Human Development and Childhood Studies (HDCS)

Overview

Established in 1970, the Department came into being as the Department of Child Development. Over the decades, while retaining this niche expertise, it evolved and broadened its focus to encompass the entire life-span hence the name Human Development and Childhood Studies.

The Department has been committed to providing a coherent framework for learning across the curriculum as well as encouraging faculty to retain unique teaching styles and interests. Classroom instruction, professional organisational linkages, community service, and supervised field experiences provide the knowledge and skills necessary for careers in Human Development. Extensive – and meaningful – use of IT provides students with a contemporary educational experience.

Unique strengths of the Department are:

Develops a multi-faceted understanding of human development

The varied domains of human development are both distinct and inter-related. Nature – in the form of our genetic make-up – does affect who we are. However, what we become is determined as much by the socio-economic, cultural, historical and educational, as well as our own volition and agency. Human beings shape the context for self and others, while also being shaped by it. Our courses explore these aspects in depth and enable a dynamic and forward-looking understanding that helps our students interpret their past and impact their futures.

Combines theory, practice and research

Theoretical perspectives that illustrate developmental patterns, appropriate methods of research inquiry along with practical work with children and families form the major constituents of the course.

Takes a multi-disciplinary approach and responds to emerging social trends

The description of social, cultural, economic and psychological dimensions educate students of the ideal and real influences on the lives of growing children. The changes in several social configurations have had an impact on the course content and resulted in revisions that take cognizance of plurality in workspaces, new forms of gender images, a growing understanding of relevance of the rights approach to social policy and legislation and the special place of the child in the 21st century. The course also provides changing and progressive growth of legal and economic provisions as well as support for children and youth by GOI and NGO efforts.

A Child Study Centre located in the same building

Apart from academic excellence, the Department reaches out to the community through programmes such as the Rajkumari Amrit Kaur Child Study Centre, a counselling cell and an early intervention centre. The Rajkumari Amrit Kaur Child Study Centre, a laboratory school has been an integral part of the Department, providing regular hands-on experiences to the students as well as making quality services including early intervention, available to young children and their families. It also acts as a space for providing supervision to ECCE trainees from other educational institutions such as IGNOU, Mobile Creches and Jamia Millia Islamia.

Prepares students for research and people-oriented careers

The multi-disciplinary curriculum draws upon the disciplines of Sociology, Psychology, Anthropology and Education. With people as our subject, learning is enhanced by the application of theory to real world issues. At the Masters level each student undertakes an empirical study under the supervision of the department faculty independently. This provides the experience of planning and carrying out research. Students also master the various aspects of developing print and audio-visual material for varied audiences across the lifespan. These fulfil needs that range from advocacy to education to entertainment. Organisational placements and internships are a compulsory component of the coursework. It prepares students for careers that focus on helping individuals, families and organisations in tackling developmental challenges and life-cycle issues. The diverse careers range from education and health to counselling, family-support services and media to policy development, national and international development projects as well as in research settings. The alumni work with children, families, communities, governments and organisations across the globe, influencing, in particular, the lives of children everywhere.

Contributions to Contemporary India

The Department furthers policy and practice in human development, with an emphasis on addressing children’s development, by

Preparing professionals with cultural rootedness and competence to deal with contemporary concerns
Undertaking qualitative and quantitative research to deepen the academic understanding of people, contexts, and development
Providing academic resource to the social and educational sector, governmental or non-governmental initiatives, and contributing to movements for social justice and human rights
Applying academic research to support industry/economy /business

Vision

Multi-disciplinary department devoted to understanding the nature of human development across the life span in a culturally diverse, changing and complex world.

Mission

Human Development and Childhood Studies is a multidisciplinary department devoted to understanding the nature of human development across the lifespan in a culturally diverse, changing and complex world. Our endeavour is to apply contextual and systemic frameworks to the study of development and relationship processes through research, teaching and application.
The Department engages students in a curriculum that values and supports interdisciplinary perspectives and combines classroom learning with field opportunities. There is a special emphasis on the study of heterogeneity among children and adults in varied settings.

Objectives

The programme structure and environment encourages research, scholarship and outreach opportunities to contribute to the field. The various courses offered in the Department enable students to:

Study the domains of human development from the life span perspective
Examine the interaction between the child and the socio-cultural systems, including educational settings
Promote competence in scientific study, research in the field, and the use of relevant assessment measures for children
Develop sensitivity and skills in working with children and families
Acquire working knowledge in counselling children and families
Plan and implement programmes for children
Create awareness about children and families living in difficult circumstances
Provide students with a situated career exposure through internships and placements.

Courses Offered

Faculty

Teaching Staff

Prof. Shraddha Kapoor

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Dr. Punya Pillai

Associate Professor

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Dr. Savita Sagar

Associate Professor

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Dr. Indra Chander

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Dr. Dolly Florence Murmu

Associate Professor

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Dr. Dimple Rangila

Assistant Professor

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Ms. Arpit Yadav

Assistant Professor (Psychology)

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Dr. Karan Sachdeva

Assistant Professor

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Dr. Deepa S. Kannur

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Dr. Chanda Rawat

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Ms. Kritika

Assistant Professor

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Ms. Shikha Tiwari

Assistant Professor

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Ms. Rakhi Dhaka

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Non Teaching Staff

Devendra Sharma

Dimple

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Time Table

For Time Table, please view the Time Table Page

Distinguished Alumnae

Anjali Misra, Professor of Special Education, SUNY Potsdam.
Anubha Rajesh, ECD/ECCE Consultant; Former Chair Professor, Centre for Early Childhood Development & Research, Jamia Millia Islamia, New Delhi.
Ashmeet Oberoi, Assistant Professor of Professional Practice, University of Miami
Huma Kidwai, Senior Education Specialist, The World Bank.
Jaisika Goel, Founder, Crafting Lives.
Jyoti Dhingra, International Programme and Policy Advisor, World Food Programme, Dhaka, Bangladesh; National Representative India, ARNEC.
Nandita Chaudhary, Consultant.
Neha Singh, Indian theatre maker, author and campaigner, Initiator of Why Loiter movement.
Parul Srivastav, Deputy Director (Retd.), NIPCCD.
Rajni Dhingra, Professor and Dean Research Studies, University of Jammu.
Roopa Shankar, Principal, Little Scholars, Uttar Pradesh.
Sajeetha Barathi, Principal, The Titan School, Hosur, Karnataka.
Sujata Sriram, Professor, TISS.
Sunisha Ahuja, Education Specialist ECE, ‎UNICEF India.
Suniya S. Luthar, Co-founder and Chief Research Officer, Authentic Connections.

