Lumami, 21 May (MTNews): Department of Sociology, Nagaland University is organising ICSSR-sponsored Ten-Day Research Methodology Course in Social Sciences from 21st – 31st May 2024. The inaugural programme was held at the Conference Hall, Department of Sociology, NU, Lumami Campus, chaired by Prof. Toshimenla Jamir.
In his introductory remarks, Prof. Athungo Ovung, Course Director & Head, stressed the importance of research methodology as a fundamental aspect of research inquiry. He hoped that this course would help the participants get acquainted with the latest tools and techniques of social science research. He further stated that eminent researchers from across the country will deliver lectures as resource persons.
The program was graced by the Vice-Chancellor of Nagaland University, Prof. Jagadish K Patnaik, as the Guest of Honour. In his speech, the Vice-Chancellor deliberated on the history and development of research methods in social sciences in India. He emphasised the need for the indigenisation of research methods for a better understanding of local social problems. He encouraged the participants to apply originality and contextualise the research methods to the Indian scenario. He advised all the participants to actively engage in the course to improve their research skills.
The Vote of Thanks was proposed by Dr. Suraj Beri, who acknowledged the contribution and support of the university administration, colleagues and research scholars in the department for the successful inception of the ‘Ten Day Research Methodology Course in Social Sciences’.
The inaugural program was attended by the Dean of Social Sciences, faculty members from various departments, officers, and research scholars in the university.
