D.A.V. P.G. College also known as DAV Degree College[2] is a Government-Aided degree college affiliated to the University of Lucknow[3][4][5] and recognised by University Grants Commission. It was established in 1948 by Pandit Ras Bihari Tiwari and Shri Bhrigu Dutt Tiwari. It is based on the ideals of Dayananda Saraswati and Arya Samaj. The college has its origin in a school started in the premises of Arya Samaj temple in Ganeshganj locality in 1918. In 1926, the school shifted to the present premises, and graduate classes were started in 1956.[6][7]
Hindi: Dayanand Anglo Vaidik Mahavidyalaya | |
| Motto | |
|---|---|
Motto in English | "Lead us from Darkness to light" |
| Type | Public |
| Established | 1919 |
Academic affiliation | UGC; BCI |
| Principal | Prof. (Dr.) Rajiv Kumar Tripathi [1] |
| Undergraduates | B.Sc, LL.B, B.A |
| Postgraduates | M.A |
| Address | Pt. Ras Bihari Tiwari Marg , , Uttar Pradesh , 226004 , 26°50′12″N 80°53′57″E / 26.83667°N 80.89917°E |
| Campus | Urban, 25 acres (10 ha) |
| Language | Hindi, English |
| Colors | Saffron |
| Affiliations | University of Lucknow |
| Website | website |
Spread over 25 acres, the main campus is situated in Arya Nagar, near Naka Hindola, 1 km from Charbagh Railway Station. It offers graduate courses in Arts, Law and Science stream. It has two campuses, one for Law and another for Arts And Science. In 2012, India Today placed the college amongst top 5 "Best Science Colleges in Lucknow".[8]
Academics
editThe college offers undergraduate courses in B.A., B.Sc., and LL.B, and a postgraduate course in M.A. (Ancient Indian History) within the field of Indian History.
The college also offers job-oriented add-on certificate courses, including Traditional Hand Embroidery, Information Technology (IT) Coordinator in Schools, and a Diploma in Yoga. These programs are designed to provide practical skills and qualifications that enhance career opportunities in their respective fields.
Department
edit- Department of Ancient Indian History
- Department of Botany
- Department of Chemistry
- Department of Education
- Department of Law
- Department of Economics
- Department of English
- Department of Geography
- Department of Hindi
- Department of Mathematics
- Department of Sanskrit
- Department of Physical Educations
- Department of Physics
- Department of Political Sciences
- Department of Sociology
- Department of Statistics
- Department of Zoology
Infrastructure and Facilities
editThe college has a central library. There are science laboratories for geography, physics, chemistry, zoology, and botany. The Pt. Bhrigu Dutt Tiwari Auditorium is air-conditioned and has sound and lighting systems. There is a canteen for staff and students, filtered water coolers, separate washrooms for boys and girls on each floor, and a girls' common hall with books, magazines, and indoor games.
The college has a sports field, a football field, a basketball court, and an indoor sports complex with facilities for volleyball, kabaddi, table tennis, badminton, chess, handball, carrom, football, and cricket. There is a Science Club, affiliated with Vigyan Prasar and a Culture and Heritage Club. The Herbal Garden has over 20 medicinal plant varieties, supporting environmental sustainability.
There are NCC (National Cadet Corps) units for boys and a new unit for girls, NSS (National Service Scheme) for community engagement, and a Directorate of Student Welfare (DSW) for resolving student issues. The Career Counselling and Placement Cell aids in career guidance and job placements, and an Internal Complaint Committee (ICC) and Internal Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC) to monitor standards and address grievances.
The campus is eco-friendly, incorporating water harvesting, solar street lights, and solar panels. It is committed to being ragging-free and accessible to students with disabilities, with parking facilities for both two-wheelers and four-wheelers. Additional features include a Proctorial Board for discipline, a Media Cell/Social Media Cell for communication, and regular national and international seminars/webinars for learning opportunities. Students can access government scholarships and schemes. The college celebrates student achievements with the annual fest, Abhivyakyti,[9] and reports contributions in its magazine, Deepshikha.
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ "About DAV Degree College". Retrieved 30 August 2024.
- ^ "Marking a century of excellence, DAV College in Lucknow proudly celebrates 103 years of legacy and learning since its founding in 1919". The Times of India. 23 December 2022. ISSN 0971-8257. Retrieved 21 August 2024.
- ^ "University of Lucknow". udrc.lkouniv.ac.in. Retrieved 21 August 2024.
- ^ "Affiliated College Directory". Lucknow University. Archived from the original on 16 February 2014. Retrieved 24 September 2014.
- ^ "D.A.V. P.G. College". Jagran Josh. Retrieved 24 September 2014.
- ^ "About us". D.A.V. P.G. College, Lucknow (in Hindi). Archived from the original on 29 September 2014. Retrieved 24 September 2014.
- ^ "D.A.V. Degree College". Navbharat Times. Retrieved 24 September 2014.
- ^ "Best ScienceColleges 2012 in Lucknow India Today Survey". India Today. 2012. Retrieved 24 September 2014.
- ^ Mishra, Abhishek (6 March 2024). "Lucknow News: डीएवी में अभिव्यक्ति कार्यक्रम का हुआ समापन, कॉलेज ने जीती पांच प्रतियोगिताएं | News Track in Hindi". newstrack.com (in Hindi). Retrieved 21 August 2024.
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