Placements & Internships

Our students get placed in best of companies and organizations. The students also get a chance to do the internships very renowned companies and organizations. Complete list can be viewed here: Placements & Internships

The Department of Human Development and Childhood Studies has over the years developed a network with various reputed schools, government and non-government organisations and other research and extension agencies. Every year in the months of June-July, students are helped to link with these organisations based on their interests for the purpose of internship. This provides excellent opportunities to prepare for and understand the professional world through field exposure, hands-on learning and peer networking. Students document their experiences as well as make a presentation at the department which leads to both reflection and consolidation of their work. As a consequence of good performance these organizations have also offered employment to the students, once recent example is SEWA Bharat.

Placements

2018-2020

Sr. No.	List of organisations
1.	Human Dreams India
2.	Better.com
3.	YP foundation
4.	Uttar Pradesh Higher Education Services Commission
5.	Titli

Internships

2020

S.no.	List of Interning organizations
1.	National Council of Educational Research and Training (NCERT)
2.	Pratham
3.	Self-Employed Women’s Association (SEWA)
4.	The Kutumb Foundation

Annual Calendar

2025-2026

Internship report presentations of M.Sc. Previous students	August 2025
Seminar by invited persons on ECCE	August 2025
Teacher’s Day celebration	September 2025
Thesis Proposal Presentations of M.Sc. Final students	September 2025
Orientation Program and Welcome party for new PG students	September 2025
Seminar on Persons on Disability by invited resource person	October 2025
World Mental Health Day celebration	October 2025
Technical Review Board meeting for M.Sc. Final thesis proposals	October 2025
IEC meeting of the Departmental thesis	November 2025
Children’s Day Celebration in collaboration with RAKCSC	November 2025
Department Annual lecture, seminars, panel discussions and workshops	November 2025
Celebration of International Day of Persons with Disabilities	December 2025
Thesis findings presentation by M.Sc. final students	March 2026
Thesis submission for M.Sc. Final students	April 2026
Department farewell to students	April 2026
Thesis viva voce of M.Sc. Final students	May/June 2026

2024-2025

Seminar on “Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All – Role of Breastfeeding in Child Development”.	August 2024
A theatre and drama-in-education practitioner	August 2024
A Library orientation	August 2024
Workshop on Breastfeeding	August 2024
Alumni meet “Celebrating the Past, Embracing the Present, Shaping the Future”	August 2024
Effective Planning and Strategic Approaches for Field Work	August 2024
Workshop on “Emotion in Motion”	August 2024
Lecture on “Professional Ethics in Fieldwork Research: Balancing Integrity, Respect, and Practicality”	August 2024
Teacher’s Day celebration	September 2024
Context, curriculum and pedagogy in ECCE	August 2024
Thesis Proposal Presentations of M.Sc. Final students	September 2024
Orientation Program and Welcome party for new PG students	September 2024
Workshop on Emotional Resilience and Coping Mechanisms	October 2024
Webinar on Prenatal: Development and Care	October 2024
Workshop on “Understanding Autism: Enhancing Support and Inclusion “	October 2024
Seminar on Understanding Inclusion: Concept, Policy and Practices	October 2024
Workshop on Assessment of Developmental Domains	October 2024
Webinar on Laws and Policies Related to Children with Disabilities	October 2024
Technical Review Board meeting for M.Sc. Final thesis proposals	October 2024
IEC meeting of the Departmental thesis	November 2024
Session on Effective Planning and Strategic Approaches for Field Work	February 2025
Lecture on Legal Safeguards for Children: Constitutional Provisions, Laws & Conventions	February 2025
Session on Professional Ethics in Fieldwork Research: Balancing Integrity, Respect, and Practicality	February 2025
Lecture on Empowering Children: Policies & Programs in India	February 2025
Lecture on UNCRC: Concept, Policy and Practices	February 2025
Workshop on Laws and Policies for Women and Children in India	February 2025
Workshop on Assessment of Developmental Domains	March 2025
Online Lecture on Legal Safeguards for Children: Constitutional Provisions, Laws & Conventions	March 2025
Thesis findings presentation by M.Sc. final students	March 2025
Thesis submission for M.Sc. Final students	April 2025
Department farewell to students	April 2025
Thesis viva voce of M.Sc. Final students	May 2025

2023-2024

Thesis Proposal Presentations of M.Sc. Final students	September 2023
Orientation Program and Welcome party for new PG students	September 2023
Teacher’s day Celebration	September 2023
Technical Review Board meeting for M.Sc. Final thesis proposals	October 2023
Session on Practising Mindfulness	October 2023
IEC meeting of the Departmental thesis	November 2023
Children’s Day Celebration in collaboration with RAKCSC	November 2023
Elderly well-being in relation to digital advancement	February 2024
Workshop on ‘Child Rights and Women Empowerment in India: Concepts and Practices dated	March 2024
Workshop on ‘Laws & Policies for Women & Children in India’.	March 2024
Thesis findings presentation by M.Sc. final students	March 2024
Thesis submission for M.Sc. Final students	April 2024
Department farewell to students	April 2024
A workshop on “Education through puppetry” under the course SEC- Content Development and Media for Children	April 2024
Webinar on “Laws and policies related to women and children in India”	April 2024
Webinar on “Infant care and assessment” for Life Span Development-I.	April 2024
Workshop on ‘Integrating Mindfulness with Social Emotional Learning’ by Mindfulness coaches.	April 2024
Webinar on “Workshop on life skills for holistic development in adolescents” for LSD-II students.	April 2024
A workshop on “Stimulation activities on multiple domains” for the course Human Development I	April 2024
Workshop on “Art therapy: Developmental activities for toy design, mind and technology”	April 2024
Lecture on “Understanding child rights and social context”	April 2024
Workshop on “Assessment of developmental domains by psychometric tests (Lifespan Development)”	April 2024
Workshop on “Dance Movement Therapy”	May 2024
Thesis viva voce of M.Sc. Final students	May/June 2024

