Student progression (from 2008 – 2012) Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 66.66 PG to M.Phil. 19.51 PG to Ph.D. 19.51 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed 30. Campus selection 31. Other than campus recruitment 19.64

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 8.00

30. Details of Infrastructural facilities (a) Library Text Books – 344 Nos. (b) Journals – Current Science, Resonance, Journal of Biosciences, Advanced Biotech, Down to Earth c) Internet facilities for Staff & Students – Common computer lab of College d) Class rooms with ICT facility - NIL e) Laboratories- Well equiped laboratory with all instruments required for a UG course in Biochemistry 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies Inspire Scholarship (Govt. of India) - 1 Scholarship from UGC fund – 4

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KPCR (Kerala Govt.) - 39 SC/ST Scholarship (Kerala Govt.) - 22 Student Support Scheme of College - 1 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts - conducted special lecture on bioinformatics on 30 March 2012 - few students attended a work shop on “Techniques in Biochemistry” organized by M.A College, Kothamangalam. - Conducted an invited talk on bioinformatics by Smt. Navya Raj, an alumna of the Department of Biochemistry on 13 March 2013

33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning - Power point presentation of animations of special topics - Peer teaching classes - Student seminar and its evaluation.

34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities - Students and teachers participated in all the college level social activities.

Extension activity - Distribution of pamphlets and brochures published by Dept. of Health and Family welfare to the public by the students of the Dept.

35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans The faculty of the department are highly qualified persons with doctoral degrees and actively participated in research activities. The department has an ongoing UGC funded research project and one of the faculty member is an approved research guide of two reputed universities. Three scholars are working for Ph. D under the guidance of the Dr. K.G. Padmakumaran Nair, Head of the Dept. of Biochemistry. The department has a well equipped laboratory with all facilities required for a UG department. The department has produced commendable results in the University exams with three first ranks, three second ranks and three third ranks during 2007-12.

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Biochemistry is the study and application of substances, reactions and processes in animals, plants, bacteria and viruses. Biochemists work in hospitals, industry, drug design and development, environmental sciences, forestry, agriculture, dietetics, hormone production, vaccine research, virology, immunology, microbiology, toxicology, food science, plant science and associated areas, and in areas from marine biology to entomology not just to carry out R&D work and develop new products but also to monitor the production, quality and safety of the product. Biochemists provide diagnostic service, carrying out tests on blood, urine and other body fluids, while researching the underlying causes of disease and methods of treatment. They find jobs in pharmaceutical and agrochemical companies, food brewing and biotechnology industry. The doctoral degree in Biochemistry also provides opportunity for advanced teaching in universities, colleges, medical, dental and veterinary colleges, and consulting or allied work. Many alumni of the department of biochemistry are working in the colleges, universities , research institutes and pharmaceutical companies in India and abroad.

We have some weakness and facing some challenges too. About 90% of the students are from rural backgrounds. Most of them are members of middle class or poor families. We have to do hard work for bringing them to the main stream when compared to the students of the colleges situated in urban areas. A major challenge is that there are little teaching posts in schools and the students have to compete with basic science subjects such as Chemistry, Zoology, Botany etc.

Future plans - Conduct national level seminars / workshops with the financial aid of UGC - Improve the infrastructure of the dept. (The faculty will try to get major research projects from UGC and other agencies) - We will try to start an M.Sc. course in Biochemistry.

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P.G. DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY

1. Name of the department : P.G. DEPARTMENT OF BOTANY 2. Year of Establishment : 1955 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) : U. G. and P.G. in Botany 4. Names of Interdisciplinary Courses and the departments/units involved: Value- added course in Gardening and horticulture practice and Open course Horticulture for U.G. students from other faculties 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : Semester for P.G. and Choice based credit system for U.G. 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: UG and P.G students of this department are undergoing the different value- added courses As the part of the curriculum U.G students are undergoing different Open courses offered by other faculties 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, Industries, foreign institutions, etc. : Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled

Professors Associate Professors Eight Six Asst. Professors Nil Two 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of No. of Years of Ph.D. Experie Students nce guided for the last 4 years Dr. M. Jayasree M. Sc, Ph.D Principal Phytochemistry 32 2

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V. Remadevi M.Sc, M.Phil Associate Plant 29 Nil B.Ed Professor Physiology K. Remadevi M.Sc, M.Phil Associate Cytology 26 Nil Professor S. Jayadev M.Sc. Assistant Phycology 26 Nil Professor Dr. Venugopal.S M.Sc, M.Phil, Associate Mycology & 18 Nil Ph.D Professor Plant Pathology Dr.Presenna Kumar.G M.Sc, Ph.D Associate 16 Nil Professor Biochemistry Dr. Sandhya. P M.Sc, M.Phil, Assistant Biotechnology 3 Nil Ph.D. Professor

15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. Ph.D - 4 M.Phil - 4 M.Sc - 1 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received. : UGC sponsored minor project sanctioned -Total out lay - Rs 110000/- P. I. - Dr.Venugopal.S 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received : UGC sponsored minor project sanctioned Total out lay - Rs 110000/- P. I. - Dr.Venugopal.S 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University : Nil 19. Publications:  a) Publication per faculty : 19  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international)

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by faculty and students: 12  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.) 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Prof.K.Remadevi working as Resource person and giving training to Floriculture on voluntary basis, Prof.V Remadevi and Prof. R. Jayasree working as Resource persons and giving training to Identification of medicinal plants on voluntary basis,

21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards Dr. Venugopal .S is a member of editorial board in Life Science Leaf let ISSN 0976 – 1098(ONLINE) ISSN 2277 - 4297(Print) An International Journal Published from India. Prof. S. Jayadev is a member of Board of Studies, Environmental Science, University of Kerala . Dr. G. Presanna Kumar is a member of Board of Studies, Biotechnology, University of Kerala and a member of Board of Studies Plant Science, University of Calicut 22. Student projects : a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme : 100 b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies : Nil 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students : Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department : Nil 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National b)International 1) National Science Day Celebrations 2010. Focal theme “Gender Equity for Prosperity with Peace” Funded by KSCTE, Govt of Kerala 2) We organized Two days State level Seminar on “Beneficial Microbes of Different Agroclimatic Zones on November 23 and 24 2011 Funded by UGC

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26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) B,Sc Botany 2008 365 34 85 2009 380 36 74 2010 400 34 74 2011 550 32 86 2012 Online 32

M.Sc Botany 2008 84 14 80 2009 Online 13 85 2010 ,, 13 67 2011 ,, 13 100 2012 ,, 13 82

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad B.Sc Botany 100% Nil Nil M.Sc Botany 100% Nil Nil 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc? : Data is not available 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 30 PG to M.Phil. 20 PG to Ph.D. 10 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral Employed 20  Campus selection  Other than campus recruitment

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library : 1153 books

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b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Nil c) Class rooms with ICT facility : Nil d) Laboratories: B.Sc-2 , M.Sc-2 and Biotechnology Lab-1 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 1. Every year Toppers of University Exam are receiving Scholarship from PTA 2. UGC scholarship for UG and PG students( Total 2) 3. Financial aid is giving to students securing highest marks in UG and PG by Prof. V Remadevi 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: 1. National Science Day Celebrations 2010. Focal theme “Gender Equity for Prosperity with Peace” Funded by KSCTE, Govt of Kerala on 8-2-2010 and 10-2-2010 2. Science exhibition held by the department of Botany on 14- 2- 2011 3. Invited talk on “ Biodiversity conservation by Dr. Paramewara Kurup on 6-8- 2010 4. Seminar on “ Rubber cultivation by K.K Ramachandran Pillai , Adviser, Meenachal Rubber marketing and Processing Cooperative Society , Pala on 19-9- 2008

5. We organized Two days State level Seminar on “Beneficial Microbes of Different Agroclimatic Zones on November 23 and 24 2011 Funded by UGC 6. Inter-disciplinary Seminar on Biodiversity and Environmental issues by Dr G. Presanna Kumar, Associate Professor M.G College,Thiruvanthapuram and Mr. Sukumaran Nair, Convener Pampa Parirakshana Samithi on 24- 03 -2012 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning 1. Seminars , Assignments , group discussion are given to students 2. Visual aids like charts, OHP, Models, Permanent slides , L C D Projector were used in class room 3. Special coaching classes to weak students during zero hours 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Nil 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans The department is a PG department with all the necessary equipments for conducting laboratory experiments. Biotechnology lab is well equipped. All teachers are permanent and adequately competent and well qualified. Research projects are running in the department so that the facilities can be utilized for M.Sc. students. The students after completing the course are getting opportunities in research in the field of biotechnology, bioinformatics, taxonomy and applied botany field. It is not a research department, which is the major drawback.

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P.G. DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY

1. Name of the department : PG DEPARTMENT OF CHEMISTRY 2. Year of Establishment :1950 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) UG – CHEMISTRY PG - CHEMISTRY 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved Nil 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) BSc –CBCSS M Sc - Semester 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments Bsc Physics, Bsc Biochemistry, Bsc Zoology, Bsc Botany 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons M. Phil, awaiting the decision of the university 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 5 6 Asst. Professors 5 2 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of No. of Ph.D. Years of Students Experience guided for the last 4 years Dr.N. Subhadrambika M.Sc,M.Phil, Asso.Professor Physical chemistry 31 Nil Ph.D. K.S.Usha Devi M.Sc,M.Phil. Asso.Professor Pure chemistry and 27 Nil composite chemistry

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B. Harikumar M.Sc,M.Phil. Asso.Professor Inorganic 30 Nil

Dr. B Ramesh Kumar M.Sc, Ph.D. Asso.Professor Organic 23 Nil

Dr. Shyama Nair M.Sc, Ph.D. Asso.Professor Environmental 19 Nil chemistry Dr. P.K. Sreekumar M.Sc,M.Phil, Asso.Professor Pure chemistry 17 Nil Ph.D. Dr. S.Sreelatha M.Sc, Ph.D. Asst.Professor Analytical 16 Nil chemistry Dr. Renjusha.S M.Sc, B.Ed Asst. Professor Pure Chemistry 4 Nil M. Phil,Ph.D.

11. List of senior visiting faculty Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty 10% 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) 38:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled Filled -4 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. Ph.D –6 M.Phil - 4 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received National-1

17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received Major – 2,90,000/- Minor - 3,75000/- Department is a DST-FIST sponsored department. The first phase is allotted with an amount of total outlay Rs.45,40,000/- and completed. IInd Phase Completed and report submitted 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Research facilities and research labs are available in the department, but it is not a recognized research centre of the university.

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19. Publications: INTERNATIONAL

Title of the paper Authors Title of the journal Volume, Page No. Issue and year Synthesis, N. Subhadrambika Arabian. J. Chem Accepted spectroscopic investigation, thermal studies and antimicrobial activities of some transitin metal complexes of a[(2- hydroxy acetophenone)-3- csatin] –bishydrazone Synthesis, Santhi S. J. 2012 48-52 spectroscopic Soudic.Chem.Soc characterization, solid state dc electrical conductivity and biological studies of some lanthanide (III) chloride complexes with a heterocyclic Schiff base ligand NATIONAL

Title of the paper Authors Title of the journal Volume, Issue Page No. and year Synthesis, spectral N. J. Indian Chem. 89, 2012 761-770 characterization , Subhadrambika Soc. thermal decomposition and antimicrobial studies of manganese (III), iron (III) and cobalt (III) complexes with Schiff base derived from thiophene – 2- carboxaldehyde and 2- amino benzoic acid

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Synthesis, S. Santhi Orient.J. Chem 27 (3) 2011 1203-1208 characterization and spectral studies of Fe (III) and Cr (III) Schiff base complexes with acetoacetanilide diamine Synthesis, S. Santhi, B. Asian.J. Chem 24 (3) 2012 1003-1006 characterization and Harikumar spectral studies of Fe (III) and Cr (III) Schiff base complexes with acetoacetanilide diamine Ethnobotanical survey B. Ramesh Indian. J. 9 (1) 2010 100-104 of the plants used in Kumar traditional the treatment of knowledge diabetics

P4 Pyrones from B. Ramesh Indian.J . Chem 49 B 2010 112-114 Gothalamus wightii, Kumar Hook.f. and Thomas. Annonaceae Molecular and crystal B. Ramesh Indian.J . Chem 50 B 2011 1786-1793 structure of 8- Kumar acetoxygonitifurane from Goriothalamus Wynaadeugus - Bedd Ground water quality Shyama Nair Int. J. Chem. Sci 8 (4) 2010 of coastal areas in Alappuzha district of Kerala Ecofriendly indicators Shyama Nair Res.J. Pharm.Tox 2011 from the leaf extract of alternanthara Dentala Synthesis, P K Sreekumar Int. J. Chem.Sci 8 (4) 2010 2549-2556 characterization and cytotoxicity studies of some Schiff base transition metal complexes

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Synthesis, P K Sreekumar Int. J. Pharmacy 3 (1) 2011 characterization and and antibacterial Pharmaceutical evaluation of 2 (5,4) Sci. furanone derivatives from highly functionalized mucobromic acid Structural and spectral S. Renjusha Polyhedron 27, 2008 3294 studies on manganese (III) complexes and di- 2-pyridyl ketone N(4) – methyl and N(4) ethyl thio semicarbazone Isolation, U. Rajalakshmi, Science Chronicle 1(1) 2012 78-82 characterization and B. Harikumar quality studies of and P K curcumin content in Sreekumar various turmeric samples Comparison of Chaithanya, P K Science Chronicle 1(1) 2012 83-89 capsaicin content and Sreekumar and color value of different B Harikumar chilly samples Analysis of the S. Science Chronicle 1(1) 2012 90-93 properties of various Deepalekshmi, turmeric samples and P K Sreekumar their antibacterial and B studies Harikumar Comparison of Remyabhai, B. Science Chronicle 1(1) 2012 94-100 capsaicin content and Harikumar and anti bacterial P K Sreekumar evaluation of different chilly samples Swelling and L. Arathi and K. Science Chronicle 1(1) 2012 101-107 determination of S. Ushadevi molecular parameters of hydrogels of NR/PEO block copolymers

