GOVERNMENT OF ’S GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ARTS AND SCIENCE (NAAC Reaccredited ‘A’ Grade)

NEAR SUBHEDARI GUEST HOUSE, KILE ARK, -431001, MAHARASHTRA www.gasca.ac.in (Affiliated to Dr .Babasaheb Ambedkar University, Aurangabad, Maharashtra)

Annual Quality Assurance Report AQAR 2017-18 Submitted by Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC)

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The Annual Quality Assurance Report (AQAR) of the IQAC 2017-18

All NAAC accredited institutions will submit an annual self-reviewed progress report to NAAC, through its IQAC. The report is to detail the tangible results achieved in key areas, specifically identified by the institutional IQAC at the beginning of the academic year. The AQAR will detail the results of the perspective plan worked out by the IQAC. (Note: The AQAR period would be the Academic Year. For example, July 1, 2012 to June 30, 2013)

Part – A 1. Details of the Institution Government College of Arts & Science, Aurangabad (M.S) 1.1 Name of the Institution

1.2 Address Line 1 Kile Ark, Near Subhedari Guest House

Labour Colony, Aurangabad Address Line 2

Aurangabad City/Town Maharashtra State

431001 Pin Code

[email protected] Institution e-mail address

Contact Nos. 02402331476, 02402340855

Dr.Rohini A. Kulkarni Pandhare Name of the Head of the Institution:

02402331476, 02402340855 Tel. No. with STD Code:

9225328954 Mobile: Name of the IQAC Co-ordinator: Dr. ( Mrs. ) Yugandhara S.Topare

Mobile: 9850683739

IQAC e-mail address: [email protected]

1.3 NAAC Track ID MHCOGN11452 (For ex. MHCOGN 18879)

1.4 NAAC Executive Committee No. & Date: (EC SC)/17/A&A/133.2 (For Example EC/32/A&A/143 dated 3-5-2004. Date: 16-09-2016

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This EC no. is available in the right corner- bottom of your institution’s Accreditation Certificate)

www.gasca.ac.in 1.5 Website address:

Web-link of the AQAR: http://gasca.ac.in/index.php/home/aqar/

For ex. http://www.ladykeanecollege.edu.in/AQAR2012-13.doc

1.6 Accreditation Details

Year of Validity Sl. No. Cycle Grade CGPA Accreditation Period 1 1st Cycle B 70.65 2004 2009 2 2nd Cycle A 3.02 2016 2021 3 3rd Cycle 4 4th Cycle

1.7 Date of Establishment of IQAC: DD/MM/YYYY 01/07/2006

1.8 AQAR for the year (for example 2010-11) 2017-18

1.9 Details of the previous year’s AQAR submitted to NAAC after the latest Assessment and Accreditation by NAAC ((for example AQAR 2010-11submitted to NAAC on 12-10-2011)

i. AQAR 2015-16 submitted on (26/12/2016) ii. AQAR 2016-17 submitted on (05/09/2017)

1.10 Institutional Status

University State √ Central Deemed Private

Affiliated College Yes √ No

Constituent College Yes √ No

Autonomous college of UGC Yes No √

Regulatory Agency approved Institution Yes No √

(eg. AICTE, BCI, MCI, PCI, NCI)

Type of Institution Co-education √ Men Women

Urban √ Rural Tribal

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Financial Status Grant-in-aid √ UGC 2(f) √ UGC 12B √

Grant-in-aid + Self Financing - Totally Self-financing -- - - M.A. (Geography) and B.Sc Computer Sci. – Self financed

1.11 Type of Faculty/Programme

Arts √ Science √ Commerce -- Law --- PEI (Phys Edu) ------

TEI (Edu) --- Engineering --- Health Science --- Management ---

Others (Specify) ------

Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada 1.12 Name of the Affiliating University (for the Colleges) University, Aurangabad (M.S.) Dr Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad (M.S.)

1.13 Special status conferred by Central/ State Government-- UGC/CSIR/DST/DBT/ICMR etc

Autonomy by State/Central Govt. / University ------University with Potential for Excellence ------UGC-CPE

DST Star Scheme ------UGC-CE ------

------UGC-Special Assistance Programme DST-FIST

UGC-Innovative PG programmes ------any other ( Specify ) ------

------UGC-COP Programmes

2. IQAC Composition and Activities

06 2.1 No. of Teachers 01 2.2 No. of Administrative/Technical staff

2.3 No. of students 02

2.4 No. of Management representatives ----

2.5 No. of Alumni 01

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2. 6 No. of any other stakeholder and -- Community representatives

2.7 No. of Employers/ Industrialists 01 2.8 No. of other External Experts 01 2.9 Total No. of members 12 2.10 No. of IQAC meetings held 02 02 2.11 No. of meetings with various stakeholders: No. Faculty

Non-Teaching Staff --- Alumni -- Others ------

2.12 Has IQAC received any funding from UGC during the year? Yes No √ ------If yes, mention the amount --- 2.13 Seminars and Conferences (only quality related)

(i) No. of Seminars/Conferences/ Workshops/Symposia organized by the IQAC

Total Nos. 02 International National State Institution Level 02

(ii) Themes 1. Revised Guidelines of NAAC 2.Leave Rules for Govt.Employee

2.14 Significant Activities and contributions made by IQAC 1. Analysis of results and suggestions to improve academic output of students.

2. Suggestions made by IQAC in the formation of additional committee for academic activities, time-table, etc.

3. Initiative taken to implement online feedback mechanism, Teachers Assessment Scale (TASC) for students’ feedback analysis.

4. Workshop was organized by IQAC to impart knowledge about Leave, write off Rules and Regulations of Maharashtra Government.

5. Workshop was organized in association with private agency on smart class on multimedia tool K- Yan to encourage teachers for the use of ICT.

6. IQAC encouraged every department to organize various seminars, workshops, conferences etc.

7. IQAC has initiated Internal Academic Audit through Audit committee .Irregularities observed in

the process has been worked out and action plan to remove them is in process.

8. IQAC has oriented to faculty members regarding revised guidelines of NAAC (June 2017) and

also suggested action plan to facilitate ICT based teaching.

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2.15 Plan of Action by IQAC/Outcome .The plan of action chalked out by the IQAC in the beginning of the year towards quality Enhancement and the outcome achieved by the end of the year *

Plan of Action Achievements 1.To make aware about Revised guidelines of NAAC Workshop on Revised guidelines of NAAC for for affiliated colleges Assessment and Accreditation- Role of IQAC was organised. 2. To implement Staff supporting activities Workshop organized to impart knowledge about Rules and Regulations for Government employees. 3. To organize National conference, workshops National conference organized on “Gender Sensitization”. Regional one day workshop organised on “Advance Technique in Molecular Biology” One day workshop on ’Marathi Wikipedia, Food preservation, Shayari and career opportunities and competitive exams. 4. To encourage staff for use of ICT tools Workshop organized on use of smart classroom. K- Yan Multimedia user machine has been purchased and now is in use. 5. To motivate students for entrepreneurship Art of Flower making workshop was organized development skill 6. To promote students to participate in various state One of the NSS volunteer participated in National and national level events. Republic Day parade at Delhi. Students from the Dept of Economics, English and Botany won state level prizes in research paper presentation, project writing and Poster presentation. 7. Academic enrichment of staff and students One of the staff member qualified SET Exam and two PG students qualified SET and NET. 8. To motivate staff member to pursue research Botany department has submitted one research proposal .15 depts. have submitted research proposal to RUSA. Three faculty members were awarded Ph.D degree by Dr.B.A.M.University,A’bad 9. To initiate Academic audit Internal committee has conducted department wise academic audit and submitted report to IQAC