2022-2023

Thesis Proposal Presentations of M.Sc. Final students	September 2022
Teacher’s Day celebration	September 2022
Orientation Program and Welcome party for new PG students	September 2022
Technical Review Board meeting for M.Sc. Final thesis proposals	October 2022
IEC meeting of the Departmental thesis	November 2022
Children’s Day Celebration in collaboration with RAKCSC	November 2022
Theatre Workshop on Socio-emotional learning by SHWETA SINGH National School of Drama (T.I.E. Wing)	January 2023
Interactive decoding Session on happiness By Ms. Vasudha Arora National Award Winner, Educationist and Happiness Coach	January 2023
Session on “Mixed-method and Case-centred Research: In-depth Study of Children’s Experiences”	January 2023
A Session on Counselling and Intervention for Child Development	January 2023
Webinar on Loving Relationships with Loving Boundaries	January 2023
Workshop: Mindfulness Simplified	January 2023
A Session on “Counselling: An overview”	January 2023
Workshop on “Mindfulness for psychological well-being”	February 2023
Art Therapy workshop	February2023
Workshop on “Mindfulness for Success: Navigating Through Exams, Peer Pressure and Career Choices”	February 2023
Rajkumari Amrit Kaur Child Study Centre Annual Sports Day	February 2023
Session on “Adolescent Counselling: Do’s and Don’ts in a session”	February 2023
Workshop on “The Process of Counselling”	March 2023
Public Lecture: Child Rights in India: Issues and Challenges, Speaker: Shri Kailash Satyarthi, Nobel Peace Laureate, 2014	March 2023
Session on “Planning developmentally appropriate activities for children with disability”	March 2023
Thesis findings presentation by M.Sc. final students	March 2023
Thesis submission for M.Sc. Final students	April 2023
Department farewell to students	April 2023
Thesis viva voce of M.Sc. Final students	May/June 2023

2021-2022

2020-2021

Date	Activity
May, 2020 – July, 2020	A series of webinars were conducted during the period of May to July, 2020
August, 2020	Classes resume for Masters-I
September, 2020	Online internship of Masters student in Institutes of Disability for one month period. Workshop on storytelling; Theatre workshop
October, 2020	Technical Review Board meeting for Masters thesis proposal. Workshop on parenting and early intervention in neonates (Lecture in the series of 50th year celebrations of the Department)
November, 2020	Institutional Ethics Committee meeting for Masters thesis proposal. A five-day workshop organised on ‘Gender’ Lecture in the series of 50th year celebrations of the Department
December, 2020	Webinar on ‘Disability’ Lecture in the series of 50th year celebrations of the Department
January, 2021	Webinar on ‘Entrepreneurship skill acquired through Human Development’ Lecture in the series of 50th year celebrations of the Department
February, 2021	Webinar on ‘Child Rights’ Lecture in the series of 50th year celebrations of the Department
March, 2021	Webinar on ‘Cultural diversity’ Lecture in the series of 50th year celebrations of the Department
April, 2021	Final presentation of Masters dissertations
May, 2021	Semester exams

2019-2020

Departmental Activities

The all-round academic, social and professional development of students is facilitated by a diverse calendar of activities round the year. Complete list of activities can be viewed here: Departmental Activities

ANNUAL EVENTS

Orientation program for Postgraduate students
Internships for students
Trainings and workshops
Special lectures
Educational visits and trips
Orientation program for parents of RAK Child Study Centre
Annual Day, RAK Child Study Centre
Alumnae meet

ORIENTATION PROGRAMME

The programme provides opportunities for students to get to know the department, other students, and staff and faculty. The orientation also includes relevant information, advice from staff as well as what students can expect as part of their experience in the two years at the department. The students are also familiarised with college resources and services. A panel discussion with alumnae of the department is also held to offer multiple perspectives on the discipline as well as career options that lie ahead.

INTERNSHIPS

Internships offer students the opportunity to gain practical, real-world experience within professional organizational settings. Through these engagements, students are able to apply their academic knowledge, develop and refine essential skills, and gain exposure to both research and practice in the field. The placements span a diverse range of organizations, including both government bodies and non-governmental organizations, thereby providing students with a broad spectrum of professional contexts and learning opportunities.

TRAINING/WORKSHOPS/SEMINARS

An interactive and exploratory session on self, consent and expression by Ms. Malavika Goyal, Ashoka University
Engaging with children, music and movement and understanding self through Theatre, Dr. Asha Singh, Senior Consultant
Processes in developing media content for children: Global and Indian perspectives, Dr. Asha Singh, Senior Consultant.
Workshop on Yoga and Wellbeing, Dr. Ajay Kumar Shastri, Jawaharlal Nehru University
A workshop on developmentally appropriate activities in an early childhood classroom, Ms. Sarita Prabhat, Consultant
Workshop on wellbeing in current challenging times by Ms. Luckshmi Mirgh, Art of Living
Session on dance and movement therapy by Ms. Rashi Trehan
Teacher’s Collective efficacy and student achievement by Mrs. Akanksha Aggarwal, Education Collective
Skill-Development for adolescent girls and youth in rural Bihar by Mrs. Yuman Hussain from Azad India Foundation
Research Methods in Social Sciences: Application, challenges and analysis, Dr. Jay Prakash from Ministry of Health, Govt.of India
An Anthropological glance at COVID-19, Dr Kiranmala Devi, Department of Anthropology, DU
Gender issues during the pandemic: Ground realities, Ms Ankita Upreti from SEWA Bharat
Animal Assisted Therapy by Ms. Poorvaja Kumar, Human of Canines
Nurturing social-emotional learning in early adolescence, Dr. Pranalee Sharma
Science and Ethics in a Post-Colonial Society: Students responsibilities for a better future by Dr. Nandita Chaudhary, Senior Consultant
Expressive Art and Learning, Ms. Shaloo Sharma, Evoluer Solutions
Session on working with children and youth: Preparing young professionals for education and development Sector, Ms. Mamta Saikia, CEO, Bharti Foundation
Gender, labour and collectivisation, Ms. Sonal Sharma, Self Employed Women Association
Sharing of field experiences on child rights and welfare, Ms. Jyoti Srivastava, Azim Premji Foundation
Policy and Budget, Ms. Karuna Bishnoi, Senior Consultant
Assessment and Evaluation: High quality in ECCE, Saurabh Luthra
Children’s development and lives: reflection in policy and programmes, Ms. Swati Chawla, TSG, EdCil
Optimising children’s well-being at home: Lessons from implementation in diverse contexts, Ms. Jyoti Dhingra, Senior Consultant
Technology in education: Students as producers of technological artifacts by Ms. Ishmeet Kaur, TISS
Counselling- A Therapeutic Journey, Ms. Adya Ahuja

COLLABORATIONS

The department has effective collaborations with other institutions to strengthen research activities, educational partnerships, and contribute to community and policy development. Some of the organizations that the Department provided resource input to and collaborated with during the year:

Central Adoption Resource Authority
Centre for Early Childhood Education and Development (CECED) Ambedkar University
Miranda House, University of Delhi
NCERT, New Delhi
Pratham, Delhi
UGC
NIPCCD
Jamia Millia Islamia, Delhi
Public Health Resource Network, New Delhi
Aditi Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi