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20. Areas of consultancy and income generated the department is doing consultancy in 7 major areas free of cost 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards Dr. D. Gopimohan is a syndicate member of Sanskrit University, Kalady. Prof. B. Harikumar is a senate member of University of Kerala. Dr. P.K. Sreekumar is a member of editorial board, Journal of Science chronicle. 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme 85% in house b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies 15% 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students DST Scholarship for two B Sc Students 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department Dr. P.K. Viswanathan, Dr. Santhosh Kumar, Dr. Jalal U, Dr. Sabu Thomas 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National - UGC b)International- Nil

26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage

2008-09 412 33 78 2009-10 503 36 84 2010-11 607 34 89 2011-12 654 36 92 2012-13 Centralized 44 89

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27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad 2008-09 100 0 0 2009-10 100 0 0 2010-11 100 0 0 2011-12 100 0 0 2012-13 100 0 0

28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? NET-2 NET with JRF- 1

29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 70 PG to M.Phil. 20 PG to Ph.D. 20 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral 5 Employed  Campus selection 5  Other than campus recruitment 20

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 30

30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library - Reference books more than 100 b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Yes c) Class rooms with ICT facility : Nil d) Laboratories : 5 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies Students are getting financial assistance from SC/ST Development forum(8%), KPCR(35%) and other agencies(10%). DST Scholarship for two B Sc Student. 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with

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external experts Special lecture programmes conducted for B.Sc. and M.Sc. students in the field of pure and applied chemistry. A total of 5 such programmes and a national seminar conducted. 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning  ICT enabled teaching methods  Lab oriented skill development practical methods  Debates  General discussions and group discussions  Peer Teaching 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Students and teachers conducted soil, water and quality of rubber analysis as extension programme of the department for general public. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans  High Pass Percentage  Representations in syndicate/senate  Qualified teachers  Best Lab and instrument facilities Future plan- To be a research department

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U.G. DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS

1. Name of the department : DEPARTMENT OF MATHEMATICS 2. Year of Establishment : 1952 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) : B.Sc. Mathematics 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Nil 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) B.Sc. Mathematics (Choice based credit and Semester system) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: students are participating in open courses offered by other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled

Professors 0 0

Associate Professors 4 4

Asst. Professors 0 0

10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Speciali No. of No. of Ph.D. zation Years of Students guided Experience for the last 4 years V.Reghu kumar M.sc,M.Phil Asso. Professor - 32 Nil N.P.Thankamani M.Sc, B.Ed Asso. Professor - 32 Nil M.Phil T.S.Girijadevi M.Sc Asso. Professor - 27 Nil P.Vijayasree M.Sc Asso. Professor - 26 Nil Amma

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19. Publications: : Nil 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. : Nil 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme 100% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies : Nil 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students :Nil 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department :Nil 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National :Nil b)International :Nil

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26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 2008-09 453 40 97.6 2009-10 502 37 98 2010-11 574 37 98 2011-12 612 37 98.6 2012-13 Centralized 38 97.4 27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad B.Sc. 100 NA NA

28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? :Nil 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 70 PG to M.Phil. 30 PG to Ph.D. 20 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral 5 Employed  Campus selection 30  Other than campus recruitment 50

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 20 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library : Centralized (General) b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students :Nil

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c) Class rooms with ICT facility :Nil d) Laboratories :Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies Year Name of Student class Amount Funding agency 2007-08 Dhanya Raj III B.Sc Maths Rs 1500/- Department (I Rank) of Maths

Dhanya Raj III B.Sc Maths Rs 1000/- PTA PTA Sajitha .S III B.Sc Maths Rs 500/- PTA Mathew Raju III B.Sc Maths Rs 500/- 2008-09 Shahana sulthan Top scorer – 2000 Dept Bsc 500 PTA Mathematics April2008 2009-10 Sumi.s Top Scorer 500 Dept April 2009 PTA Aswathy kurup Student‟s 500 PTA support scheme Athira Madhu Student‟s 500 PTA support scheme Simi Student‟s 2000 PTA Thulaseedharan support scheme Sruthy V.S Resmi .S Akhil.S Student‟s 500 PTA support scheme

32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts 10 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning  Peer teaching  Group discussion  Debate 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities NA 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans  High pass percentage  Adequate and competent well qualified permanent faculty Future plan  To be a PG department  To conduct mathematics extension programmes in schools

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P.G. DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS

1. Name of the department : PG DEPARTMENT OF PHYSICS 2. Year of Establishment : 1955 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) :B.Sc Physics and M.Sc Physics 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Open course - Astronomy and Astrophysics; Vth semester students of all other departments 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : Both B.Sc and and M.Sc – Semester, choice based credit system 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: All the students of Vth semester B.Sc are enrolled for open courses offered by other departments based on their choice. 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. :Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reason: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 6 6 Asst. Professors 3 3

10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of years No. of Ph.D. of students Experience guided

S. Jalaja Bhai M.Sc, M.Phil Associate Quantum 32 - Professor Mechanics C.B.Vijayalekshmi M.Sc, M.Phil Associate Non linear 31 - Amma Professor optics K.Suresh M.Sc, B.Ed Associate Electronics 27 Kumar Professor

K.R.Jayakumar M.Sc Associate Electronics 26 -

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S.V.Hareendra Kumar M.Sc, B.Ed Associate Optics 23 -

Professor Dr. S. Saravana Kumar M.Sc, M.Phil, Assistant Nanoscience 5 - PhD Professor Dr. S. Vijayakumar M.Sc, PhD Assistant Non linear 1 - Professor optics Dr. S. Rajesh M.Sc, PhD Assistant Non linear 1 - Professor optics

11. List of senior visiting faculty : Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty: Lectures delivered :20% Practical classes handled : 20% 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): M.Sc: 15 : 1 B.Sc: 30 : 1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled Sanctioned:4 and Filled :3 (Technical) 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. Ph.D. – 3 M.Phil. – 2 PG- 4 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Dr. S. Saravana Kumar, Co-PI, DRDO funded project “Nanostructured Thin Films of Composites Synthesized by Spray Coating Technique for Corrosion and Wear Resistance Applications”. 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Nil 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: Nil

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19. Publications: Department of Physics Dr. S. Saravana Kumar Title of the paper Title of the journal Volume, Page Impact Issue and No. factor year Photoluminescence and Nuclear 251 441- 1.211 Raman studies of ZnS Instruments and (2006) 445 nanoparticles implanted Methods in with Cu+ ions Physics Research Section B: Beam Interactions with Materials and Atoms Effect of N+ ion Nuclear 254 131- 1.211 implantation on the Instruments and (2007) 138 optical properties of Methods in nanostructured CdS thin Physics Research film prepared by CBD Section B: Beam technique Interactions with Materials and Atoms Resonance Raman Study Journal of Raman 39 (2008) 1900- 3.087 of He+ Ion Implanted Spectroscopy 1906 Nanostructured ZnS Modification of Physica B: 405 2715- 1.063 spectroscopic properties Condensed Matter (2010) 2719 of nanostructured CdS thin films by Cu+ion implantation Analysis of effect of Journal of 131 786– 2.102 annealing on the Luminescence (2011) 789 photoluminescence spectra of Cu+ ion implanted ZnS nanoparticles Study on vacancy related Journal of Nano 18 – 19 53-61 0.631 defects of CdS Research (2012) nanoparticles by heat treatment

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Dr. S. Vijayakumar Title of the paper Title of the Volume, Page Impac journal Issue and No. t year factor 3 measurements and optical limiting Optical 31,11, 1564 2.023 studies of 2-chloro-5-nitro-N‟-[(1E)- Materials (2009) - phenylmethylidene] benzohydrazide with 1569 substituents Third-order nonlinear optical properties in Journal of 57, 8, 670- 1.170 4-[(E)-(2- Modern Optics (2010) 676 phenylhydrazinylidene)methyl]tetrazolo[1, 5-a]quinoline doped PMMA thin film using Z-scan technique Study of Third-Order Optical Journal of 119 (2010) 595- 1.289 Nonlinearities of Substituted Hydrazones Applied 601 in PMMA Polymer Science Third-order nonlinear optical response of Journal of 123 21- 0.511 newly synthesized acceptor/donor Optik- (2010) 25 substituted propylidene aryloxy acet International hydrazide Journal of light and optics Multiphoton absorption process and self- Journal of 11 (2011) 1089 1.2 focusing effect in coumarin derivative Current - doped PMMA films by z-scan and optical Applied 1093 limiting studies Physics Preparation and study of nonlinear optical Journal of 4 (2011) 193- 1.573 response of Ag and Au nano particles optics 197 doped PVA/PVP thin films Degenerate Four wave Mixing Studies and Optics: 1391(2011 689- Ultrafast Optical Kerr effect measurements Phenomina, ) 690 of third-order nonlinear optical response in Materials and a charge transfer organic material Characterizatio n AIP conf. Proc. Third-order nonlinear optical study on Optics: 1391(2011 709- Coumarin derivative at 1064 nm Phenomina, ) 711 wavelength excitation using Z-scan Materials and technique Characterizatio n AIP conf. Proc.

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Title of the paper Title of the Volume, Page No. Impact journal Issue and factor year Suppression of chaos in a Phys. Lett. A 319 (2003) 340 1.632 directly modulated semiconductor laser with delayed optoelectronic feedback Control of bistability in a Physica D 213 (2006) 113 1.594 directly modulated semiconductor laser using delayed optoelectronic feedback, Synchronization in Phys. Rev. E 75 (2007 ) 011906 2.255 coupled cells with activator-inhibitor pathways Measuring Collective J. Biosci 33 (2008) 289 1.648 Behaviour of Multi- Cellular Ensembles: Role of Space-Time Scales Synchronization and Phys. Lett. A 373 (2008) 96 1.632 control of chaos in coupled chaotic multimode Nd:YAG lasers Hopf Bifurcation in Chaos, Solitons 42 (2009) 515 1.222 parallel polarized Nd: and Fractals YAG laser

20. Areas of consultancy and income generated Free consultancy  Dr. S. Saravana Kumar guided Miss. Sreedevi R Mohan, M.Sc student, Department of Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Viya Peetham, Amritapuri campus for her final year project  Dr. S. Saravana Kumar was a co-guide to Miss. Arya Gopal, M.Sc student, Department of Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Viya Peetham, Amritapuri campus for her final year project

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21. Faculty as members in  Dr. S. Saravana Kumar, Assistant Professor is one of the editors of the international, interdisciplinary journal “Science Chronicle” published by NSS College Pandalam  Dr. S. Vijayakumar, Assistant Professor, is a reviewer of the “International journal of Modern optics” (Taylor and Francis) 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme 80% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies 20% 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students  Dr. S. Saravana Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics received Young Scientist Award in the field of Physical Sciences for the year 2008 from Kerala State Council for Science, Technology and Environment, Government of Kerala  Dr. S. Saravana Kumar, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics worked as Project Associate at Particle Irradiation Facility Section, Materials Science Division, Indira Gandhi Centre for Atomic Research, Kalpakkam during 2005-2007  Dr. S. Rajesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics completed his post doctoral fellowship at Centre for cellular and Molecular Biology [CCMB] during 2005-2007.  Dr. S. Rajesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics completed his post doctoral fellowship under UK- India Educational and Research Initiative at City University, London, UK during 2007-2008  Dr. S. Rajesh, Assistant Professor, Department of Physics got visiting fellowship at National centre for Biological science, TIFR, Bangalore during 2011.  Miss. Anila.S., II M.Sc Physics, qualified National Eligibility Test (NET) for lectureship conducted by CSIR and UGC on June 2011  Miss, Lakshmi. S. Nair, former M.SC student, Department of Physics qualified National Eligibility Test (NET) for lectureship conducted by CSIR and UGC on June 2011  Miss. Meenu Venugopal, II M.Sc Physics got first prize in the college level project presentation conducted by Research Cell, NSS College, Pandalam in the science stream.