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10. To create environmental awareness among the Tree Plantation, environmental awareness program, students composting of organic waste in campus, Cleanliness drive undertaken 11.Completion of Boys Hostel building through Building of Boys Hostel is in the last stage of PWD completion 12 Preparation of proposal for RUSA fund Proposal has been submitted and disbursement of fund is in progress Annexure 1- Academic Calendar 2017-18

√ 2.16 Whether the AQAR was placed in statutory body Yes No

Management Syndicate Any other body

Provide the details of the action taken ------

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Part – B Criterion – I

1. Curricular Aspects

1.1 Details about Academic Programmes Number of value Number of Number of Number of Level of the added / Career existing programmes added self-financing Programme Oriented Programmes during the year programmes programmes PhD Recognized guides in 10 subjects. PG 3 - 01(Geography) UG 2 - - PG Diploma Advanced Diploma Diploma Certificate Others Total 5 01

Interdisciplinary Innovative

1.2 (i) Flexibility of the Curriculum: CBCS/Core/Elective option / Open options

(ii) Pattern of programmes:

Pattern Number of programmes Semester 05

Trimester Annual

1.3 Feedback from stakeholders* Alumni Parents √ Employers Students √ (On all aspects)

Mode of feedback : Online √ Manual Co-operating schools (for PEI)

Annexure 2- Institutional feedback based on teacher’s evaluation 2017-18 1.4 Whether there is any revision/update of regulation or syllabi, if yes, mention their salient aspects.

Yes, Revision of syllabi is done by Dr. B.A.M.University since affiliation.

1.5 Any new Department/Centre introduced during the year. If yes, give details.

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Criterion – II

2. Teaching, Learning and Evaluation

Total Asst. Professors Associate Professors Professors Others 2.1 Total No. of permanent faculty 51 40 10 - 01

2.2 No. of permanent faculty with Ph.D. 34

2.3 No. of Faculty Positions Asst. Associate Professor s Others Total Professor s Professor s Recruited (R) and Vacant (V) during the year R V R V R V R V R V 01 10 ------01 10

2.4 No. of Guest and Visiting faculty and Temporary faculty 02 Nil 25 C.H.B

2.5 Faculty participation in conferences and symposia:

No. of Faculty International level National level State level Attended 15 57 58 PresentedSeminars/ papers 15 33 02 Resource Persons Nil 01 Nil

2.6 Innovative processes adopted by the institution in Teaching and Learning:

1. Lesson note system. 2. Counselling technique. 3. Field visits, Industrial visits 4. Vachan Katta Activity to develop reading habits among students.

2.7 Total No. of actual teaching days 180 During this academic year

2.8 Examination/ Evaluation Reforms initiated by --- the Institution (for example: Open Book Examination, Bar Coding, Double Valuation, Photocopy, Online Multiple Choice Questions)

2.9 No. of faculty members involved in curriculum 02 restructuring/revision/syllabus development as member of Board of Study/Faculty/Curriculum Development workshop

2.10 Average percentage of attendance of students 80%

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2.11 Course/Programme wise Distribution of pass percentage:

Total no. of Division Title of the students Programme appeared Distinction % I % II % III % Total Pass % B.A. 66 1.51 25.75 37.87 --- 65.15 B.Sc. 98 02 31.63 02 --- 35.71 M.A.(Geo.) 02 50 50 -- -- 100 M.A.(Mus.) 21 47.61 23.80 9.52 --- 80.95 M.A.(Home 05 60 20 20 --- 100 Sci.)

2.12 How does IQAC Contribute/Monitor/Evaluate the Teaching & Learning processes:

1. Regular feedback mechanism. 2. Checking of academic planning and performance through academic audit committee. 3. Planning of test schedule.

2.13 Initiatives undertaken towards faculty development

Number of faculty Faculty / Staff Development Programmes benefitted Refresher courses 04 UGC – Faculty Improvement Programme --- HRD program 01 Orientation programmes --- Faculty exchange programme --- Staff training conducted by the university --- Staff training conducted by other institutions 02 Summer / Winter schools, Workshops, etc. 01 Others 01

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2.14 Details of Administrative and Technical staff

Category Number of Number of Number of Number of Permanent Vacant permanent positions positions filled Employees Positions filled during the temporarily Year

Administrative Staff 40 04 ------

Technical Staff 01 ------

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Criterion – III 3. Research, Consultancy and Extension 3.1 Initiatives of the IQAC in Sensitizing/Promoting Research Climate in the institution

1. Research Committee is constituted to promote research activities in the institution. 2. Faculty members are encouraged for doing Ph.D. 3. Faculty members are guided to undertake sponsored research projects. 4. Participation of teachers in academic conferences and paper presentations is notable. 5. Faculty members published their research papers in National and International peer reviewed journals. 6. Faculty members are encouraged to organize workshop.

3.2 Details regarding major projects

Completed Ongoing Sanctioned Submitted Number --- -- 01 02 Outlay in Rs. Lakhs ------86,10,400/- 40,20,000 3.3 Details regarding minor projects

Completed Ongoing Sanctioned Submitted Number ------07 Outlay in Rs. Lakhs ------9,53,000

3.4 Details on research publications

International National Others Peer Review Journals 28 08 02 Non-Peer Review Journals 06 06 -- e-Journals 05 01 -- Conference proceedings 08 14 --

3.5 Details on Impact factor of publications:

Range 2.14 to 5.2 Average --- h-index 4 Nos. in SCOPUS --- 3.6 Research funds sanctioned and received from various funding agencies, industry and other organisations

Duration Name of the Total grant Received Nature of the Project Year funding Agency sanctioned Rajiv Gandhi Science and Technology Major projects 2017-18 Commission. 86,10,400/- -- Govt. of Maharashtra

Minor Projects Interdisciplinary

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Projects Industry sponsored Projects sponsored by the University/ College Students research projects (other than compulsory by the University) Any other(Specify) Total 86,10,400/- --

3.7 No. of books published i) With ISBN No. 01 Chapters in Edited Books

ii) Without ISBN No. 3.8 No. of University Departments receiving funds from

UGC-SAP CAS DST-FIST

DPE DBT Scheme/funds

3.9 For colleges Autonomy CPE DBT Star Scheme

INSPIRE CE Any Other (specify)

3.10 Revenue generated through consultancy --

3.11 No. of conferences/Workshop organized by the Institution

Level Internation National State Unive College al rsity Number --- 01 01 06

Sponsoring --- State Rajya ----- 05- Self financed agencies Women’s marat (Psychology, home Commissions hi Science, ) Funding Vikas 01- o Sanst BioEra Life sciences,

ha Pune

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3.12 No. of faculty served as experts, chairpersons or resource persons 13

3.13 No. of collaboration International -- National -- Any other --

3.14 No. of linkages created during this year --

3.15 Total budget for research for current year in lakhs:

From funding agency --- From Management of University/College ---

Total ---

3.16 No. of patents received this Type of Patent Number year Applied 01 National Granted -- Applied -- International Granted --