EXTENSION ACTIVITIES

The Department reached out to the community through the Rajkumari Amrit Kaur Child Study Centre (RAKCSC), a counselling cell and an early intervention centre.
CThe RAKCSC also provided placement to ECCE trainees from educational institutions such as IGNOU and Mobile Crèches.
Other outreach consultancies were in the fields of: ECD training, Inclusive Education, Elementary Education, Theatre in Education, and Media.
The department provided support and advocacy for Gender Justice, Child Rights, Children and the Law and Inclusion and Adoption

Research & Publications

Research & Publication

The department is involved in various research projects. Here are some of projects and publications. Complete list can be viewed here: Research & Publications

Completed projects

UNICEF Project to develop the content for a resource kit on responsive parenting for children from birth to 6 years. Collaboration between Dept of DCE and HDCS
- Core team- Archna Kumar, Dr. Vinita Bhargava, Dr. Aparna Khanna, Dr. Shraddha Kapoor, Dr. Dimple Rangila, Ms. Nikita Aggarwal, Ms. Aparajita Sharma
- Project Duration- Nov 2019-2021
International partners collaborating to improve student learning from assessment and feedback: an evidence-informed approach (Lady Irwin College, University of Delhi, University of Winchester, U.K. and Saurashtra University, Rajkot). British Council Internationalising Higher Education, Knowledge Economy Partnerships (KEP) award).
- Principal Coordinator- Dr. Priti Joshi
- Project Duration- 2013-2014
Impact of Nutrition Indicators on Physical Growth and Cognition in Preschoolers. Lady Irwin College and GlaxoSmithKline
- Project Director- Dr. Punya Pillai
- Project Duration- 2011-2012
Research project ‘Parent beliefs, socialisation practices and children’s development in Indian families’. Major Grants, University Grants Commission, New Delhi
- Principal Investigator- Dr. Nandita Chaudhary
- Project Duration- 2010 – 2012
Research project ‘Self and Identity of the young child: Emerging trends in contemporary Indian families’, Senior Fellowship, Indian Council for Social Science Research, New Delhi
- Principal Investigator- Dr. Nandita Chaudhary
- Project Duration- 2012 – 2014

Ongoing Projects

Publications/ Published Papers

2024-2025

Aggarwal, Swati & Murmu, D. F. (2025). Understanding how Grit and Ego resilience Influence stress in University students. International Journal of Applied Science. Vol 11(2): 16-22.
Chauhan, A. & Yadav, A. (2025). Sexual harassment narratives from Saharanpur (Uttar Pradesh) and Delhi NCR. The Indian Journal of Home Science, 37(1), 394-401.
Chauhan, A., & Kannur, D. (2024). Experience of sibling relationship: A qualitative study. International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research, 6(3), 1–5.
Choudhary, S. & Yadav, A. (2025). Communication and Emotional Barriers Faced by Adolescents with ADHD. International Journal of Indian Psychology, 13(1), 2989-3003. DIP:18.01.286.20251301, DOI:10.25215/1301.286
Florence, D., Kannur, D. & Sparkle B., (2025). A Study on Friends with Benefits (FWB) Relationships Among Young Adults in Delhi NCR. Cuestiones de Fisioterapia Journal54 (3): 5212-5221 (Scopus indexed)
Jaiswal, S & Murmu, D. F. (2024). Exploring the perception of young girls about menstrual hygiene practices. The Indian Journal of Home Science, 36(1): 499-511.
Kanak, Rangila, D. (2024). Understanding of Resilience among Adolescents. International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts, 12(7), 243-254. ISSN 2320-2882.
Kannur, D. & Murmu, D. F. (2025). Qualitative Study on Experience of Menopausal Symptoms of Middle-Aged Women in North Karnataka. South Eastern European Journal of Public Health. Vol XXVI, S2, 2025(Feb) ISSN: 2197-5248 (Scopus indexed)
Kannur, D., & Chauhan, A. (2025). Determinants of Mental Health Among Parents of Children with Disabilities. International Journal for Multidisciplinary Research, 7 (4), 1-10.
Kannur, D., Komala, M., & Sahana, A. V. (2025). Behavioral problems in school children born to teen mothers. The Indian Journal of Home Science, 37(2), 532-541.
D, Muktamath, V. & Murmu, D. F. (2025). Marital satisfaction and attitude regarding menopause among working and non-working middle-aged women in North Karnataka. The Indian Journal of Home Science, Vol 37(1):430-444 ISSN 0970 2733. (UGC care listed).
D., Murmu, D. F., & Komala M. (2025). Nutritional Status and the Development of Under-Five Children in Jenu Kuruba Population. Cuestiones de Fisioterapia Journal 54(3): 5267-5271. (Scopus indexed)
Kritika & Malik, P. (2024). Occupational stress and organizational climate of healthcare workers in Haryana. International Journal of Education & Management Studies, 14(3): 282-284.
Murmu, D. F. (2024). Indigenous Knowledge and Cultural Significance of Sacred Grove and Ecology of Santal of Jharkhand. Inclusive Journal Vol 2(25):1218-1219.

2023-2024

Bhamrah, A., & Rangila, D. (2023). Young Adults with Visual Impairment: Challenges in Social Inclusion. The Indian Journal of Home Science, 35(1), 167-176. ISSN 0970 2733.
Dimpee, & Kapoor, S. (2023). Re-achieving the ‘Work in Progress’ for Indian Women. Towards Excellence, 15(2).
Kannur, D. (2024). Intervention study on cognitive development among school children of Siddi tribe. International Journal of Food and Nutritional Sciences, 13(4), 115–122.
Kannur, D., & Beguam, N. (2023). Menstrual knowledge among adolescents in Siddi tribal population. Bulletin monumental (UGC Care Group II Listed Journal). 24 (8)- 87-91.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2024). Experience of menopausal problems in north Karnataka: Mixed research. South India Journal of Social Sciences, 22(1), 95–104.
Kannur, D., & Komala, M. (2023). Impact of maternal factors on nutrition status in Jenu Kuruba children. Juni Khyat (UGC Care Group I Listed Journal). 13 (8)- 160-165.
Murmu, D. F & P.C. Joshi (2024). Ethnographic fieldwork of Santal Pharmacopoeia: challenges and Negotiation in the Fieldwork. South Asian Anthropologist. Vol 24 (2): 163-173.
Murmu, D. F., & P. C. Joshi (2023). An Ethnomedicinal study of ‘Munga’(Moringa oleifera) with special reference to the pandemic among the santal of Jharkhand. South Asian Anthropologist. Vol 23(2):199-207.
Riamei, C. J, Kapoor. S & Murmu, D. F. (2024). Lives of children (6-12 years) in Rural Manipur. International Journal of Home Science. Vol 10 (2): 313-318.
Singh, D., Kritika, Kavita, Godara, A.K. & Rana, M. K. (2024). Utilisation and farmer’s perception of krishi mela towards agricultural development. Journal of Community Mobilization and Sustainable Development, 19(3): 1-5.