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 Miss. Athira Vijaya Kumar, II .B.Sc Physics, got a scholarship worth 2.4 lakhs under “Innovation in Science Pursuit for Inspired Research (INSPIRE)” by Department of Science and Technology, Government of India.  Miss. J. Anithalekshmi, II M.Sc Physics got second prize in the college level General Seminar competition conducted by Research Cell, NSS College, Pandalam in the science stream.  Mr. R. Pradeep, II B.Sc Physics was selected to attend Republic Day camp at NewDelhi  Mr. R. Pradeep, II B.Sc Physics was selected in National Youth Exchange Program by Govt. of India and visited Singapore. 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department  Dr. N. V. Unnikrishnan, Head, Department of Physics, MG University, Kottayam.  Dr. Indulekha, Associate Professor, School of Theoretical and Applied Physics, MG University.  Dr. M. Sivakumar, Associate Professor, Department of Sciences, Amrita Vishwa Vidya Peetham, Ettimadai, Coimbatore.  Dr. V. M. Anandakumar, Associate Professor, Department of Physics, MG College, Thiruvananthapuram. 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding An interdisciplinary seminar funded by UGC for under graduate students was jointly organized by the departments of Physics and Mathematics on 21st March 2012. 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) UG 475 43 88 2008-09 2009-10 534 42 81 2010-11 589 42 85

2011-12 603 40 95 2012-13 Centralized 45 64

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Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) Physics(PG) 210 10 100 2008-09

2009-10 Centralized 10 100 2010-11 Centralized 10 100 2011-12 Centralized 10 100 2012-13 Centralized 10 100

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad B.Sc 100 - - M.Sc 100 - -

28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? Two students qualified NET examination 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 80 PG to M.Phil. 15 PG to Ph.D. 25 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral 1 Employed 10  Campus selection  Other than campus recruitment 70 Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 20

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30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library The department maintains a reference library with more than 600 books. The library is open on all working days and books are being issued to PG students and faculty on almost all days. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students Five computers with internet facility are provided for PG and UG students. c) Class rooms with ICT facility One room is exclusively used as IT enabled teaching room. However, all classrooms in the department can be used for ICT enabled teaching. d) Laboratories The department has separate labs for B.Sc and M.Sc classes. The PG laboratory is equipped with the Constant Deviation Spectrographs, Thomson‟s apparatus to determine specific charge of electrons, Milikan‟s apparatus, Fabry-Perot Interferometer, Hall Effect set up, Electromagnet, Cathode Ray Oscilloscopes and Atwood‟s Machine. 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 35% KPCR ,18% SC/ST grant, 10% other govt. grants 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts  Dr. V. M. Anandakumar, Associate Professor, Department of Physics, MG College, Thirivananthapuram delivered a lecture on “Foundations of Quantum Mechanics” to the UG and PG students of the department on 28th July 2011.  A lecture on “Ozone layer and its importance” was delivered by Mrs. T. R. Rathnam, Former Professor, Department of Physics, NSS college, Pandalam on 2nd September 2011  Dr. N. V. Unnikrishnan, Head, Department of Physics, MG University, Kottayam delivered a lecture on “Fifty Years of LASER” on 24th November 2011  Dr. Indulekha, Associate Professor, School of Theoretical and Applied Physics, MG University delivered a lecture on “Astronomical Mixture” as a part of space week celebrations . 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning  ICT enabled teaching with the help of software like Celestia, Phet etc. These softwares can simulate various physics experiments in a virtual environment and provides fun, interactive, research-based simulations of physical phenomena. Also these enable 231

students to make connections between real-life phenomena and the underlying science, deepening their understanding and appreciation of the physical world  Group discussions, Debate, Quiz etc  Interactive class room sessions 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities  Students of the department visited nearby higher secondary schools and distributed pamphlets containing the information regarding science promotion initiatives by various government agencies to promote science education in the area.  Students of Physics department actively participate in the various social welfare programs of NSS, NCC, WSU etc. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans The experienced teaching faculty is the major strength of the department. The department has two teachers with experience more than 30 years and three with more than 20 years. The teachers are competent to handle the undergraduate and postgraduate classes. The department has a reputation of producing good results in the University examinations for past five decades. However, the department was not able to achieve much in the field of research. The recruitment of three new faculties with PhD degree may help the department to overcome its shortcomings in the field of research. The major challenge before the department is that, since these faculties were recruited only during last year, they will have to work hard to achieve the goals of the department.

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Future plan a. Physics Auditorium The room under the B.Sc Physics lab is being used as a store room to keep the apparatus and instruments that are to be condemned. These instruments will be sold at scrap rate and the room will be altered to make an auditorium. This auditorium will be used to conduct various meetings and seminars. b. Research The Physics department now had three faculties with research degrees. The department will be converted into research department in the immediate future. Facilities to synthesis nanomaterials by combustion method and chemical precipitation method are already available in the department. With the help of projects from various agencies like DST, UGC, CSIR etc, the department will have full fledged material science research labs with facilities to synthesize nanomaterials and other smart materials. Characterizartion techniques like UV-Visible absorption studies, Photoluminescence spectroscopy, and Raman spectroscopy will be made available in the department. c. Knowledge hub There are various government and private schools situated in and around Pandalam. The students of these schools lack exposure to developments in the field of science and technology due to the limited facilities available in the department. The Physics department of NSS college, Pandalam can be made as a knowledge hub to the school students. Physics department, with its experienced faculties and smart class rooms can help the students of nearby schools to understand the concepts of physics in an effective way and also to expose them to the various developments in the field. d. Teaching and evaluation The lecture notes can be made available in the department website and teacher evaluation can be made online. The methods adapted by deemed universities like Amrita Vishwa Vidya Peetham can be followed to implement this.

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P.G. AND RESEARCH DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY

1. Name of the department : PG AND RESEARCH DEPARTMENT OF ZOOLOGY 2. Year of Establishment :1950 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) : B.Sc. Zoology, M.Sc. Zoology, Ph.D. Zoology 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Open course- Human health and sex education 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : B.Sc.-Choice based credit and semester system; M.Sc.-Semester ; Ph.D. with six months course work and Three papers of course work examination. 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments : Offering complementary course for Botany and Biochemistry Core students. 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Dr M.G Sanalkumar, Assistant professor of the Department is an External Ph.D. Guide of Manonmaniam Sundaranar University and Bharathiar University, Coimbatore offering Part time Ph.D. of this university under RNG programme in the Research laboratory.

8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : M.Phil programme of University of Kerala. Since 1995 University discontinued M.Phil programmes of Aided colleges under the University.

9. Number of Teaching posts Posts Sanctioned Filled

Professors Nil Nil Associate Professors - 02 Asst. Professors - 06

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10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)

Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years No. of Ph.D. of Students guided Experience for the last 4 years Dr.V.Radhakrishnan M.Sc., Ph.D. Associate Genetics 18 Professor Dr.K.B. Jagadeesh M.Sc,Ph.D. Associate Fisheries 15 - Professor Sri S.Nandakumar M.Sc, NET, B.Ed. Assistant Ecology and 9.5 - Professor Fisheries

Dr.M.G.Sanal Kumar M.Sc.,SLET,Ph.D. Assistant Ecology, 9 10 Professor Toxicology, Soil Biology Dr.S.Santhosh M.Sc.,M.Phil.,Ph.D Assistant Environmental 03 - . Professor Biology

Sri.P.Vinod M.Sc,M.Phil,SLET Assistant Soil Biology 02 - Professor

Mr. Suresh K..K. M.Sc, B.Ed., NET Assistant Biotechnology 02 - Professor Dr.Suresh Chandra M.Sc,M.Ed,Ph.D Assistant Biotechnology 03 - Kurup Professor

11. List of senior visiting faculty: Prof. John.C.Morse, Clemson University,USA; Dr.Mithun Sukumaran,University of Singapore 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty : Lecture classes -3%, Practical classes -Nil 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) : 30:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled : Specimen collector , Sanctioned -1 Filled-1

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15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG.

D.Sc Ph.D M.Phil PG

Nil 05 02 02

16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: Major project : 01 - Total outlay Rs 23,75000/- (PI : Dr.M.G Sanal kumar, Co-Inv : Sri S.Nandakumar) Minor Projects(UGC) – 04 Total outlay Rs 4,70,000/- for four projects. ( PIs : Dr.M.G Sanalkumar; Sri .S.Nandakumar; Sri R.S.Balamurali) 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received: Kerala state council for Science Technology and Environment –Total outlay Rs 23,75,000 /- 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University : Research centre of University of Kerala and External Research Centre M.S.University Tirunelveli

19. Publications: a) Publication

Research papers in National and international Journals

1. M.G. Sanal kumar, M.K. Harinarayanan and S. Sanker.2008. Biodiversity conservation and Threat factors analysis in a forest ecosystem of Southern Western Ghats, Kerala, India. J. Ecobiol (International).22(1): 1-9 2. S. Nanda kumar, M.G. Sanal kumar, R.S. Balamurali, R.Reshmi, C.V.Anupama, O. Ranjitha and Lekshmi.S.Kumar. 2009. Antibacterial activity of selected Indian Medicinal plants and antibiotics on Staphylococcus aureus. J.Ecobiol( International). 24(2):147-152. 3. M.G. Sanal kumar, S. Nanda kumar and B. Pramod.2009. Soil enrichment activity of Earthworm species Eisinia foetida. J. Ecology and Fisheries(National)2: 9-14.

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4. M.G. Sanal kumar and S.Sanker.2009. Assessment of Biodiversity threat inthe Kerala Forests-A new approach. J.Ecobiol. (International) 25(1):71-78. 5. M.G. Sanal kumar and S.Sanker.2009. Effect of wild fire on the population density of some soil organisms. J.Ecobiol. (International) 25(2):121-126 . 6. M.G. Sanal kumar, R.S. Balamurali and S. Nanda kumar.2009. Studies on seasonal variation in the population density and distribution patterns of soil isopod- Phyloscia javanensis. J. Eco chronicle(National),4(1):33-38 7. M.G. Sanal kumar, S. Nanda kumar,R.S. Balamurali, and G.Reshmi.2010. Effect of sub lethal concentrations of an insecticide and a herbicide on the longevity and moulting of a soil collembolan- Lobella coralina. J. Eco. Tox. & Env. Moni. (International) 20(6):593-600. 8. M.G. Sanal kumar, R.S. Balamurali, S. Nanda kumar and P.S. Anu .2010. Effect of sub lethal concentrations of an insecticide and a herbicide on the fecundity and incubation period of a soil micro-arthropod Phyloscia javenensis. J. Eco. Tox.& Env.Moni. (International) 20(3):293-300. 9. Manoharan P.P, M.G. Sanal kumar and P.M. Remya. 2010. Species association studies of soil fauna in two different habitats of Central Travancore – Kerala, South India. J. Ecology and Fisheries .(National)3(1):61-74. 10. G.Santhy and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Variation in the nutrient composition of Etroplus maculatus exposed to sub lethal concentration of parathione – an organo phosphorus pesticide. J. Ecology and Fisheries (National). 3(1):89-94. 11. Firozia Naseema Jalal and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Seasonal variation in faecal coliform and total coliform bacterial density at Pamba river in comparison with River Achencovil. J. Ecology and Fisheries(National). 3(1):55-60. 12. Reeja jose, M.G. Sanalkumar, Firozia ,N.J and G.Santhy. 2010. Seasonal assessment of water pollution at various segments of river Achencovil based on indicator animal species. J.Ecochronicle(National). 5 (3):183-188. 13. M.G.Sanalkumar, Reeja jose, Firozia, N.J and G.Santhy 2011. Seasonal variations in physico-chemical and microbiological properties of water at different segments of river Achencovil-Kerala. J.Ecobiol (International). 28(1):95-100. 14. G.Santhy and M.G. Sanal kumar. , Reeja jose and Firozia Naseema Jalal.2010. Comparison of proximate composition of two dominant freshwater fish species of river Achencovil. J. Ecobiol. (International). 27(3):225-229.

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15. Mayalekshmi. P, K. G. Padmakumaran Nair and Santhy.G.2011. Estimation and comparison of biochemical composition of two endemic fresh water fish species of southern Kerala –India. J. Ecobiol. (International). 29(1):59-64.

16. M.G. Sanal kumar, S. Nanda kumar and P.M. Remya. 2012. Seasonal variations in the population density and diversity of soil fauna in two different habitats of Central Travancore Area of South Kerala –India. Int. J. of Scientific and Research Pub., USA. 2 (1):1-5.

17. M.G. Sanal kumar, S. Vaisakh and R.S.Balamurali. 2011. Density and Diversity of soil Microarthropods, Annelids and Nematodes in relation to soil edaphic and chemical factors. The Ecoscan. Special issue(International), 1: 215-218.

18. V. Karthika and M.G. Sanal kumar.2012. Studies on liver and muscle glycogen content of some teleost marine fishes in relation to reproductive cycle. Science Chronicle(National). 1(1):12-20.

19. B. N. Sindhu and M.G. Sanal kumar.2012. Milk adulteration studies on locally available raw and pasteurized milk from Pathanamthitta district- Kerala. . Science Chronicle(National). 1(1):45-58.

20. Sreedevi R and K.B. Jagadeesh.2012.A study of sacred groves in Pallickal panchayath, Pathanamthitta District. Science Chronicle(National). 1(1):1-11.

21. Athira K.V. and S. Nandakumar. 2012.A preliminary screening of selected medicinal plants for antimicrobial effect on coliform bacteria isolated from raw milk. Science Chronicle(National). 1(1):21-28.

22. Priya .K and V. Radhakrihnan.2012.Survey of the chloride level and hardness in the well water of XVth ward of Chirayinkeezhu panchayath to asses the quality of drinking water. Science Chronicle(National). 1(1):29-33.

23. Rohini K. and K. Santhakumari.2012.Piscian biodiversity of River Ithikkara in relation to various physico chemical parameters. Science Chronicle(National). 1(1):34-40.

24. Remyamol B.O. and R.S. Balamurali.2012.Studies on the toxicological effects of a fungicide on a terrestrial isopod, Phyloscia javanensis (Rich). Science Chronicle(National). 1(1):41-44.

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25. Reshma S and S. Nandkumar.2012.A study on the activity of selected medicinal plant on the sensitivity of human skin microflora. Science Chronicle(International). 1(1):59-64.

26. Unnimaya S.R. and R. S. Balamurali. 2012.Effects of different concentrations of a herbicide on the juveniles of Phyloscia javanensis (Rich). Science Chronicle (International). 1(1):65-69.

27. Arathy R.P. and R.L. Sakthibabu.2012.Antimicrobial effects of isolated active ingredients from Aerva lanata and/or Sanseveria zeylanica on selected pathogenic bacteria Klebsiella pneumoniae. Science Chronicle (International). 1(1):70-73.

28. Manju P. and R.L. Sakthibabu.2012.Antimicrobial effects of isolated active ingredients from Aerva lanata and/or Sanseveria zeylanica on selected pathogenic bacteria Pseudomonas aeruginosa. Science Chronicle (International). 1(1):74-77.