Applied -- Commercialised Granted -- 3.17 No. of research awards/ recognitions received by faculty and research fellows Of the institute in the year

Total Internationa Nationa Stat Universit Dis Colleg l l e y t e

Research Awards 02 03

Other(Teaching/Cultural/Social 01 01 3.1 ) 12 8 No. of faculty from the Institution Who are Ph. D. Guides and students registered under them 03

3.19 No. of Ph.D. awarded by faculty from the Institution 08

3.20 No. of Research scholars receiving the Fellowships (Newly enrolled + existing ones)

JRF 01 SRF - Project Fellows - Any other (BARTI) 03 3.21 No. of students Participated in NSS events:

University level 150 State level

National level 01 International level 3.22 No. of students participated in NCC events:

University level 07 State level

National level 02 International level

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3.23 No. of Awards won in NSS: University level 02 State level

National level International level 3.24 No. of Awards won in NCC:

University level State level National level International level

3.25 No. of Extension activities organized

University forum --- College forum 14

NCC 04 NSS 04 Any other ---

3.26 Major Activities during the year in the sphere of extension activities and Institutional Social Responsibility

Sr. Nature & details of extension no. and ISR activity 1. NCC: 4th July, 2017 a tree plantation programme

2. 10th December, 2017 the NCC cadets participated in the ‘Divyang Run’ for encouraging ‘differently –abled’ people 3. Tree Plantation :50 sapling were planted in the college campus, hostel premises and near library

4. Took the initiative in the campaign for registration of students above the age of eighteen as new voters in July2018 as per the directives of Election Commission of India

5. Quiz based on Nutritional Awareness of Mothers of children attending ICDS Aanganwadi, Aurangabad

6. Imparted Nutrition Education to the mothers of Aanganwadi Children, ICDS Centre , Aurangabad On Occasion of ‛ College Establishment Day ’ & ‛Marathwada Mukti Sangram 7. Diwas ’.Very unique & rare book collection present only in Our College Library were exhibited on 21/9/2017. 8. Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar first day at school – the event is celebrated as “ Student Day on 7/11/2017 “ A Book Review competition was organized for college students to inculcate good 9. reading habits and to foster their analytical abilities on 30/11/2017. Through this competition Best reviews were adjudged by an expert panel & the best reviews were awarded with book & certificates.

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On occasion of ‘Marathi Week ‘Students & teacher from Govt. Institute of Forensic 10. Science, Aurangabad visited the college Library on dt. 15/01/2018.

On Birth anniversary of Social thinker Mahatma Jyotiba Phule And Dr. 11. B.R.Ambedkar a grand book exhibition was organized by Sanskar Sahitya Prakashan ,Aurangabad 12. Psychological Testing and Guidance

13. Visit to forensic science Institute, Aurangabad

14. Wall Paper “ZOONEWS”

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Criterion – IV 4. Infrastructure and Learning Resources

4.1 Details of increase in infrastructure facilities:

Facilities Existing Newly Source of Total created Fund Campus area Total ------4613sq.mt 36899sq.Mt Build up 4613Sq. Mt. Class rooms 26 ------26 Laboratories 09 ------09 Seminar Halls 2+1 ------2+1 Library 1342.346 ------Govt of 1342.346 sq.Mts Maharashtra sq.Mts No. of important equipments 37+2=39 DPDC, Abd 39 purchased (≥ 1-0 lakh) during the /DHE Pune current year. Value of the equipment purchased 3023290/- DPDC Abd/ 3023290 during the year (Rs. in Lakhs) DHE Pune Others (Chemical) 1004677/- DPDC 1004677/- Abd/DHE Pune

4.2 Computerization of administration and library

1. Examination - MKCL 2. Partial Computerized Library 3. Provision of Inflibnet, N- list programme of e-journals and e-books.

4.3 Library services:

Existing Newly added 2016-17 2017-2018 Total Nos Value No. Value No. Value Text Books 47415 1843261 451 136431 47866 1979692 Reference Books 2352 426988 00 00 2352 426988 49767 2270249 451 136431 50218 2406680 E-JOURNAL Under N-list ,Ahmedabad& Dr.B.A.M.U. Abad.Remote Access -- 246839 15725 -- 246839 15725 E-Books Under N-list ,Ahmedabad& Dr.B.A.M.U. Abad.Remote Access 87509 15725 87509 15725 Journals/Periodicals 44 32717 01 00 45 28187

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Digital Database ------CD & Video 50 ------50 --- Book Bank 4232 435605 ------4232 435605 Donated Books 1544 351075 ------1544 351075 Others – Back Volume of ------Journal/Periodical 1097 52,000 1097 52,000

4.4 Technology up gradation (overall)

Total Computer Browsing Computer Depart- Internet Office Others Computers Labs Centres Centres ments

Existing 57 03 yes 03 --- 11 20 01

Added ------

Total 57 03 yes 03 --- 11 20 01

4.5 Computer, Internet access, training to teachers and students and any other programme for technology up gradation (Networking, e-Governance etc.)

1. Computers with internet facilities are made available freely to the staff. All faculty members use computers since all of them have passed “Certificate course in Information Technology” conducted by Govt. Of Maharashtra for their employees. 2. The institute has promoted and encouraged research activity by providing online access, networking, internet connectivity etc.

3. Wi-Fi facility is partially available in campus.

4.6 Amount spent on maintenance in lakhs:

i) ICT 178521

ii) Campus Infrastructure and facilities 319031

iii) Equipments 473165

iv) Others 3539000

Total: 4509717

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Criterion – V 5. Student Support and Progression

5.1 Contribution of IQAC in enhancing awareness about Student Support Services

Many support services are made available to students. IQAC contributes in creating and enhancing awareness among students through the following methods-

To provide details regarding college, admission process and various welfare schemes for students in the prospectus.

Counseling committee provides information about admission process, selection of subjects and opportunities for subject.

IQAC organizes principal’s address and Library orientation program to first year students to make familiar with college atmosphere and infrastructure.

Regular display of notices regarding scholarships, admission and examination process by the office for students.

Cultural committee, Sports department motivates students to participate in various National and International events.

Earn and learn scheme for students helps students through financial aid.

IQAC facilitates student welfare, field survey and educational tour for students through various committees and departments

IQAC motivates discipline through Anti-ragging and discipline committee in the college.

5.2 Efforts made by the institution for tracking the progression

Effort in this direction is largely informal. College maintains contact numbers of all the students, particularly post graduate students. Departments are in communication with pass out students through e-mail and what’s app.