2022-23

Kannur, D & Komala M. (2023). Feeding practices and nutritional status of under-five children in Jenu Kuruba Tribal population. Juni Khyat (UGC Care Group I Listed Journal). 13 (8)- 160-165.
Kritika, Singh, D., Kumar, Y., & Bano, N., (2022). Lack of proficient knowledge about pandemic and its constraints for digital adoption in Indian education system. Sodh Chetna, 8 (1)74- 81/2350-0441.

2021-2022

Chaudhary, N, Gupta, D. & Kapoor, S. (2021). Social conventions and moral obligations in young children’s care: Iluustrations from rural families of Northern India. Psychology and Developing Society. September 2021. ISSN 9713336
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2021). Coping strategies for menopausal problems among working and non-working middle-aged women in the rural area of Northern Karnataka. Journal of Emerging Technologies and Innovative Research (JETIR), 8(12), 370–381.

2020-2021

Chaudhary, N., Kapoor, S. & Pillai, P. (2021). It was peers and playgrounds that were missing, not play’: young children in Northern Indian homes during the pandemic, International Journal of Play, 10:4, 405-419, DOI: 10.1080/21594937.2021.2005397
Fatima, S., Bhargava, V. & Yadav, A. (2021). Exploring Media Fandom in the Social Lives of Young Adults. International Journal of Indian Psychology, 9(2), 476-485. DIP:18.01.049.20210902, DOI:10.25215.0902.049
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2020). Hysterectomy: Interrelationship between menopausal problems and marital satisfaction among middle-aged women. International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts, 8(11), 597–606. (Impact Factor – 7.97)
Kritika, D., and Singh, C. K., (2021). Impact of COVID-19 on human life, environment and economy of India. International Journal of Social Sciences Review, 9(3): 179-182.
Marothiya, N., Kapoor, S. & Bhargava, V. (2020). The impact of COVID-19 crisis on the well-being of children. Indian Journal of School Health and Well-being. 6(3). 7-10. ISSN 2349-5464.
Sharma, S., Bhargava, V. & Yadav, A. (2020). Child Adoption by Single Males in India: Perceptions and Experiences. Shodh Sarita. 7 (28), 143-148.

2019-2020

Bhamrah, A., & Rangila, D. (2020). Visually Impaired Person’s Experiences of Social Inclusion. Indian Journal of School Health & Wellbeing, 6(1), 23-30. ISSN 2349-5464.
Indresh, S. M., & Kannur, D. (2020). Assessment of nutritional and health status of urban elderly. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research, 9(10), 140–150.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2019). Influence of socio-demographic factors on menopausal problems among working and non-working women. International Journal of Chemical Studies, 7(5), 2913–2917.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2019). Knowledge on care and management of menopause in middle-aged women. The Pharma Innovation Journal, 8(12), 286–289.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2019). Menopause: Problems and coping strategies of working and non-working women. Journal of Pharmacognosy and Phytochemistry, 8(3), 2891–2896.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2019). The comparative study on menopausal problems between rural and urban middle-aged women. International Journal of Arts, Humanities and Social Studies, 1(1), 7–12.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2020). Problems and coping strategies for menopausal problems among surgical menopausal women. International Journal of Multidisciplinary Educational Research, 9(10), 107–121.
Kritika, D., & Balda, S., (2019). Relationship between parental involvement and study habits of urban and rural high school students. International Journal of Education & Management Studies, 9(4): 292-295.
Kritika, D., & Balda, S., (2019). Relationship of study habits with family income, media exposure and participation in sports. Indian Journal of Health and Well-being, 10(109-12): 290-294.
Yadav, A. & Dhawan, P. S. (2020). “It’s karma… Everything we do has a reaction”: Pandemic, Peril, and Progress. International Journal of Indian Psychology, 8(4), 204-223. DIP:18.01.028/20200804, DOI:10.25215/0804.028

2018-2019

Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2018). Health status of menopausal women and correlates. Korean Journal of Food & Health Convergence, 4(1), 1–13.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2018). Influence of demographic characteristics on menopausal problems among rural and urban middle-aged women. Journal of Nutrition and Food Sciences, 8(692).
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2018). Psychological well-being of working and non-working menopausal women. Indian Journal of Positive Psychology, 9(2), 271–274.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2019). Knowledge on care and management of menopause in middle-aged women. The Pharma Innovation Journal, 8(12), 286–289.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2019). Prevalence of menopause and menopausal problems in Dharwad and Bagalkote Districts, India. International Journal of Current Microbiology and Applied Sciences, 8(7), 2618–2626.
Negi, B., Chaudhary, N. & Kapoor, S. (2018). Who’s child? Talking child rights through schools. International Journal of Arts, Sciences and Humanities. Vol. 3 (5), 211-216. ISSN 23-21-788X
Rangila, D. (2019). Everybody has a story: Use of storytelling to address inclusion and diversity in primary classrooms. International Journal of Advanced Education and Research, 4(4), 53-56. ISSN: 2455-5846.
Yadav, A. and Dhawan, P. S. (2018). Exploring Self-Concept: Rural and urban
International Journal for Social Studies, 4(9), 41-56.

2017-2018

Itagi, S., Kannur, D., & Sangal, R. (2018). Factors influencing the knowledge of rural adolescent girls and young women of northern Karnataka about reproductive health. International Journal of Farm Science, 8(2), 57–61.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2017). Health status and menopausal knowledge among rural and urban postmenopausal women. Indian Journal of Health and Well-being, 8(10), 1199–1203.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2017). Influence of weight on health status and menopausal problems of rural and urban postmenopausal women. International Journal of Pure and Applied Bioscience, 5(6), 1457–1464.
Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. (2018). Influence of demographic characteristics on menopausal problems of rural and urban middle-aged women of Dharwad and Bagalkot, Karnataka. International Journal of Farm Science, 8(3), 62–68.

Published Edited Books

2023-2024

Dimpee, & Kapoor, S. (2024). Achieving Overall Well-Being through Positive Mental Health. Mind Matters: Navigating Mental Health in the Modern World. Books Tycoon.

2022-23

Kritika, Singh, D., & Sonia (2023). Human development: In the perspective of agriculture. G.H. Publications. ISBN: 978-93-93203-05-2.

