Academic Year: 2021-22
1. Tittle: Certificate Course in Modi Script
2. Course Outcomes: • MODI was one of the most important scripts of medieval Maharashtra. • All historical documents of Ch. Shivaji Maharaj and Peshwas are written in MODI. • MODI is like a short hand. • Earlier, in Maharashtra, documents regarding Land Revenue, Judiciary, Justice, Donation of Land (Dan-Patra), Religious matters, Property matters (e.g. matters between brothers), Jahagir vatan, Military orders (Farmane) etc. were written in MODI. Research of these medieval documents is not possible without having proper knowledge of MODI script. • All these documents are kept at archrivals like Peshwas Dafftar, Deccan College and Bharat Itihas Sanshodhan Mandal in Pune. But MODI readers are not available easily nowadays. • One of the specialties of MODI is you can write words together without lifting your hand with which you are writing.
3. Syllabus: Unit I: Modi Script Introduction 1. Modi Script - Writing & Reading i) Vowels ii) Consonant iii) Numbers Unit II: Kalaganana 1) Hindu 2) Muslim 3) Anewari Reghi Hisheb Unit III: Reading Practice 1) Short Forms 2) Farasi words Unit IV: Archives & Types of Documents, Research Opportunity
4. Report: Summary Department of History for the year 2022. In this course 56 students were admitted. Satara was the Capital of Maratha Empire right from the rule of the great king Chh. Shivaji Maharaj, The official script at his regime was Modi. Modi was used as an official script during the Medieval Period and during the British rule and even after independence up to 1960. So all sorts of documents including birth and death certificates, land & revenue records, property and legal documents correspondence and other historical documents were in Modi Script. In order to understand, read and interpret the documents, the knowledge of Modi is necessary Many lawyers, engineers, researchers, teachers, heirs of property are facing the need of the knowledge of Modi Script for various purposes. Taking into consideration the above needs, our institute has designed the course. Course was successfully conducted 90% lectures were conducted as per the time table. The examination was conducted where 56 students were present. The certificate were distributed to the students.

Academic Year: 2022-23
1. Tittle: Certificate Course in Relevance of Gandhian Thoughts in Current Era
2. Course Outcomes: •Gandhian programme is holistic and multidimensional. •The objective of his constructive work is the creation of non-violent society. •Gandhi envisages a healthy society based on harmony and dialogue, where the ideas of equality and justice are translated in the lives of teeming millions.
3. Syllabus: Part-I I.Gandhi: Biographical sketch II.Gandhi in south Africa III.Gandhi's Idea of Non violence Part-II I.Gandhi's Eighteenth point Constructive Program II.Gandhi's critic on modernity III.Gandhi as politician Part-III I.Gandhi's critic on colonialism II.Gandhi and Women Empowerment III.Gandhi's idea of social justice & relevance in current Era
4. Report: Department of History for the year 2022-22. In this course 63 students were admitted. Certificate Course in Relevance of Gandhian Thought in Current Era aims Certificate course in Social Work Program. The program mainly centered on research in separate aspects of Gandhi's life, work and thought. The program covers various specialized subject Gandhi's life and Central Philosophy, Political Thought of Gandhi, Economic Thought of Gandhi, Social Thought of Gandhi and Social Work and Peace Studies. The program is perfect for those candidates who interested in Gandhian Studies and its related areas such as social welfare, work, etc. After successful completion in this course degree holder can become social activist and contribute for the up-gradation of poor section of the society and to Praise questions relating to their concerns. Course was successfully conducted 90% lectures were conducted as per the time table. The examination was conducted where 63 students were present. The certificate were distributed to the students.

Academic Year: 2024-25
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2. Course Outcomes:
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4. Report:

Title:

1. Organizing Relevance of Gandhian Thoughts in Current Era.

Objectives:

• To explore and articulate how Gandhian principles—such as truth (satya), non-violence (ahimsa), self-reliance (swadeshi), simplicity, and trusteeship—retain practical and ethical relevance in today’s complex globalized society.
• To analyze the application of these thoughts in addressing modern challenges like social inequality, violence, environmental degradation, and ethical crises.
• To inspire critical reflection and dialogue on adapting Gandhian philosophy creatively for contemporary personal, social, and institutional life.

The Context:

• The current era is marked by rapid technological
advances, consumerism, political polarization, rising violence, and a climate emergency.
• Globalization has connected economies but widened socio-economic disparities.
• Misinformation, hate speech, and declining public trust highlight the need for truth and transparency.
• The environmental crisis calls for a shift from consumerist lifestyles to sustainable living, aligning with Gandhi’s ideas of simplicity and harmony with nature.
• Increasing mental stress and alienation point toward the relevance of self-discipline, mindfulness, and ethical living rooted in Gandhian thought.

Evidence of Success:

• Non-violent resistance and civil disobedience movements worldwide, such as those led by Martin Luther King Jr., Nelson Mandela, and more recently, peaceful climate marches and citizenship protests, have drawn inspiration from Gandhian methods.
• The resurgence of interest in local economies and handicrafts reflects Gandhian ideas of swadeshi and economic self-reliance.
• Environmental initiatives promoting minimalism and sustainable living resonate with Gandhian simplicity.
• Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and social entrepreneurship mirror Gandhi’s trusteeship principle, encouraging ethical wealth distribution and community welfare.
• Educational programs and community organizations are increasingly integrating peace education, volunteerism, and ethical leadership, influenced by Gandhian constructive work ideology.

2. Modi Script.

Objectives:

• To introduce students and the academic community to the Modi script, its origin, evolution, and historical importance in the administrative and cultural history of Maharashtra.
• To develop skills in reading and interpreting historical documents written in Modi script.
• To encourage appreciation and preservation of regional scripts as vital components of India’s documentary heritage.

The Context:

• Modi script emerged around the 17th century and was widely used for administrative purposes in the Maratha Empire, especially during the reign of the Peshwas.
• It served as the primary script for writing Marathi until the early 20th century, before being gradually replaced by the Devanagari script in official use.
• Many valuable historical documents, including revenue records, correspondence, and legal documents from the Maratha period and British colonial era, are preserved in Modi script.
• In the era of digitization and heritage conservation, knowledge of Modi script helps historians, archivists and students’ access, study, and preserve primary historical sources.

Evidence of Success:

• Increased student engagement through workshops and hands-on reading sessions of Modi manuscripts.
• Successful transcription and preliminary study of selected historical documents from archives, making them accessible for further research.
• Positive feedback and participation from students, scholars, and heritage enthusiasts, leading to plans for advanced workshops.
• Enhanced awareness of local script heritage, encouraging interdisciplinary interest from linguistics, history, and cultural studies.
• Collaboration opportunities with local archives, museums, and heritage centers for preservation and digitization projects.

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