5.3 (a) Total Number of students UG PG Ph. D. Others

554 73 ------

(b) No. of students outside the state ------

(c) No. of international students ----

No % No % Men 363 57.89 Women 264 42.10

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Last Year(2016-17) This Year(2017-18) General SC ST OBC Physically Total General SC ST OBC Physically Total Challenged Challenged 326 233 45 186 ---- 780 245 188 39 87 ---- 627

Demand ratio - 1:1 Dropout - 15%

5.4 Details of student support mechanism for coaching for competitive examinations (If any)

A committee for Career Guidance and Placement cell conducts different activities which supports the students preparing for various competitive exams. Committee has arranged 1. A lecture of alumni Akshay Nirmal on Career Opportunities at TISS 2. Competitive Exams and career opportunities 3. MCQ Practice Paper for Marathi grammar.4. Mock Test for Selection purpose 5. Orientation Session 6. Counselling Session 7. Art of Essay writing 8. Mock Interview followed by feedback 8.Union Budget and its Impact on Indian Economy. As suggested by students through feedback, committee has arranged a 15 days’ workshop Vedh preparation of competitive exams in the summer vacation during 14 th April 2018 to 28 th April 2018. Eminent speakers and administrative officers delivered lectures in the

workshop. Faculty members from social sciences also conducted lectures in respective subject area. The focus of the Centre is on competitive examinations conducted by the MPSC, UPSC, SSB, IBPS and other such agencies

No. of students beneficiaries 100

5.5 No. of students qualified in these examinations NET 01 SET 01 GATE --- CAT ---

IAS/IPS etc --- State PSC UPSC --- Others (SET-Dept of Home Science, NET-Dept of Music)

5.6 Details of student counselling and career guidance

1. College has developed a separate center for counseling and career guidance but at

the same time a separate committee for counseling of students also functions during Admission period in June. Members of the committee guide new students about selection of subjects according to their interests, skills and opportunities in

respective subject area. 2. No.Counseling, of students career benefitted guidance and competitive examination committee also organizes various events to introduce career opportunities to the students. 3. It is explained in 5.4.

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5.7 Details of campus placement

On campus Off Campus Number of Number of Students Number of Number of Students Placed Organizations Participated Students Placed Visited Nil Nil Nil Nil

+5.8 Details of gender sensitization programmes

\ 1. On 8 th March ‘2018 International Women’s Day was celebrated by the IQAC cell of Government College of Arts and Science by felicitating girl students, women employees and

Damini Squad. On this occasion girl student of T.Y.B.A Almas Anjum was felicitated for having participated in the Republic Day parade at Delhi. The Certificates of Appreciation were also given away to Shrimati Kusum Kshirsagar and Shrimati Devi Rana for their excellent services by keeping the college precinct clean and tidy. Damini Squad was also felicitated for preventing any untoward incident in the college. Similarly, the Damimi Squad in charge Lata Jadhav and her colleagues Komal Nikalje, Poonam Zalte, Sangita Rithe were also felicitated for the good work done. 2. NSS has organised a national workshop on ‘Gender Sensitization and its Awareness’ on 17 th March 2018. Mrs Anita Pagare and Mr. Milind Chavan conducted technical session in the conference. Mrs. Pagare sensitized students and researchers about difference in Sex and Gender. She explained constitutional aspects of gender equality.Mr.Milind Chavan emphasized on Gender and Patriarchy in India. Patriarchy is the main cause of gender discrimination.

Paper presentation and poster making competition was organised for students. Mrs. Meeratai Umap a Folksong artist performed Bharud on Women Empowerment. She enlightened all to say no to marginalization. 3. Dept. of Home Science organized a workshop on food preservation .It was helpful to develop an entrepreneurial attitude among students.

5.9 Students Activities

5.9.1 No. of students participated in Sports, Games and other events

Participation of students in other events -101

State/ University level 100 National level 01 International level --

No. of students participated in cultural events-

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State/ University level National level International level

5.9.2 No. of medals /awards won by students in Sports, Games and other events

Sports: State/ University level 01 National level --- International level ---

Cultural: State/ University level National level --- International level --

5.10 Scholarships and Financial Support

Number of Amount students Financial support from institution ------Financial support from government (2017- Disbursement 18) thorough state Govt in Process Financial support from other sources ------Number of students who received ------International/ National recognitions

5.11 Student organised / initiatives (Zoology and Botany Dept.)

Fairs : State/ University level -- National level --- International level ---

Exhibition: State/ University level 02 National level --- International level ---

5.12 No. of social initiatives undertaken by the students 18

5.13 Major grievances of students (if any) redressed: ______Nil______

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Criterion – VI

6. Governance, Leadership and Management

6.1 State the Vision and Mission of the institution VISION: “Pursuing educational excellence, character building, overall development of personality and creating responsible citizens with secular outl ook”. MISSION:- ‹ To increase an intellectual and ethical wealth of the learners.

‹ To promote the growth of secular, democratic and positive attitude in the students. ‹ To promote the advancement of knowledge through teaching, research and dissemination. ‹ To increase leadership qualities amongst the learners in order to provide devoted and dedicated democratic citizen and human resources. ‹ To shape desirable and favourable attitudes and develop skills of students for equipping them to face the challenges in all walks of life.

6.2 Does the Institution has a management Information System

The Head of the Department ensure the smooth functioning of the activities of the department with the help of other members of the department.

6.3 Quality improvement strategies adopted by the institution for each of the following:

6.3.1 Curriculum Development

Teachers are encouraged to participate in curriculum designing in university .

6.3.2 Teaching and Learning

The college has implemented an effective system of teaching and learning. As per changing requirement the process is enriched by adopting new methods of learning like use of power point

presentation, use of internet etc.

Many Departments use charts, models and LCD for effective teaching.

From this year various department are given multimedia resources like K-yan for effective and efficient teaching and learning process .

6.3.3 Examination and Evaluation

1. Examination and evaluation is conducted according to Dr.B.A.M.University, Aurangabad. 2. Internal assessment for UG through Test and tutorial is strictly conducted according to the norms given by Dr. B.A.M. University, Aurangabad. 3. Assignments and projects are given to students. 4. Teachers are actively involved in paper setting, paper assessment etc. at university level.

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6.3.4 Research and Development

1. A number of sophisticated instruments necessary for research have been added to various departments. 2. The research committee provides guidance to teachers for pursuing research. 3. Many faculty members have submitted Minor and Major Research proposals under RUSA, central government agencies and other private funding agencies. 4. Marathi Wikipedia Workshop organized by Sanskrit department. 5. Microbiology department organized one day workshop and hands on training on “Advance technique in Molecular biology”.

6.3.5 Library, ICT and physical infrastructure / instrumentation

User Orientation Information Literacy Program to Students:- • A Library Orientation initiative was launched to acquaint first year senior college & Junior

College students with the services provided by the library on 6/9/2017. Library organizes orientation programme in the beginning of every academic year, for all students. During this program introduction of all sections of the library i.e. Reference Book, Text Book to U.G. & P.G. students is given to the students. Information about, how to search particular required reference, text book, Journals from the library is also given. Orientation about library services & facilities, Information programme to enable the user to locate, retrieve, analyze and use information effectively is given in the desired manner. • OPAC facility: - Online Public Access Catalogue: One terminal has been provided to OPAC facility. OPAC terminal are kept at library entrance. On the OPAC users search library documents with help of library staff. On the OPAC following searches are available: By Author, By Title & By Subject .Library advisory committee initiated the purchase of UGC recognized SOUL -02 Software .

6.3.6 Human Resource Management

Academic and co-curricular activities are run and managed by 52 committees of staff members. Core committee coordinates all committees.

6.3.7 Faculty and Staff recruitment

1. Faculty and Staff recruitment are made as per the guidelines of UGC and as well as Government of Maharashtra through M.P.S.C.

2. Clock hour basis teachers are appointed as and when necessary .

6.3.8 Industry Interaction / Collaboration

1.No formal collaboration with industries 2. Industrial Visit Tours are arranged for the students by various departments .