2020-21

Sachdev, P., Murmu, D.F., & Sakshi (2020). Basic Sociology. Publisher Elite Publishing House ISBN: 978-81-935996-7-9.

2019-20

Kannur, D. (2019). Coping strategies for reducing menopausal problems. LAMBERT Academic Publications. ISBN: 978-620-2-02180-7.
Joshi, P. (2019). Child Development and Education in the Twenty-first century. Publisher: Springer (International) Switzerland and Singapore ISBN: 978-9811392573.

2018-19

Kannur, D. (2018). Alternative therapies for reducing menopausal problems. LAMBERT Academic Publications. ISBN: 978-613-7-98925-8.
Kannur, D. (2018). Effect of surgical menopause among women. LAMBERT Academic Publications. ISBN: 978-613-9-88580-0

2017-18

Kannur, D. (2018). Menopausal knowledge, QOL, and effect of health education. LAMBERT Academic Publications. ISBN: 978-613-9-83573-7.
Kannur, D. (2017). Death perception, death anxiety, and intervention among elderly. LAMBERT Academic Publications. ISBN: 978-620-2-0813-7.
Kannur, D. (2017). Health status of rural and urban menopausal women. LAMBERT Academic Publications. ISBN: 978-620-2-00548-7.

Published Book Chapters

2024-25

Dimpee, & Kapoor, S. (2024). Achieving Overall Well-Being through Positive Mental Health. Mind Matters: Navigating Mental Health in the Modern World. Books Tycoon.
Kannur, D., & Rawat, C. (2024). Status of indigenous people in India. In Human Rights and Social Justice. SUNBEAM, Rupnagar, Guwahati-32. ISBN: 978-93-93092-43-4.
Malhotra, Y., Kapoor, S. & Chaudhary, N. (2024). Urban women working in modern India: Dynamics of roles, responsibilities and decision making for women in the informal sector. In N.B. Lekha & Pradeep Kumar M. (Eds.), Routledge Handbook on Gender, Culture, and Development in India. Routledge. ISBN 9781003474913.

2023-24

Gupta, M., & Kannur, D. (2024). Quality of life of elderly and coping strategies in India. IGI Global Scientific Publishing.
Rawat, C., & Kannur, D. (2024). Human rights and women in the tribal areas of India. In Human Rights and Social Justice. SUNBEAM, Rupnagar, Guwahati-32. ISBN: 978-93-93092-59-5
Kritika., & Singh, C. K., (2023). Family environment and its impact on children’s academic self concept. Chapter published in the book entitled “Emerging Trends in Basic and Applied Science Volume II”. 978-93-88901-24-6.
Kritika. (2023). Language development: Noam Chomsky. Chapter published in the book entitled “Conjoined Theories to Understand Human Development in the context of Modern Education”. 978-93-5574-459-3.
Kritika, Malik, P., Singh, D., Kumar, M. & Ravirakula, B. (2023). Additional Income for Indian Farmers: Re-sources and Strategies. Chapter published in the book entitled “Human Development: In Perspective of Agriculture”. 978-93-93203-05-2.
Neha, Sonia, Kritika & Singh, C. (2023). Role of Multi-Millets in Combating Health Problems of Indian Farmers. Chapter published in the book entitled “Human Development: In Perspective of Agriculture”. 978-93-93203-05-2.
Singh, D., Kritika, Sonia, Kavita, Kumar, M., & Kumar, P. (2023). Entrepreneurship and Government Schemes: Pillars of Development of Rural Women. Chapter published in the book entitled “Human Development: In Perspective of Agriculture”. 978-93-93203-05-2.

2022-23

Kritika, Singh, D. & Sonia. (2023). Book published “Human Development: In Perspective of Agriculture”. 978-93-93203-05-2.
Kritika, Kwatra, A. & Singh, C.K. (2023). “पौष्टिक आहार स्वस्थ जीवन का आधार”. Haryana Kheti. ISSN-0970-6518.
Kritika & Singh, C.K. (2023). “तनाव प्रबंधन में सकारात्मक सोच के प्रभाव”. Haryana Kheti. ISSN-0970-6518.
Verma. P., & Kritika. (2023). Theory of Multiple intelligences: Howard Earl Gardner. Chapter published in the book entitled “Conjoined Theories to Understand Human Development in the context of Modern Education”. 978-93-5574-459-3.
Kaur J., Bhardwaj, S., & Rangila D. (2022). At the margins: Spotlight on perception of transgender individuals. In Sharma M., Gulati, B., Jain, S. (Ed.), Unfolding the Potentials of Women and Girls including Children: Enhancing the Benefits Exponentially for One and All. Ane Books Pvt.Ltd. New Delhi. ISBN: 978-93-94883-06-2.
Kaur C., & Rangila D. (2022). Exploring identity formation of Sikh adolescents: Role of Peers. In Sharma M., Gulati, B., Jain, S. (Ed.), Unfolding the Potentials of Women and Girls including Children: Enhancing the Benefits Exponentially for One and All. Ane Books Pvt.Ltd. New Delhi. ISBN: 978-93-94883-06-2.
Kannur, D. (2022). Importance of breastfeeding practices. In Research Trends in Multidisciplinary. AkiNik Publications, New Delhi. ISBN: 978-93-5570-025-4.

2021-2022

Kannur, D., & Rawat, C. (2022). अंडे की संरचना और बेकरी में अंडे का उपयोग. प्रकाशक: नालंदा प्रकाशन, C-5/189 यमुना विहार, दिल्ली-110053. ISSN: 978-81-968824-9-5
Rawat, C., & Kannur, D. (2022). बेकरी में स्वाद और रंगों का उपयोग. प्रकाशक: नालंदा प्रकाशन, C-5/189 यमुना विहार, दिल्ली-110053. ISSN: 978-81-968824-9-5
Kapoor, S. (2021). Women in Kerala: A Commentary. In, A. Palackal, N. Chaudhary, & P. Marsico (Eds.), Making Distinctions: Towards A Social Science of Inclusion. (Series Editor, J. Valsiner) Advances in Cultural Psychology. Charlotte, NC: Information Age. ISBN 978-1-64802-320-0.