29. R.S. Balamurali and M.G. Sanal Kumar.2012.Reprductive biology of soil arthropod Phyloscia javanensis (Rich) in relation to soil nutrient.Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub. (International) 2(8):1-4.

30. M.G. Sanal Kumar, S. Nandakumar, S. Vaisakh, R.S. Balamurai and S. Sankar.2012.A Notational Composition of bird spie of Nilgiri Sop forest – A paradise of avifauna in Southern Westrn Ghats. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub.(International) 2(11):A.1-2.

31. Reeja Jose and M.G. Sanal Kumar. 2012. Seasonal variations in the Zooplankton diversity of River Achencovil. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub.(International) 2(11):B.1-5.

32. V. Jayalekshmy and M.G. Sanal Kumar.2012. Bi-seasonal variation in the Piscian diversity in relation to physico chemical parameters of Pallickal River- Kerala, India. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub.(International) 2(11):C.1-4.

33. M.G. Sanal Kumar, V. Jayalekshmy and R.S.Balamurali.2012. Vegetation study based on the soil properties of Konni reserve forest, a part of Western Ghats of Kerala, India. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub.(International) 2(12):A.1-5.

34. Firozia Naseema Jalal and M.G. Sanal Kumar. 2012. Hydrology and water quality assessment of Achencovil River in relation to Pilgrimage season. Int. J. Sci. Res. Pub. (International) 2(12):B.1-5.

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35. V. Jayalekshmy, S. Nandakumar and M.G. Sanal Kumar. Comparative studies of antibacterial activities of selected medicinal plants and commonly used antibiotics on Pseudomonas aeruginosa. J. Ecotox. and Environmental monitoring (International) (in press)

36. M.G. Sanal Kumar, P. Mayalekshmi and V. Jayalekshmy. A comparative study on the diversity of ornamental and food fishes of river Achencovil in relation to various physico- chemical charecteristics. Int. J. Rsearch in Chem. and Env. (International) Int. J. Scientific Research.II(2).50-53

37. Firozia Naseema Jalal and M.G. Sanal Kumar. 2012.Water quality assessment of Pampa River in relation to Pilgrimage season. Int. J. Rsearch in Chem. and Env.(International) III(1).341-347

38. Reeja Jose and M.G. Sanal Kumar.2013.Seasonal abundance of Crustacean Zooplanktons in Achencovil River, Kerala, India.Int. J. Scientific Research.(International). 2(1)3-5. S. Nandakumar and M.G.Sanalkumar. 2013. Rapid bioassessment protocol for riverine systems of South India using insect indicators – A new methodology approach. Science chronicle 2(1&2):297-305

39. Vinod P. and M.G. Sanal kumar. 2013. Reproductive and nutritional cycles of Anabas testudineus(bloch) with special reference to Gonadial and Hepato-gastric indices. Science chronicle 2(1&2):287-296

40. Lija L. Raju and V.Radhakrishnan.2013.Assessment of water quality at selected sites of Kallada River using some chemical and biological parameters. Science chronicle 2(1&2):268-280

41. V. Jayalekshmy and M. G. Sanal kumar.2013. Diversity and seasonal distribution of ornamental fishes in Pallickal River, Kerala, India- in relation to physico- chemical parameters. Science chronicle 2(1&2):245-256

Research papers in National and International seminar proceedings

1. M.G. Sanal kumar.2008. Biodiversity of Idukki Wild life sanctuary, kerala and problems and prospects of its conservation. Proc. International. Conf. Bodiv. Conser.magt.kochi 2008: 751-753.

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2. Snishamol, Suresh Chandra Kurup R and G. Nagendra Prabhu.2008. Impact of aquatic weeds and strategies for the utilization in Kerala. Proc. Nat. sem. Application of biotechnology in aqua culture.28&29, August, 2008. 3. Pillai Remya Muraleedharan and M.G. Sanal kumar.2008. Studies on seasonal species association of soil collembolan- Lobella coralina. Proc.nat.semi.on emerging trends in bio informatics. Etbioinfo- 08: 26-29. 4. K.Aswathy and M.G. Sanal kumar.2008. Studies on seasonal variation in the population density and distribution patterns of soil isopod- Phyloscia javanensis (Rich) Proc.nat.semi.on emerging trends in bio informatics. Etbioinfo- 08: 30-35. 5. B.Pramod and M.G. Sanal kumar.2008. Soil enrichment activity of Earthworm species Eudrilus eugeniae. Proc.nat.semi.on emerging trends in bio informatics. Etbioinfo- 08: 26-29. 6. S. Nanda kumar and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Rapid bio assessment protocol for river health assessment based on entomological indicator species – a case study of River Achencovil. Proc. 22nd Kerala Science Congress – Peechi. 28-31 January 2010. 7. R.S. Balamurali and M.G. Sanal kumar.2010. Fecundity, sex ratio and inter sex formation in a terrestrial isopod Phyloscia javanensis (Rich) in relation to soil physico-chemical characteristics. Proc. 22nd Kerala Science Congress – Peechi. 28- 31 January 2010. 8. Snishamol, Suresh Chandra Kurup R and G. Nagendra Prabhu.2011. Utilization of common aquatic weeds of Kerala by appropriate technologies. Proc. Int. Conf. On Green Path to Sustainability- prospects and challenges. 7-9 July2010. 9. Suresh Chandra Kurup R., Jayadev S., Jayakrishnan P. and A. Sivaprasad.2011. An analytical study of Cassava and Rice cultivation in Kerala with special reference to Climate change. Prc. Int.Conf. on the impact of Climate change on food Security.3-5 March.2011. 10. Suresh Chandra Kurup R, Snishamol and G. Nagendra Prabhu.2012. Bacterial cellulose production using Eihhornia cassipes as substrate under solid state fermentation. Proc. Int. Conf. on advances in Biological Sciences.15-17 March, 2012. 11. Reeja Jose and M.G.Sanalkumar. 2013 Assessment of pollution status in river Achencoil. International Conference on ecosystem conservation, climate change and sustainable development, Thiruvananthapuram.Pp.101 241

12. Vaisakh S. and M.G.Sanalkumar. 2013 Seasonal pollution assessment of downstream segment of Pallickal River using microbial indicators. International Conference on ecosystem conservation, climate change and sustainable development, Thiruvananthapuram.Pp.117 13. V. Jayalekshmy and M. G. Sanal kumar.2013. Diversity and distribution of threatened fishes in Pallickal River with special reference to local fishing trends. International conference on ecosystem conservation, climate change and sustainable development, Thiruvananthapuram. Pp.214

As chapters of edited books 1. Snishamol. Dr. Jayadev S., Suresh Chandra Kurup R and G. Nagendra Prabhu.2011. Back water tourism in Kerala with special reference to Alappuzha District: Maor threats and remedies. Tourism trends and strategies. Sonali publications. New Delhi.97-111. 2. G.Santhy and M.G. Sanal kumar and R.S. Balamurali.2012. Icthyofaunal diversity of river Achencovil in relation to water physico-chemical characteristics. A. Biju Kumar(ed.). Biodiversity Documentation and Taxonomy. Narendra Publishing House, New Delhi. 291-299. 3. Reeja jose, M.G. Sanalkumar and S. Nanda kumar. 2012. Diversity and distribution of aquatic insects in the river Achencovil during monsoon season in relation to water quality. A. Biju Kumar(ed.). Biodiversity Documentation and Taxonomy. Narendra Publishing House, New Delhi. 241-249. 4. S. Nanda kumar and M.G. Sanal kumar. 2012. Purity assessment of a riparian ecosystem- A rapid pursuit using entomological indicators. A. Biju Kumar(ed.). Biodiversity Documentation and Taxonomy. Narendra Publishing House, New Delhi. 175-181. 5. M.G. Sanal kumar, V. Jayalekshmy, S. Vaisakh, S. Nandakumar and R.S.Balamurali, 2013 Alpha diversity of konni reserve forest- prospectus of long term ecorestoration. Proc. National seminar,Water resource management: present uses, status, cooperation and conservationISBN:978-81-7821-545-7:197-202 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: The department is offering free consultancy in the area of Soil Biology, Water quality analysis, Biodiversity analysis and Toxicology to research institutes, Teachers and Research fellows outside the college.

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21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. 1) Dr.M.G.Sanal kumar-1)Member of Expert committee-Kerala state Biodiversity Board 2) Academic council member –University of Kerala 3) Chief –Editor : International Journal of Science chronicle 4) Member of board of examiners of PG and Ph.D of M.G.University ,Gandigram Rural university,NUS Singapore 2) Sri .S.Nandakumar – 1) Member of Editorial Board- International Journal Of Science Chronicle 2) Member of board of examiners of PG –M.G University. 3) Sri R.S.Balamurali- 1) Member of board of examiners of PG –M.G University.2) Member board of studies –M.G.University 3) Question paper setter –Kannur university 4) Dr.K.B. Jagadeesh - Question paper setter –Calicut university 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: 100% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students:  Dr.M.G Sanal Kumar is a recipient of Gaveshana Prathibha Award 2011- A state level award for research excellence Contributed by KPCTA ,a leading college teachers association.  Sri.Suresh K.K. received patent for innovative product for diabetic therapeutics. 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: Dr.John.C.Morse Clemson university USA; Dr.S.Sreejith ,University of Philadelphia,Dr.S.Sankar (KFRI) Dr.M.Amruth (KFRI) DR.Thomas P.Thomas (KFRI) Dr.Mithun Sukumaran (Singapore University) 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National : National seminar on Faunal diversity and Endemism of Western Ghats (UGC) Rs-71500/- KSCSTE- Rs 40,000/- b)International: “ International workshop cum seminar on Aquatic insect research and teaching in Asia” July 9-13 , 2007 in association with Clemson University USA.

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26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 2008-09 623 34 98

2009-10 653 30 100 2010-11 723 30 96 2011-12 830 33 93 2012-13 Centralized 35 94

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad B.Sc. Zoology 100 nil nil M.Sc. Zoology 100 nil nil Ph.D. Zoology 100 nil nil

28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? (Past 5years) NET-4; JRF- 3; GATE-1 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 80 PG to M.Phil. 10 PG to Ph.D. 25 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral 10 Employed Nil  Campus selection  Other than campus recruitment 80

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30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library :YES, With 876 books; 6National journals ; 4 international journals b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Three internet connection with LAN facility c) Class rooms with ICT facility d) Laboratories : UG : 02 PG : 03 Research:03 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies : CSIR Fellowship -1 Kerala university scholarship -1 SC/ST Welfare -19 KPCR Fellowship of State govt.-36 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures /workshops / seminar) with external experts National Seminar - 1 (last five years) International seminar-cum-workshop - 1 (last five years) Invited lectures -52 (last five years) One day seminars -25 (last five years) 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning:  Group discussion  Peer teaching  Seminar presentation  Experiential learning  Assignments and project work  Organizing exhibition in the college and outside the college  Remedial coaching  Arrangements for advanced learners to participate in seminars and present papers 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities:

I ). Two extension activities of six days duration conducted. 1) Awareness programme on ecological dangers of river sand mining for local public and representatives of local self government ( March 21-23, 2012 &April 18-20, 2012)

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2) Awareness programme on consequences of conversion of water logged areas for local public and representatives of local self government ( November 30-December 2, 2012 & December 14-16, 2012) II) Conducted a four year ecological study (2008-2011) “Project Achencovil-Phase II” of near by Achencovil river for the detection of pesticide residues in water and to give report to local authorities. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans Strength  Competent and well qualified permanent teaching faculty  Well equipped laboratories for UG,PG and Ph.D.  State Number 1 Zoological museum among higher educational institutions  Well equipped computer lab with internet and LAN facility  Good library with more than 700 books  Research facility in Kerala University, MS University and Bharatiyar University  SARD research facility Opportunities  Students are getting research exposure in different fields of general and applied Zoology after completing M.Sc. Zoology

Future plan  Avail more research projects from different funding agencies  Develop a well equipped soil biology lab  An extension programme for community benefit

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P.G. DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS

1. Name of the department : PG DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS 2. Year of Establishment :1952 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) :UG PROGRAMME - BA ECONOMICS :PG PROGRAMME – MA ECONOMICS 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved : HUMAN RESOURCE MANAGEMENT 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) : PG PROGRAMME – SEMESTER SYSTEM UG PROGRAMME – CBCSS 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments

Our department offers Open Course for the students of FDP of various departments. Roughly 100 students are getting benefit through this programme 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. : Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons : Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts: 9

Sanctioned Filled

Professors 0 0

Associate Professors 2 2

Asst. Professors 7 7

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10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,)

No. of Ph.D. Name Qualification Designation Specialization No.of Years Students of guided for Experience the last 4 years PP Rajasekharan Pillai MA Asso. Prof Women 31 - empowerment S Lalitha Kumary M. Phil Asso. Prof Human capital 25 _ Lakshmi. N MA Assist Prof Rural 3 _ Development

M. Dhanya M.Phil Assist. Prof Women studies 2 _

R Lalithambika MA Assist Prof Rural 2 Development N.R. Renjith MA Assist Prof Basic Economics 3 _ S Jyolsna MA Assist Prof Rural 7 _ Development Dr.G.R. Lini MA, Bed, Assist Prof Women studies 6 months _ PhD Gayathry. S MA, M.Phil Assist Prof Rural 6 months _ Development

11. List of senior visiting faculty : Dr. Karunakaran Pillai 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty: Nil 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) : UG Programme - 35: 1

PG Programme -3:1

14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled : Nil 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG.