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6.3.9 Admission of Students Admission committee is formed every year which follows Government as well as University

rules related to reservation and admission Procedure.

A poster on Carrier opportunities in the subject were displayed in admission hall which helped students to choose subjects.

6.4 Welfare schemes for

Teaching GIS, GPF, Co-operative society, Govt quarters, medical reimbursement, HBA, vehicle loan and interest free loan for purchase of computer.

Non teaching GIS, GPF, Co, -operative society Govt quarters, medical reimbursement, HBA, vehicle loan and loan for purchase of computer. Festival advance.

Students Earn and Learn scheme , GOI. Minority, EBC &PTC scholarship

6.5 Total corpus fund generated ----

6.6 Whether annual financial audit has been done Yes No √

Note: Audit of Scholarship given Government of India for students from Scheduled cast has been done.

6.7 Whether Academic and Administrative Audit (AAA) has been done?

Audit Type External Internal Yes/No Agency Yes/No Authority Academic No -- Yes Internal committee Administrative No -- No --

Internal Academic Audit committee evaluated the academic work through:

1. Academic Diary checking

2. Completion of syllabus and content taught

3. Availability of teaching staff

4. Methods of teaching and use of ICT

5. Action plans of the department.

6. Attendance of students

7. Feedback of various activities.

Action plan is in progress to overcome short comings in, limitations on various department with respect to these criteria..

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6.8 Does the University/ Autonomous College declare results within 30 days?

For UG Programmes Yes √ No For PG Programmes Yes No √ 6.9 What efforts are made by the University/ Autonomous College for Examination Reforms?

Institution follows the norms given by Dr. B.A.M. University, Aurangabad

6.10 What efforts are made by the University to promote autonomy in the affiliated/constituent colleges?

Not Applicable.

6.11 Activities and support from the Alumni Association

1. A group of alumni sponsoring state level elocution competition annually since 2013.

2. Meeting of ex-faculty members.

6.12 Activities and support from the Parent – Teacher Association

1. Parent teacher meet was organised to discuss Developmental issues of the college. College issues and infrastructural issues were discussed in the meet. 6.13 Development programmes for support staff 1. Workshops conducted by IQAC and various dept. were supportive for teaching and

nonteaching staff. 2. Presentation on ‘Revised guidelines of NAAC for A & A – Role of IQAC’. 3. Workshop on Rules and Regulation for Government employees. 4. Presentation session on Smart class. 5. Foundation course for class 1 Gazetted officers at YASHADA. 6. Stress management workshop by Psychology dept.

6.14 Initiatives taken by the institution to make the campus eco-friendly 1. Tree plantation and nourishment of newly planted saplings throughout a year. 2. “Vanmahostav Saptah” 2/07/2018 to 9/07/2017. 3. Development of Rainwater harvesting project and vermicomposting units. 4. Cleanliness campaign at various places of historical importance and also at some public places organized in Oct-2017 by NSS in association with heritage society. 5. “Swachhata abhiyan” 1-15 August 6. NSS Volunteers participated in Swachha Bharat Mission on 2 nd October 2017. 7. NSS winter camp held between 5/2/18 to 11/2/2018. NSS volunteers worked for development of natural rain water harvest. 8. Home science department activity Paper plastic. 9. Botany department organized “Plant of the week” and organized Medicinal Plant Exhibition and Competition .

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Criterion – VII

7. Innovations and Best Practices

7.1 Innovations introduced during this academic year which have created a positive impact on the Functioning of the institution. Give details.

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1.Dept of Botany organized “Plant of the Week” activity on 21 September 2017 and medicinal plant exibition. All B.Sc III year students presented one medicinal plant and

explored information about it. The objective of this activity is to impart knowledge about medicinal plants and to identify the plant.This activity has created awareness to observe medicinal and important plants around us among students.

2. Under MOU with Government Institute of Science, Aurangabad B. Sc III year students of

Microbiology and Botany department visited Government Institute of Science, Aurangabad on nd th 42 Institute foundation Day on 14 August ,during this visited to various departments and library. It gave exposure to students towards research activity in science. On 10th Feb 2018 Department organized One Day Workshop and Hands on Training on” Advance Techniques in

Molecular Biology” in Collaboration with Bio Era Life Sciences,Pune. Students from various colleges of Marathwada region were participated and benefited.

3. Dept of Zoology published poster Zoo News exploring new information regarding animal

life in the world on 12 th Sept 2017.

3. Dept of History arranged a meeting with the Historian Dr. Morwanchikar and talk on

PAITHAIN at his residence. Department conducts an activity of screening of films on places and leaders i.e. Mahatma Gandhi, Lokmanya Tilak. This has created very good impact on the

reading, observing and analysing habits of the students.

4. Dept of Home science organised food preservation workshop, Breast Feeding Week during 1st to 7 th August and Cooking Competition on “Nutritional Recipe for Pregnant and Lactating

Woman”. Workshop on Tie & Dye and Batik Printing was organized on the 9 th of October.

Various techniques of Tie &Dye and Batik Printing were demonstrated and the participants were allowed to make the samples using these techniques. Dept. has organized visits to textile

and centre. These practices have developed professional approach towards the subject.

5. History dept.organized an interview with Dr. Morwanchikar, a Historian in the city. Dept

also organized an activity of screening of films on places and leaders. This helped students

create a different approach towards subject. 6. Library section organises various activities for students. In association with Earn and Learn scheme

committee. It made work available to economically weaker students who benefit from it & extend help

to the library. Voluntary Gifting Books by the faculty was initiated. This academic year 75 books have

been received. This activity is beneficial for student’s academic carrier.

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7. Dept. of Music organized Gandharva Music Festival in the month of Feb 2018.Wlknown vocalist

and classical music artist performed in this festival .This festival encouraged our students and artists in Aurangabad city to preserve our heritage of Indian classical music.

8. Dept. of psychology organised a workshop on mental stress for students and social awareness programme on “Narcotic Drugs and Smuggling” organized jointly by the department of psychology and Civil Hospital, Aurangabad (Under Prerana Foundation).

9. Dept of Sanskrit organized a workshop on language Wikipedia on collaboration with Rajya Marathi Vikas Parishad. This workshop was useful to create awareness and use of Wikipedia for languages.

9. Various committees like Science forum, Social science forum, Girls hostel, Vidyarthini Manch and anti ragging committee has organised lectures, poster presentation and other events for students.

7.2 Provide the Action Taken Report (ATR) based on the plan of action decided upon at the Beginning of the year

1. Academic audit was conducted through internal audit committee.

2. National conference on gender sensitization was organised. 3. Institutional level two and state level one workshops was organized. 4. Lab instruments and ICT tools were purchased through DPDC funds. 5. Student’s feedback collection through Google software has been initiated.

7.3 Give two Best Practices of the institution (please see the format in the NAAC Self-study Manuals) 1. To promote culture and heritage through music festival. 2. Career guidance and competitive exam center. 3. State level elocution competition by alumni students. 4. Organizing workshops for students and teachers .

Annexure no.3 and 4 has attached separately.