2020-2021

Kannur, D., & Itagi, S. K. (2021). Impact of hysterectomy on stress and sexual distress among middle-aged women. Aditi Mahavidyalaya, University of Delhi, Bawana, Delhi. ISBN: 978-93-94883-06-2
Konwar, D. (2021). Development of “Identity” among Adolescent Girls in a Gujarati community, Delhi. In, A. Palackal, N. Chaudhary, & P. Marsico (Eds.), Making Distinctions: Towards A Social Science of Inclusion. (Series Editor, J. Valsiner) Advances in Cultural Psychology. Charlotte, NC: Information Age.
Arya, Y., & Joshi, P. (2020). Teachers’ beliefs about early literacy development. In Malviya, R., Kalra, B.M., Asthana, N, & Mehta, R. (Eds.), Learning: Trends, needs & opportunities (pp. 122-134). Renova International Publications: New Delhi. ISBN 97893-87879-65-2.
Dev, P., & Joshi, P. (2020). Information and communication technology and the young child. In R. Malaviya, M. B. Kalra, N. Asthana & R. Mehta (Eds.), Learning: Trends, needs & opportunities (pp. 98-111). New Delhi, India: Renova International Publications. ISBN 978-93-87879-65-2
Joshi, P. (2020). India’s demographic dividend: addressing the challenge of poverty in educating adolescents. In M. Watzlawik & A. Burkholder (Eds.), Educating adolescents around the globe (pp.59-79). Springer International Publishing. ISBN 978-3-030-379001
Kaur C. & Rangila D. (2020). Exploring identity formation of Sikh adolescents: Experiences at School. In Malaviya, R., Kalra, M.B., Asthana, N., Mehta, R. (Eds.), Learning: Trends, Needs and Opportunities. Renova International Publications. Delhi. ISBN: 978-93-87879-65-2.

2019-2020

Rangila D. Addressing classroom diversity through storytelling. (2020). In D. Joshi, S. Chabra, & I. Duttta (Eds.), Diversity in Education: Learning in a world of Differences (1st ed., pp. 100-115). Bookman. ISBN: 978-93-90154-33-3.
Chaudhary, N., & Pillai, P. (2019). Bruner and beyond: A commentary. Integrative Psychological and Behavioural Science, ISBN 1932-4502.
Khola A., & Rangila D. (2019). A study on educational aspirations of Muslim women. In Malaviya, R. (Eds.). Inclusive Education: Issues, Challenges and Possibilities. Vishwa Gyan Prakashan. New Delhi. ISBN: 978-93-83837-72-4.

2018-2019

Chaudhary, N., Kapoor, S., & Negi, B. (2018). Individual achievement and social progress: Mending the broken alliance between school and community in India.

2017-2018

Bhargava, V., & Srinivasan, P. (2017). Classical Indian Dance and the Dancer: Engaging with Tradition and Modernity. In “Resistance in Everyday Life: Constructing Cultural Experiences” N. Chaudhary et al.(Eds). Springer publication (ISBN 978-981-103581-4).
Kapoor, S., Nagpal, V., & Maggu, P. (2017). Culture, gender and resistance: Perspectives from India. In N. Chaudhary, P. Hviid, G. Marsico and JW Villadsen (Eds.), Resistance in everyday life: Constructing cultural experiences (pp. 261-278), Singapore: Springer. ISBN 978-981-10-3580-7.
Konwar, D., Bhargava, V., & Sharma, B. (2017). Resisting Early Marriage- case study from tea gardens of Assam. In “Resistance in Everyday Life: Constructing Cultural Experiences” N. Chaudhary et al.(Eds). Springer publication (ISBN 978-981-10-3581-4).
Murmu, D. F. (2017). Interrogating an untapped cultural legacy of hul: A personal view on Santhal Medicinal Knowledge. In Chetan, A. & Sinha, A. (Eds) From Resistance to Revolution: The Hul and its Legacy, Shree Publisher and Distributor, New Delhi. ISBN 978-81.
Pillai, P. (2017). Making meaning out of a lifetime: The life and times of Indira Gandhi. In N. Chaudhary, P. Haviid, G. Marsico and J. Villadsen, Resistance in Everyday Life, Singapore: Springer, ISBN 978-981-10-3580-7.
Sagar, S. & Bhargava, V. (2017). Dalit Women in India: Crafting Narratives of Success. In “Resistance in Everyday Life: Constructing Cultural Experiences” N. Chaudhary et al.(Eds). Springer publication (ISBN 978-981-10-3581-4).
Sethi, R. (2017). Voices of Children: Storytelling by Intellectually Disabled. In G. Choudhary, R. Malaviya, M.B. Kalra, N. Asthana, R. Mehta, & S. Chander (Eds.), Learning Teachers: Diversity, Inclusion & Ethics (pp. 143- 154). Kanishka.

Papers presented in Seminars/Conferences/ Workshops/ Trainings

M.Sc. Titles

2024-25

Sr. No.	Name	Title of Dissertation	Supervisor/Co-Guide
1.	Akshita Singh	Perception of School Teachers on Implementation of NEP 2020	Dr. Dolly Florence Murmu
2.	Dingogailiu R. Panmei	Child-Rearing Practices of the Zeliangrong Community From Northeast India Residing In Delhi	Dr. Dimple Rangila
3.	Eva Williams	Resilient Adolescents: The Contribution of Family Environment and Maternal Employment	Ms. Arpit Yadav
4.	Garima Gupta	A study On Social Maturity of college students in Delhi : A Quantitative Analysis	Dr. Chanda Rawat
5.	Kanishka Chauhan	Exploring Happiness and Resilience among Street Children in Delhi NCT.	Prof. (Dr.) Shraddha Kapoor
6.	Lovely	Perception of Mental Health among Young Adults	Dr. Dolly Florence Murmu
7.	Monika Rai	Resilience and Perseverance in the Journey of Government Competitive Exam Aspirants	Dr. Punya Pillai
8.	Mridula	Breastfeeding Challenges Faced by Mothers Employed in Domestic Work	Dr. Deepa S. Kannur
9.	Nandini	Understanding Millennial Men towards Gender Equality	Ms. Rakhi Dhaka
10.	Priyanshi Grover	Father’s Role In Child Care In Dual Income Families	Dr. Savita Sagar
11.	Riya Sharma	Role of Artificial Intelligence In Shaping Early Childhood Learning Experiences	Dr. Kritika
12.	Sanchita Sen	Play Among Elementary School Year Children In A Delhi Slum	Dr. Karan Sachdeva
13.	Shraddha Nayak	Understanding Divorce from the Perspectives of College Going Students	Ms. Shikha Tiwari
14.	Smriti	Parents of Children with Autism : Selected Profiles	Dr. Punya Pillai
15.	Yukti Bhardwaj	Perception of life skills across gender among adolescents of Delhi Government school	Dr. Deepa S. Kannur

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Ph.D. Thesis

Students awarded Ph. D.

