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Quick Facts
| Medium Of Instructions | Mode Of Learning | Mode Of Delivery |
|---|---|---|
| English | Self Study | Video and Text Based |
Course Overview
Gandhi's Political Thought course is a 4 credit course providing learners with relevant information about Gandhi's thoughts on citizenship, democracy, and nationalism. The course will allow students to widen their thoughts on the political atmosphere of the country and critically analyze its related areas.
Gandhi's Political Thought Certification course is taught for a duration of 12 weeks and coordinated by distinguished Prof. Anurag Joshi of the Indira Gandhi National Open University. The course will provide a detailed overview of Gandhi's political ideologies and their significance in today's world.
Gandhi's Political Thought Online Course is a 4 credit course offered by Swayam for students at the post-graduate level. The course is taught through expert video lectures that throw light on Gandhi's political views on liberty, equality, and socialism that can be of utmost importance to students interested in the field of humanities and sociology.
The Highlights
- Postgraduate level
- 12 weeks duration
- 4 credits
- Video lectures by experts
- Knowledge of Gandhian political views
Programme Offerings
- 12 weeks
- 4 Credits
- 16 Units
- video lectures
Courses and Certificate Fees
| Certificate Availability |
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What you will learn
After learning the Gandhi's Political Thought course, you will learn about the following topics:
- Gandhi's views on state and nation
- Gandhi's concept of democracy and nationalism
- The notion of the individual and the state
- Gandhi's political views on colonialism
- Gandhi's views on liberalism and socialism
- Gandhi's idea of Satyagraha
- Gandhi's views on peace building
Admission Details
Follow the given steps to enroll in the Gandhi's Political Thought Online Course:
Step 1: Click on the URL given below -
https://onlinecourses.swayam2.ac.in/cec21_ge05/preview
Step 2: Click on the sign-in/register option present at the top right side corner of the page.
Step 3: When the new page opens, create a new account by entering your username, password, and email id.
Step 4: You will receive a verification code on the registered email address.
Step 5: Verify your credentials and complete the application process.
The Syllabus
Gandhi on State and Nation
- Introduction to Gandhian Political Thought
- Gandhi’s Views on State and Citizenship (Ramrajya)
- Gandhi’s Views on Democracy (Gramswaraj)
- Gandhi’s Concept of Nationalism
Individual and the State
- Rights and Duties
- Means and Ends
- Liberty and Equality
- Power and Authority
Political Ideologies
- Gandhi’s Views on Colonialism and Imperialism
- Gandhi’s Views on Liberalism and Constitutionalism
- Fascism
- Gandhi’s Views on Socialism and Communism
Peace by Pacific Means
- Gandhi on Structural Violence
- Satyagraha as a Means of Conflict Resolution
- Gandhi on Pacifism
- World Order
Instructors
IGNOU Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
Gandhi's Political Thought online course provides a total of 4 credits to students.
The certification course is provided as a massive open online course by the Indira Gandhi National Open University.
The course in Gandhi's Political Thought is a 12 week long online course.
Yes, Gandhi's Political Thought online course is a postgraduate-level course.
No, the online course does not provide any placement support to students.