7.4 Contribution to environmental awareness / protection

12. Tree plantation and nourishment of newly planted saplings throughout a year. 13. “Vanmahostav Saptah” 2/07/2017 to 9/07/2017. 14. Development of Rainwater harvesting project and vermicomposting units. 15. Cleanliness campaign at various places of historical importance and also at some public places organized in Oct-2017 by NSS in association with heritage society. 16. “Swachhata abhiyan” 1-15 August 17. Participated in Swachha Bharat Mission on 2 nd October 2017. 18. NSS volunteers worked for development of natural rain water harvesting in a small village. 19. Home science department activity on Paper plastic. 20. Botany department organized “Plant of the week” and organized Medicinal Plant Exhibition and Competition. 21. Ashadhi Ekadashi cleanliness campaign .

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7.5 Whether environmental audit was conducted? Yes No √ 7.6 Any other relevant information the institution wishes to add. (For example SWOT Analysis)

------8. Plans of institution for next year

1. To create infrastrure for ICT based teaching.

2. To adopt online feedback mechanism for students and Alumni.

3. Completion of Boys Hostel building .

4. To start bridge course or certificate course for students.

5. Preparation Proposal for infrastructural facilities under RUSA grants. O

Dr.(Mrs).YUGANDHARA S.TOPARE Dr.(Mrs)ROHINI A. KULKARNI PANDHARE

Coordinator, IQAC Principal & Chairperson, IQAC

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Annexure No.1 GOVERNMENT COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE, AURANGABAD ANNUAL PLANNING ACADEMIC YEAR 2017-2018 Date Programs / Events

15 th June 2017 Opening Day and academic meeting of the Staff under the Chairmanship of the Principal and beginning of Admission process.

26 th June 2017 Anti -Intoxication Day and Celebration of "Shahu Maharaj Birth Anniversary" History Dept.

27 th June 2017 Beginning of Lectures - II, III year

01 st July 2017 A Special Programme on the Occasion of "Agriculture Day" by Botany Dept.

11 th July 2017 Arrangement of lecture on the occasion of ”World Population Day" on behalf of NSS Department.

12 th July 2017 Pre -knowledge Test of the Newly admitted students by each Dept.

13 th July 2017 The Principal Address for Newly Admitted Students.

18 th July 2017 Students - Parents Meet.

21 st July 2017 A workshop for the Merit Scholarship -Holder Students -Extra Coaching for Students-each Dept.

25 th July 2017 NSS Registration

26 th July 2017 A Lecture on the Occasion of "Kargil Victory Day" - NCC

28 th July 2017 Formation of the "Students Council" - According to Univ. Schedule

29 th July 2017 A Vocational "Guidance Camp" for the Students of MCVC.

31 st July 2017 Report on Syllabus Progress.

1-7th Aug. 2017 Celebration of "World Breast Feeding Week" by Home Science Dept.

03 rd Aug. 2017 A meeting of the students of Social Science. Literary Association Science by Each Dept.

09 th Aug. 2017 A Programme on the occasion of "Revolution Day" - Marathi Dept.

10 th Aug. 2017 1) Workshop on "Right to information act" by Political Science & Public Administration Dept.

2) Inauguration of Student council & Psychology bulletin.

Class wise First Test.

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11 th Aug. 2017 One Day NSS Camp and selection of Students for "Earn and Learn" scheme.

15 th Aug. 2017 Flag Hosting and Cleanliness of Campus : - N.S.S.

16 th Aug. 2017 Exhibition on - Poster Poetry by Marathi Dept.

21 st Aug. 2017 Opening Function of Students Council. (Univ. Schedule)

23 rd Aug. "University Foundation Day" Arrangement of special programmes on behalf of the Department of NSS and Culture Committee Inauguration of Association 2017 of Economics Dept.

29 th Aug. 2017 "World Sport Day : Special Programmes" Competitions by sport det.

31 st Aug. 2017 1) Report of the syllabus progress. 2) Inauguration of Association of Sociology. 1st Sept. -7th 2017 National nutrition week celebration by home science department.

5th Sept. 2017 Teachers day -College Activity

7th Sept. 2017 Intercollegiate Sociology and Economics workshop

8th Sept. 2017 International Literacy Day : NSS Programmes

13 th Sept. 2017 1) Exhibition of Anti -Intoxication and lectures -Microbiology Det. 2) Poster presentation by Geographical Association. 14 th Sept. 2017 Day by Hindi Dept.

17 th Sept. 2017 Marat hwada Liberation Day - Marathi Dept.

22 th Sept. 2017 Arranging the camps of competitive Examination by Vocational Guidance - Cell.

24 th Sept. 2017 NSS Day -NSS Unit.

25 th Sept. 2017 Blood donation camp by NCC/NSS

29 th Sept. 2017 Expert Guidance under various Associations of the College.

30 th Sept. 2017 Report of Syllabus progress / Second Class Test

02 nd Oct. 2017 Programmes on the Occasions of birth anniversaries of Mahatma Gandhi and Lal Bahadur Shastri

12 th Oct. 2017 Higher Secondary School Examinations.

16.10.2017 to Vacation 05.11.2017

05 th Nov. 2017 Second Term Opening and the meeting of the staff academic /Study tour.

26 th Nov. 2017 Competitive examination for students for celebration "Constitution Day" by Political Science & Public Administration Det.

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30 th Nov. 2017 Report on Syllabus Progress

01 st Dec. 2017 Street Play and Awareness Rally on the occasion of world AIDS Day - NSS& NCC

10 th Dec. 2017 Rally for "Women right Day"

14 th Dec. 2017 Conduct of the second Test -Week.

15 -16 th Dec. 2017 Gandharv Music Festival by Music Departm ent.

18 th Dec. 2017 National integration Day : Conduct of various programmers by NCC

18 -19 th Dec. 2017 State Level workshop

18 -24 th Dec. 2017 NSS Camp -NSS

23/30 Dec. 2017 Industrial tour by Physics and computer science.

24 th Dec. 2017 World consumer day " Conduct of Prog -Eco Dept.

26 th Dec. 2017 One day workshop on tech of Anchoring by Mar Det.

08 th January 2018 Workshop on "Date Analysis and Statistical Sofware" by Statistic Dept.

12 th January 2018 Birth Anniversary Swami Vivekanand Arrangement of Porgrammers

14 th January 2018 Vidypeeth Namvistar Din

22 nd January 2018 Elocution Competition for B.A. IIIrd year students on Republic Day by Political Science and Public Administration Dept.

26 th January 2018 Republic Day" Fl ag Hosting and conduct of other programmers on nationality

28 th January 2018 Conducting Seminars all Departments.

30 th January 2018 Hut tama Day, Yoga Day : Various Programmers

31 st January 2018 Report on Syllabus Progress

04 -06 th Feb. 2018 Annual Gathering Function.

19 th Feb. 2018 Birth Anniversary of Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj : Various Programmers

27 th Feb. 2018 Marathi as Of ficial Language Day “Program on Behalf of the Dept. of Marathi.

28 th Feb. 2018 World Science Day : Various Scientific Programmers

28 th Feb. 2018 Report on Syllabus progress

01 -10 th Mar. 2018 Preliminary Examinations of XII Std.

08 th March 2018 Wo rld Women's Day Special Program - Women Cell

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15 th March 30th Conduct / Plan of University Annual Examination April 2018

17 th March 2018 World Physically Challenged Day - NSS & NCC

21 th March 2018 Forest Day : Environmental Programmers - Botany Dept.