Sr. No	Year of Registration	Title of Thesis	Name of Student	Name of Supervisor
1.	2017	Contextualizing Childhood and Child Rights in Indian Families	Ms. Bhavna Negi (2023)	Prof. Shraddha Kapoor
2.	2017	Young Children Prosocial Behavior in Multiple Caregiver Home Settings	Ms. Deepa Chawla (2024)	Dr. Punya Pillai Dr. Nandita Chaudhary
3.	2017	Parental Practices and Children’s Experiences During Early Childhood Years	Ms. Pranjali Dev (2024)	Prof. Priti Joshi
4.	2017	Early Literacy Development Experiences of Children and Teachers in School	Ms. Yatika Arya (2024)	Prof. Priti Joshi
5.	2015	Exploring the lives of the children of the Agariya community working in the salt pans of Gujarat	Ms. Deepti Gupta (2021)	Dr. Bhanumathi Sharma Prof. Vinita Bhargava
6.	2015	Lives of Children in Migrant Families in Nizamuddin Basti in Delhi	Ms. Vardhna Puri (2021)	Dr. Vinita Bhargava Dr. Bhanumathi Sharma

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Awards, Honors & Recognitions

The department and it’s members have received several awards, honors and recognitions. Some of them are listed below. Complete list can be viewed here: Awards & Recognitions

2023-2024

Dr. Deepa S. Kannur

Best paper presentation award titled “Gender differences in nutrition status of under-five children in Jenu Kuruba population” presented in 34^th Biennial National Conference of Home Science Association of India. Organized by HSAI-Kerala Chapter at St. Teresa’s college, (Autonomous) Kochi, Kerala, India.
Best paper presentation award entitled “Knowledge on menstrual hygiene and reproductive health among rural adolescents and young women”. National Science Day organized by Saksham Society, Jaipur, Rajasthan.
First best oral presentation award “Menopause problems and well-being in working and non-working middle age women”. 7^th International conference on “Innovative approaches in basic and applied sciences for societal development”. Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, U.K., India.
Best Thesis Award for outstanding achievement in the field of Human Development and Family Studies. 7^th International conference on “Innovative approaches in basic and applied sciences for societal development”. Govind Ballabh Pant University of Agriculture and Technology, Pantnagar, U.K., India.
Young Women Scientist award in recognizing of the consistent superior performance in Human Development and Childhood Studies in International Conference Awards for the Academic Year 2024, Agri Meet Foundation U.P.

2020-2021

Dr. Vinita Bhargava

Member of panel of NOC Committee for inter-country adoption of CARA. Wef. 1st April 2019-2021 (2yr period)
Member, Screening Committee for selection of Candidates for Ph.D, Dept. of Home Science September 2019
Expert Committee Member for designing Pre Ph.D course work of Ph.D in Child Development School Board of School of Continuing Education (SOCE), IGNOU (2021)
Nominated as a Member of School Board of School of Continuing Education (SOCE), IGNOU (2021).

Dr. Shraddha Kapoor

Member, Editorial board, Navtika Early Childhood Care and Education Journal since 2007
ICC member, Pratham since 2018.

2019-2020

Dr. Vinita Bhargava

Member, Screening Committee for selection of Candidates for National Bravery Awards by ICCW conferred on Republic Day 2019-2020
Education for Mental Health Chair of Session National Conference on Learning 2019 Academics and researchers December 6th 2019 2 days 6th-7th Dec. 2020 Lady Irwin College
Panellist on session for expansion of adoption programme and ensuring family based care for CNCP on 14^th January 2020. Shraddha Kapoor
Editorial consultant of The Children Australia Journal, Cambridge University Press since 2018

Dr. Priti Joshi

Board member and advisor, KK Foundation, (a State level NGO) Faizabad, UP, support in Early Childhood Education, June 2019- present
Member, Institutional Ethics Committee (IEC), Public Health Resource Network (PHRN), New Delhi, March 2017-present

2018-2019

Dr. Vinita Bhargava

Member, Consultative Meeting for review of Adoption process implementation under the Adoption regulation 2017, 20th March 2019 at the MWCD, Shastri Bhavan, New Delhi.
Moderator for panel on Child Rights organized by Child Fund India and Department of Human Development and Childhood Studies as part of innovative nation-wide Campaign on ARTs for better Childhood- ‘Khilta Bachpan at the Lady Irwin College on 8th April 2019.
Member of committee for drafting “National Guidelines for National Minimum Guidelines for setting up and running crèches’ under Maternity Benefit Act, 2017, by Ministry of Women and Child Development July 2018.

Dr. Shraddha Kapoor

Editorial consultant of The Children Australia Journal, Cambridge University Press

2017-2018

Dr. Vinita Bhargava

Member of committee for drafting “National Guidelines for National Minimum Guidelines for setting up and running creches under Maternity Benefit Act, 2017, by Ministry of Women and Child Development, 2018.
Member of committee for drafting “National Guidelines for National Minimum Guidelines for setting up and running crèches’ under Maternity Benefit Act, 2017, by Ministry of Women and Child Development July 2018.

Dr. Shraddha Kapoor

Consultant MHRD for ECCE and Girl Child Education for Central Advisory Board of Education

2016-2017

Dr. Vinita Bhargava

Independent Study Project (ISP) Advisor India: Sustainable Development & Social Change. World Learning India/ School for International Training (SIT) (April 2016-May 2016).
Advisory committee member for Play Everyday Project by Lego Foundation on 24th October 2016 organized by Sesame India Workshop, New Delhi.

2017-2018

Dr. Vinita Bhargava

Member, Interim Ethics Committee for research undertaken by Centre for Early Childhood Education and Development (CECED), Ambedkar University, Delhi. Oct 2015.
Member (External Expert) Adoption Advisory Committee, State Adoption Resource Agency – Delhi (ICPS), Department of Women and Child Development Government of NCT of Delhi.
Member Institutional Ethics Committee (Interim) Centre for Early Childhood Education and Development (CECED), Ambedkar University Delhi. (2015-2016).
Independent Study Project (ISP) Advisor India: Sustainable Development & Social Change. World Learning India/ School for International Training (SIT) (April 2016-May 2016).
Advisory member for Sesame Workshop India on Everyday Play Project by Sesame Workshop and the LEGO Foundation (May 2016).

Value added courses

Value Added Courses

Sr. No.	Value added course	Approved by GB	Date of Introduction	Duration	No. of students enrolled/	No. of times the program was offered during the same year (July 2019-June 2020)	Remarks
1	MANAGEMENT OF INCLUSIVE EARLY CARE CENTRES**	Yes	–	4 months/20 weeks	–	One time	Could Not be introduced/ offered in year 2019 -20 due to pandemic.
2	PARENTING AND EARLY INTERVENTION**	Yes	–	4 months/20 weeks	–	One time	Could Not be introduced/ offered in year 2019 -20 due to pandemic.