Ph.D. – 1, M.Phil. – 3, PG - 3

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Funding Amount Duration Title of the project Principal Agency Investigator& co-investigator UGC 65,000 2 Re-organisation of Coir-societies Dr. P Rajendran through Coir co-operatives: Nair Problems and Prospects. (Completed) UGC 70,000 2 A Comparative study on the S.Jyolsna sustainability of SHGs organised (Ongoing) by NGOs and Kudumbasree- A GONGO- in Pathanamthitta District-Kerala UGC 1,00,000/- 2 Role of local Government in N.Lakshmi Rural Health With Special (Ongoing) reference to NRHM in Niranam Gramapanchayath UGC 1,25,000/- 2 Coir Sector Modernisation: Dr. P. Rajendran problems and prospects Nair

17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received :

1. Conducted a survey on computer literacy among members and staff of Pandalam Grama Panchayat sponsored by Centre for Development Studies, Trivandrum.

2.(Departmental Survey financed by UGC under the scheme General Developmental Assistance) - “ A Study on the Institutional Mechanism for Plan formulation and implementation Under Decentralised Planning in Kerala- A Case Study of Selected Grama Panchayat in Pathanamthitta District”

18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University : Nil

20. Publications:

Publications in Books by Faculty Members

 Dr.P.Rajendran Nair (No. Of Books-3)

1. “Environmental Degradation by MNCs and Human rights Violations”- National- in Human Rights for a changing world problems and prospects (ed) Dr.Sukumaran Nair; Kalpaz publication, New Delhi (2011). ISBN: 978-81- 7835-901-4-2011 249

2. “Land Use and Cropping Patterns in Kerala”- in The Economy of Kerala Yesterday, Today and tomorrow(ed). B.N. Ghosh and Padmaja Namboodiri;erial Publications; New Delhi (2009) 3. “Technological Changes in Coir Industry of Kerala: Process, Indicators and Charecteristics in Kerala‟s Development Issues in the New Millennium (ed). B. A. Prakash and V.R. Prabhakaran nair;Serial publication, New Delhi.

 Valsala kumara Kunjamma ( No . of Books :1)

Environmental Tourism: Challenge to Eco- tourism in Kuttanad tourism:Trends and strategies (ed) Dr. V. Harikumar; Dr. A.S. Dileep, T. Rajeesh. Social Publications, New Delhi 2011.

 Jyolsna S( No. Of Books:2)

1. “Foreign Direct Investment in India‟ Multi brand Retail Sector- Avenues and Challenges”- in Foreign Direct Investment in Retail Trade opportunities and challenges(ed). Shanlax Publication 61TKP Main Road, Madhurai (2013) ISBN 9789-93-806860-6-6

2. “ Marketing Trends in marketing of services in the Global Era”(ed). Dr. SCB Samuel Anbu Selvan, Shanlax Publications 61, TPK, Main Road Madhurai (2013) ISBN 978-93-80686-89-9

 Dr. Lini G.R ( No . of Books :1)

1 “Nutritional Status of Women: A study of Female Headed Households in Kerala- in Development Vs Deprivation in the era of globalisations(ed) Sonali Publications, New Delhi(2011)

 Lakshmi. N ( No . of Books :1)

1. “Social security Activities at the local level: A study of ASHRAYA- in Development Vs Deprivation in the era of Globalisation (ed)Vol2. Sonali Publications, New Delhi (2011) ISBN-978-81-8411-330-3

 N.R. Ranjith ( No . of Books :1)

1. “Case study on „R-K Egg Eatery, Ahmedabad‟-in the care study volume 32, IIM Ahmedabad 2010

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Publications in Journals by faculty members

 P.P. Rajasekharan Pillai

1. Study on “Financial Inclusion- A prelude to Inclusive Growth”, Social science in perspective quarterly journal, vol.3, No.2April, 2011,C Achutha Menon Study centre and Library, TVM.

 Dr. P Rajendran Nair

1. Study on “Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee scheme- Problem and Prospects” Social science in perspective quarterly journal,2010, C.Achuthamenon Study centre and Library TVM. 2. Economic Reforms and Deprivation of Indian Agriculture, Journal of Politics and Society, 2010 March, University college TVM 3. “ Waste management –A Sustainable Approach Through Self Help Groups”, Journal of Politics and Society, Vo;.3, No.2, 2008, April, University College, TVM.

 Jyolsna S

1. Study on “FDI in Indias Malty Brand Retail sector- Boon or Bane”, Shanlax International Journal of Commerce, A quarterly journal, Vol.1, Special issue-1 February 2013, ISSN.2320-4168. 2. “ Financial Inclusion in India- the nature and Extent of the challenge” Social scenario in perspective- Quarterly journal, C. Achuthamenon Study Center and Library, Vol.5, No.2, 2013, April, ISSN 0975-5479

 Dr. Lini. G.R

1. Study on “ Nutritional status of Women in reproductive Age group in female headed households in Kerala: Inference from NFHS-3, Journal of Human Development- vol.2, No.1 January-June, 2013 2. “An Analysis of Determinants of Economic condition in female Headed houses holds in Kerala, ISDA Journal, January March 2013. 3. “Determinants of Psychological problems among heads of actual female headed households in Kerala, Global Research Analysis, Vol.2, issue. April, 2013 ISSN. No.2277-8160. 4. “Nutritional Status of Children having Female Headed households in Kerala, Global health promotion and Education vol.7 No.1 April-2013. 5. Migration and its impact on child health and status of women evidences from the state of Kerala, PRC- Report series 2008(2), Ministry of Health and family welfare GOI

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 Participation in training programmes

1. Jyolsna S o Participated in the UGC- Sponsored Orientation Programme (IT oriented) conducted by the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Kariavattom from 05-02-2010 to 04-03-2010. o Participated in the UGC-Sponsored Refresher Course in Economics conducted by the UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Kerala, Kariavattom from 02-02-2011 to 23-02-2011. o Completed the Teaching innovation Programme in Economics (TTIPE, Version 1.0), held during September 13-17, 2010 at CDS, organized by UGC- Academic Staff College, University of Kerala under the Government of Kerala scheme, ‘Stimulating Teachers through Advanced Training (STAT)’, for College Teachers. o Participated in the UGC Sponsored State Level Seminar on “Sustainable Waste Management by Local Self Government Institutions through People‟s Participation” held at NSS College, Pandalam on 22nd October 2008. o Participated in the UGC Sponsored National Seminar on “Global Economic Crisis- Gandhian Perspective and Solutions” held on 29-31 July 2009, organized by the Centre for Gandhian Studies, St Berchmans College, Changanacherry. o Participated in UGC sponcered SAM Residential Workshop on Capacity building for women Managers in Higher Education organized by St. Thomas College, Kozhencherry from 25th February to 1st March 2013. o Participated in the Workshop on central Budget Analysis, Organized by the Department of Economics, Govt. College for Women, under the sponcership of the Directorate of Collegiate Education, Thiruvananthapuram on 10th October 2013 2. Lakshmi N o Participated in the UGC Sponsored Refresher course in Economics conducted by UGC Academic staff college, University of Kerala from 1st May 2012 to 22nd May 2012 2. R. Lalithambika o Participated in the UGC Sponsored Orientation Programme conducted by the UGC/ASC, University of Kerala Kariavattom from 3rd October to 31st October 2013 4. Ranjith. N.R

o Participated in the UGC Sponsored Refresher course in Economics conducted by UGC Academic staff college, University of Kerala from 1st May 2012 to 22nd May 2012

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5. Gayathri. S

o Participated in UGC Sponsored Workshop on Research Methodology and Research Design held at Partoral Centre, Chunkom, Kottayam o Participation in the National workshop on Human Rights and Development, Sponsored by the National Human Right Commission, New Delhi organized by the Dept. Of Economics University college Thiruvananthapuram, on 30th November 2012.

Publication in Seminar Abstracts by Faculty members  Dr. P .Rajendran Nair 1. International Conference on Innovation and Inclusion in Banking issues, Strategies and options ( Sponsored by UGC , NABARD, ICSSR)Organized by Dept of Applied Economics, Kannur University on 3rd February 2011 2. International Conference on “ Development VS Deprivation in the Era of Globalization” Organized by Dept of Economics, University of Kerala Thiruvananthapuram on 14th and 15th December 2009 3. State level/Regional UGC sponsored seminars on “Sustainable Waste Management by LSGIs through people‟s participation” Organized by P.G. Dept of Economics, N.S.S College Pandalam on October 23, 2008 4. UGC Sponsored National Seminars on “Inclusive Growth and Indian Economy; 20 years of liberalization” organized by Dept of Economics, B.M.C Mavelikkara on 19th to 20th September 2012

Publications of Research Papers in seminars  Jyolsna. S 1. Presented a paper titled “Foreign Direct Investment in India‟s Multi Brand Retail sectors, Avenues and Challenges” in the UGC sponsored two day National seminar on „Foreign Direct Investment in Retail Trade- Opportunities and challenges‟ organized by the department of Commerce and Research center, Sourashtra College, Madhurai on February 1st and 2nd 2013 2. Presented a paper on “Marketing and Banking services- An overview” in the national seminar on Emerging Trends in Marketing of services in the global Era hekd on 17th October 2013 at the American college Madhurai.  Lakshmi. N 1. Presented a paper titled „ Role of Local Self Government in Rural Health‟ in the National seminar organized by the P.G. Department of Economics, Nirmala College Muvattupuzha, on 5th and 6th November 2011.  M. Dhanya 1. Presented a paper on “Inflation and reflection of its recent trends in Indian Economy” in National seminar on „Current Economic issues and Development‟ Dept of Economics, KNM Govt. Arts and Science college, Kanjiramkulam, on 24th and25th Jan 2012

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2. Presented a paper on „Redefining Indian Parliamentary Democracy in the light of Neo-liberalism‟ in National Seminar on “Parliamentary Democracy and Neo- Liberalism in India, Dept of Economics, University College TVM, on 18th and19th October 2012. 3. Presented a paper on „Post theory and English Grammar: New Perspective‟ on National Symposium on post theory perspective on art, teaching and multiculturalism, Dept of English, University college TVM on 6th and 7th March 2013.  Dr. G.R. Lini 1. Presented a paper on “ National status of women : A study of female headed households in Kerala”, in International seminars on Development VS Deprivation in the era of Globalization‟ Organized by Dept of Economics University of Kerala,2009 2. Presented a paper on “Determinations of Economic conditions of female headed households in Kerala” in International seminar on „Low fertility: challenges and issues‟ organized by the Dept of Demography, University of Kerala.

21. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil

21. Faculty as members in

a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards….Nil

22. Student projects

a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme : 100%

b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution ie. in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies : 0%

23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students : Nil 24. List of eminent visitors to the department : Nil 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding

a)National : Nil

b)International : Nil c). Regional Level: State level/Regional UGC sponsored seminars on “Sustainable Waste Management by LSGIs through people‟s participation” Organized by P.G. Dept of Economics, N.S.S College Pandalam on October 23, 2008

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College level Seminar on “Impact of Indo ASEAN Free Trade agreement”2008 ( PTA fund initiated) College level seminar on Union Budget 2011-2012 College level seminar on Union Budget 2012-2013

26. Student profile programme/course wise:

Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage

2008-09 645 100 52.6 2009-10 670 108 50 2010-11 687 106 44.3 2011-12 712 110 46.8 2012-13 Centralized 104 35.6

27. Diversity of Students

Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students

from the States from same state abroad MA Economics 100 0 0 BA Economics 100 0 0

28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defence services, etc. ?

NET : 4 students (including one JRF)

29. Student progression

Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 15% PG to M.Phil. 20% PG to Ph.D. 10% Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral

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Employed 60% Nil  Campus selection 60%  Other than campus recruitment

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 20%

30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library: Yes, The department is equipped with a separate library having a collection of 927 books and has subscribed to 13 national / international journals. b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: Internet facility is available at the computer lab in the college for staff and students c) Class rooms with ICT facility: Nil d) Laboratories: Nil

31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies : 2 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts : Dr. N Madhava Menon ( Associate Professor, NSS College Cherthala) delivered two lectures on “ Macro Economics- recent Developments” for PG students during January 2010. Dr. VR Prabhakaran Nair (Asst. Professor oof Economics, SD College Alappuzha) delivered a series of lectures on “Quantitative Methods and Research Methodology for PG Students during February 2010

Every year immediately after the presentation of the Union Budget in Parliament the Department used to conduct a daylong Budget analysis programme. Eminent academicians/Scholars lead such events and include presentations on various dimensions of budget by scholars and students as well as an interactive session

33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Conducting at least three class / terminal examinations for the UG students and at least two tests for PG students in a semester. Arranging discussions and debates on topics of contemporary relevance. Conducting remedial classes and peer teaching. 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: As part of the extension activities, conducted a survey on computer literacy among

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members and staff of Pandalam Grama Panchayat sponsored by Centre for Development Studies, Trivandrum. 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans

 Adequate permanent teaching faculty with high qualification  Very low mark profile of students in the entry level  High pass percentage

Future plan

 We have plans to strengthen the curricular and extra-curricular activities of the department with the support of other departments in the college and also with the help and support of organisations and institutions outside the college.  We hope that our department can be converted into a major research Department of repute with the approval of university and the University Grants Commission.