31 th March 2018 Report on Syllabus Progress

01 -15 th Apr. 2018 Std. Xi Annual Examination

07 th April 2018 World Health Day : Special Programme

14 th April 2018 Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Birth Anniversary : Special Programme

22 th April 2018 World Earth day Arrangement of Programme on behalf of Dept. of Geography.

01 th May 2018 Maharashtra Day : Second Term Close : Meeting of the Staff

02 nd May 2018 Summer Vacation.

N.B. The Activities given above be implemented besides completion of the assigned teaching work.

Principal Govt. College of Arts and Science, Aurangabad

Dr. R.A. Kulkarni Pandhare - Committee In charge Dr. B.P. Kamble - Member Dr. Lad - Member

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Annexure NO.3

Feedback of Parents

(Feedback Questionnaire)

Q. No. 1. How did you get the information about this college? a) Self. b) Others. C) Broacher d) Media. e) Ex. Student F) Regular Student.

Q. No. 2 what are the reasons for taking admission in this college? a) Accessibility. b) Good Reputation. c) The College. d) Good Staff e) Available facilities. Q. No. 3. Whether syllabus is completed within time? a) Yes. b) No. Q. No.4 Do You Think that your child can understand the teaching? a) Yes. b) No. Q. No.5 What teaching aids are available in this college. ? a) Maps b) Charts c) Models. d) Labs. e) Books. f) Others. Q No. 6 Did You observe any changes in your child after admission in this college? a) Learn to study b) Increased self confidence c) Interest in subject d) new thinking/ Motivation e) Completion of work in time f) other. Q No .7 Do teachers help in difficulties? a) Yes. b) No. c) Sometimes d) Always. Q No 8 Do You Think that new syllabus and new subject should be taught in this college? a) Yes b) No. Q No. 9. How do you feel about the college environmental and campus? a) Peaceful b) Progressive c) Competitive. d) Safe e) Friendly f) Other. Q No. 10. Whether the official work is completed within time? a) Yes b) No. Q. No.11. Whether the college time is suitable for your child? a) Yes b) No. Q No.12 .Whether your child takes part in extracurricular activities? a) Yes b) No. Q No. 13 .whether modern techniques are used while teaching in the college? a) Yes b) No. Q No. 14. what are your expectations from the college? a) About Teacher. B) About Teaching. c) College Facilities.

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Feedback from Parents (Feedback report 2017-2018)

Q. No. 1.

A B C D E F 51% 2% 8% 4% 2% 32% Q. No. 2.

A B C D 7% 35% 54% 6% Q. No. 3.

A B c 85% 8% 7% Q. No. 4.

A B 92% 8% Q. No. 5.

A B C D E F 35% 45% 66% 40% 27% 1% Q. No. 6.

A B C D E F 76% 56% 28% 32% 32% 5% Q. No. 7.

A B C D 100% - - - Q.No.8.

Yes No 91% 9% Q. No. 9.

A B C D E F 61% 20% 31% 35% 28% - Q. No. 10.

Yes No 92% 8% Q. No. 11.

Yes No 81% 19% Q. No. 12.

A B C D 31% 49% 11% 9% Q. No. 13.

Yes No 79% 21% Q. No. 14.

LCD OHP COMP. PROJECTOR 5% 11% 20% 7%

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GOVT. COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE, AURANGABAD Best Practices I

1. Title of the Practices: Gandharva Music Festival

2. Goal: -

The aim of this practice is to create cultural atmosphere in the college as well as to preserve heritage of Indian classical music

3. The Content: -

Our College is one of the oldest institutions for higher education in Marathwada region of Maharashtra state. Depart ment of Music is oldest department in the region. Very few colleges have music as an optional subject at U.G. and P.G. level. Most of the students admitting here are from rural area and underprivileged group. Many of them possesses good singing Qualities. This festival has brought out an exposure for performing arts. Students of our college and citizens of Aurangabad city enjoyed this festival. This was the second year of festival.

4. The Practice:-

Felicitation of renowned artist in the classical music field is an important practice of this festival. This year, Pandit. Dr.Kamalkar Palikir and Pandit.Ramesh Kanole from Marathwada region were felicitated for valuable contribution in classical music. Performance of vocalist and performance on instrumentation are two parts of this festival. This year on 4th Dec.2017 festival was organised. Following well-known artist gave musical treat to our city through this festival organised by our college.

1. Dr.Ashwini Bhide Deshpande of Jaipur Gharana as vocalist

2. Pandit Ramdas Palsule as Tabla Artist

5. Evidence of Success:-

All students of our college as well as disciples of classical music were present on this occasion. Many artists in music area were present. Total 200 classical music lovers were gathered in this festval.This event gave opportunity to our students to listen classical music of stalwarts in this field.

6. Problems Encountered:- No problems encountered.

Principal, Govt. College of Arts and Science, Aurangabad.

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GOVT. COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCE, AURANGABAD

Best Practices II

1. Title of the Practices : To organize workshops and festivals promoting quality atmosphere for cultural and academic enrichment of the institution.

2. Goal :-

The aim of this practice is to create academic and cultural atmosphere for healthy development of the students from rural as well as urban area and others. This activity is also supportive for the staff.

3. The Content :-

Our college is one of the oldest institutions for higher education in Marathwada region of Maharashtra state. Most of the students are from underprivileged group of the society. To percolate quality education and to be well versed with the every current aspect in the globalized era is the basic motive behind this practice. Most of the departments have organised workshops at regional and state level in the college. All workshops are self financed. Eminent resource persons and guests enlightened and introduced new trends in the respected subjects. Following table explains the nature of this practice.

4. The Practice :-

sr. Name of the Title of the Workshop/Festivals Resource persons invited Date No Department 01. Psychology The workshop on mental stress and 1) Dr. Anagha Patil 12-09-17

coping strategy Vivekanand College

2) Dr. Aparna Ashtaputre-

Department of Psychology, Dr. B.A.M.U.Aurangabad.

02. Home Science One day workshop on “Food Mrs.Alka 5-01- 2017 Preservation” Joshi,Demonstrator, Fruit Processing Center , JDA Office Aurangabad . 03. Music Gandharva Music Festival Performing Artist 4-12-2017 1.Dr.AshwiniBhide Deshpande of Jaipur Gharana as vocalist

2. Pandit Ramdas Palsule as Tabla Artist

04. Microbiology One Day Workshop and Hands on Collaboration with Bio Era 10-02-18 Life Sciences, Pune . Training on” Advance Techniques in

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Molecular Biology”

05 Alumni students State level elocution competition Examiners- 1.Mr.Bhange 12-01-18 2.Dr.Sanjeev Sawale organised by Alumni. 3.Smt.Sharmishtha Bhosale

5. Evidence of Success :-

All above events were successful. Students from our collage interacted with the resource persons. Organisers collected feedback of every event.

Very good feedback from participants and suggestion of students to organise workshops frequently is the evidence of success. Participants have suggested various topics for future organisation of workshop.

6. Problems Encountered: -

No problems were encountered.

Principal, Govt. College of Arts and Science, Aurangabad.

