About the Department

The Department of Political Science at Vikas College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Vikhroli, established in 1994, has been a vibrant center of learning and civic engagement for nearly three decades. Located in the cosmopolitan suburb of Vikhroli in Mumbai, the department reflects the diversity, dynamism, and democratic spirit of the city.

Since its inception in 1994, the Department of Political Science has been committed to providing quality education in political theory, Indian government and politics, public administration, international relations, and contemporary global issues. The department nurtures analytical thinking, democratic values, and social responsibility among students. The department actively supports such students by fostering an inclusive, accessible, and student-friendly academic environment.

POLITICAL SCIENCE_COURSES OFFERED

1) First Year BA_Sem _The Constitutional Framework of Indian Polity (NEP)

2) First Year BA_Sem II_Political Process in India (NEP)

3) Second Year BA_Sem III_Public Administration (NEP)

4) Second Year BA_Sem IV_Indian Administration (NEP)

5) Third Year BA_Sem V_UAPOL 501_World Politics IV

6) Third Year BA_Sem V_UAPOL 502_Western Political Thought V

7) Third Year BA_Sem V_UAPOL 503_Politics of Modern Maharashtra VI

8) Third Year BA_Sem VI_UAPOL 601_India in World Politics IV

9) Third Year BA_Sem VI_UAPOL 602_Indian Political Thought V

10) Third Year BA_Sem VI_UAPOL 603_Determinants of Politics Maharashtra VI

Vision

The Department of Political Science aims to empower students especially those from economically and socially diverse backgrounds with knowledge, confidence, and democratic values, enabling them to become informed citizens and responsible leaders in society.

 Mission

●   Promoting critical thinking, analytical skills, and ethical reasoning.

●   Strengthening understanding of democratic values, constitutional principles, and responsible

citizenship.

 ●  Supporting bilingual learners by enhancing conceptual clarity and academic communication skills.

 ●  Encouraging civic engagement, electoral awareness, and active participation in democratic

processes.

 ●  Creating opportunities for academic excellence, research orientation, and career development.

● Empowering students to become socially responsible, informed, and confident contributors to

society.