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U.G. DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY

1. Name of the department :DEPARTMENT OF HISTORY 2. Year of Establishment :1978 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) : UG course - B.A.History 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved Interdisciplinary courses are offered through open courses. The History dept is offering archaeology to the students of other departments .Our students get opportunities to study new courses offered by other departments. Besides the department is conducting periodical interdisciplinary talks co-ordinated by the HRD Cell of the college (Collegium). 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) –B.A.History (CBCSS) 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: The students are participating in open courses offered by other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts -4 Sanctioned Filled Professors - - Associate Professors 1 1 Assistant Professors 3 3 10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of Years No. of Ph.D. of Students guided Experience for last4 years

Dr.B.Padmavathy MA, Ph.D. Associate - 24years nil Amma professor Lekha Pillai MA,B.Ed. Assistant - 3years nil NET professor Soumya S MA,B.Ed. Assistant - 1year nil NET professor 3months Raj Mohan. M MA B.Ed. Assistant - 1 month nil M.Ed NET professor

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1. “SreeNarayan Guru, His Revolutionary Approach to Idol Installation” Journal of Kerala Studies, Vols-XVIII-XXI published in Nov. 2001. 2. “Social Transformation in Kerala led by Dr. Palpu” Journal of Kerala Studies, Vols-XXII-XXV published in Dec. 2007. 3. “Ayyankali and the Social Backgrpond of Kerala” Journal of Kerala Studies, published in 2009.

Lekha Pillai Human Rights and the Elderly (article)Published in the seminar proceedings of Christian College Chenganoor- 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated: Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards…. Dr. B. Padmavathy Amma, Chairperson, Board of Question paper setters, Kannur and Calicut Universities

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24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: Nil

25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National : Nil b)International: Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 2008-09 329 38 62.4 2009-10 357 37 68.4 2010-11 418 36 70 2011-12 473 38 76 2012-13 Centralized 40 40 27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad BA History 100 0 0

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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? Lekshmi.K of-2007-2010 batch have qualified NET 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 50 PG to M.Phil. 30 PG to Ph.D. 10 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral 5 Employed  Campus selection 10  Other than campus recruitment 20

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 50 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library : Nil b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students : Yes c) Class rooms with ICT facility: Nil d) Laboratories: Nil 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 50% SC/ST grant, 25% KPCR grant 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: Invited talks and seminars by eminent Professors and personalities on curriculum.  A one day seminar on “early resistance Movement in Kerala” was organized by the dept on 1/2/2010. The seminar talk was delivered by eminent historian Dr b Shobanan,Former professor and HOD,Dept of history Karyavattom.  An invited talk was organized by the dept on 31/7/2010 on Evolution of Indian Historiography‟. the talk was delivered by E P vijayalekshmi, former HOD of history NSS College Pandalam.

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 A seminar was conducted by the dept on the topic Events leading to the formation of Kerala state “. The lecture was delivered by Dr Varghese Perayil Associate Professor, St: Cyrils College Adoor  A group discussion was conducted on 21/1/2011 in the college auditorium .The discussion was lead by Dr M P Ajith Kumar, Associate Professor S D College Alappuzha. The topic was Punnapra Vayalar-A Backdrop  A seminar to commemorate the 70th quit India Day on August 8th 2011.The seminar was presented by Dr P Narayanan,Rtd professor ,S D College Alappuzha and at present the fellow of Simla University.  A seminar on Environmental protection was conducted in connection with the inauguration of the History Association by veteran scholar Shri Madhu Eravumkara.His latest documentary The Punarjani, Which tells the story of the rebirth of a river which has been long disappeared from the tribal hamlet of Attapady.It was organized by the film club of the dept.  A seminar was conducted by the guidance and counseling bureau on 5/12012 Career guidance and advancement on5/12012. The lecture was delivered by Dr P S Pratheep Associate professor Dept of History Catholicate College PTA.

33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning  Along with traditional teaching methods we also follow seminars, debates, group discussion etc in classrooms to ensure maximum students participation in teaching learning process. Audio visuals are also used to show clippings of historical events such as events during the II WW, life of Gandhi, Speeches of great historical leaders etc.  Field trips are conducted to places of historical importance the department.  Internal exams are conducted twice during a semester  Terminal examinations are also conducted  Besides the dept has initiated frequent class tests  The answer scripts are duly valued and returned. Mistakes, short comings etc are pointed out in the classroom itself and improvements suggested. Their performance are intimated at the PTS meetings also  Performances in debates ,seminars, discussions and also assignment submitted by the students on different topics are also duly evaluated

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 Evaluation is also done strictly in case of attendance  The evaluation committee meets thrice during a semester and discusses the progress of the students.

34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities Hiroshima day was commemorated on Aug 6th . A poster exhibition and an audio visual presentation on the perils of nuclear arms race was organized, for students of other depts. and schools on Aug 6th this year.  A cartoon exhibition on Gandhi was organized as a part of the republic day celebration of the dept of 2010. It was a rare experience to the students of the college and nearby schools.

35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans Future plans  To be a PG & Research department  To establish a Heritage Museum  Making rapports with persons who were directly or indirectly involved in events of historical importance.  To bring to light neglected persons and personalities and places of historical importance.  Introducing Diploma/certificate courses.  To introduce new methods to cater the needs of the differentially abled students.

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U.G. DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE

1. Name of the department :DEPARTMENT OF POLITICAL SCIENCE 2. Year of Establishment :1950 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.) :UG 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved :Nil 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) :Semester 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments :Yes 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc. :Nil 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons :Nil 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled

Professors 0 0 Associate Professors 2 2 Assistant Professors 2 2

10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Speciali No. of Years No. of Ph.D. zation of Students Experience guided for the last 4 years

Dr. D. Pradeep MA Ph.D. Asso.Professor - 26 Nil

P.B. Anil MA Asso.Professor - 20 Nil M.Phil., LLB Reghunath B. M.A Asst. professor - 07 Nil

Dr. Aswathy Satheesh M.A, Asst. professor - 01 Nil M.Phil., Ph.D.

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11. List of senior visiting faculty : Nil 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty : Nil 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise) : 30:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: Nil 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG. PhD – 2, M.Phil – 2, M.A- 4 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received No 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received No 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University No 19. Publications:  a) Publication per faculty Text book for +2 Course. Evaluation study of social security property. Financed by KILA 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : Nil 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards….  Dr. D. Pradeep - Member South Indian American studies Network Senior editor, Human Right global focus Chairman Examination board Chairman question paper setting, M.G.University Member judging committee of youth parliament  Regunath. V Co- Setter Question Paper setting M.G. University.  Prof. P.B. Anil – Director Service Co- operative Bank  Dr. Aswathy Satheesh – Member DLTAG Eranakulam 2007-2011 Extension faculty KILA.- Co- Setter- Question paper. M.G. University

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22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme 100 b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies Nil 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: IIIrd Inter University Fencing 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department : Nil 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National- Human rights for a changing world, Problems and prospects 10/11/2009 Green Politics 25/06/2012 Training on Women in the informal Sector: Human Rights issues. 18/12/2012

b)International- Nil 26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) 2008-09 320 40 70.2 2009-10 364 39 70.3 2010-11 418 48 72.6 2011-12 457 58 64.2 2012-13 Centralized 42 67

27. Diversity of Students Name of the % of % of students % of Course students from other students from the States from same state abroad UG 100 Nil Nil

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28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? :Nil 29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 75 PG to M.Phil. 10 PG to Ph.D. 10 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral 2 Employed  Campus selection No  Other than campus recruitment 10

Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 60 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library :Yes, No. of Books- 288 b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students :Yes c) Class rooms with ICT facility :NA d) Laboratories :NA 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies :130 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts Seminars, Group discussions, Debates, Mock parliament 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning Discussions, Role plays, Seminars etc 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities NSS, NCC and various clubs 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans Strength  Experienced faculty  All permanent faculty  Very good pass percentage in all years Weakness  Getting academically very weak students to first degree programme

Future plan

 To be recognized as a Department with M.A. Politics course  To become a Research Centre.

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1. Name of the department : PG DEPARTMENT OF COMMERCE 2. Year of Establishment :1952 3. Names of Programmes / Courses offered (UG, PG, M.Phil., Ph.D., Integrated Masters; Integrated Ph.D., etc.): UG, PG 4. Names of Interdisciplinary courses and the departments/units involved: Open course – Fundamentals of Financial Accounting 5. Annual/ semester/choice based credit system (programme wise) :UG- CBCSS; PG- Semester 6. Participation of the department in the courses offered by other departments: Students are selecting open course from other departments 7. Courses in collaboration with other universities, industries, foreign institutions, etc.: NIL 8. Details of courses/programmes discontinued (if any) with reasons: NIL 9. Number of Teaching posts Sanctioned Filled Professors Associate Professors 6 6 Asst. Professors 6 6

10. Faculty profile with name, qualification, designation, specialization, (D.Sc./D.Litt. /Ph.D. / M. Phil. etc.,) Name Qualification Designation Specialization No. of No. of Ph.D. Years of Students Experience guided for the last 4 years Dr. K. Santhakumari M.Com, M.Phil, Associate Fiancial 33 Nil Ph.D Professor Management K. Kesavan Namboothiri M.Com, M.Phil Associate Fiancial 32 Nil Professor Management S. Janardhana Kurup M.Com, M.Phil Associate Fiancial 31 Nil Professor Management M. Rajalekshmi Amma M.Com, M.Phil Associate Fiancial 30 Nil Professor Management Dr. V.G. Latha Bai M.Com, M.Phil, Associate Marketing 30 Nil Ph.D Professor Dr. B. Gopakumar M.Com, M.Phil, Associate Finance 19 5 Ph.D, MBA Professor A.S. Vinod M.Com, MBA, Assistant Finance 5 Nil MFM, M.Phil, Professor M.A, PGDBA, PGDTM, PGDBMM

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V. Suvarnalakshmi M.Com Assistant Marketing 3 Nil Professor A.Pramod M.Com, B.Ed, Assistant Financial 3 Nil MBA - DIM Professor Management S. Sunil Chandran M.Com, B.Ed Assistant Finance 2 Nil Professor T.R. Muthumon M.Com, B.Ed Assistant Finance 2 Nil Professor Akhil V M.Com, Assistant Finance 5 Months Nil Professor

*Dr. B. Gopakumar is a recognized research guide of University of Kerala 11. List of senior visiting faculty: NIL 12. Percentage of lectures delivered and practical classes handled(programme wise) by temporary faculty: NIL 13. Student -Teacher Ratio (programme wise): 27:1 14. Number of academic support staff (technical) and administrative staff; sanctioned and filled: NIL 15. Qualifications of teaching faculty with DSc/ D.Litt/ Ph.D/ MPhil/PG.: 7 - M.Phil, 3 - Ph.D , 5 – P.G. 16. Number of faculty with ongoing projects from a) National b) International funding agencies and grants received: 2 projects 17. Departmental projects funded by DST-FIST; UGC, DBT, ICSSR, etc. and total grants received : Major project total outlay-Rs.6,30,000/- Minor project total outlay-Rs.75,000/- Minor Project total outlay Rs – 1,00,000/- 18. Research Centre /facility recognized by the University: NIL 19. Publications:  a) Publication per faculty  Number of papers published in peer reviewed journals (national / international) by faculty and students  Number of publications listed in International Database (For Eg: Web of Science, Scopus, Humanities International Complete, Dare Database - International Social Sciences Directory, EBSCO host, etc.)  Monographs  Chapter in Books  Books Edited  Books with ISBN/ISSN numbers with details of publishers  Citation Index

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 SNIP  SJR  Impact factor  h-index  Department of Commerce

NATIONAL

Title of the paper Authors Title of the Volume, journal Issue and year Role of rubber processing and trading K. Management XVI (3) 2010 companies in the supply of planatation inputs Santhakumari researcher among the small rubber farmers in Kerala Impact of Rubber Processing and Trading K. Rubber Board 29(3)2009 Companies on Rubber Producer‟s Societies Santhakumari Bulletin in Kerala Role of Rubber Producer‟s Co-operatives in K. Indian Co- 47(1)2009 Imparting Technical Know-how among the Santhakumari operative review Small Farmers in Kerala Consumer Preferences for Buying Non- V.G.Letha Bai Management XVI 2009 durables in Rural Kerala researcher Co-operative Hospitals in Kerala-Some V. R. Mohanan Indian Co- 46(3)2009 Current Issuses Nair operative review Health Service in India through Five Year V. R. Mohanan Management XV (2) 2008 Plans-A Glimpses Nair researcher Scope for New Venture for Women in IT. B. Gopakumar Organisational XIX Organisational Management Management SIDBI-Assistance to Kerala B. Gopakumar SSI in Kerala- II Problems and Prospect Institutional Supports for SSIs in Kerala B. Gopakumar SSI in Kerala- II Problems and Prospect Determinants of Gross Profit and Net profit B. Gopakumar Management XVI 2009 of SSI In Kerala researcher SIDBI- Spread in Kerala B. Gopakumar Organisational (4) 2007 Management Customer Satisfaction on the services of A.S. Dileep Management XV (1)2008 HDFC Bank Ltd Researcher Online Purchasing: Causes and Prospects A.S. Dileep Management XVI (2)2009 Researcher Customer Retention Banking Industry A.S. Dileep Management XVII(3) 2011 Researcher