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Annexure NO.6 Government College of Arts & Science, Aurangabad

Number of students Admitted to the college 2017-18

Programme Male Female Total SC ST Other OBC Open B.A. 171 107 278 110 19 37 26 86 B.SC 154 122 276 62 19 22 55 118 M.A.(Music) 30 14 44 11 01 05 02 25 M.A.(Ho.Sci) 02 14 16 02 -- 02 03 09 M.A.(Geography) 06 07 13 03 01 ---- 01 08 Total 363 264 627 188 39 68 87 245

categories Male Female TOTAL 103 85 188 SC ST 28 11 39 OTHER 44 24 68 OBC 45 42 87 OPEN 143 102 245 TOTAL 363 264 627

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Categorywise Distribution Of Students Admitted 2017-18

OTHERS 11% SC 30%

GEN/OPEN 39% OBC ST 14% 6%

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Annexure No.7

Total Books Published By Faculty Members During 2017-18

Sr.no. Name of Publication Title of Subject/subject Name of National/international/ faculty Year book Area publisher ISBN/ISSN (If avaible) 1. Dr. Pramila 17 December "Samajsev Social Science Ajanta National Haridas 2017 echi Social Area Prakashan, ISBN No. - 978-93- Bhujade Krutishil ISO- 83587-92-6 Prayogshal 900/:2008 a Rashtriya QML Seva Yojna"

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Annexure No.8 Outstanding Students in curricular and co-curricular Activities

Various Prizes to Students 2017-18

Sr. Name of the student Nature of Prize/Award Place/Location Date/year no

01 Saachi Arora B.A. II State Level 1st prize of Shivchatrapati Jan 2018 Rs.1000 for paper writing college,Aurangabad and presentation on Gender Budgeting

02 Shubham Suradkar State level 2nd prize of Shivaji college, Jan 2018 Rs.3000 for project writing and presentation B.A.III on Economics of cotton production

03 Savari Patil State Level 2nd prize of Shivchatrapati Jan 2018 Rs.500 for paper writing college, and presentation on Aurangabad B.A. III English Drama

04 Khan Almas Anjum Selected for Republic Day New Delhi 26 th Jan 2018 Parade in New Delhi

05 Jyoti Malwar Best Volunteer of NSS Mumbai 24 th sept 2017 state level award by Chief Minister

06 Prashant Gawai & Prize of Rs.1500 for state Balbheem college 2017-18 Divya Adkine level Poster making Beed competition

07 Shraddha Pathare Second prize for essay .Dist Jan 2018 writing competition on Aurangabad Birds

08 Utkarsha Wankhede Best Singer title National 23 rd Dec 2017 to Integration 3rd Jan 2018 SUO NCC Camp,

09 NCC Cdt Rani Best Camp Senior Annual Training 7th sept2017 to Nagare Camp,Aurangabad 6thNov 2017

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10 NCC Cdt Prajakta Best cultural performer Annual Training 7th sept2017 to Phokane Camp,Aurangabad 6thNov 2017

11 NCC Cdt Sadhana Best cadet award Annual Training 17 th sept 2017 to Joshi Camp,Aurangabad 26 th sept 2017

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No of Social initiatives Undertaken by the students

Sr.No Nature of social initiative Name of the Date & year organizer

1 Cleanliness Drive on Ashadhi NSS 4th July 2017 Ekadashi at Pandharpur

2 Swachata Abhiyan NSS 1st to 15 th Aug 2017

3 Swachata Abhiyan NSS 10 th sept2017

4 Aids Day Rally NSS 1 st Dec2017

5 Water conservation,Cleanliness NSS 5th feb 2018 to 11 th drive,tree plantation,orientation feb 2018 on eradication of superstitions,orientation on animal husbandary in winter camp

6 Tree plantation NCC girls 4th July 2017

7 ‘Ragging kills’ postar NSS,NCC & 8th sept 2017 competition Anti ragging committee

8 Blood Donation Camp NCC boys& 26 th Nov2017 girls

9 Participation in Divyang Run for Navjeevan 10 TH Dec 2017 differently abled people NGO

10 Heritage Cleaning and NCC boys ------monument conservation campaign

11 Participation of NCC boys in Indian Cadet ------Treck from Gogababa hill to Force

12 Clanliness Drive on Mahatma NCC boys 2nd Oct 2017 Gandhi Jayanti

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13 Visit to Old Age Home Dept of Home 2017-18 Science

14 Participation in heritage walk Sakal News 10 th sept 2017 paper group

15 Organization of All India Statistics Dept of 28 th Jan 2018 th th Olympiad for 9 and 11,12 student Statistics

16 Formation of Gasca Web Blood GWBB 2017-18 Bank Committee of the college

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Awards to the Faculty During 2017-2018

Sr.no. Name of faculty Award at Details and nature of Date N/S/U/D/C award( name of the organization/institution) 1 Dr.Bhavana Vivek Patole State Level BalashastriJambhekarPatraka 6 January 2018 rSangh, Maharashtra

Rajayastariya SahityabhushanPuraskar 2 Dr.BhavanaVivekPatole State Level Kokan Marathi 27 January 2018 SahityaParishad Shrikant Shetye SmrutiVisheshPurask ar 3 Dr.BhavanaVivekPatole State Level Tarunai Foundation, 4 February 2018 Kutasa, Akola, Rajayastariya SahityaratanaPuraskar 4 Dr.BhavanaVivekPatole National KruitkabahuuddeshiyaSansth 8 March 2018 a&BharatiyaPatrakarSangh SavitriguravRashtriyaPurask ar 5 Dr. Pramila Haridas Bhujade Excellent Assistant 'Universal Research Ground', 3 September Professor, National Universal Research Ground 2017 Award 2017, R.N. International Journal 5th 1010012 Vardhapan Programme.

6 DR.Vaishali S Deshmukh National Award Avishkar social 2018 &educational Foundation Kolhapur

7 DR.Vaishali S Deshmukh State level Award Avishkar social 2018 Jijamata purskar &educational Foundation Kolhapur

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Annexure No.10 Government College of Arts & Science, Aurangabad IQAC Members (Oct. 2017 onwards)

1.Dr.Rohini Kulkarni Pandhare Chairperson and Principal 2.Dr.Yugandhara S.Topare Coordinator 3.Dr.Anuradha Nisal Member 4.Dr.Seema Bodkhe Member 5.Mrs.Suchita Bharambe Member 6.Mr.Sandeep Jogdand Member 7.Miss.Trupti Sapkale Member 8.Mr.Ajaykumar Gandhi Member 9.Mr.G.M.Ghode Administrative Officer (Office Representative) 10.Mr.Chakradhar Dalvi Community representative Editor,Lokmat Daily News paper 11.Mrs Jyoti Dashrathe Industrialist Rucha Engineering,Waluj,MIDC 12.Santosh More(M.A Music) Students Representative 13.Isha Joshi (B.Sc III) Students Representative

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Abbreviations:

CAS - Career Advanced Scheme

CAT - Common Admission Test

CBCS - Choice Based Credit System

CE - Centre for Excellence

COP - Career Oriented Programme

CPE - College with Potential for Excellence

DPE - Department with Potential for Excellence

GATE - Graduate Aptitude Test

NET - National Eligibility Test

PEI - Physical Education Institution

SAP - Special Assistance Programme

SF - Self Financing

SLET - State Level Eligibility Test

TEI - Teacher Education Institution

UPE - University with Potential Excellence

UPSC - Union Public Service Commission

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