An inter-Department student seminar was organized by the Philosophy Department of Jagannath Barooah University, Jorhat under the theme “Indian Knowledge Systems for Viksit Bharat–2047” on 27th March, 2026. The seminar brought together students and scholars from various departments, encouraging academic exchange and discussions on India’s intellectual traditions and future development.
Students from different disciplines presented research papers on diverse topics, reflecting both traditional knowledge systems and contemporary perspectives. The seminar provided an enriching platform for young researchers to showcase their analytical and presentation skills.
A group of 6th semester students from the Department of Sociology, namely Joon Sahu, Ritisha Saikia, Namrita Paul and Mitesha Kasyap Dutta presented a research paper on the topic ‘From Tradition to Modernity: Hygiene, Culture and Generational Change in Indian Knowledge Syatem’ and achieved notable success at the event. They secured the paper presenter award, earning appreciation from the judges for the quality of research, clarity of ideas, and relevance to the seminar’s theme.
The judging panel, consisting of distinguished academicians, praised the participant’s critical approach and ability to connect sociological concepts with broader developmental issues. This recognition highlights the department’s commitment to academic excellence and research-oriented learning.
Faculty members and students of the Sociology Department expressed their happiness and pride over the achievement. They emphasized that such accomplishments motivate students to actively engage in scholarly activities and contribute meaningfully to academic discourse.