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Women Entrepreneurs in Rural Kerala: A.S. Dileep CAMS Journal of Problems and Prospects Business and Research Absenteeism in Hotel Industry: A summative A.S. Dileep Human Resource analysis KVIC assistance schemes: An empirical A.S. Dileep Mirror study Commerce Education: Need for Change N. Pradeep The Educator 6, 2007 Kumar Job Satisfaction of higher Secondary N. Pradeep Pedagogics 2009 commerce teachers-A study in Kumar Thiruvananthapuram District E- Banking : Innovations N. Pradeep Journal of 5, 2008 Kumar accounts and finance Effect of Dollar Rupee exchange in Indian A.S. Vinod Managing the 2012 economic sector future Challenges and changing role of banking A.S. Vinod Explorations 2011 sector in India Firm tourism-emerging tourism sector in A.S. Vinod Research Scholar 2012 Kerala Benefits of IFRS in India A.S. Vinod Mirror 2012 Changing face of financial service in India A.S. Vinod Global research 2012 review Kettuvallam tourism-emerging tourism A.S. Vinod Research line 2012 sector in Kerala Virtual commerce for the virtual world L. Kavitha Journal of II (1) 2012 Teacher, Learner and Society Vinod A.S Paper Publication in journals 1. A modern approach to the role of promotional measures in Rural Marketing, ISSN2320-2238”Gurukulam Journal of Management and Research”- Jan-2013 2. Role of international advertising in international marketing-ISSN-0973-7839-Jan-2013 “The Albertian Journal of Management” 3. Role of Social Banking in society Development ISSN-0975-0045-February-2013 “Managing the feature” 4. Reason for Rapid growth of Financial Engineering-March-2013”Discolourse- bi annual Journal St Xaviors College Aluva- ISSN 2321-0214 5. Analysis of risk factors in off balance sheet finance “ GIAL-Kottayam ISSN-2321- 8053. July 2013 6. Balance score card – a preference Management system. “ Carmal Journal of management Research”- ISSN-2320-1088. August 2013  Books

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Dr. K Santhakumari 1. Rubber plantation: an industrial perspective dominant Publishers and Distributors Pvt Ltd, New Delhi-11002 Dr. V. Mohanan Nair Hospital industry, The associated publishers, Kacha bazaar New Delhi. Dr. B. Gopakumar 1. Institutional finance for small scale industries. Sonali publishers, New Delhi. ISBN-81/8411/013/8 2. Business studies. Writers publication Alappey 3. Principal of marketing, Chand publications Thiruvananthapuram 4. Management accounting, Thankam publishers, Alappy 5. Business statics, Minerva publishers, Alappy Dr, Dilep A. S Customer service in co-operative Banks, Sonali Publications New Delhi. ISBN:978/81/8411/249/8 Dr.V.G.Latha Bai :Consumers view of Marketing strtagies in rural Kerala Review of social services July2009 to December 2009 ISSN-0974-9004 20. Areas of consultancy and income generated : free consultancy in tax procedures 21. Faculty as members in a) National committees b) International Committees c) Editorial Boards….: Dr. V.G. Latha Bai, Faculty of Commerce, University of Kerala Prof. S. Janardhana Kurup, Member, Board of studies, University of Kerala A.S. Vinod, Member, Board of studies, Calicut University Dr. B. Gopakumar, member, Question paper setting, MG University 22. Student projects a) Percentage of students who have done in-house projects including inter departmental/programme: 100% b) Percentage of students placed for projects in organizations outside the institution i.e.in Research laboratories/Industry/other agencies: NIL 23. Awards/ Recognitions received by faculty and students: NIL 24. List of eminent academicians and scientists/ visitors to the department: NIL 25. Seminars/ Conferences/Workshops organized & the source of funding a)National : NIL b)International: NIL

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26. Student profile programme/course wise: Name of the Applications Selected Pass Course/programme received percentage (refer question no. 4) MCom 2008-09 251 15 94 2009-10 Centralized 15 94 2010-11 Centralized 15 94 2011-12 Centralized 15 93 2012-13 Centralized 15 100

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B.Com (Finance) 2008-09 680 60 57 2009-10 723 60 53

2010-11 892 60 56

2011-12 1278 58 66

2012-13 Centralized 61 93

2013-14 Centralized 61

B.Com (Tax) 2008-09 490 37 61 2009-10 504 37 62

2010-11 536 37 56

2011-12 843 37 69

2012-13 Centralized 40 75

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M.Com 100 NIL NIL B.Com (Finance) 100 NIL NIL B.Com (Tax) 100 NIL NIL 28. How many students have cleared national and state competitive examinations such as NET, SLET, GATE, Civil services, Defense services, etc. ? NET - 3

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29. Student progression Student progression Against % enrolled UG to PG 40 PG to M.Phil. 10 PG to Ph.D. 8 Ph.D. to Post-Doctoral NIL Employed  Campus selection NIL  Other than campus recruitment 60 Entrepreneurship/Self-employment 10 30. Details of Infrastructural facilities a) Library: YES No. of books- 312 b) Internet facilities for Staff & Students: YES c) Class rooms with ICT facility: YES d) Laboratories : NIL 31. Number of students receiving financial assistance from college, university, government or other agencies: 140 32. Details on student enrichment programmes (special lectures / workshops / seminar) with external experts: YES, Several one day seminars and special lecture classes were arranged during the last 5 years. 33. Teaching methods adopted to improve student learning: Technology Based Teaching Methods ICT enabled teaching methods, Group discussion, general discussion and debates 34. Participation in Institutional Social Responsibility (ISR) and Extension activities: Participation in college level Extension Activities 35. SWOC analysis of the department and Future plans  All qualified permanent teachers  Well maintained computer room, internet facility  Offering free consultancy in rubber plantation industry, rural marketing, small scale industries and tourism studies  ICT enabled teaching methods  Students are getting good opportunity in marketing and tax consultancy field of various companies and alumni in good job profile  Two add-on courses conducting  Industrial visit as a part of Course, in addition to curriculum offered  It is not a recognized research centre of the university Future plans  to be a recognized research department of the University  Incorporate admission of members from general public in add-on courses  A national seminar will be conducted in the forthcoming academic years

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POST ACCREDITATION INITIATIVES

Institutional weakness pointed out by previous NAAC peer team during Cycle 1 and rectification made by the institution.

1. Furniture old and need to be replaced New furniture made and placed in all classes with the help of management and PTA. Seminar chairs were placed in all PG classes. New chairs were purchased and placed in auditorium. 2. Number of computers was merely 42 which are inadequate for 1895 students and teachers. More than 125 computers are available in the college at present. A well furnished computer lab with 50 computers had been established with the help of management, PTA and alumni association. 3. Instrumentation facility poor for science students Common instrumentation facility made available in the FIST lab of Chemistry department and SARD lab of Zoology department. Science teachers and students of the college and outside the college can freely utilize the facility with the permission of Principal and concerned department co-ordinators. 4. No cooking gas facility in the canteen Cooking gas facility was made available in the canteen. 5. A computer lab with 50 computers needed for students and teachers A well sophisticated computer lab had been established with the help of management, PTA and alumni association. 6. Library usage is poor by staff and students Library usage has been improved. A „Vayanakoottam‟ is formed under library committee to gather and review periodicals and books weekly. 7. Grievance redressal cell and placement cell inactive Improvement from previous situations and students grievances taken with care and most of the grievances rectified in the college level. 8. Non-teaching staff are computer illiterate All non-teaching staff is provided with a computer and they attained complete computer literacy and office is completely automated.

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9. Physical education department is inactive Functioning well and ensured student participation in inter and intra university level competitions. 10. Yoga classes to be introduced to students Introduced and continuing. 11. Language lab is needed in English department Language lab established in the department 12. Continuous water and electricity supply should be maintained. Water scarcity problem was rectified by placing new water pumps in the wells within the campus. Generators were purchased and installed in all science departments and auditorium for continuous power supply. 13. College need a college bus for transportation Own college bus is not feasible since the students are coming from rural villages of Pathanamthitta, Alappuzha and Kollam Districts of Kerala as the college is located in the boundary of these three revenue districts. College authorities has made arrangement with Kerala State Road Transport Corporation to introduce more service during morning and evening time to this remote villages where transportation facility is inadequate.

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Declaration by the Head of the Institution

I certify that the data included in this Self Study Report (SSR) are true to the best of my knowledge.

This SSR is prepared by the institution after internal discussions, and no part thereof has been outsourced.

I am aware that the peer team will validate the information provided in this SSR during the peer team visit.

Place: Pandalam Dr.M.Jayasree Date:13/11/2013 Principal

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Appendix I

ASSESSMENT REPORT FOR INSTITUTIONAL ACCREDITATION OF N.S.S. COLLEGE, PANDALAM, KERALA

SECTION-I Preface NSS College, Pandalam in Kerala State was started as a Second Grade College offering Intermediate Courses in the year 1950. This institution was upgraded to a Degree College in 1952 with introduction of B. Sc in Mathematics and B.A in Economics. At present NSS College is offering degree in 15 combinations and P.G. in Seven disciplines. This is a private aided college affiliated to University of Kerala. The college has a clear vision and mission to be attained through objectives. The vision is “Imparting knowledge to gain wisdom and to liberate the individual from all bondages to build up a better world”. The mission being to “to educate and illuminate the young generations to build up a strong and progressive nation where the rich values and traditions are upheld”. The institution believes that education is the right means for solving the problems of the society as well as individual. NSS College was included in UGC list U/s 2(f) and 12(B) in 1950. This is a rural college serving agricultural families of Pathanathita Dist. in Kerala. The college offers 7 post graduate and 15 under graduate courses in arts, science and commerce. There are 106 permanent faculties, among them 22% (23) have Ph.D and 56% (57) have M.Phil degrees. There are 10 full time temporary lecturers, 1 part time lecturer and 1 full time management appointed lecturer. 14% (17) of the teachers completed UGC NET, SLET exams. The faculty development programmes availed by teachers in 2004-2005 are 19 and 2005-06 are 14. There are 76 members on the roll of the non-teaching staff. The present student strength of the college is 1696 in UG 2006-07 and 199 in PG in all. 8 Research scholars are working for Ph. D in the Department of Zoology. The noteworthy feature of this institution is that girls out number the boys 69% in UG and 84% in PG are women. Dropout rate is around 3.1% only.

Thirteen minor and major UGC Research Projects are in progress. Five projects have already been completed. The College organized 8 National Seminars in the last five years. 71 teachers out of 106 have participated in seminars at different institutions spread all over the country. 13 teachers attended refresher courses. Several teachers completed Ph. D / M. Phil utilizing FIP of UGC.

The College is having 42 computers. A partially computerised library with 43840 books and 65 journals is supporting the faculty and students.

The College campus extends over 27 acres, with a built up area of 9,600 Sq. Mts. Sufficient number of class rooms are available in the campus but they are appreciably furnished. One hostel for women is maintained by the college. A Canteen and an Auditorium are available. A study centre of Kerala university is also functioning in the campus.

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The unit cost of education with salary component is Rs. 21,985/- and excluding salary is Rs. 7,889/-. The College receives grant-in-aid from Govt. of Kerala. Scholarships to students belonging to SC/ST are also being sanctioned by the Dept. of Social Welfare of the State. Cash awards to needy and deserving students are given by the college.

NSS College, Pandalam, volunteered to be assessed and accredited by NAAC. As a first step in this process the college submitted its SSR to NAAC, Bangalore in December 2006.

In turn NAAC constituted the following Peer Team to visit the college from 21.03.2007 to 23.03.2007.

Constitution of Peer Team 1. Prof. B. Hanumaiah (Former Vice-Chancellor, Mangalore University), Chair Person At Present Prof. of Physics, Karnatak University, Dharwad, Karnataka. 2. Prof. G. Somasundaram Former Principal, S.V. Arts College for Men, Member Tirupati. Andhra Pradesh 3. Prof. Dhulasi Birundha Varadarajan Prof. & Head, Dept. of Environmental Economics School of Economics, Madurai Kamaraj university, Madurai. Tamil Nadu Member Coordinator

The Peer Team visited NSS College, examined the physical facilities, interacted with Principal, Staff, Students, Management, Alumni and Parents. The Team also verified the records. After all these exercises the following report is prepared and submitted to NAAC.

SECTION-II Criterion Wise Analysis Criterion-I : Curricular Aspects: The goal, vision and mission of the college is clearly stated. The College is working with the belief that „education is the right means for solving the problems of the society as well as the individual‟. Having this as its aim the institution is striving hard for the integral development of the personality of the students. The teachers are found to give priority to qualitative teaching, strong bondage between teachers and the taught and friendly approach among students exists. Thus, the college is maintaining a pleasant feeling among the stake holders, the employees and the management. This college is offering 22 combinations / programmes in Sciences, Arts and Commerce at UG and PG levels. Research leading to Ph. D Degree is offered in the department of Zoology. In addition to these 6 add on courses are also offered. As this is an 279 affiliated college, curriculum prescribed by Kerala University is followed in all courses. There is no autonomy to the college in framing and planning curriculum. But, some senior teachers (12) are members of Board of Studies of the University and are actively participating in framing and updating the curriculum. The college has introduced three UGC sponsored add on courses in E- Marketing, E- Banking, Insurance and Risk Management as value added courses in commerce Department. Semester system is followed in all PG courses and B. Com (Comp. Appl.) and annual system is followed in all UG courses. Computer training is made compulsory to all PG students. The college provides Internet browsing facility to students at a subsidized rate. Value based education is introduced at all levels in the form of invited lectures by eminent philanthropists and spiritual leaders. The admission process is transparent. A pass in Higher Secondary School is required for admission in Degree classes. In respect of PG courses the cutoff marks are between 45% & 50% depending upon the course and are in accordance with government guidelines. Advanced learners are given challenging exercises to solve. They are also being given peer group teaching assignments – this is a novel, appreciable feature. Slow learners are given extra support in the form of remedial coaching. Students are encouraged to participate actively in academic activities, like seminars, career orientation programmes and extension activities to get in touch with latest knowledge.

CRITERION-II : TEACHING, LEARNING AND EVALUATION. Rules of Govt. of Kerala and Kerala University are followed for admission to various courses. In all cases rules of reservation are strictly followed. Ratio of applications to admissions varies between 1:1 (Sanskrit) and 20:1 (Physics) in respect of of UG courses and 3:1 (Commerce) and 20:1 (Economics) in respect of PG courses. Newly admitted students are inducted into the courses by the tutors of respective departments. They also identify the strengths and weakness of new students. Based on this information tutorial classes are planned for the ensuing academic sessions. Bridge courses are being designed for the benefit of weak students. Text books are distributed to students belonging to disadvantaged communities. Each department is made to prepare a calendar of its own incorporating university calendar. This enabled the department to plan its annual activities well in advance. Lecture method of teaching is mostly followed in Arts, Science and Commerce subjects. Assignments and Mini Projects are given to students in their areas of interest to build confidence. Science students are given to do practicals in addition to lecture classes. A number of learner centered activities like group discussions, field trips, laboratory experiments are taken up to make learning interesting and lively. LCD, OHP, E-Learning are some of the modern teaching aids in use in this institution. Tutorial system is provided to all students as a general support. Periodical tutorial meetings are held to assist the students in all aspects viz, academic, co-curricular, extra curricular and personal. This is well received by the students. Under the supervision of tutor, concerned parent – teacher – student interactive sessions are held twice a year. Weak students are given remedial coaching, reading materials etc., are made available to improve their performance. For PG course 25 marks are awarded through continuous assessment, in UG programme for

280 science 10 % of marks and for B.Com 20% marks are awarded under the internal assessment programme. Appointment of teaching & non-teaching staff is made according to work load following state government and university rules. Teachers are encouraged to improve their qualifications and skills. The management is liberal in permitting teachers to go on study leave under FIP (about 13 teachers are benefited under this scheme in the last five years). Part-Time research by faculty is also being encouraged. Women are being given proper representation in all respects. The teacher is made to submit a self appraisal report to the Principal. In turn the Principal scrutinizes these reports with the help of HOD concerned. The observations thereon are made known to teachers for future guidance. The feed back from the students is adopted in three stages. Parent-Teacher-Student interaction sessions, tutorial sessions and feed back collection is made by circulating a format. Periodical staff meetings are held to monitor the progress of academic and other activities in the college. Seminars are held frequently to supplement class room teaching. Continuous assessment in the form of class tests, debates, checking attendance is made compulsory for PG students as per Kerala University regulations. Model examinations and short notice tests are conducted in case of UG courses. Parents are informed of the progress of their wards. Monthly attendance particulars are put on the notice board. Students are briefed on the question paper pattern and mode of valuation. Model question papers of previous exams are made available to students. Old question papers of University exams in all the subjects are also kept in the central library. Dropout rate is around 3.1%. Results of UG courses is ranging between 55% and 85% and of PG courses 87% to 92% (2005-06). Results of science stream are better than other streams.

CRITERION-III : RESEARCH, CONSULTANCY & EXTENSION: NSS College is having a separate forum for coordinating research and extension activities. Infrastructural facilities are provided to all teachers working for Ph. D or M. Phil programmes. Study leave is given to teachers for completing Ph. D under FIP of UGC. All PG students are made to do project work in respective disciplines. This enables them to get introduced to research activities.

PG departments of Zoology and Chemistry have all facilities for conducting research projects. Department of Zoology is an identified research centre of the University of Kerala. Currently eight research scholars are working for Ph. D in this department. As many as 13 UGC funded Major / Minor research projects are in progress in various departments like English, Chemistry, Botany, Zoology, and Commerce. 16 teachers are engaged in part time research. Some of these departments also receive funds from agencies like Kerala State Council of Science, Technology and Environment, SERC, Dept. of Science and Technology, Govt. of India, Sir Ratan Tata Trust, Mumbai and Centre for Development Studies, Thiruvananthapuram. A few collaborative research projects are also in progress in English & Zoology Departments.

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Faculty members of NSS College have published 44 research papers in different journals of standard in the last five years. A few books authored by teachers are also published. Departments of Zoology, Chemistry, Botany and Economics are providing consultancy to the needy farmers and entrepreneurs free of cost. PG departments of Zoology, Botany and Physics conducted a science exhibition in 2006. Many school children visited this exhibition and are benefited. A photo exhibition on Kerala History titled”Chithira Tirumnal – from cradle to grave” was held by department of History of NSS College. Three NSS units and one NCC unit are functioning in the college. These units are found excelling in their activities. Some of the programmes takenup by volunteers / cadets include Blood donation, AIDS awareness, Environmantal awareness etc. a nature club, one Entrepreneurship Development Club are helping students in enriching their knowledge in respective area. Active participation of teachers and students is evident. Projects like “Mushroom cultivation for unemployed Women” of the Department of Botany, “Soil Analysis Programme” of the Department of Chemistry are well received by the public. Certain departments viz Chemistry, Botany and Zoology are having national and international linkages for furthering their research activities. The department of political science has organized a study on women in Pandalam Panchayat through their participation in Kudumbasree project. A total outlay of Rs. 20,07,500/- is received by the college as funding from agencies like UGC, Kerala State Council for Science & Technology and Environment, govt. of India, Sir Ratan Tata Trust, etc.

CRITERION-IV : INFRASTRUCTURE AND LEARNING RESOURCES: The institution is having 118 class rooms and 19 laboratories. Sufficient furniture, power and water supply are provided by the management. The college library is having 43840 books on stacks. Subscription is being made for 8 dailies and 24 periodicals. Two Computers with a Printer is available in the Central Library. “Gerantha Soft” is installed in the Computer and is in operation. Daily about 100 students and 35 teachers visit the library. Open access system is made available to all users in the library. Another computer with internet connectivity is kept in the library for use by the students. Photostat facility is also extended to all at reasonable rate. A separate room is given to 10 Kerala BN, NCC, for maintaining their office. The college provides necessary accommodation and facilities for conduct of NSS activities. A number of Co-Curricular, Extra Curricular activities are being taken up by the institution to promote the artistic and scientific talents inherent in students. The department of Physical Education is having two Selection Grade lecturers. A Foot Ball field and Athletic track are also available. Thus, Physical facilities for encouraging Sports & Games appears to be satisfactory, but failing to produce sports persons at the intercollegiate and inter-university levels.

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Separate resting room for Women students is provided. But it requires to be furnished well. A seminar hall and two science laboratories are under construction to meet the increasing demand with the introduction of new course in Physics and Chemistry. 65 women students stay in women‟s hostel. The hostel has 24 rooms located in close vicinity of the college. The maintenance of the infrastructure is looked after by Nair Service Society. It is observed that the available infrastructure is being put to optimum use.

CRITERION-V: STUDENT SUPPORT & PROGRESSION The student strength in 2006-07 is 1895 of which 1413 are girls and 482 are boys. All the students belong to the State of Kerala. Parents annual income of 61% students is below Rs. 25,000/-. 20% of students belong to SC / ST communities and 11% OEC. Educational background of 60% of parents is upto SSLC and agriculture is their main occupation. On an average 60% of UG students and 80% of PG students are opting for higher studies. Those seeking employment are absorbed in defence service, banking, railways, police and teaching. In the last five years, 65 students have appeared for UGC, CSIR, NET Exams. Every year NSS College is publishing its prospectus giving details of courses offered, selection process, fees and other aspects. This document is of much use to students. A number of scholarships are given to students by State / Central Governments. In addition to these, the college is giving fee concession to the deserving. Though the tutorial system is in practice, teachers are counselling students both in curricular and personal matters. There is a separate women‟s counseling centre under the care of women‟s study unit of the college. Many alumni of the college are occupying top positions in the society in the fields of Arts, Education and Administration. Alumni of the college are meeting twice in a year and are found guiding the institution to progress. The Alumni Association is registered. A few firms are conducting campus interviews for recruitment. Six students got employed through this exercise in 2006. Students are actively participating in Inter University Co-Curricular and Extra Curricular activities. Winners are given incentives by the college. Students of the college won Gold and Silver medals in Boxing and Wrestling respectively in 2004 and Gold in Boxing (2006) at the State Level. They have also represented at National level. Cadets and Volunteers of NCC and NSS are very active. Many of them attended National Camps held at various places in the Country. In order to encourage talented students an annual arts festival is being held in the college.

CRITERION-VI: ORGANISATION AND MANAGEMENT: Principal is the Chief Executive of the college monitoring both academic and administrative affairs in the campus. A Staff Council with all Heads of Departments as members helps the Principal in academic matters like students attendance, conduct of tests, examinations and evaluation. The council meets six to eight times in a year. Office administration is done by a senior Superintendent. Office is partially computerized. The office is manned by 3 persons in supervisory cadre and 19 in clerical cadre.

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The institution is constructing a new block for Chemistry department. Plans to introduce more number of career oriented – add-on courses are also on cards. NSS College Central Committee makes appointments to permanent posts by calling applications through advertisement in National News Papers. This recruitment is made according to rules in force. The present ratio of teachers to non-teaching staff is 3:2. As per State Government guide-lines, teachers are made to submit a self appraisal form annually. This is scrutinised by Staff Council and Principal. The observations of Council are passed on to teachers for future guidance. This information is also taken into consideration at the time of promotion to higher cadres. In respect of administrative staff, Principal prepares annual confidential reports of individuals and recommends to the management for promotion. Fee collection is done as per university rules. Grant-in-Aid given by State Government is used to run the college. A number of welfare measures like PF, GIS, Medical reimbursement and Festival advances are in operation for the benefit of staff members. Accounts of the institution are audited periodically by Local Fund Audit Department and A.G‟s Office. No major audit objections are pending.

CRITERION-VII: HEALTHY PRACTICES: The college is found striving hard to achieve Total Quality Management. Teachers are permitted to avail academic leave under UGC – FIP for improving their qualifications. Staff Council is given due importance in the decision making process. Library is partially computerized. Students are encouraged to participate in social activities through NCC & NSS. The Women study unit is found very active.

Deserving students are given financial aid and fee concession.

In order to encourage talented students art exhibitions and get-togethers are arranged.

Educational tours and excursions are arranged for recreation to staff and students.

Remedial classes are taken to help weak students. Advanced students are encouraged to prepare projects and participate in seminars and debates at State and National levels.

Campus is declared as a plastic free zone.

Distinguished alumni is invited to interact with students to boost their morale.

Suitable action is taken on erring students specially ragging and eve teasing.

Students are made to feel social responsibility by actively participating in extension programmes like train the local farmers in acqua culture, vermi composing, legal education programme for girls etc. many of the above programmes are student centered.

Invited talks by renewed speakers have been organized by the college to inculcate Human Values in students. The nature club of the college takes special care to impart environmental and ecological awareness among the students. To generate the socialization

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SECTION-III: OVERALL ANALYSIS:

NSS College, Pandalam was started as an institution imparting Intermediate Education in 1950. During 1952 this was upgraded in to a Degree College and in 1964 to a Post Graduate college. The service being rendered by this institution to the cause of Higher Education to the State of Kerala in particular and the country in general is highly appreciable.

The performance could further be improved if the following observations are taken care of:

1. The peer team noticed that the class room furniture is very old and inadequate. The management should take immediate measures to procure good furniture to classrooms.

2. 42 computers for a strength of 1895 students and more than 200 staff members is inadequate. A separate computer lab with at least 50 computers is to be made available to suit the requirements.

3. There is a need to develop an instrumentation centre to give an opportunity to students for improving their technical skills.

4. Students and staff should be made to use library facilities more effectively, as only one-third of the students and staff are found using the library regularly.

5. Active research is noticed only in selected departments. All departments should be made to take up research activities seriously.

6. FIP of UGC can be utilized by many more teachers.

7. The institution can plan to organize more number of seminars especially of inter disciplinary nature.

8. Alumni of the college can be used in a much better manner

9. Placement Cell, Grievance redressal Cell and Information Guidance Cell of the college should be made more functional.

10. College can think of having own transport facility to commute day scholars

11. Non-Teaching staff should be motivated to use computers in office administration.

12. The students are requiring introduction of subjects like Computer Application, IT, Management, Biotechnology, Microbiology and Journalism at Degree and PG levels.

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13. Grievance cell shall be made more purposeful and active.

14. Physical Education Department shall take steps to train students for Inter University events. Yoga classes shall also be taken up for the benefit of the students.

15. The Department of English is to expedite the establishment of common language lab with the UGC assistance.

16. Steps should immediately be taken to convert these into gas ovens or steam cooking as food in the hostel and in the canteen is prepared in firewood ovens.

17. Steps are to be taken up to widen the scope of Spoken English courses and add on courses.

18. Many students wanted a continuous power supply and water supply during practicals and also during nights in the hostel.

The Peer Team thanks NAAC, the management of NSS College, the staff, students, parents and alumni for their cooperation during this visit.

1. Prof. B. Hanumaiah (Former Vice-Chancellor, Mangalore University), Chair Person At Present Prof. of Physics, Karnatak University, Dharwad, Karnataka. 2. Prof. G. Somasundaram Former Principal, S.V. Arts College for Men, Member Tirupati. Andhra Pradesh 3. Prof. Dhulasi Birundha Varadarajan Prof. & Head, Dept. of Environmental Economics School of Economics, Madurai Kamaraj university, Madurai. Tamil Nadu Member Coordinator

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Appendix III

NAAC ACCREDITATION STEERING COMMITTEE

Chairman Dr. M. Jayasree (Principal)

Co-ordinator Dr. M.G. Sanal Kumar

Advisory committee Convener – Sri. P. P. Rajasekharan Pillai

Members Sri. S. Nandakumar Smt. K. S. Ushadevi Sri. R. Rajesh Dr. K. G. Padmakumaran Nair Sri. Renjith Krishnan Dr. Prasannakumar Smt. Deepthi C. Sri. Vinod P. Sri. Vinod A. S. Smt. K. R. Rekhasree Dr. Saravana Kumar S. Sri. A. Pramod Smt. Aswathy A. Sri V. Akhil

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